Resistance Exercise Timing for Type 2 Diabetes
The Acute T-Rex (Timing of Resistance Exercise) Study
Recruiting
N/A
Interventional Study
Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2
Insulin Resistance
Glucose Intolerance
Sleep Disturbance
Overweight or Obesity
Insulin Sensitivity
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
At a Glance
- Age
- 50 – 74
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Prevention
- Participants needed
- 20 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- University of Utah · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for adults aged 50-74 who are overweight and not meeting exercise recommendations. Participants will take part in resistance exercises at different times of the day and undergo tests to see how it affects their insulin sensitivity and sleep.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I am aged 50-74 years
- I have a BMI between 25 and 45
- I have been stable in my weight for the past 6 months
- I am generally healthy
- I do not meet the recommended guidelines for exercise
You may not be able to join if
- I have uncontrolled heart, metabolic, kidney, or lung disease
- I have had cancer treatment in the past 5 years
- I have untreated thyroid disease or other issues affecting my metabolism
- I am currently taking weight loss medication
- I have had bariatric surgery in the past 2 years
- I have a current or recent eating disorder
- I have been diagnosed with insomnia or sleep apnea
- I do not speak English
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 primary aim of this study is to evaluate if a single bout of AM vs PM resistance exercise has different effects on insulin sensitivity and sleep. A randomized cross-over trial be used to compare resistance exercise at two different times of the day. Each condition will take place in a laboratory setting. Each condition will consist of exercise, overnight sleep, and oral glucose tolerance tests…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Men and women, all ethnicities, aged 50-74 years
* BMI ≥25 kg/m² and \<45 kg/m²
* Weight stable (less than 5% change in the past 6 months)
* Generally healthy individuals
* Not meeting recommended activity guidelines for aerobic or resistance exercise
Exclusion Criteria:
* U…
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