Impact of High-Volume Upper Limb Training on Physical and Cognitive Outcomes
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- What is being studied
- The protocol lists: High-Volume Upper Extremity Exercises Training, Low Volume Upper Extremity Exercises Training.
- Who it may be relevant to
- Registry conditions: Sedentary Behavior. Basic parameters: 18 years — 50 years · All.
- What needs checking
- Age, condition and sex are only basic indicators. Prior treatment, laboratory values and other mandatory requirements appear in the eligibility criteria below.
- Where it takes place
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Next step
- Save the trial, show it to the treating physician, and confirm current recruitment with the study center. Costs, documents and travel →
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Official title
Effect of High-Volume Upper Extremity Exercises on Physical and Cognitive Performance in Sedentary Adults
Overview
Engaging in regular and appropriately structured physical activities is a critical component of an individual's lifestyle and represents a lifelong habit essential for promoting overall well-being. Research increasingly emphasizes the significance of such activities, particularly in the prevention and management of various health conditions (Martin, Richardson, Weiller, \& Jackson, 2004).A sedentary lifestyle is considered one of the most serious health issues faced by individuals in the modern world.Previous research has established high-intensity interval training (HIIT) as an effective method for enhancing cardiovascular health, sparking interest in the relationship between exercise intensity and cognitive function. Most studies to date have focused on treadmill and lower extremity ergometer exercises; however, evidence regarding the efficacy of high-volume upper extremity exercises in improving physical and cognitive performance among sedentary adults remains limited and inconsistent. Upper extremity motor function has been proposed as a potential biomarker for cognitive impairment and may contribute to distinguishing healthy aging trajectories. This study aims to compare the effects of high-volume and low-volume upper extremity exercise in sedentary adults, testing the hypothesis that one exercise regimen may be superior in enhancing both physical and cognitive performance, as well as cognitive function.
Detailed description
Engaging in regular, well-structured physical activities is a cornerstone of a healthy lifestyle and constitutes a lifelong habit essential for sustaining overall health and well-being. Such activities have been increasingly recognized for their vital role in preventing and managing a wide range of health conditions, emphasizing their importance for both physical and mental health (Martin, Richardson, Weiller, \& Jackson, 2004). Conversely, a sedentary lifestyle has emerged as one of the most pressing public health challenges of the modern era, contributing significantly to the global burden of disease and highlighting the need for effective intervention strategies.
Among these strategies, high-intensity interval training (HIIT) has gained widespread attention for its efficacy in improving cardiovascular health. This has, in turn, sparked growing interest in understanding the broader impact of exercise intensity, particularly its effects on cognitive function. However, much of the existing research has concentrated on lower extremity exercises, such as those performed on treadmills or ergometers, leaving a significant gap in the understanding of the benefits of upper extremity exercises. The role of high-volume upper extremity exercise in enhancing both physical and cognitive performance remains underexplored, with current evidence presenting inconsistent and conflicting findings.
Notably, upper extremity motor function has been identified as a promising biomarker for cognitive impairment. Its assessment may provide critical insights into distinguishing healthy aging trajectories from pathological cognitive decline. This connection underscores the potential importance of upper extremity exercises as a tool for both physical and cognitive health maintenance in sedentary populations.
The present study aims to address these gaps by comparing the effects of high-volume and low-volume upper extremity exercise regimens on sedentary adults. Specifically, the research seeks to test the hypothesis that one of these exercise modalities may offer superior benefits in enhancing physical performance, cognitive performance, and overall cognitive function. By investigating these relationships, the study aims to contribute to the growing body of evidence on exercise-based interventions, offering novel insights into strategies for optimizing health outcomes in sedentary individuals.
Interventions
- Other High-Volume Upper Extremity Exercises Training
The group will be trained 3 days a week for a total of 8 weeks. - Other Low Volume Upper Extremity Exercises Training
The group will be trained 3 days a week for a total of 8 weeks.
Primary outcome measures
- International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form (IFQQ-SF) [Time frame: eight weeks]
Secondary outcome measures (6)
- Maximal Arm Exercise Capacity [Time frame: Eight weeks]
- Stroop Test [Time frame: Eight weeks]
- Reaction Time [Time frame: Eight weeks]
- Hole Type Steadiness Tester [Time frame: Eight weeks]
- Postural Sway Assessment [Time frame: Eight weeks]
- Upper Extremity Muscle Strength Assessment [Time frame: Eight weeks]
Eligibility criteria
Inclusion criteria
- Individuals aged between 18-50 years.
- Defined as engaging in less than 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity per week
Exclusion criteria
- diagnosis of neurological, cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, or other systemic diseases that may affect physical activity or exercise capacity.
- diagnosed cognitive impairments or psychiatric disorders that could interfere with test participation.
- acute injuries or surgeries within the past six months that could restrict movement or participation.
Criteria are shown verbatim from the registry (in English). Final eligibility is always assessed by the study center.
Healthy volunteers: Yes
Study design
- Allocation
- Randomized
- Model
- Parallel assignment
- Masking
- Single blind
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
Study locations
Turkey (Türkiye) · 1 center
- Fatma Kübra Çekok — Tarsus
Identifiers
NCT: NCT06754579 · 3