Can stronger breathing muscles boost Jiu-Jitsu grip and power?

NCT ID NCT07794241

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First seen Aug 31, 2026 · Last updated Sep 01, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at whether the strength of breathing muscles relates to how well Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu athletes perform short, intense efforts and hold a kimono grip. Researchers will measure breathing muscle strength and lung function in 40 male athletes, then test their Jiu-Jitsu-specific anaerobic performance and static grip endurance. The goal is to see if stronger respiratory muscles are linked to better performance on the mat.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If stronger breathing muscles link to better Jiu-Jitsu performance, trainers might add respiratory exercises to improve athletic output.
What could go wrong
This is a small observational study, so it can only show a link, not prove cause and effect. Results may not apply to all athletes.

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Participants

About 40 people

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Expected to start

Oct 2026

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Expected to finish

Apr 2027

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

Adult male Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu athletes who train regularly at clubs or academies in Istanbul, Türkiye, and meet the prespecified eligibility criteria. Participants will be recruited by non-probability sampling.

Ages

18 to 40 years

Sex

Male participants only

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Inclusion Criteria: * Male sex * Age 18 to 40 years * At least 1 year of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu experience * Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training on at least 2 days per week during the previous 3 months * Familiarity with gi/kimono training and the butterfly-guard lifting movement * Ability to safely and technically perform the Maximum Static Kimono Grip Test and the Jiu-Jitsu Anaerobic Performance Test * Provision of written informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed cardiovascular, respiratory, neurological, metabolic, or musculoskeletal condition that may affect maximal testing or participant safety * Active pain, acute injury, or relevant surgery during the previous 6 months * Current regular use of cigarettes, electronic cigarettes, or inhaled nicotine products * Medical advice to avoid maximal physical effort * Regular use of medication that may materially affect study measurements

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  • Roger Gracie Academy Turkey

    Istanbul, 34337, Turkey (Türkiye)

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