Mind over muscle: study tests if meditation boosts athletic performance

NCT ID NCT05612295

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: National Taiwan Normal University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at whether a mindfulness program called MBPP can help athletes run longer and handle stress better. 97 athletes aged 18-30 took part. They practiced attention and acceptance skills, and researchers measured their endurance, stress hormones, and brain activity. The goal was to see if mindfulness improves performance under pressure compared to other mental strategies.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Mindfulness-based Peak Performance (MBPP) program
What this could lead to: If successful, this could point toward a simple mental training method to help athletes stay calm and perform better in high-pressure situations.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 97 participants. The results may not apply to all athletes or sports, and the benefits might be small or temporary.

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MINDFULNESS NEUROCOGNITIVE FUNCTION SPORT PERFORMANCE STRESS

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Locations

Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, National Taiwan Normal University

Taipei, 106308, Taiwan

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