Breathe better, move better: study tests deep breathing with pilates

NCT ID NCT07652229

Not yet recruiting Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Istanbul Aydın University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at whether adding diaphragmatic (deep belly) breathing exercises to regular Pilates can improve core muscle strength, breathing power, and chest expansion in healthy women. Forty-four women aged 20-50 who already do Pilates will be split into two groups: one does Pilates alone, the other adds breathing exercises. Both groups train twice a week for 8 weeks. The goal is to see if the breathing exercises provide extra benefits.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Diaphragmatic breathing exercises
What this could lead to: If it works, this could show a simple way to boost the benefits of Pilates for breathing and core strength.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early study in healthy women, so results may not apply to others. It tests a short-term exercise program, not a treatment for any disease.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Respiratory Aspiration

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

CORE STABILITY DIAPHRAGMATIC BREATHING RESPIRATORY FUNCTION

Contacts and locations

Locations

Yeşim Dokuzluoğlu Private Pilates Studio

Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

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