Dance your way to lower blood pressure? a trial puts zumba to the test

NCT ID NCT07735468

Completed Disease control Sponsor: Universidad de Extremadura Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 30, 2026 · Last updated Jul 31, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial investigates whether a 10-week Zumba-based exercise program can help lower blood pressure in adults with hypertension. Participants will either join three 50-minute Zumba sessions per week or maintain their usual lifestyle. Researchers will also measure changes in body composition, medication use, and psychological well-being like anxiety and sleep quality.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: a 10-week supervised Zumba fitness program
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a fun, accessible exercise option for managing blood pressure in people with hypertension.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 46 participants. The results may not apply to everyone, and exercise programs require ongoing commitment.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hypertensive disorder Motor Activity

As listed by the trial registrant

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

HYPERTENSION

Contacts and locations

Locations

University School of Osuna (University of Seville)

Osuna, Sevilla, 41640, Spain

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