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NCT Number: NCT06393686

The Effect of Yoga on the Fitness of Children

This study aims to evaluate the effect of yoga on physical fitness among healthy primary school children using a randomized control design. A total of 52 children, ages 8-13, will be randomly assigned to either the Yoga Group or the Control Group. Participants will be assessed using the EUROFIT Test Battery as the primary outcome measure.

The Yoga Group will do 45-minute yoga sessions twice a week for 10 weeks, while the Control Group will not receive any intervention. Outcome assessments will be repeated at the end of the 10-week intervention period.

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Key information

Conditions

Exercise Test Muscles Physical Endurance

Age range

8 year–13 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Near East University

Nicosia, Cyprus

About this study

This investigation is a randomized controlled trial designed to assess the physical fitness levels among primary school-age children subjected to diverse yoga interventions, comparing them with the outcomes observed in a control group devoid of such interventions.The study encompasses a 10-week intervention phase, during which participants undergo evaluation at two specific time points: Initial assessment (M1), conducted one week preceding the commencement of the exercise program, and subsequent evaluation (M2), executed one week post the conclusion of the program.Anthropometric measurements will determine the height of the participants using a non-elastic measuring tape (SECA brand) attached to the wall. Body Mass Index (BMI) will be calculated with the Tanita MC-180MA III device.The physical fitness of children will be measured with the Eurofit test battery.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • Participants who do not have any mental or physical disabilities
  • Participants who have not participated in any exercise regime for the previous six months

Exclusion criteria

  • Individuals who do not participate in 90 percent of the 10-week yoga training program.

Treatment and study plan

yoga

Other

The yoga intervention will be implemented every two weeks, with each session lasting 45 minutes and implemented for 10 weeks. Sessions will always be led by the same certified yoga instructor. Each session will include a variety of different yoga poses, as well as breathing techniques and deep relaxation methods.

Primary outcomes

  1. EUROFIT Test Battery

    Time frame: 12 weeks

    The 10 tests for the Eurofit Test Battery are used as standards in the measurements of school-aged children.

    Anthropometry: Height, Weight, BMI, Skinfold thickness

    • Flamingo balance test
    • Arm movement speed
    • Sit and reach
    • Standing long jump
    • Hand grip strength
    • 30s Shuttle Bent arm hanging
    • 10 x 5 meter shuttle run
    • 20 m endurance (shuttle) run

  2. Anthropometric measurements

    Time frame: 12 weeks

    Anthropometric measurements involved determining participants' height using a non-elastic measuring tape (SECA brand), affixed to a wall. The Tanita MC-180MA III device facilitated weight analysis, and Body Mass Index (BMI) (kg/m2) was calculated by dividing body weight (in kilograms) by the square of height (in meters).

  3. Body Mass Index

    Time frame: 12 weeks

    Weight in kilograms and height in meters will been calculated and, weight and height will be combined to report BMI in kg/m2.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Near East University, Turkey

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Impact of Yoga Intervention on Physical Fitness Parameters in Preadolescent Children: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Important dates

Study start
2020
Primary completion
2020
Study completion
2021
First posted
May 1, 2024
Registry last updated
May 6, 2024

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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