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Core training may steady young sailors' balance on the water

NCT ID NCT07802782

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Foggia Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Sep 03, 2026 · Last updated Sep 04, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests whether adding a 12-week core strength program to regular sailing practice improves balance and body measurements in competitive youth Optimist sailors aged 8 to 15. Half the participants follow their usual sailing training, while the other half also do circuit-based core exercises three times a week. Researchers measure postural control with a force platform and track skinfold thickness, muscle mass, and waist circumference. The goal is to see if stronger core muscles help young sailors maintain stability and perform better on the water.

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Active substance
Core strength training program
What this could lead to
If core training improves balance and body composition in young sailors, it could lead to better performance and injury prevention in youth sailing.
What could go wrong
The trial is small and early, so results may not apply to all sailors. Core training may not outperform standard sailing practice alone.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 40 people

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Expected to start

Sep 2026

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Expected to finish

Jan 2027

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Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

8 to 15 years

Sex

Anyone

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Inclusion Criteria: * Active competitive youth Optimist class dinghy sailors aged between 8 and 15 years. * Minimum of 2 consecutive years of continuous competitive sailing experience registered with a recognized national sailing federation or licensed sailing club. * Regular participation in a minimum of 3 technical sailing sessions per week. * Valid sports medical clearance certificate authorizing participation in competitive athletic training. * Signed written informed consent provided by parent(s) or legal guardian(s), accompanied by written informed assent from the participant. Exclusion Criteria: * Acute or chronic musculoskeletal injuries affecting the spine, abdominal wall, lower limbs, or upper extremities within the preceding 6 months. * Concurrent participation in structured external core or strength training programs outside the trial protocol during the preceding 3 months. * Neurological, vestibular, or uncorrected visual impairments affecting balance, posturography, or postural control. * Training adherence rate below 85% of total prescribed sessions over the 12-week interventional period.

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Athletic performance Core stability Physical fitness Postural control

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  • Outdoor Open-Water Sailing Facility & High-Performance Athletic Training Center

    Foggia, FG, 71122, Italy

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