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Could yoga reshape how young women see their bodies?

NCT ID NCT06724796

Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Padova Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 27, 2026 · Last updated Aug 28, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

Researchers at the University of Padova are testing whether weekly Iyengar yoga classes can improve body image and eating behaviors in young women aged 18 to 35 who are dissatisfied with their bodies. The study will measure changes in negative body image, body appreciation, and eating habits, and will also explore psychological factors like self-compassion and body awareness. The goal is to see if yoga offers a practical way to support healthier body image and reduce the risk of eating disorders.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Weekly group Iyengar yoga classes led by a qualified instructor, adapted for beginners.
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a non-drug way to help young women feel better about their bodies and reduce the risk of eating disorders.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with 100 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Yoga may not improve body image for all, and the trial does not include people with full-blown body image disorders.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

100 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Nov 2024

Finished

Jul 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 35 years

Sex

Female participants only

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Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Females * Age 18-35 years old Exclusion Criteria: * Regular yoga practice * Pregnancy * Medical conditions that preclude yoga practice (e.g., neurodegenerative diseases, recent injuries, rheumatic conditions) * Full-blown body image disorder

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Conditions

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Feeding Behavior

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Body dissatisfaction Body image Eating behaviors

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Department of General Psychology, University of Padova

    Padova, Italy, Italy

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