Exploring the benefits of combined arm and leg exercise for healthy individuals
EFFECTIVE AEROBIC EXERCISE TRAINING IN HEALTH AND CHRONIC DISEASE. Part I: A Demonstration of Practical Implications of Muscle Recruitment on Exposure to the Aerobic Training Stimulus in Healthy Individuals
This study tests if doing arm exercises with leg exercises helps healthy people exercise longer and feel better during their workouts.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 10 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | West Park Healthcare Centre Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Toronto, Ontario) |
| Trial ID | NCT06467227 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates whether incorporating arm exercises alongside leg exercises can enhance the overall training experience for healthy individuals. The research aims to determine if this combined approach allows participants to endure longer exercise sessions compared to leg exercises alone. By focusing on healthy individuals, the study seeks to establish a foundation for potential future applications in populations with lung diseases who may struggle with traditional training methods. The intervention involves various exercise modalities to assess endurance and effectiveness.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are healthy individuals without any orthopedic, neurological, or chronic respiratory conditions.
Not a fit: Patients with orthopedic or neurological conditions, symptomatic cardiac disease, or chronic respiratory conditions may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could improve exercise regimens for individuals, potentially benefiting those with respiratory challenges in the future.
How similar studies have performed: While this specific approach is novel, similar studies exploring combined exercise modalities have shown promise in enhancing training outcomes.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * healthy individuals Exclusion Criteria: * orthopedic or neurological condition that might affect the performance of the treadmill, arm or leg cycling * have a symptomatic cardiac disease or undergone a recent surgical procedure that might affect the performance on an exercise test * presence of any chronic respiratory condition
Where this trial is running
Toronto, Ontario
- Westpark Health Care Centre — Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Roger Goldstein — West Park Healthcare Centre
- Study coordinator: Tom Dolmage
- Email: tom.dolmage@westpark.org
- Phone: 4162433600
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.