Dance and salt: a surprising combo for senior fitness?
NCT ID NCT07423624
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether 12 weeks of Zumba classes followed by time in a salt room (halotherapy) could improve body composition, breathing, and fitness in sedentary women aged 55-80. Twenty women were split into two groups: one did Zumba plus salt therapy, the other continued normal activities. Researchers measured weight, aerobic capacity, strength, flexibility, and balance before and after the program.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Zumba exercise and halotherapy (salt room exposure)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a simple, enjoyable way for older adults to improve fitness and breathing without medication.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small, early study with only 20 participants, all women, and no blinding. Results may not apply to men or larger populations.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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20 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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May 2024
- Finished
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Aug 2024
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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55 to 80 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Female participants aged \[55-80\] years * Sedentary or recreationally active * No regular exercise participation in the previous 6 months Exclusion Criteria: * Cardiovascular, respiratory, or musculoskeletal disorders * Pregnancy * Participation in structured exercise programs during the study period
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Gumushane Univetsity
Gümüşhane, Trabzon, Ordu, Giresun, Rize, Artvin, Gümüşhane, 29600, Turkey (Türkiye)
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