Tag: study
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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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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,…
