Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 to 40

Examining how different exercise programs affect adherence to exercise

Official title: Aherence to Different Exercise Interventions

Run by California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo · NCT06024577 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing whether offering different types of exercise programs can help inactive adults stick to their workouts better.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years to 40 Years
SexAll
Enrollment60 (estimated)
SponsorCalifornia Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
Academic / other
Locations1 site (San Luis Obispo, California)
StatusRecruiting
StartedAugust 18, 2023
Main results expectedJuly 2027
Study endsJuly 2028
Registry record updatedSeptember 6, 2023
Trial IDNCT06024577 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are sedentary adults aged 18-40 with a BMI between 18.5 and 40 kg/m2.

Probably not a fit

Patients with diagnosed cardiovascular, diabetes, renal, or other metabolic diseases, as well as those with disabilities that hinder exercise, may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study investigates the adherence of sedentary adults to various exercise interventions, including walking, a variety of exercises, and a progressive exercise program. The goal is to determine if providing a range of exercise options can improve adherence rates, as only 50% of sedentary adults typically stick to exercise programs after six months. Participants will be monitored for feasibility, adherence, and acceptability of these interventions over a specified period. The study aims to provide insights into how to enhance exercise adherence among adults who are currently inactive.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved exercise adherence among sedentary adults, promoting better health outcomes.

How similar studies have gone: Preliminary observational data suggest that exercise variety may enhance adherence, indicating potential success for this approach.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* 18-40 years old
* Sedentary (\<1 hour per week of exercise)
* BMI 18.5 to 40 kg/m2

Exclusion Criteria:

* Adults with diagnosed cardiovascular, diabetes, renal, or any other metabolic disease determined by Health and Fitness History questionnaire.
* Any other disability, ailment, or physical characteristics that may hinder the ability to participate in regular exercise determined by Health and Fitness History questionnaire.
* Participating in other studies that would interfere with their ability to safely complete the exercise protocols.
* Pregnant or trying to become pregnant, and peri-menopausal or post-menopausal women.
* History of smoking within the last 6 months
* Any other vulnerable population (children \<18, pregnant women, prisoners, etc.)

Where it's running

  • California Polytechnic State University
    San Luis Obispo, California, United States
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Todd Hagobian — California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
  • Study coordinator: Todd Hagobian, PhD
  • Email: thagobia@calpoly.edu
  • Phone: 8057567511

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.