Could a Walking-Based exercise boost core strength better than jumping?
NCT ID NCT07641777
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares coordinated locomotor training—a movement technique that combines walking patterns with sprinter and skater positions—to traditional plyometric exercises for improving core stability and balance in novice runners. Twenty-eight runners aged 18 to 30 who run less than 10 miles per week and have less than one year of experience will be randomly assigned to one of the two training groups. Over 8 weeks, researchers will measure changes in core endurance, stability, and postural control to see which approach works better.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Coordinated locomotor training (exercise technique combining walking patterns with sprinter and skater positions)
What this could lead to
If effective, this training method could give coaches and runners a simple, evidence-based way to improve core stability and reduce injury risk.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 28 participants, so results may not apply to all runners. The training requires consistent attendance and may not outperform standard plyometric exercises.
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The University of Faisalabad
Faisalābad, Punjab Province, 3800, Pakistan