How the timing of physical activity affects heart and metabolic health
Timing of Physical Activity on Cardiometabolic Health Outcomes
This study is looking at how the time of day you exercise might affect your heart health and diabetes management, and it's for people with type 2 diabetes who want to find out the best times to work out for better health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brigham and Women's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10897126 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how the timing of physical activity influences health outcomes related to cardiovascular diseases and type 2 diabetes. By analyzing data from a large clinical trial involving approximately 2,200 patients with type 2 diabetes, the study aims to determine if exercising at different times of the day leads to varying health benefits. The approach includes using accelerometers to track physical activity and examining its relationship with metabolic responses influenced by the body's circadian rhythms. This could help identify optimal times for exercise to maximize health improvements.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults diagnosed with type 2 diabetes who engage in or are willing to engage in physical activity.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have type 2 diabetes or those who are unable to participate in physical activity may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to personalized exercise recommendations that enhance health outcomes for individuals at risk of cardiovascular diseases and diabetes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous animal studies have shown promising results regarding the effects of exercise timing on metabolic health, suggesting potential for success in human applications.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Brigham and Women's Hospital — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Qian, Jingyi — Brigham and Women's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Qian, Jingyi
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.