Increasing physical activity to improve heart health in older women
Physical Activity to Improve CV Health in Older Women: A Pragmatic Trial
This study is looking at how getting more active can help older women keep their hearts healthy, and it offers fun tools and support to make exercise easier and more enjoyable.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10688242 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on how increasing physical activity can enhance cardiovascular health in older women. It involves a large-scale trial where participants receive various resources and support to help them become more active and reduce sedentary behavior. The program includes newsletters, manuals, motivational messages, and tools like pedometers and resistance bands to encourage regular exercise. By comparing the health outcomes of those who participate in the program with those who do not, the study aims to determine the effectiveness of these interventions in preventing heart disease.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older women aged 65 and above who are looking to improve their cardiovascular health through increased physical activity.
Not a fit: Patients who are younger than 65 or those who are unable to participate in physical activity due to severe health limitations may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved heart health and reduced cardiovascular disease risk for older women.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that physical activity interventions can significantly improve health outcomes in older adults, indicating a strong potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kooperberg, Charles L — Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
- Study coordinator: Kooperberg, Charles L
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.