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The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of a three-week yoga training program on badminton players' physical and psychological performance. A total of 30 badminton players, aged between 18 and 25 years, participated in the study. Participants were randomly assigned to either the experimental group, which received the yoga training program, or the control group, which did not receive any additional training. The yoga training program consisted of 60-minute sessions, conducted three times a week for three weeks. The sessions included various yoga postures, breathing exercises, and meditation techniques. The physical performance of the participants was measured using the Badminton-specific endurance shuttle run test (BESRT) and the badminton agility test (BAT). The psychological performance was measured using the Profile of Mood States (POMS) questionnaire. The results of the study showed a significant improvement in the physical performance of the experimental group compared to the control group, as evidenced by the BESRT and BAT scores. In conclusion, a three-week yoga training program can be an effective method of improving the physical and psychological performance of badminton players. The incorporation of yoga into the training programs of badminton players may be beneficial in enhancing their overall performance.