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Guided Episodic Future Thinking to Increase Physical Activity Adherence and Promote Healthy Brain Aging
Sponsor: University of Kansas Medical Center
Summary
The goal of this behavioral clinical trial is to learn how to increase physical activity in mid-life adults. Specifically, can guided imagery that includes creating mental pictures increase excitement about working out. Participants will be asked to complete testing at the beginning of the study, following 6-weeks of an in-person exercise program, and 6-weeks after finishing the exercise program. Testing will include an exercise test, MRI, questionnaires, computer tasks, and a blood draw.
Official title: Guided Episodic Future Thinking to Increase Physical Activity Adherence and Promote Healthy Brain Aging Among Mid-Life Adults: Phase II
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
45 Years - 65 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
160
Start Date
2024-02-23
Completion Date
2027-05
Last Updated
2026-03-27
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Episodic Future Thinking
During the audio recorded guided imagery exercise participants will be asked to think in detail of a future (6 months to a year) where they have made healthy choices regarding physical activity and are physically active.
Episodic Recent Thinking
During the audio recorded guided imagery exercise participants will be asked to think about a routine weekly activity.
Positive Affective Imagery
During the audio recorded guided imagery exercise participants will be asked to think in detail about the positive outcomes and sensations associated with an exercise bout.
Neutral Affective Imagery
During the audio recorded guided imagery exercise participants will be asked to think in detail about the physical sensations associated with an exercise bout.
HIIT Exercise Intervention
The high intensity interval training (HIIT) will be conducted 2 times per week for 6 weeks. The duration of each individual exercise session will last about 45 minutes. After the 5-minute warm-up at 30% peak workload, HIIT will consist of repeated 1-minute high intensity bursts ("on" interval) alternated with 1-minute interval recovery ("off" interval) for 25 minutes. The "on" interval will begin at 80% of peak watts (range: 75%-85%) followed by the "off" interval at 10% of peak watts. The session will end with up to 10 minute cool-down at 20% peak workload.
Locations (1)
University of Kansas Medical Center
Kansas City, Kansas, United States