Taekwondo for seniors: a fun way to boost balance and brain power?

NCT ID NCT07451288

First seen Apr 07, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 5 times

Summary

This study looked at whether a 10-week Taekwondo program could improve physical and mental function in adults aged 60 and older. Forty participants were split into a Taekwondo group (training twice a week) or a waiting-list group. Researchers measured balance, strength, fitness, and thinking skills before and after the program, with a one-year follow-up to see if benefits lasted.

Disclaimer Read more

This is a summary of the original study . Summaries may miss details or leave out important information. Before applying or accepting participation, make sure you have read and understood the full study. Curemydisease.com takes no responsibility whatsoever for anything missed, misunderstood, or acted upon as a result of our summary — we know it does not capture everything.

Get updates

Get notified about this study

Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for AGING are added.

Our safety recommendation!

By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Western Norway University of applied sciences

    Bergen, 5097, Norway

Conditions

Explore the condition pages connected to this study.