How different types of exercise during pregnancy affect childhood obesity risk
Effect of exercise modality during pregnancy on childhood obesity risk
['FUNDING_R01'] · EAST CAROLINA UNIVERSITY · NIH-11085209
This study is looking at how different types of exercise during pregnancy can help reduce the risk of childhood obesity, especially for moms who are overweight or obese, and it aims to find out which exercises are best for both moms and their babies.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | EAST CAROLINA UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (GREENVILLE, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11085209 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how various exercise modalities during pregnancy influence the risk of childhood obesity. It focuses on overweight or obese women and aims to determine which types of exercise—such as aerobic or resistance training—are most beneficial for both mothers and their infants. By comparing the health outcomes of mothers who engage in different exercise types against those who do not exercise, the study seeks to identify effective strategies to improve maternal and infant health. The research will involve 284 pregnant women participating in a randomized exercise intervention.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are pregnant women who are overweight or obese at the time of conception.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or those who are of normal weight may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to tailored exercise recommendations for pregnant women that significantly reduce the risk of childhood obesity.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown benefits of exercise during pregnancy, but this specific investigation into different exercise modalities is novel.
Where this research is happening
GREENVILLE, UNITED STATES
- EAST CAROLINA UNIVERSITY — GREENVILLE, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: MAY, LINDA E — EAST CAROLINA UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: MAY, LINDA E
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
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