Move your body, sharpen your mind: new study tests exercise and tai chi on student stress
NCT ID NCT07443904
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at whether different types of exercise—like high-intensity workouts and Tai Chi—can improve thinking skills and lower stress in first-year university students. About 120 healthy students aged 18-25 will take part in a 12-week program. Researchers will compare the effects of exercise, Tai Chi, and computer-based brain training on memory, focus, and stress levels.
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 297 people
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- Expected to start
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Aug 2026
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Apr 2027
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Other sponsor
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18 to 25 years
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Enrolled in a health-related undergraduate program at Universidad San Sebastián, Concepción campus (Chile). * Willing and able to attend scheduled intervention sessions and complete baseline and post-intervention assessments. * Provides written informed consent prior to participation. Exclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of neurological disease or severe psychiatric disorder that may interfere with participation or outcome validity. * Medical or musculoskeletal condition that contraindicates participation in moderate-to-vigorous physical exercise. * Regular participation in another structured exercise program during the study period or being a competitive athlete.
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Locations
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Universidad San Sebastián
Concepción, Biobio, 4030375, Chile
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