Using exercise timing to improve blood pressure and vascular health in older adults
Official title: Chrono-exercise is Medicine: Improving Blood Pressure and Vascular Function through Chronotherapy
Funded at Michigan State University · NIH-10821473 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at whether exercising at certain times can help older adults with high blood pressure manage their condition better, and it’s all about finding the best way to improve their heart health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Michigan State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (East Lansing, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $633,127 |
| NIH project number | 5R01HL164575-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10821473 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are older adults with hypertension looking for effective management strategies.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not hypertensive or those who cannot engage in physical activity may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how the timing of exercise can enhance blood pressure control and vascular function in older adults suffering from hypertension. By focusing on nocturnal blood pressure, the study aims to determine if exercising at specific times can lead to better health outcomes compared to traditional methods. Participants will engage in planned physical activity while their blood pressure responses will be monitored to assess the effectiveness of this approach. The research seeks to optimize treatment strategies for hypertension, which affects a significant portion of the older population.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved blood pressure management and reduced cardiovascular risks for older adults.
How similar studies have gone: Preliminary evidence suggests that similar approaches combining chronotherapy and exercise have shown promise, indicating potential for success in this research.
Where this research is happening
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Michigan State University
East Lansing, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Currie, Katharine Dianne — Michigan State University
- Study coordinator: Currie, Katharine Dianne
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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.