Funding opportunities explicitly for studies of exercise have not been a major NIH priority. The NHLBI has been an exception to this, but the non-existence of a true exercise study section still makes funding a challenge for individuals in the field of Exercise Science. Exercise, along with sleep and diet, is one of the pillars of health and has been shown to be highly beneficial for a number of medical conditions. However,... more »

There is growing evidence that risk factors beginning in childhood and young adult life, e.g. from such studies as CARDIA, Bogalusa, etc., are primary determinants of risk of CHD in adults.

Can cardiorespiratory fitness prior to hematopoietic cell transplantation be improved and will this limit morbidity and mortality following transplantation?

Getting people to change from a sedentary to active lifestyle is difficult. What institutional supports are most effective? What is the cost benefit of prevention versus treating cardiovascular disease.

Can cardiorespiratory fitness prior to hematopoietic cell transplantation be improved and will this limit morbidity and mortality following transplantation?

Epigenomic Impacts of Exercise and Nutrition

Why does the response to weight loss regimen in terms of weight loss and its sustainability, and improvement in health outcomes vary considerably?

What are the specific contributors of obesity that lead to chronic positive energy balance and surplus energy storage?

What is the clinical effectiveness of pulmonary rehabilitation in reducing hospital admissions and readmissions, improving health outcomes such as exercise tolerance and dyspnea, and positively impacting patient centered outcomes. Does this effectiveness vary based on the types of settings rehab is conducted in, urban vs rural environments, the components to the program, the timing of the program and the overall support... more »

What are the true risks of physical activity and competitive sports for children/young adults with congenital heart disease and arrhythmia syndromes?

What are the healthcare implications of sickle cell trait?

How can we reduce the burden of vascular disease by promoting healthy lifestyle including diet, exercise, and smoking cessation?

There are lots of exercise regimens for COPD, but none that I can find for asthmatics