Walking in Nature vs Urban Areas for Prediabetes

Effects of Walking in Greenspace and the Built Environment in Adults With Prediabetes: A Randomized Crossover Trial

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
PreDiabetes Heart Rate Variability (HRV) Stress and Anxiety Stress Biomarkers
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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At a Glance
Age
25 – 64
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Basic Science
Participants needed
216 (estimated)
Sponsor
University of Minnesota · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for adults with prediabetes to compare the effects of walking in nature versus urban areas. Participants will walk for 150 minutes each week for six weeks in both settings and visit the clinic several times for health checks and saliva samples.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Rules you out Type 1 diabetesType 2 diabetesCardiovascular disease

You may be able to join if

  • I am 25 to 64 years old.
  • I have been diagnosed with prediabetes in the past year.
  • I am overweight or obese.
  • I exercise less than 100 minutes a week.
  • I have no major health issues that prevent me from exercising.
  • I have a stable weight for the last 3 months.
  • I can download and use the Garmin Connect app.
  • I can speak and understand English.

You may not be able to join if

  • I am younger than 25 or older than 64.
  • I have a BMI less than 20 or more than 42.
  • I have diabetes or use diabetes medications.
  • I exercise more than 100 minutes a week.
  • I have had a heart attack or stroke.
  • I recently had major surgery or am planning one.
  • I am currently pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant.
  • I currently smoke or have quit in the last six months.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial
The goal of this randomized crossover trial is to compare the differences in psychological and physiological effects of walking in two different outdoor environments (urban/suburban commercial environments vs. urban/suburban nature areas/preserves) in adults with prediabetes. The main questions it aims to answer are: * Do psychological measures of stress, anxiety, and affect improve more in one t…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * 25-64 years old. * Classified as overweight or obese with BMI 20.0-39.9 kg/m2 per self-report and a BMI of 20.0- 41.9 kg/m2 upon actual measure. * Documentation\* of a PreD diagnosis within one year of enrollment by physician or primary care provider based on lab tests showing…
Contacts

Sarah Rydell, MPH

612-437-6126

rydel004@umn.edu

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