Fencing study reveals best exercise for stronger thighs
NCT ID NCT07252635
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested 30 young fencers to find out which of three exercises—a single-leg squat, a squat with core activation, or a kneeling exercise—most effectively activates the quadriceps (thigh) muscles. Participants performed all exercises in random order while sensors measured muscle activity. The results may help coaches design better training and injury prevention programs for fencers.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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30 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Aug 2024
- Finished
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Aug 2025
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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18 to 25 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Practicing fencing for at least 5 years * Age between 18 and 24 years * No systemic or neurological problems * No knee pain on the dominant side Exclusion Criteria: * History of knee injury in the past year * History of surgery on the dominant lower extremity * History of patellar tendinitis * Previous experience with Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS) training * Pain while performing exercises during the test protocol
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Gazi University Health Sciences Faculty, Sports Rehabilitation Unit
Ankara, 06010, Turkey (Türkiye)
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