Assessing Nutritional Knowledge and Physical Health Among Football Players: A Pilot Study from Three Sports Clubs in Western Romania
Sports,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
13(1), С. 16 - 16
Опубликована: Янв. 9, 2025
Football
players
require
optimal
nutrition
and
physical
fitness
to
enhance
their
performance
maintain
health.
Understanding
the
relationships
among
nutritional
knowledge,
dietary
habits,
health,
substance
use
in
athletes
is
essential
for
developing
effective
strategies.
This
study
investigates
these
factors
male
football
aged
16-33
years.
The
involved
60
from
three
teams
Liga4Arad.
A
mixed-methods
approach
was
used,
incorporating
a
self-developed
pilot
questionnaire
internationally
validated
instruments.
reliability
of
confirmed
using
Guttman's
λ2.
assessed
eating
use,
health
parameters,
including
body
fat
percentage
training
frequency.
Spearman's
correlation
used
analyze
data
explore
interrelationships
between
factors.
It
important
note
that
this
not
previously
specific
context.
Nutritional
knowledge
positively
correlated
with
healthier
habits
(ρ
=
0.675,
p
<
0.001).
Intensive
higher
activity
levels
were
both
associated
improved
composition
lower
0.341,
0.006).
Supplement
moderately
alcohol
consumption
0.548,
0.001)
weakly
smoking
0.348,
0.007).
highlights
strong
relationship
players,
as
well
significant
role
frequent
intense
reducing
percentages
enhancing
fitness.
Additionally,
findings
suggest
moderate
association
supplement
consumption,
underscoring
need
tailored
interventions
address
its
impact
on
players'
behaviors
performance.
Язык: Английский
Effects of blood flow restriction training on cardiometabolic health and body composition in adults with overweight and obesity: a meta-analysis
Frontiers in Physiology,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
15
Опубликована: Янв. 17, 2025
This
meta-analysis
aims
to
evaluate
the
effects
of
blood
flow
restriction
(BFR)
training
on
cardiometabolic
health
and
body
composition
in
adults
with
overweight
obesity.
Following
PRISMA
guidelines,
a
systematic
search
PubMed
(MEDLINE),
EMBASE,
Web
Science,
Cochrane,
Scopus
databases
was
conducted
15
March
2024.
Pooled
for
each
outcome
were
summarized
using
Hedge's
g
(g)
through
meta-analysis-based
random
models,
subgroup
analyses
used
explore
moderators.
A
total
11
studies
242
participants
(Age:32.6
±
3.6,
BMI:27.2
3.5)
included.
Regarding
health,
BFR
significantly
reduced
systolic
pressure
(g
=
0.62
[0.08,
1.16],
p
0.02),
while
no
significant
differences
observed
maximal
oxygen
uptake
0.48
[-0.21,
1.17],
0.17)
or
diastolic
0.31
[-0.22,
0.84],
0.25).
composition,
fat
percentage
0.30
[0.01,
0.58];
0.04),
(p
>
0.05)
weight
0.14
[-0.14,
0.42]),
mass
index
0.08
0.38]),
waist
circumference
0.13
[-0.28,
0.53]),
waist-to-hip
ratio
[-0.19,
1.15]).
Subgroup
analysis
revealed
difference
improving
0.57
[-0.10,
1.24]
vs.
0.70
[-0.18,
1.59])
0.20
[-0.20,
0.61]
0.45
[-0.05,
0.95])
between
resistance
aerobic
training.
In
all
selected
studies,
overall
risk
bias
categorized
as
"some
concern".
The
certainty
evidence
outcomes
low.
shows
promise
indicating
that
it
may
serve
beneficial,
individualized
exercise
prescription
cardiovascular
disease
loss
excess
https://archive.org/details/osf-registrations-uv6jx-v1.
Язык: Английский
Efficacy of high‐intensity interval training in individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus: An umbrella review of systematic reviews and meta‐analyses
Diabetes Obesity and Metabolism,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Фев. 5, 2025
Abstract
High‐intensity
interval
training
(HIIT)
has
gained
attention
as
a
potentially
effective
alternative
to
traditional
exercise
modalities
for
individuals
with
type
2
diabetes
mellitus
(T2DM).
Previous
studies
have
evaluated
this
strategy
various
regimens,
comparator
groups
and
outcomes,
limiting
the
generalisability
of
findings.
We
performed
novel
umbrella
review
generate
an
up‐to‐date
synthesis
available
evidence
regarding
effect
HIIT
on
glycaemic
control
other
clinically
relevant
cardiometabolic
health
outcomes
in
T2DM,
compared
moderate‐intensity
continuous
(MICT)
and/or
non‐exercise
(CON).
