Exploring how mind-body exercises can help people with metabolic syndrome be more active
Understanding components of mind-body exercise for physical activity engagement in metabolic syndrome
This study is looking at how mind-body exercises, like yoga or tai chi, can help people with metabolic syndrome get more active, and it will gather feedback from both patients and experts to make the exercise program better and easier to follow.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11012405 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how mind-body exercise interventions can promote physical activity among patients with metabolic syndrome. It aims to identify which specific components of these exercises are most effective in encouraging behavior change. The study will involve feedback from patients and experts to refine the exercise program and will evaluate its feasibility and acceptability through a pilot randomized controlled trial. By examining changes in self-regulation and physical activity levels, the research seeks to optimize these interventions for better health outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are sedentary individuals diagnosed with metabolic syndrome.
Not a fit: Patients who are already highly active or do not have metabolic syndrome may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective exercise programs that help patients with metabolic syndrome increase their physical activity levels and improve their overall health.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using mind-body exercises to promote physical activity, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kraemer, Kristen — Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Kraemer, Kristen
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.