Plain-English translation of NCT06845514 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
Researchers want to understand which approach to weightlifting works best for controlling high blood pressure in older women. You'll try two different types of resistance exercise—one using lighter weights with high effort, and one using heavier weights—to see which one lowers your blood pressure more effectively and is easier to stick with long-term.
High blood pressure is especially common in postmenopausal women and is often not well controlled. While weightlifting is known to help lower blood pressure, doctors aren't sure whether lighter weights done with maximum effort or heavier weights are better. This trial will help answer that question so doctors can give women better exercise recommendations.
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You will visit the research center several times to do supervised weightlifting sessions under different conditions—some using lighter weights and some using heavier weights. Between visits, researchers will monitor your blood pressure using a portable device you wear. The study will track how your blood pressure responds to each type of exercise and ask you about how much you enjoyed each workout, since motivation is key to sticking with exercise long-term.
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