Do statins block exercise benefits? new study investigates
NCT ID NCT06841536
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at how taking statins (a common cholesterol-lowering drug) along with a structured exercise program affects muscle cells and overall fitness in adults aged 40-65 with high cholesterol. 120 participants were split into four groups: exercise plus placebo, exercise plus statin, statin alone, or placebo alone. The goal was to see if statins interfere with the positive effects of exercise on muscle energy centers and aerobic capacity. Results will help understand how to best combine these treatments.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Atorvastatin 80 mg
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could clarify whether statins interfere with exercise benefits, helping doctors tailor cholesterol treatment and exercise advice.
- What could go wrong
- This is a completed early-stage study with 120 participants. Results may not apply to everyone, and the findings are exploratory—not a direct treatment.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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120 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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May 2025
- Finished
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Jan 2026
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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40 to 65 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age: 40-65 years * LDL-C \> 4.0 mmol/L. Exclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed with serious chronic disease including type 1 or 2 diabetes. * Cancer. * A history of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. * A history of major depression or other severe psychiatric disorders. * Severe renal dysfunction (creatinine clearance \<30 mL/min). * Severe hepatic impairment. * Active pregnancy or breast feeding. * Active cigarette or e-cigarette smoker. * Regular (\>2 hours pr week) aerobic high-intensity exercise training.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of the Faroe Islands
Tórshavn, 100, Faroe Islands
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