Normobaric Hypoxia as a Strength Training Intensity Amplifier in Ice Hockey Players: Effects on Anaerobic Performance and Muscle Contraction Properties

Launched by THE JERZY KUKUCZKA ACADEMY OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION IN KATOWICE · Apr 8, 2025

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Study Overview This study will investigate the physiological adaptations elicited by a structured resistance training program conducted under normobaric hypoxic conditions (simulated altitude of approximately 3500 meters) in comparison to normoxic training in elite ice hockey athletes. Specifically, the research will evaluate whether resistance training under hypoxic conditions can enhance anaerobic power output, accelerate lactate clearance kinetics, and positively influence muscle contractile properties. Furthermore, the study will examine the potential for hypoxic conditions to maintain ...

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MALE

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Male professional-level ice hockey athletes (Napród Janów HC).
• • Age range: 18-30 years.
• • Minimum of 3 years of consistent professional level ice hockey training experience.
• • No history of significant injury or illness within the previous 3 months.
• • Able and willing to comply with all study procedures, including adherence to --scheduled training sessions and assessments.
• • Provision of written informed consent to participate.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Current or recent (within past 3 months) musculoskeletal injuries or conditions that would limit participation in resistance training.
• • Presence of cardiovascular, metabolic, respiratory, or neuromuscular disorders that may pose risk or interfere with performance assessment or training.
• • Current participation in another structured hypoxic training protocol or simultaneous research intervention.
• • History of altitude-related illness or known adverse reactions to hypoxic exposure.
• • Use of any medications or supplements known to significantly influence muscular performance or recovery within four weeks prior to study initiation.