Dolphin Kick Streamline Training vs Flutter Kick Training in Competitive Swimmers

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

In this randomized controlled trial, competitive swimmers are assigned to either dolphin kick streamline training or flutter kick training for eight weeks, with both groups completing the same land-based core conditioning. Core stability and short-distance sprint performance are measured at baseline, week 4, and week 8 to compare effects. The trial aims to determine which aquatic kicking approach yields greater improvements when paired with standard core work. Participants must have at least two years of competitive swimming experience and be cleared for physical activity. Exclusion criteria include recent musculoskeletal injury, certain medical conditions, participation in other structured core programs, safety concerns, or missing more than two training sessions.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

\*\*Inclusion Criteria:\*\*

* Minimum 2 years of competitive swimming experience.
* Active participation in regular swimming training at the time of enrollment.
* Medically fit and cleared for physical activity.

\*\*Exclusion Criteria:\*\*

* History of musculoskeletal injury within the preceding 3 months.
* Diagnosed neurological or cardiopulmonary condition.
* Current participation in any structured core training program outside the study.
* Inability to safely perform aquatic or land-based exercises.
* Absence from more than two consecutive training sessions during the intervention period.

Where it's running

• POF Ordinance Club
  Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, Pakistan Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Zobia Naseem, MS-SPT — Riphah International University
• Study coordinator: Zobia Naseem, MS
• Email: zobia.naeem@riphah.edu.pk
• Phone: +923321963584

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.