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Evaluation of Mindfulness and Yoga in Basic Combat Training
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Mindfulness Based Attention Training (MBAT) and Yoga for Depressive Symptoms and 13 related conditions. Completed, enrolled 1,896 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The present study is a group randomized trial assessing the impact of mindfulness and yoga training on the health, performance, and well-being of soldiers in Basic Combat Training (BCT). Randomization occurred at the platoon level, and platoons received either a combined mindfulness and yoga regimen or training as usual.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Mindfulness-Based Attention Training (MBAT) was delivered in 4, 2-hour sessions over 4 weeks. Participants also completed 15 minutes of group mindfulness practice 6 days/week and received information on embedded practice during the duty day. Yoga was delivered 6 days/week, 30 minutes per day during warm-up (15 min) and cool-down (15 min) as part of Army physical readiness training.