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HIIT boosts strength and mobility in seniors, small study finds

NCT ID NCT07170579

Symptom relief Sponsor: Instituto Politécnico de Bragança Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at whether high-intensity interval training (HIIT) can improve physical fitness in older adults. Thirty-nine people aged 60 and older did HIIT three times a week for 60 minutes. After the program, they showed better strength, flexibility, aerobic endurance, and agility. The findings suggest HIIT may be a safe and effective way to help seniors stay active and independent.

What this could mean

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Active substance
High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) exercise program
What this could lead to
If this approach is confirmed, it could offer a time-efficient exercise strategy to help older adults maintain independence and physical function as they age.
What could go wrong
This was a small, completed study with only 39 participants, so results may not apply to all older adults. The long-term effects and safety in frailer populations are not yet known.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

39 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Apr 2024

Finished

Aug 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

60 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Community-dwelling individuals aged 60 years or older * Able to walk independently without assistive devices * Sufficient cognitive ability to follow instructions and participate in assessments * Medically stable and cleared for physical activity by a healthcare provider * No current participation in structured exercise programs * Willingness to participate in the intervention and attend scheduled assessments * Provided written informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals younger than 60 years * Severe musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, or neurological conditions that contraindicate physical exercise * Uncontrolled hypertension or diabetes * Recent surgery or hospitalization in the past 6 months * Severe visual or auditory impairments that limit test performance * Use of mobility aids (e.g., walker or cane for ambulation) * Participation in another clinical trial simultaneously

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Conditions

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Motor Activity

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Aging

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Instituto Politécnico de Bragança

    Bragança, 5300-253, Portugal

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