Effects of Tai Chi and Yoga on Flexibility, Anxiety, and Sleep Quality in Women
Trial Parameters
Brief 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 Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Female, 18-45 years of age * BMI \<30 kg/m² * No history of musculoskeletal surgery Exclusion Criteria: * 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