This
followed
Preferred
Reporting
Items
Overviews
Reviews
guideline.
Seven
databases
were
searched
until
August
2024.
Systematic
reviews
meta‐analyses
comparing
MICT
CON
included.
Literature
search,
data
extraction
methodological
quality
assessment
(A
MeaSurement
Tool
Assess
systematic
[AMSTAR‐2])
conducted
independently
by
two
reviewers.
Ten
meta‐analyses,
encompassing
76
primary
2954
unique
participants,
met
inclusion
criteria.
The
indicated
that
significantly
improves
glycosylated
haemoglobin
cardiorespiratory
fitness
(weighted
mean
difference
[WMD]:
−0.83%
−0.39%
3.35–6.38
mL/kg/min)
(WMD:
−0.37%
−0.07%
1.68–4.12
T2DM.
is
also
improving
parameters,
including
fasting
blood
glucose,
insulin
HOMA‐IR.
Improvement
body
composition,
lipid
profiles
pressure
been
observed
following
HIIT.
Most
received
moderate
low
AMSTAR‐2
score.
supports
efficacious
certain
Our
findings
offer
comprehensive
basis
may
contribute
informing
physical
activity
recommendations
incorporating
into
T2DM
management
strategies.
Язык: Английский
Effects of high-intensity interval rope-skipping on cardiorespiratory fitness, body composition, and enjoyment in young adults
European Journal of Clinical Nutrition,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Фев. 24, 2025
Язык: Английский
Effect of Self-reported Physical Activity on Glycaemia and Blood Pressure in Healthy Participants from Bissau: A Cross-sectional Study
Sports Medicine - Open,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
11(1)
Опубликована: Фев. 25, 2025
Abstract
Background
Recent
data
show
a
dramatic
increase
in
non-communicable
diseases
developing
countries,
including
cardiovascular
disease,
obesity
and
diabetes.
Most
of
these
may
be
preventable
to
some
extent
treatable
by
alterations
physical
activity.
We
investigated
the
correlations
activity
levels,
according
energy
expenditure
[measured
metabolic
equivalent
minutes
per
week
(METs
x
min/week)]
with
fasting
glycaemia
blood
pressure,
body
compositions
anthropometric
variables
participants
from
Bissau,
Guinea-Bissau.
Method
The
International
Physical
Activity
Questionnaire
was
used
assess
levels
activity,
calculating
METs
min/week.
These
were
subsequently
divided
into
low,
moderate
or
high
categories
healthy
group
participants.
Fasting
glucose,
arterial
mass
index
fat
also
assessed.
Data
analyzed
using
SPSS
statistical
software.
Results
429
included
sports
health
facilities
around
country.
Of
these,
187
highly
active
(>
3000
MET
×
min/
at
least
1500
min/week)
had
mean
age
26.8
±
7.5
years.
76%
(327/429)
male
24%
female
(102/429).
4866.7
1241.2
min/week
glucose
94.0
14.1
mg/dl.
4.1%
(18/429)
diabetes
12.8%
(55/429)
hypertension.
A
significant
negative
correlation
found
between
total
(r
s
=
−
0.117,
p
0.015).
Sedentary
highest
proportion
(5.1%)
higher
rates
hypertension
(15.8%).
(10.1%)
overweight
prevalence
(23.7%).
In
addition,
they
presented
percentage
fat,
55%
them
showing
very
visceral
fat%
content.
sedentary
group,
positive
correlation,
found,
indicating
low
association,
systolic
pressure
weekly
sitting
time,
r
(175)
0.205,
0.006.
Conclusion
While
impact
on
control,
no
pressure.
However,
time
Язык: Английский
Customizing intense interval exercise training prescription using the “frequency, intensity, time, and type of exercise” (FITT) principle
Frontiers in Physiology,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
16
Опубликована: Апрель 3, 2025
Intense
interval
exercise
training
induces
various
physiological
and
metabolic
adaptations
related
to
performance
health.
For
designing
a
program,
the
F.I.T.T.
principle,
referring
frequency,
intensity,
time,
type
of
exercise,
can
be
used
manipulate
level
stress
in
body,
leading
adaptations.
Modifying
these
four
parameters
results
wide
range
protocols
that
are
safe
effective
for
different
populations
including
athletes
individuals
with
chronic
diseases.
In
this
review,
we
present
how
manipulation
components
alter
acute
cardiorespiratory,
metabolic,
perceptual,
affective
responses
intense
training.
From
evidence,
it
appears
duration
bout
recovery
critical
almost
all
responses,
enabling
periodization
training,
promoting
optimal
adherence.
addition,
considerable
may
achieved
frequencies
as
low
once
or
twice
per
week
lower
than
maximal
intensities,
adding
feasibility
mode.
