Core Strength Training, Anthropometry, and Postural Control in Youth Optimist Sailors
31 de agosto de 2026 actualizado por: Anna Antonia Valenzano, University of Foggia
Core Strength Training Influences Anthropometric Profile And Postural Control In Optimist Sailors
Optimist dinghy sailing is a highly demanding youth watersport characterized by prolonged, high-intensity isometric hiking postures and rapid dynamic weight shifts required to preserve boat trim, balance, and sail power output.
The core (lumbar-pelvic-hip complex) functions as the central dynamic link in transferring kinetic forces between the lower limbs and trunk during continuous open-water maneuvers.
This study is designed as a 12-week randomized controlled interventional trial to evaluate the effects of a periodized, circuit-based Core Strength Training (CST) program integrated into routine Technical Sailing Training (TST) compared to TST alone.
Primary endpoints evaluate adaptations in the anthropometric profile (skinfold thickness, circumferences, muscle mass percentage) and postural control parameters (Center of Pressure displacement and sway velocity measured via computerized force platform posturography) in competitive youth Optimist sailors.
Descripción general del estudio
Estado
Aún no reclutando
Intervención / Tratamiento
Descripción detallada
During upwind sailing ("hiking"), Optimist sailors suspend their torso over the windward gunwale, secured only by foot straps over their feet and ankles. This exertion demands sustained isometric contractions of the anterior core, rectus abdominis, quadriceps, and pelvic stabilisers. Inadequate core muscle endurance and deficient postural control compromise boat handling efficiency, accelerate central and peripheral fatigue, and elevate the risk of chronic lower back disorders in young athletes.
Participants will be randomly assigned (1:1 ratio) to either:
Experimental Group (CST+TST): Participating in a 12-week standardized CST program (3 sessions per week) in addition to regular Technical Sailing Training (TST).
Active Control Group (TST Alone): Participating exclusively in the standardized Technical Sailing Training (TST) program (3-4 hours per session, 3 sessions per week).
The CST program progresses systematically across four 2-week meso-blocks, transitioning from foundational bodyweight stability (Weeks 1-6) to advanced dynamic overload and multi-planar surface instability using small fitness tools (Weeks 7-12), such as fit balls, dumbbells, weight discs, resistance bands, Bosu balance trainers, TRX suspension straps, kettlebells, and ankle/wrist weights.
Tipo de estudio
Intervencionista
Inscripción (Estimado)
40
Fase
- No aplica
Contactos y Ubicaciones
Esta sección proporciona los datos de contacto de quienes realizan el estudio e información sobre dónde se lleva a cabo este estudio.
Estudio Contacto
- Nombre: Anna A. Valenzano, Prof.
- Número de teléfono: +39 347 6401054
- Correo electrónico: anna.valenzano@unifg.it
Ubicaciones de estudio
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Foggia, FG, Italia, 71122
- Outdoor Open-Water Sailing Facility & High-Performance Athletic Training Center
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Contacto:
- Giuseppe Cibelli, Prof.
- Número de teléfono: +39 320 4394744
- Correo electrónico: giuseppe.cibelli@unifg.it
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Criterios de participación
Los investigadores buscan personas que se ajusten a una determinada descripción, denominada criterio de elegibilidad. Algunos ejemplos de estos criterios son el estado de salud general de una persona o tratamientos previos.
Criterio de elegibilidad
Edades elegibles para estudiar
- Niño
Acepta Voluntarios Saludables
Sí
Descripción
Inclusion Criteria:
- Active competitive youth Optimist class dinghy sailors aged between 8 and 15 years.
- Minimum of 2 consecutive years of continuous competitive sailing experience registered with a recognized national sailing federation or licensed sailing club.
- Regular participation in a minimum of 3 technical sailing sessions per week.
- Valid sports medical clearance certificate authorizing participation in competitive athletic training.
- Signed written informed consent provided by parent(s) or legal guardian(s), accompanied by written informed assent from the participant.
