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Conditions
Interventions
Intervention1: Structured Badminton Training Programme for Healthy Ageing (SMASH-AGEING Intervention): The experimental intervention consists of a community based structured badminton training program
Skill training 20 minutes focusing on basic strokes, grip techniques, and adapted footwork delivered progressively according to individual ability
Game based drills 20 minutes using modified badminton play to improve balance, coordination, reaction time, and moderate-intensity aerobic engagement within a safe and enjoyable environment
and
Cool down and relaxation 10 minutes incorporating breathing and gentle stretching to support recovery and injury prevention.
Training intensity and technical complexity will progress gradually ac
Sponsors
Badminton World Federation (BWF)
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Participants will be eligible for enrolment if they meet all of the following criteria: Age 55 years or older at the time of recruitment. Community-dwelling and physically independent, with the ability to perform basic activities of daily living without assistance. Medically cleared for participation in moderate-intensity physical activity, as confirmed by a physician or standardized health screening questionnaire. Little or no prior structured badminton training or regular racquet-sport participation within the past six months. Willingness to participate in the full 12-week structured badminton programme, attend follow-up assessments, and comply with study procedures. Ability to understand study instructions and provide written informed consent.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Severe mobility limitation or musculoskeletal injury Uncontrolled chronic medical condition Cognitive impairment limiting participation
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Primary Outcome Measures Measured at baseline and 12 weeks: 1.Body composition: BMI, body mass, fat percentage, muscle mass 2.Functional fitness: Grip strength, chair stand, gait speed, flexibility, 6-minute walk distance 3.Psychological well-being: oSelf-Efficacy for Exercise Scale oWarwick-Edinburgh Mental Well-Being Scale Timepoint: Primary Outcome Measures Measured at baseline and 12 weeks: 1.Body composition: BMI, body mass, fat percentage, muscle mass 2.Functional fitness: Grip strength, chair stand, gait speed, flexibility, 6-minute walk distance 3.Psychological well-being: oSelf-Efficacy for Exercise Scale oWarwick-Edinburgh Mental Well-Being Scale | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Cognitive function scores Exercise benefits and barriers Social connectedness indices Adherence rate and attendance Adverse events and safety outcomes Qualitative themes from focus group discussions Timepoint: Measured at baseline, 12 weeks, 3-month, and 6-month follow-up: | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Public ContactDr Vinu W
Pondicherry University
Outcome results
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