Effect of Physical Activity Pattern on Cardiometabolic Health
Trial Parameters
Brief Summary
The goal of this study is to understand the interaction between the circadian system and physical activity. Participants will: * complete 2 inpatient stays * perform moderate exercise * be provided with identical meals * have frequent blood draws * provide urine and saliva samples
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * 18-45 yr old * Body mass index (BMI) 18.5 - 34.9 kg/m2 * No acute, chronic or debilitating medical conditions (e.g. metabolic, cardiovascular, respiratory, neurological, cancers, etc.) * Willing to adhere to the protocol requirements for the duration of the study Exclusion Criteria: * Currently smoking/vaping or 5 or more years of smoking/vaping * Currently pregnant or breastfeeding * History of drug or alcohol dependency * History of psychiatric illness or disorder * Any hospitalization due to COVID-19 * Inability to exercise for any reason * Any known contraindication to exercise testing based on current ACSM guidelines