Karate kids put to the test: foam rolling vs. stretching showdown!

NCT ID NCT07573267

First seen May 13, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at 48 teenage karate athletes to see how different warm-up exercises affect their posture, flexibility, balance, and performance. Each athlete tried foam rolling, dynamic stretching, and static stretching in a random order. The goal was to find out which warm-up gives the best short-term boost before training or competition.

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Locations

  • Istinye University

    Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

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