Structured Neuromuscular Exercise Program
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The Effect of s Structured Neuromuscular Exercise Program on Running Performance and Lower Extremity Biomechanics in Recreational Runners
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Brief Summary
This randomized controlled trial aims to investigate the effects of an 8-week structured neuromuscular exercise program on running performance and lower extremity biomechanics in recreational runners. The program includes progressive exercises focusing on hip and core strength, balance, plyometric control, and running-specific mobility. Participants will be randomly assigned to an intervention or control group. The intervention group will perform the neuromuscular training twice a week for eight weeks, while the control group will not receive any structured exercise. Pre- and post-intervention assessments will include biomechanical analysis and functional performance tests. The study aims to provide evidence for the preventive and performance-enhancing benefits of neuromuscular training in runners.
Trial Health
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participants targeted
Target at below P25 for not_applicable
Started May 2026
Shorter than P25 for not_applicable
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Study Timeline
Key milestones and dates
First Submitted
Initial submission to the registry
January 1, 2026
CompletedStudy Start
First participant enrolled
May 1, 2026
CompletedFirst Posted
Study publicly available on registry
May 19, 2026
CompletedPrimary Completion
Last participant's last visit for primary outcome
September 1, 2026
ExpectedStudy Completion
Last participant's last visit for all outcomes
September 1, 2026
May 19, 2026
January 1, 2026
4 months
January 1, 2026
May 12, 2026
Conditions
Keywords
Outcome Measures
Primary Outcomes (1)
Running performance
Change in running performance will be assessed using a standardized time-trial test to evaluate the effectiveness of the neuromuscular exercise program in improving endurance and speed in recreational runners.
Baseline and after 8 weeks of intervention
Secondary Outcomes (2)
Dynamic balance
Baseline and after 8 weeks of intervention
Lower limb strength
Baseline and after 8 weeks of intervention
Study Arms (2)
NEUROMUSCULAR EXERCISE GROUP
EXPERIMENTALParticipants in this group will not receive any structured exercise program during the 8-week intervention period. They will maintain their usual physical activity and running habits. Assessments will be performed at the same pre- and post-intervention time points as the intervention group.
CONTROL GROUP
NO INTERVENTIONParticipants in this group will not receive any structured exercise program during the 8-week intervention period. They will maintain their usual physical activity and running habits. Assessments will be performed at the same pre- and post-intervention time points as the intervention group.
Interventions
An 8-week structured neuromuscular exercise program including progressive exercises targeting hip and core strength, dynamic balance, plyometric control, and running-specific mobility. The program is performed twice per week under supervision. It is designed to improve running performance, neuromuscular control, and lower limb biomechanics in recreational runners.
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if:
- Age between 18 and 55 years
- Recreational runners who have been running regularly (at least twice per week for the last 6 months)
- No current musculoskeletal injury limiting running
- Willing to participate in the 8-week neuromuscular exercise program and attend follow-up assessments
- Able to provide informed consent
You may not qualify if:
- History of lower limb surgery or fracture in the past 6 months
- Neurological, vestibular, or systemic diseases affecting balance or gait
- Current participation in a structured strength or neuromuscular training program
- Pregnancy
Contact the study team to confirm eligibility.
Sponsors & Collaborators
- Elif Tunçlead
Study Sites (1)
Pt Academy
Kadıköy, Istanbul, 34726, Turkey (Türkiye)
Related Publications (1)
Hammes D, Aus der Funten K, Kaiser S, Frisen E, Bizzini M, Meyer T. Injury prevention in male veteran football players - a randomised controlled trial using "FIFA 11+". J Sports Sci. 2015;33(9):873-81. doi: 10.1080/02640414.2014.975736. Epub 2014 Nov 5.
PMID: 25370591BACKGROUND
Central Study Contacts
Study Design
- Study Type
- interventional
- Phase
- not applicable
- Allocation
- RANDOMIZED
- Masking
- NONE
- Masking Details
- This is an open-label study; no masking is applied. Both participants and investigators are aware of the group assignments.
- Purpose
- PREVENTION
- Intervention Model
- PARALLEL
- Sponsor Type
- OTHER
- Responsible Party
- SPONSOR INVESTIGATOR
- PI Title
- Principal Investigator
Study Record Dates
First Submitted
January 1, 2026
First Posted
May 19, 2026
Study Start
May 1, 2026
Primary Completion (Estimated)
September 1, 2026
Study Completion (Estimated)
September 1, 2026
Last Updated
May 19, 2026
Record last verified: 2026-01
Data Sharing
- IPD Sharing
- Will not share
Individual participant data (IPD) will not be shared because the dataset includes identifiable physiological and biomechanical data collected from human participants. Data sharing is restricted by ethical approval and participant consent regulations. Only aggregated results will be reported in publications.