Exclusion Criteria:
- Acute or chronic musculoskeletal injuries affecting the spine, abdominal wall, lower limbs, or upper extremities within the preceding 6 months.
- Concurrent participation in structured external core or strength training programs outside the trial protocol during the preceding 3 months.
- Neurological, vestibular, or uncorrected visual impairments affecting balance, posturography, or postural control.
- Training adherence rate below 85% of total prescribed sessions over the 12-week interventional period.
Plan de estudios
Esta sección proporciona detalles del plan de estudio, incluido cómo está diseñado el estudio y qué mide el estudio.
¿Cómo está diseñado el estudio?
Detalles de diseño
- Propósito principal: Prevención
- Asignación: Aleatorizado
- Modelo Intervencionista: Asignación paralela
- Enmascaramiento: Único
Armas e Intervenciones
Grupo de participantes/brazo |
Intervención / Tratamiento |
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Experimental: Experimental Group (CST+TST)
12-week standardized Core Strength Training (CST) program (3 sessions per week) integrated into routine Technical Sailing Training (TST).
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12-week periodized, circuit-based core training (3 sessions/week, 8 stations, 3 sets, ~30 min/session) progressing from foundational bodyweight stability to dynamic overload and surface instability.
Standardized open-water technical sailing training (3-4 hours/session, 3 sessions/week) focusing on hiking postures, boat-handling drills, tactical training, and balance optimization.
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Comparador activo: Active Control Group (TST Alone)
12-week standardized Technical Sailing Training (TST) program alone (3-4 hours per session, 3 sessions per week).
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Standardized open-water technical sailing training (3-4 hours/session, 3 sessions/week) focusing on hiking postures, boat-handling drills, tactical training, and balance optimization.
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¿Qué mide el estudio?
Medidas de resultado primarias
Medida de resultado |
Medida Descripción |
Periodo de tiempo |
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Static Postural Control: Center of Pressure (CoP) Total Path Length Measured via Computerized Force Platform
Periodo de tiempo: Baseline (Week 0) and Post-Intervention (Week 12)
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Total length of the Center of Pressure (CoP) path (expressed in millimeters) recorded during static standing posturography testing under open-eyes and closed-eyes conditions.
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Baseline (Week 0) and Post-Intervention (Week 12)
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Static Postural Control: Center of Pressure (CoP) Mean Velocity Measured via Computerized Force Platform
Periodo de tiempo: Baseline (Week 0) and Post-Intervention (Week 12)
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Mean velocity of Center of Pressure (CoP) displacement (expressed in millimeters per second) recorded during static standing posturography under open-eyes and closed-eyes conditions.
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Baseline (Week 0) and Post-Intervention (Week 12)
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Static Postural Control: Center of Pressure (CoP) 95% Confidence Ellipse Area Measured via Computerized Force Platform
Periodo de tiempo: Baseline (Week 0) and Post-Intervention (Week 12)
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Surface area of the 95% confidence ellipse of CoP sway (expressed in square millimeters) recorded during static standing posturography.
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Baseline (Week 0) and Post-Intervention (Week 12)
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Dynamic Postural Control: Center of Pressure (CoP) Sway Velocity Measured via Computerized Force Platform
Periodo de tiempo: Baseline (Week 0) and Post-Intervention (Week 12)
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Center of Pressure (CoP) mean sway velocity (expressed in millimeters per second) measured during dynamic unstable platform oscillations and unipedal stance.
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Baseline (Week 0) and Post-Intervention (Week 12)
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Skinfold Thickness Sum Measured via Skinfold Caliper
Periodo de tiempo: Baseline (Week 0) and Post-Intervention (Week 12)
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Sum of skinfold thickness measurements (expressed in millimeters) taken at four sites: triceps, subscapular, suprailiac, and abdominal.
