Alternative Physical Activity Strategies for Women
We are looking for postmenopausal women who are not currently physically active to participate in an entirely remote study conducted by the University of Toronto.
Study Goals
We are interested in studying the effects of different forms of physical activity on blood sugar control among women, which has the potential for reducing further risk of developing chronic illnesses like cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Further, women with a history of breast cancer are at increased risk of these illnesses compared to women without cancer. This increases the importance of identifying effective physical activity strategies in women and drawing comparisons in the responses to these strategies between individuals with and without a history of breast cancer. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to produce new evidence specific to women both with and without a history of breast cancer on the effects of various forms of physical activity.
Are You Eligible?
To participate in this study, you must be female and postmenopausal (i.e., 12 months or more without your menstrual cycle) and meet other eligibility criteria assessed by completing the survey in the link below.
What Does the Study Involve?
If you are eligible and choose to participate, we will mail you a study package containing all the necessary tools to conduct the study from your own home. There are several items Included in the package. There is a blood requisition for you to complete a fasted blood draw at a LifeLabs location of your choice. There is also a continuous glucose monitor, which allows for your blood sugar to be assessed in real time, and smartwatch, which keeps track of your physical activity. While wearing these, you will be asked to perform 5 different single-day trials, each consisting of a different form of moderate-intensity physical activity such as walking or body weight activities.
Want to Learn More? Contact Us!
If this study sounds interesting and you would like to learn more about participating, the first step will be to complete a survey to determine if you meet the initial eligibility criteria for the study. If your responses suggest that you may be eligible, you will be asked to provide your first name, phone number, and an email address at the end of the survey, and book a time to speak to a study team member by phone. During the phone call, the rest of the details of the study will be explained to you so that you can decide if you want to participate. Access the survey link here: