What are the expectations for WISER Women?
We expect participants will:
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Not be taking any hormonal contraceptives --that
would make data collection invalid.
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Eat as they normally do --and not start a new diet
or weight loss program. This allows us to isolate the impact of exercise
alone on physiological changes.
- Schedule clinic visits for blood draws and other measures on specific
days of their menstrual cycles. The lab analysis is only valid
when data is collected according to the prescribed method.
- Follow through with the prescribed exercise program of 5 sessions
weekly each for 45 minutes over 4 menstrual cycles if randomized
into the intervention group.
- Inform the study coordinator or other staff member(s) if changes or
impediments occur as soon as possible.
Participants who complete all aspects of the
research project will receive financial compensation of $300.
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