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Wrestling workouts may strengthen teen boys' minds

NCT ID NCT07373652

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Gümüşhane Universıty Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study looked at whether a six-week wrestling training program could improve psychological well-being, reduce anxiety, and build resilience in adolescent boys aged 12 to 15. Thirty boys with no prior wrestling experience were split into a wrestling group and a control group. Researchers measured changes in resilience, well-being, and sport anxiety before and after the program.

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Active substance
wrestling training program
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple, non-drug way to boost mental resilience and reduce anxiety in teenage boys.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early study (30 participants) with no blinding, so results may not apply broadly. The intervention is short (6 weeks) and effects may not last.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

30 people

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Started

Sep 2025

Finished

Oct 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

10 to 15 years

Sex

Male participants only

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Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * were between 12-15 years of age * had no previous experience in wrestling or organized combat sports * had not engaged in regular physical training (\> 60 minutes per week) during the previous six months. Exclusion Criteria: * Any musculoskeletal injury * chronic illness * psychological disorder that could interfere with participation.

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Conditions

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anxiety disorder Psychological Well-Being

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Perceived recovery

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Gumushane Univetsity

    Gümüşhane, Kelkit, 29600, Turkey (Türkiye)

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