Coherence Breathing Before Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing (NCT07650279)
Acute Effects of Coherence Breathing on Cardiopulmonary Exercise Responses in Recreationally Active Adults: A Randomized Crossover Trial
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
This randomized crossover trial will examine the acute effects of pre-exercise coherence breathing on cardiopulmonary exercise responses in recreationally active adults. Participants will complete two experimental conditions in randomized order: 5 minutes of guided coherence breathing and 5 minutes of quiet seated spontaneous breathing. Following each condition, participants will perform a standardized treadmill warm-up and a maximal cardiopulmonary exercise test. Outcomes will include oxygen consumption, heart rate, heart rate recovery, perceived exertion, time to completion, and heart rate variability. The findings may help determine whether coherence breathing can serve as an effective autonomic priming strategy before a bout of maximal exercise
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: Monmouth University Graduate Center, Human Performance Lab, Room 222 — West Long Branch, New Jersey
Age range: 19 Years to 45 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
- Coherence Breathing (BEHAVIORAL)
- Spontaneous Breathing (BEHAVIORAL)
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistFull eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria ↗
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)
- Monmouth University Graduate Center, Human Performance Lab, Room 222 — West Long Branch, New Jersey
📞 Contact the Study Coordinator
Phone: (215) 987-8984
Email: trialfai@monmouth.edu
Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.
💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.
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💡 How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.