AEROSTAND Study
This study aims to assess the cardiovascular impact of prolonged standing (2 hours). Additionally we are determining if an individual's fitness level can change your cardiovascular response to prolonged standing. The study has a 30 minute initial visit to go through consent and determine eligibility. You will also complete an maximal exercise test during this visit. The two experimental visits have you stand for two hours straight, one is passively, and the other is active standing on a balance board to generate more muscle activity.
Who should enroll in this study?
You may participate if:
*You are between the ages of 18 and 40
*You are healthy enough to engage in moderate-to-vigourous intensity exercise
*You can stand for 2 hours
*You can abstain from food, nicotine and caffeine for 2 hours and alcohol for 12 hours
Participants will:
*Have an initial screening visit
*Have 2 separate experimental visits
First Visit: 2 hours of passive standing at a desk with a computer
Second Visit: 2 hours of standing at a desk with a computer and intermittent use of an active standing board
*Heart rate, blood pressure and other measures will be obtained.
For more information, visit: AEROSTAND Study. Or contact Robert Kowalsky, 828-262-6799, kowalskyrj@appstate.edu.