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Pedal your way to a healthier brain: new study tests exercise for hypertension

NCT ID NCT06035094

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether 10 weeks of stationary bike exercise could improve brain health and lower blood pressure in adults aged 35-65 with hypertension and a BMI of 25 or higher. Participants were assigned to moderate or high-intensity exercise sessions. The main goal was to see if exercise improves a Brain Care Score based on lifestyle factors.

What this could mean

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Active substance
exercise (stationary bicycle)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that regular exercise improves brain health and helps control blood pressure in people with hypertension.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with only 35 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Exercise benefits vary by individual.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

35 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jan 2024

Finished

Jan 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

35 to 65 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * diagnosed with hypertension * have a body mass index ≥ 25 kg/m2 * are between the ages of 35-65 years old * access to a smart phone that allows installation of 2 two applications that record your workouts * pass a fitness evaluation. Exclusion Criteria: * do not have hypertension * weight over 300 lbs * unable to pass the fitness evaluation * BMI less than 25kg/m2

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Conditions

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hypertensive disorder Motor Activity Obesity Overweight

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • UAB

    Birmingham, Alabama, 35294, United States

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