CHPS RESEARCH STUDIES

Yoga For Insomnia

Participants will complete seven study visits over approximately 2–3 weeks, including one baseline visit, three evening experimental visits, and three brief follow-up morning visits. The baseline visit includes questionnaires and assessments of body composition and cardiovascular health, while the evening visits involve three randomized conditions (vinyasa yoga, gentle yoga, and quiet rest) with overnight monitoring of heart rate and sleep. Participants will return the following morning after each evening visit for brief cardiovascular assessments and will complete short sleep diaries during the overnight monitoring period.

Inclusion Qualifications:

Adults 18-40 years
Insufficiently inactive define by the L-CAT (responses below public health physical activity guidelines)
physical activity is not contraindicated (i.e., no affirmative responses on the PAR-Q+
Adults with diagnosed insomnia disorder and score ≥ 10 on the ISI
Good sleeps a score < 10 (no history of sleep disorder)
Basic understanding of yoga poses
Access to a smart device (such as a smartphone or tablet)

Exclusion Qualifications:

You may not participate in this research opportunity if any of the following applies to you:

Regular yoga practice (> 60 minutes per week)
Any diagnosed medical condition requiring medical clearance determined ‘Yes’ response on questions pertaining to a present medical condition(s) via PAR-Q+. This includes, but is not limited to, uncontrolled cardiovascular, metabolic, respiratory, musculoskeletal, neurological, or mental health conditions; recent stroke or concussion; active cancer treatment; and any combination of medical conditions that pose a health risk without physician supervision. All “yes” responses on the PAR-Q+ will be evaluated, and individuals requiring clearance will not be eligible to participate.
Physical limitations and/or mobility restrictions (such as bone, joint, or soft tissue such as muscle, ligament, or tendon that could be made worse by becoming more physically active) via PAR-Q+
Untreated major psychiatric disorders (e.g. major depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia)
Elevated risk for sleep apnea (i.e., STOP-Bang score ≥ 5)
Any other sleep disorders other than insomnia (e.g., sleep apnea, restless legs syndrome, circadian rhythm disorder, etc.)
Current treatment for insomnia (e.g., hypnotic medications, cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia, etc.)
Current medications that affect heart or blood pressure (i.e., anti-depressants, beta-blockers, etc.)
Current or planned pregnancy within the next 3 months
Overnight shiftwork defined as regularly working anytime between 00:00 and 6:00am

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