Table tennis teens get faster and stronger with functional training
NCT ID NCT07384806
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at whether adding functional training—exercises that mimic real movements—to regular practice helps teen table tennis players improve speed, balance, and overall fitness. Thirty players aged 12-18 were split into three groups: one did functional training, one did standard training, and one just practiced normally. After eight weeks, researchers measured changes in flexibility, agility, speed, jumping, and balance to see which group improved most.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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30 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Nov 2025
- Finished
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Jan 2026
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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14 to 18 years
- Sex
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Male participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Male and female adolescent table tennis players aged 12-18 years. * Actively training and competing in table tennis for at least 2 years. * Participating in at least 3 training sessions per week. * Free from injury or medical conditions affecting physical performance. * Voluntarily consent to participate in the study (parental consent required for minors). Exclusion Criteria: * Any musculoskeletal injury, neurological disorder, or medical condition affecting training or performance. * Participation in another structured training program during the study period. * Non-compliance with study protocol or inability to attend scheduled sessions.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Karabük University
Karabük, Merkez, 78000, Turkey (Türkiye)