Category: Science Humpday
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Exercise and Cardiovascular Mortality: The Link Explored
In generally healthy individuals, cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) is inversely proportional to mortality, meaning that higher fitness levels correspond to lower mortality rates. However, there is limited evidence regarding the association between CRF and cardiovascular mortality in patients with existing cardiovascular diseases. The Study and Findings A study published in the Journal of Sport and Health…
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Preparing for Competitions in Hot Weather
According to a study published in the journal Sports Medicine, the minimum duration of heat acclimation is critical for athletes to adapt to high temperatures and improve performance. The study suggested that athletes should undergo five consecutive days of training sessions lasting 60-90 minutes at competition temperature to achieve optimal results. This approach involves gradually…
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Shoe Drop and Its Effect on Running Biomechanics
There’s this idea floating around the running world that shoe drop – the height difference in the sole from the heel to the toe, also known as Heel-Toe Drop (HTD) – might play a role in how we run. But here’s the thing, man: running shoes come with a whole entourage of over 20 different…
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Swim deaths on Ironman Triathlons
History and Risks of Marathons and Triathlons Marathons and triathlons have steadily garnered attention since their inception in the 1980s. Despite the general fitness and health of their participants, sudden death is a reality for 0.5-1.7 athletes per 100,000 participants, as reported by previous studies. Most fatalities in triathlons occur during the swimming phase, often…
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Pushing the Limits: A Cheeky Guide to Functional Overload
The Nitty-Gritty of Functional Overload Training and recovery, that unending dance. It’s like a waltz, but instead of music, there’s sweat and a wee bit of grunting. That’s where functional overload comes in, our tango partner in the endurance training game. Essentially, functional overload is a momentary dip in performance due to a boost in…
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The Impact of Surface on Running Performance
External loads, such as peak tibial acceleration (PTA, reflecting the peak load on the tibia), peak vertical forces during surface contact (GRF), and vertical loading rate (IVLR), can contribute to the development of running injuries, although the evidence regarding the impact of these parameters contradicts each other. These variables are influenced by footwear, running speed,…
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Soy vs. Whey: Which Protein Powder is Right for You?
Essential amino acids (EAAs) contribute to the regulation of muscle synthesis. Whey protein, which contains a higher amount of these essential amino acids, can have a significant impact on muscle synthesis. However, currently, there is insufficient data on the effects of soy and whey protein supplements on body composition. The authors of a study published…
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Sleep and effect on triathlon performance
It is not a big secret that sleep is the key to unlocking your best performance in triathlon. Seriously, runners don’t get faster during interval training. Triathletes don’t get stronger while doing hill repeats on your bike. Swimmers don’t improve endurance-wise during 30×100 repeats. It happens when you sleep. Stress, recovery, adaptation, repeat. It is…
