Effects of Diaphragmatic Breathing During Equipment-Based Pilates in Women
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Conditions studied: Core Stability, Respiratory Function, Diaphragmatic Breathing
In brief
This randomized controlled study aims to investigate the effects of diaphragmatic breathing exercises on core stabilization muscle strength, peak expiratory flow (PEF), and chest expansion in women performing equipment-based Pilates. A total of 44 healthy women aged 20 to 50 years who regularly participate in equipment-based Pilates exercises will be recruited and randomly assigned to one of two groups. The intervention group will receive equipment-based Pilates training combined with diaphragmatic breathing exercises, while the control group will receive equipment-based Pilates training only. Both groups will participate in supervised exercise sessions twice weekly for 8 weeks. Core stabilization muscle strength, peak expiratory flow, and chest expansion measurements will be assessed before and after the intervention period. The findings of this study may contribute to a better understanding of the additional effects of diaphragmatic breathing exercises on respiratory function and core stabilization in women performing Pilates.
Key facts
- Study ID
- NCT07652229
- Run by
- Istanbul Aydın University
- People needed
- 44
- Starts
- 2026-06-15
- Expected to finish
- 2026-08-15
- Last updated by the study team
- 2026-06-18
Who can join
Age: 20 and older, up to 50. Sex: female. Healthy volunteers: accepted.
You may qualify if…
- Female participants aged 20-50 years. Healthy individuals regularly performing equipment-based Pilates exercises. Willingness to participate voluntarily and provide informed consent. Ability to attend Pilates sessions twice weekly for 8 weeks.
You may not qualify if…
- History of spinal trauma or surgery within the previous 6 months. Pregnancy. Diabetes mellitus or other systemic diseases. Respiratory or musculoskeletal disorders that may affect participation or outcome measurements.
- Cognitive or physical limitations preventing compliance with the study protocol.
- Failure to attend scheduled sessions or complete the intervention protocol. Development of pain, injury, or any medical condition requiring discontinuation during the study.
Where it is running
- Yeşim Dokuzluoğlu Private Pilates Studio — Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
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