Effects of Tai Chi and Yoga on Flexibility, Anxiety, and Sleep Quality in Women
The Effect of Tai Chi and Yoga on Flexibility, Anxiety, and Sleep Quality in Women
Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa
40 participants
Mar 14, 2026
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
Healthy women aged 18-45 years with BMI \<30 were randomized into two groups to receive either Tai Chi or yoga training. Both interventions were delivered for 8 weeks, 2 sessions per week, 45 minutes per session, at Bahçeşehir University. Flexibility, anxiety, and sleep quality were assessed before and after the intervention using standardized flexibility tests, the Beck Anxiety Inventory, and the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index. The outcome assessor was blinded to group assignment.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria3
- Female, 18-45 years of age
- BMI \<30 kg/m²
- No history of musculoskeletal surgery
Exclusion Criteria3
- Congenital or acquired condition affecting the musculoskeletal system
- Any systemic disease or condition that makes exercise contraindicated, or pregnancy
- Chronic neurological, metabolic, or cardiovascular disease
Interventions
Yang-style Tai Chi program consisting of 10 movements delivered for 8 weeks, twice weekly, 45 minutes per session (warm-up \~10 min; Tai Chi practice \~30 min; cool-down \~5 min).
Yoga program delivered for 8 weeks, twice weekly, 45 minutes per session, consisting of 30-35 minutes of asanas (flexibility, strengthening, balance) followed by cool-down and meditation (\~5 minutes).
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NCT07480174