Plain-English translation of NCT03035851 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
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This trial is testing whether aerobic exercise—regular walking and jogging—can help protect your brain and prevent memory problems as you age. Researchers believe that improving heart and blood vessel health through exercise may keep your brain healthier and sharper over time. You'll be compared to a control group doing stretching and strength training to see which approach works better.
Memory loss and Alzheimer's disease cost Canada billions of dollars every year and are expected to get worse. While doctors know that physical activity protects the brain, they don't fully understand how or why—this trial aims to uncover those answers and find practical ways to prevent cognitive decline in everyday life.
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If you're in the exercise group, you'll attend supervised sessions 3 days per week for 6 months. Each session lasts about one hour and includes a warm-up, 20–40 minutes of walking or jogging (gradually increasing), and a cool-down with stretching. The intensity of your exercise will increase over time, tailored to your fitness level. The control group will meet on the same schedule but do gentle stretching and strength training instead.
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