NCT07379606 Effects of Moderate Exercise and Cyclic Sighing on Stress, Cognition and Physiological Markers in Young Adults
| NCT ID | NCT07379606 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Poznan University of Physical Education |
| Condition | Stress |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 30 participants |
| Start Date | 2026-07-31 |
| Primary Completion | 2027-04-30 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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This trial targets 30 participants in total. It began in 2026-07-31 with a primary completion date of 2027-04-30.
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Brief Summary
This study investigates the effects of moderate physical exercise and cyclic sighing (breathing training) on stress, cognition, and physiological markers in young adults. It is a randomized cross-over trial with two interventions. Each participant will take part in two intervention sessions: 1. Moderate-intensity physical activity (PA): 15 minutes of stationary cycling at 65-75% of maximum heart rate (HRmax). 2. Breathing training (CS): 15 minutes of cyclic sighing, a technique involving inhaling, pausing briefly, taking a deeper breath, and exhaling slowly. A one-week washout period between sessions is planned to minimise carry-over effects and to ensure participants' physiological state is similar before the next session. During this week, participants will wear Polar Ignite wrist-worn devices to monitor physical activity and sleep. A total of 30 participants (you adults) will be enrolled. Measurements performed before and after each intervention include: * EEG using Emotiv EPOC Flex Gel (32-channel device): 2 minutes with eyes open, 2 minutes with eyes closed, during the interventions, and while performing cognitive test (N-back). * Heart rate variability (HRV) using the Polar H10 sensor. * SUDS - Subjective Units of Disress Scale for perceived stress. * N-back test for cognitive performance using Emotiv App. * Blood pressure (systolic and diastolic) and heart rate. * Pain threshold measured with a dolorimeter. * PANAS-SF - Positive and Negative Affect Schedule. Baseline questionnaires completed by participants the day before the study: * PSS-10 - Perceived Stress Scale (Cohen, Kamarck, Mermelstein). * MAAS - Mindful Attention Awareness Scale * Psychological well-being - short version * Mini-COPE - Coping with Stress Inventory * Sleep quality and average sleep duration * Chronotype questionnaire (morningness-eveningness) * GPAQ - Global Physical Activity Questionnaire * Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index The study aims to understand how brief interventions like moderate exercise and breathing techniques affect stress, cognitive performance, and physiological responses in young adults.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * male or female participants, * age 18-35, * without chronic somatic diseases, * no current episode of psychiatric disorder (no active depression, mania, or psychosis), * regular sleep schedule in the week prior to the study, * not taking psychotropic drugs or medications, * non-smoker, * not working nightshifts. Exclusion Criteria: * consumption of alcohol or psychoactive substances the day before or on the day of the study, * intense physical activity less than 2 hours before the study, * consuming coffee, black tee, energy drinks less than 2 hours before the study, * contraindications to moderate-intensity physical activity on cycle ergometer (e.g., recent injuries), * contraindications to EEG (e.g., scalp skin conditions preventing proper electrode placement, hypersensitivity to conductive gels or pastes).
Contact & Investigator
Ida Laudańska-Krzemińska
STUDY DIRECTOR
Poznan University of Physical Education
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07379606 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 35 Years, studying Stress. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07379606 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07379606 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at b.jozwiak@awf.poznan.pl for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07379606 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Poznan, Poland.
Who is sponsoring the NCT07379606 clinical trial?
NCT07379606 is sponsored by Poznan University of Physical Education. The principal investigator is Ida Laudańska-Krzemińska at Poznan University of Physical Education. The trial plans to enroll 30 participants.