Exercise for Research

1 Joslin Place near Brookline Ave, Boston MA

Description

We are seeking men and women ages 20-60 to participate in a research study looking at the effects of a single bout of exercise on the body, which is being conducted at the Joslin Diabetes Center. We will be enrolling subjects without any diabetes. The study includes, among other procedures, a personalized fitness assessment, and monetary compensation is offered upon completion of the study. Some Inclusion Criteria: - Ages 20-60 - Body Mass Index between 30-40 kg/m2 - Non-Smoking - Exercising < 5x/week or less than 150mins per week - Not currently taking a beta-blocker (medication for high blood pressure) The study involves: * A phone interview to discuss the protocol and determine eligibility * Three study visits to the Joslin Diabetes Center over the course of about 1 month * A personalized fitness assessment and a guided exercise training session in Joslin's Fitness Center * Sampling of a small piece of fat tissue from the abdomen * Monetary compensation and parking validation Please email the contact address below for more information. Thank you for your time!