High-Intensity Training Following Lung Transplantation

High-Intensity Training Following Lung Transplantation: a Randomized Controlled Trial

The HILT study is a prospective, single-blinded, randomized controlled trial comparing a high-intensity exercise training intervention with usual care among adult lung transplant recipients. Patients randomized to the training intervention arm will undergo individually tailored high-intensity exercise training (80-95% of maximum heart rate) three hours per week for 20 weeks. Training will be conducted at local fitness centers on a one-on-one basis.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Stable medical condition in the opinion of the enrolling investigator
• Able and willing to give informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

• Expected survival less than 12 months
• Unable to complete a maximal exercise test on a treadmill until exhaustion
• Language barrier that interferes with data collection