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Baseline (Week 0) and Post-Intervention (Week 12)
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Muscle Mass Percentage Measured via Anthropometric Assessment
Periodo de tiempo: Baseline (Week 0) and Post-Intervention (Week 12)
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Percentage of total body muscle mass (expressed as % of total body mass) calculated from anthropometric equations.
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Baseline (Week 0) and Post-Intervention (Week 12)
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Body Fat Mass Percentage Measured via Anthropometric Assessment
Periodo de tiempo: Baseline (Week 0) and Post-Intervention (Week 12)
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Percentage of total body fat mass (expressed as % of total body mass) calculated from skinfold thickness measurements.
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Baseline (Week 0) and Post-Intervention (Week 12)
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Waist Circumference Measured via Anthropometric Tape
Periodo de tiempo: Baseline (Week 0) and Post-Intervention (Week 12)
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Trunk abdominal waist circumference (expressed in centimeters) measured with a flexible metric tape.
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Baseline (Week 0) and Post-Intervention (Week 12)
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Medidas de resultado secundarias
Medida de resultado |
Medida Descripción |
Periodo de tiempo |
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Core Muscle Endurance
Periodo de tiempo: Baseline (Week 0), Mid-Point (Week 6), and Post-Intervention (Week 12)
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McGill Protocol Battery: Flexor Endurance Test, Biering-Sørensen Extensor Test, Right & Left Side Bridge Tests measured in seconds.
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Baseline (Week 0), Mid-Point (Week 6), and Post-Intervention (Week 12)
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Dynamic Balance
Periodo de tiempo: Baseline (Week 0) and Post-Intervention (Week 12)
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Y-Balance Test / Star Excursion Balance Test (SEBT) normalized reach distances (% leg length).
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Baseline (Week 0) and Post-Intervention (Week 12)
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Colaboradores e Investigadores
Aquí es donde encontrará personas y organizaciones involucradas en este estudio.
Patrocinador
Fechas de registro del estudio
Estas fechas rastrean el progreso del registro del estudio y los envíos de resultados resumidos a ClinicalTrials.gov. Los registros del estudio y los resultados informados son revisados por la Biblioteca Nacional de Medicina (NLM) para asegurarse de que cumplan con los estándares de control de calidad específicos antes de publicarlos en el sitio web público.
Fechas importantes del estudio
Inicio del estudio (Estimado)
1 de septiembre de 2026
Finalización primaria (Estimado)
1 de diciembre de 2026
Finalización del estudio (Estimado)
1 de enero de 2027
Fechas de registro del estudio
Enviado por primera vez
27 de agosto de 2026
Primero enviado que cumplió con los criterios de control de calidad
31 de agosto de 2026
Publicado por primera vez (Actual)
3 de septiembre de 2026
Actualizaciones de registros de estudio
Última actualización publicada (Actual)
3 de septiembre de 2026
Última actualización enviada que cumplió con los criterios de control de calidad
31 de agosto de 2026
Última verificación
1 de agosto de 2026
Más información
Términos relacionados con este estudio
Palabras clave
Otros números de identificación del estudio
- CST-OPT-2026-01
Plan de datos de participantes individuales (IPD)
¿Planea compartir datos de participantes individuales (IPD)?
SÍ
Descripción del plan IPD
De-identified individual participant data (anthropometric and posturographic parameters) will be available upon reasonable request to the corresponding author for research purposes.
Marco de tiempo para compartir IPD
Data will be available starting 6 months following publication for up to 3 years.
Criterios de acceso compartido de IPD
Researchers whose proposed use of the data has been approved by an independent review committee.
Tipo de información de apoyo para compartir IPD
- PROTOCOLO DE ESTUDIO
- SAVIA
- CIF
- CÓDIGO_ANALÍTICO
- RSC
Información sobre medicamentos y dispositivos, documentos del estudio
Estudia un producto farmacéutico regulado por la FDA de EE. UU.
No
Estudia un producto de dispositivo regulado por la FDA de EE. UU.
No
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