Brain-Physical Optimization Conditioning

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Conditions studied: Physical Performance

In brief

Brain-Physical Optimization Conditioning (B-POC) aims to enhance physical performance by expanding the traditional focus of endurance training from purely physical training to the domain of cognitive endurance (Staiano et al., 2015; Dallaway et al., 2017). The current study seeks to isolate neurocognitive mechanisms of performance, particularly under high stress (e.g., physical or cognitive load) conditions, and to develop corresponding cognitive optimization tools.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT04863469

Run by

Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR)

People needed

66

Starts

2020-10-20

Expected to finish

2025-10-20

Last updated by the study team

2022-03-31

Who can join

Age: 18 and older, up to 40. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Healthy active duty Soldiers
• 18-40 years old
• Available for study duration

You may not qualify if…

• Failure of an Army Physical Fitness/Combat Test (APFT/ACFT) test
• On a physical profile that prevents them from 1) engaging in intense aerobic exercise, 2) running on a treadmill, 3) riding the stationary bike, and 4) performing a cognitive task on a computer screen.
• Medically non-deployable
• Impaired cognitive function due to medication, injury or illness,
• Have been advised by a medical professional not to engage in aerobic exercise
• Are a pregnant female

Where it is running

• Medical Research Directorate - West — Tacoma, Washington, United States (enrolling)

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