Fundamental Movement Skills Training Improves Executive Functions in Preschoolers

This randomized controlled trial investigated the effects of a 12-week structured fundamental movement skills (FMS) training program on executive functions in 34 healthy preschoolers aged 5-6 years. Participants were randomly assigned to an FMS training group (n = 17) or a regular physical activity control group (n = 17). The FMS group participated in two 35-minute sessions per week for 12 weeks, while the control group engaged in free play. Executive functions were assessed using the Go/No-Go, Mr. Ant, and Card Sorting tasks from the Early Years Toolbox at baseline and after the intervention.

NCT Number	NCT07725354
Lead Sponsor	Xi'an Physical Education University
Conditions	Healthy Preschoolers
Enrollment	34 participants
Start Date	2024-03-01
Primary Completion	2024-07-01 (estimated)
Study Completion	2024-07-01 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-07-24