"CORE Training for Musculoskeletal Health: A Study on Adaptive Exercise Protocols"

Conditions: Core Muscle Weakness, Postural Control Deficit, Trunk Stability Impairment, Functional Performance Limitation

Sex: All

Ages: 25 Years – 35 Years

Healthy volunteers: Yes

Phase: NA

Enrollment: 40

Sponsor: Ioannis Tsartsapakis

Location: Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Serres Campus - Neuromechanics Laboratory Serres Central Makedonia

Summary

This study aims to evaluate the effects of an adaptive core training protocol that integrates core stability, core strength, and high-intensity core power exercises on muscle activation, hypertrophy, balance, and quality of life. Forty recreationally active adults with a minimum of two years of consistent training experience will participate. The structured intervention will span multiple weeks and utilize electromyography (EMG), ultrasound imaging, and validated questionnaires to assess neuromuscular and functional adaptations.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Aged 25-35 years * Physically active (≥3 sessions/week, ≥1 hour per session) for ≥2 years * No known musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, or neurological disorders * No engagement in structured core training programs * Available to attend all evaluation appointments * Able and willing to commit to the 8-week intervention program Exclusion Criteria: * Medical conditions that limit full-body or trunk movement * Cardiovascular/metabolic conditions contraindicating high-intensity exercise * Current participation in Pilates, CrossFit, or other core-specific protocols * Recent musculoskeletal injury affecting training eligibility

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Source: ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT07025395). StuddyBuddy aggregates publicly available trial information.