K1-format kickboxing is a widely followed combat sport that requires intense physical exercise. However, research into the body's response to this type of combat is sparse. This study aims to assess the alterations in hormone levels and brain activity in elite kickboxers following an actual K1 bout and compare these changes with those observed in a control group engaged in a simulated fight exercise with a punchbag.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Physical activity is an important factor in modelling the remodelling and metabolism of bone tissue. The aim of the study was to evaluate the changes in indices demonstrating bone turnover in men under the influence of maximum-intensity exercise.
Methods: The study involved 33 men aged 20-25, divided into two groups: experimental ( = 15) and control ( = 18).
: In high temperatures, adequate hydration is vital for sustained physical exercise. This study explores the effect of three hydration strategies on physiological indices and work intensity. : The research involved 12 healthy males who engaged in three test series, each separated by a one-week interval.
View Article and Find Full Text PDF