Pilates vs. walking: which boosts core stability in couch potatoes?

NCT ID NCT07666919

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: Mahidol University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study compares Pilates to walking in 34 sedentary adults aged 18-59 who sit for over 7 hours daily. Participants will do supervised 1-hour sessions to see if Pilates improves core muscle thickness, strength, flexibility, endurance, balance, and posture. The goal is to find a sustainable exercise option for people with inactive lifestyles.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Pilates exercise
What this could lead to: If it works, this could show that Pilates is an effective way to improve core strength and fitness in people who sit a lot.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 34 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It is not yet recruiting, and the benefits may not last after the program ends.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Sedentary Behavior

As listed by the trial registrant

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

CORE MUSCLE WEAKNESS SEDENTARY BEHAVIORS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Faculty of Physical Therapy, Mahidol University

Salaya, Changwat Nakhon Pathom, 73170, Thailand

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