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Effect of Mindfulness Practice on EEG and Anxiety Levels in Martial Arts Karate Athletes

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Observational analysis found no significant changes in anxiety levels in karate athletes, indicating mindfulness may influence brain activity.

Mindfulness practice led to significant changes in alpha and beta brain waves in karate athletes.
Brain wave testing showed significant differences at specific electrode sites before and after the intervention.
State anxiety levels and mindfulness scores did not show significant change, suggesting further investigation is needed.
The study highlights the potential for mindfulness programs to affect brain physiology in competitive athletes.

Pongsai et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Observational analysis found no significant changes in anxiety levels in karate athletes, indicating mindfulness may influence brain activity.