NCT07521956 The Effects of a Mindfulness Program on Running Performance, Respiratory Function, and Heart Rate Variability
| NCT ID | NCT07521956 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | University of the Fraser Valley |
| Condition | Respiratory Function |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 20 participants |
| Start Date | 2026-01-19 |
| Primary Completion | 2026-12 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.
This trial targets 20 participants in total. It began in 2026-01-19 with a primary completion date of 2026-12.
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Brief Summary
Broadly, the objective of the research is to evaluate the effectiveness of a specific breathwork program (Les Mills Breath) on various physiological variables related to running performance, compared to a mindfulness control (20 minutes of guided meditation). There are three specific research questions: 1) Does daily participation in a 20-minute breathwork program improve respiratory function more than a mindfulness control intervention? 2) Does daily participation in a 20-minute breathwork program improve heart rate variability (an indicator of parasympathetic nervous system activity which is associated with enhanced exercise recovery) more than a mindfulness control intervention? 3) Does daily participation in a 20-minute breathwork program increase self-selected running speeds at relative moderate and vigorous intensities more than a mindfulness control intervention? The intended outcomes of the current research are to contribute to the field of research which has examined various forms of "respiratory training" and their effects on athletic performance, specifically running. While certain training protocols have been shown to be effective, there are issues of accessibility which persist. Methods of respiratory training/breathwork which are more easily available to recreational athletes are understudied with regards to running performance, hence the current research.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Must pass the Get Active Questionnaire to assess physical activity risk * Must regularly engage in recreational running for between 30 and 520 minutes per week Exclusion Criteria: * Running more than 520 minutes per week
Contact & Investigator
Gillian Hatfield, PhD
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
University of the Fraser Valley
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07521956 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 19 Years or older, studying Respiratory Function. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07521956 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07521956 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at gillian.hatfield@ufv.ca for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07521956 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Chilliwack, Canada.
Who is sponsoring the NCT07521956 clinical trial?
NCT07521956 is sponsored by University of the Fraser Valley. The principal investigator is Gillian Hatfield, PhD at University of the Fraser Valley. The trial plans to enroll 20 participants.