Overall,
by
varying
parameters,
design
an
program
tailored
according
needs
abilities
each
individual,
optimized
prescription
achieved.
Язык: Английский
Decreased mitochondrial‐related gene expression in adipose tissue after acute sprint exercise in humans: A pilot study
Physiological Reports,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
12(20)
Опубликована: Окт. 1, 2024
Abstract
The
aim
was
to
examine
the
acute
effects
of
sprint
exercise
(SIT)
on
global
gene
expression
in
subcutaneous
adipose
tissue
(AT)
healthy
subjects,
enhance
understanding
how
SIT
influences
body
weight
regulation.
hypothesis
that
upregulates
genes
involved
mitochondrial
function
and
fat
metabolism.
A
total
15
subjects
performed
three
30‐s
all‐out
sprints
(SIT).
Samples
were
collected
from
AT,
skeletal
muscle
(SM)
blood
(brachial
artery
a
AT
vein)
up
min
after
last
sprint.
Results
showed
markers
oxidative
stress,
such
as
purines
hypoxanthine,
xanthine
uric
acid,
increased
markedly
by
both
vein.
Purines
also
SM
tissue.
Differential
analysis
indicated
decrease
signaling
for
mitochondrial‐related
pathways,
including
phosphorylation,
electron
transport,
ATP
synthesis,
heat
production
uncoupling
proteins,
well
fatty
acid
beta
oxidation.
This
downregulation
related
metabolism
suggests
an
early‐stage
inhibition
mitochondria,
potentially
protective
mechanism
against
SIT‐induced
stress.
Язык: Английский
Effect of a Modern Palaeolithic Diet in Combination with a Sprint Interval Training on Metabolic and Performance-Related Parameters in Male Athletes: A Pilot Trial
Denise Zdzieblik,
Tobias Waldvogel,
Anna Zierke
и другие.
Nutrition and Metabolic Insights,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
17
Опубликована: Янв. 1, 2024
Background:
Although
a
palaeolithic
diet
promotes
healthier
food
choices
that
aid
in
weight
management
and
reduce
cardiovascular
risks,
its
effectiveness
endurance
sports
is
still
debated
due
to
typically
low
carbohydrate
content.
Objective:
This
study
examined
the
impact
of
6-week
(PD-G)
versus
mixed
(MD-G),
both
paired
with
Sprint
interval
training
(SIT),
on
various
metabolic
performance-related
parameters.
Methods:
Body
composition,
time
trial
(TT)
performance
(covered
distance
during
60-minute
run
400-metre
track)
changes
(respiratory
exchange
ratio
[RER],
substrate
oxidation
rates)
(time
at
ventilatory
threshold
[VT]
respiratory
compensation
point
[RCP],
maximum
oxygen
uptake
(V̇O
2max
)
exhaustion
[TTE])
parameters
ramp
incremental
running
test
were
assessed
14
male
athletes.
Additionally,
Gastrointestinal
Quality
Life
index
(GLQI)
perceptual
responses
diets
[visual
analogue
scale
(VAS)]
measured.
Results:
After
6
weeks,
groups
improved
TTE
covered
TT,
without
significant
group
differences.
In
PD-G
body
weight,
fat
mass
systolic
diastolic
blood
pressure
decreased.
At
rest,
RER
significantly
decreased
PD-G,
tendency
towards
significance
exercise,
while
rates
not
statistically
rest
throughout
exercise
test;
contrast,
MD-G
exhibited
smaller
across
these
Conclusion:
this
investigation,
combination
SIT
appeared
have
positive
effects
mass,
utilization
under
resting
conditions
However,
based
current
findings
for
metrics,
cannot
be
recommended
unreservedly
healthy
Язык: Английский
The Effect Of Pylates-Based Exercıse Programs On Gırls' Quıckness And Strength
Опубликована: Дек. 11, 2024
ABSTRACT
To
investigate
the
effects
of
Pilates-based
exercise
programs
on
girls'
quickness
and
strength.
Conducted
at
a
private
Pilates
studio
in
Kırıkkale,
research
involved
50
female
students
aged
9-10
years,
with
25
experimental
group
control
group.
A
10-week
training
program
included
sessions
twice
week,
focusing
basic
movements,
balance,
strength
development.
Quickness
levels
were
assessed
beginning
end
study
using
specific
tests.
was
measured
through
short-distance
running
reaction
tests,
while
by
number
repetitions
various
exercises
resistance
The
findings
indicated
that
positively
impacted
girls.
Specifically,
movements
particularly
effective
enhancing
muscle
developing
quickness.
These
results
suggest
can
effectively
contribute
to
physical
development
children.
It
is
recommended
educators
coaches
implement
for
children,
considering
benefits
such
exercises.
Язык: Английский