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.
Age between 18 and 55 years
History of lower limb surgery or fracture in the past 6 months
Parallel
Structured Neuromuscular Exercise Program
BehavioralAn 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.
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.
Dynamic balance
Balance performance will be evaluated using the Y-Balance Test to determine improvements in postural control after the neuromuscular training intervention.
Lower limb strength
hip abductor muscle strength will be measured using handheld dynamometry
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Elif Tunç
Lead sponsor
Istinye University
Sponsor institution
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