Body Composition, Growth, and Maturation of Triathletes

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF ALICANTE · Jul 30, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial, titled "Body Composition, Growth, and Maturation of Triathletes," is studying how a healthy lifestyle, particularly a Mediterranean diet and regular physical activity, affects the body composition of young triathletes. Specifically, the researchers want to find out whether the amount of muscle and fat in these athletes is more influenced by their growth and development or by how active they are and what they eat. The study has been ongoing for three years, where participants' body composition, diet habits, and activity levels have been closely monitored.

To participate, young athletes aged between 18 and 26 years are eligible if their parents agree to the study. However, those who miss body composition assessments or attend less than 80% of their training sessions cannot join. Participants can expect to contribute to important research that may help improve training and nutrition guidelines for young athletes. Overall, this study aims to deepen our understanding of how lifestyle choices impact the health and development of youth involved in triathlons.

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Acceptation of informed consent by parents
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • No attendance to body composition evaluation
• • Reporting less than 80% of assistance to physical activity sessions reported by trainer