Virtual reality workouts tested as fun way to fight teen obesity

NCT ID NCT07092228

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: New Ismailia National University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests whether combining virtual reality with plyometric exercises (jump training) can improve exercise capacity and reduce abdominal obesity in teenage girls aged 13 to 18. One hundred participants with a BMI of 30 or higher and a waist circumference over 80 cm will be enrolled. The main outcomes include changes in waist size, waist-hip ratio, BMI, and lung function.

What this could mean

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Active substance: virtual reality and plyometric workout
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a fun and effective way for teenage girls to reduce belly fat and improve fitness.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 100 participants. The results may not apply to all teens, and the exercise program may be hard to stick with.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Obesity, Abdominal polycystic ovary syndrome

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ABDOMINAL OBESITY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Mohamed
RECRUITING

Ismailia, 8332601, Egypt

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