Effects of an Exercise Program on Reaction Time and Mouse Accuracy in Recreational Video Game Players
University of Miami
15 participants
Oct 17, 2025
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
This study is intended to evaluate the effects of an exercise program on the change of electronic sports (esports) athletes' reaction time and mouse click accuracy. The benefits of participation are directly related to exercise, and include improved thinking, performance, sleep, and quality of life.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria3
- Minimum age is 18, and there is no maximum.
- Must play video games for at least an average of one hour per week
- University of Miami College student or University of Miami Miller School of Medicine student
Exclusion Criteria3
- Individuals who are not able to participate in a full body exercise program, whether due to injury or an underlying medical condition
- Individuals who cannot comprehend basic instruction on exercise whether due to a cognitive impairment or language barrier (ie: non English speaker).
- Conditions that require further medical workup including History or symptoms of cardiac disease, family history of sudden cardiac death, sickle cell disease, history of exercise-related syncope, uncontrolled exercise-associated asthma, acute fractures, active infectious rash, symptoms of relative energy deficiency syndrome, eating disorders.
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Interventions
Participants will undergo a 6-week exercise program designed under the supervision of a board certified sports medicine physician. The exercise program will consist of a 3 day per week schedule: Monday will be lower body resistance training, Wednesday will be aerobic exercise, and Friday will be upper body resistance training. Each session will be approximately up to 1 hour.
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NCT06512675