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Boxing may help older adults stay fit and sharp

NCT ID NCT05826314

Prevention Sponsor: Universidade do Porto Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Sep 15, 2026 · Last updated Sep 16, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

Researchers are testing whether a 24-week boxing training program can improve physical fitness, cognitive performance, and reduce fall risk in healthy older adults. They will compare boxing to a standard multicomponent exercise program and a control group. Participants will be assessed at the start, during, and after the program, with a follow-up period to see if any benefits last.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Boxing-based training program
What this could lead to
If boxing training helps, it could offer a fun way for older adults to stay strong, sharp, and steady on their feet.
What could go wrong
This is a small, short study. Exercise programs do not work for everyone, and any gains may fade after the program ends.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

75 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Oct 2022

Finished

Aug 2024

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

60 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Male or female participants aged ≥60 years; * Community-dwelling older adults; * Do not present any medical contraindication for physical activity; Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals diagnosed with certain disorders or conditions in which exercise is contraindicated such as unstable or ongoing cardiovascular and/or respiratory disorders; * Presence of major neurological and Neurocognitive disorders (Portuguese version of the Montreal Cognitive Assessment - MoCA) (12);

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Conditions

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Motor Activity

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Healthy people programs

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Faculty of Sport, University of Porto

    Porto, Porto District, 4200371, Portugal

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