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Scientists uncover why you may hate that quick workout

NCT ID NCT05260905

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Stirling Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study looked at why some people find a very short, intense cycling workout pleasant while others find it unpleasant. Researchers measured feelings of pleasure and effort in 36 healthy, sedentary or moderately active adults during two sessions of reduced-exertion high-intensity interval training (REHIT). The goal is to understand individual differences in exercise enjoyment, which could help create exercise routines that people are more likely to stick with.

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Active substance
Reduced-exertion high-intensity interval training (REHIT) on a stationary bike
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help design exercise programs that people enjoy and stick with, improving general health.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed observational study with only 36 healthy participants, so results may not apply to everyone or predict long-term adherence.

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Study facts

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Participants

36 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Mar 2022

Finished

Aug 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

The study population will consist of any apparently healthy individuals who are not highly physically active and who have no contra-indications to performing exercise.

Ages

18 to 40 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Apparently healthy * Sedentary or recreationally active Exclusion Criteria: * Classified as highly physically active on the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) * Answering 'Yes' to any of the questions of a standard Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q) * Resting heart rate \>100 bpm * Resting blood pressure \> 140/90 mm Hg * BMI \> 35 kg/m2 * Testing positive for Covid-19 * Pregnant women

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Locations

  • University of Stirling

    Stirling, Midlothian, FK9 4LA, United Kingdom

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