We now know there is a link between sedentary behavior (e.g., sitting) and heart disease. However, we do not yet fully understand if sedentary behavior performed in different settings and situations (e.g., sitting alone watching television vs sitting with friends at a bar) differentially impacts heart disease risk. This is what this study aims to find out.
You will be asked to complete two identical lab visits (2 hours per visit) separated 12 months apart. During these lab visits we will ask to collect blood pressure-related measurements, a small blood sample, body composition measures, and questionnaire data. Visits will take place in the Cardiometabolic Lab (Fetzer Hall). After the lab visits we will provide you with wearable devices to monitor your sedentary, physical activity, and sleep behaviors over 7 days, and you will be asked to complete some short questionnaires throughout the day. During this 7 day period you will simply be undertaking your normal day-to-day life.
$100 gift card ($50 gift card for each visit) and a chance to win one of several Apple watches., You can receive information about your heart health (e.g., DEXA body composition scan results, blood pressure), and the experience of taking part in world-leading heart disease research. Free parking on the UNC Chapel Hill campus.
Requirements for healthy volunteers are different than for those with a specific condition. If you are interested in becoming a healthy volunteer for this study, use the below categories to determine if you are able to participate.
Cardiometabolic Lab
Fetzer Hall (UNC-Chapel Hill)
210 South Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA
Erik Hanson
Exercise and Sport Science
Behavioral or Social
Observational
Behavior
Blood Pressure
Heart and Circulation
Healthy Volunteer or General Population
Mental and Emotional Health
Sleep
Wellness and Lifestyle
Movement
UNC Students (undergrad, grad, professional)
22-0819
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