Temporal Dynamics of Biochemical and Psychological Markers of Fatigue and Recovery in Mixed Martial Arts Athletes Undergoing Strength and Conditioning Training
试验速览
- 阶段
- 不适用
- 状态
- 已完成
- 发起方
- 入组人数
- 20
- 主要终点
- Changes from baseline in cortisol level.
研究概览
简要总结
This observational study aims to understand how strength and conditioning training impacts biochemical and psychological markers of fatigue and recovery in mixed martial arts (MMA) athletes. The main questions it aims to answer are:
How does a high-intensity training program affect key biochemical markers, such as cortisol, inflammation, and muscle damage indicators? How does this training influence psychological factors, such as stress, mood, and recovery states? Researchers will compare measurements taken at four time points during the study to see if the training program leads to changes in these markers and whether it effectively balances stress and recovery.
Participants will:
Undergo a structured strength and conditioning program for three weeks. Provide blood samples for biochemical analysis at four different times. Complete psychological questionnaires assessing mood, stress, and recovery states.
The findings aim to help optimize training programs and improve athlete well-being while minimizing the risk of overtraining.
详细描述
This study investigates the physiological and psychological responses of mixed martial arts (MMA) athletes to a structured high-intensity strength and conditioning training program. The primary focus is on monitoring temporal changes in key biochemical markers (e.g., cortisol, catecholamines, inflammatory cytokines) and psychological factors (e.g., mood profiles, stress, recovery states) to understand the balance between training-induced fatigue and recovery.
The study is conducted over three weeks, during which athletes follow a standardized training regimen comprising strength, endurance, and technical drills. Training intensity and volume are carefully managed, with no changes introduced during the observation period to ensure consistent data collection. Baseline measurements are taken 48 hours after a rest period to eliminate the effects of prior workouts.
Key Features:
Biochemical Analysis:
Blood samples are collected at four time points (pre-study, and after each training week) under standardized conditions, including morning fasting to minimize variability due to circadian rhythms.
研究设计
- 研究类型
- Observational
- 观察模型
- Cohort
- 时间视角
- Retrospective
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 20 Years 至 25 Years（Adult）
- 性别
- Male
- 接受健康志愿者
- 是
入选标准
- •Minimum of 5 years of training experience in mixed martial arts (MMA).
- •Training at least three times per week.
- •At least two years of competitive fighting experience.
- •Not using anabolic steroids, nutritional supplements, or medications that could influence study results.
- •Maintaining a balanced diet throughout the study.
- •Non-smoker.
排除标准
- •Presence of any injury or clinical condition preventing participation in the study.
- •Use of anti-inflammatory drugs.
- •Undergoing a weight-cutting period during the study.
结局指标
主要结局
Changes from baseline in cortisol level.
时间窗: At rest (before training), after the first week of training, and after the second and third weeks of training
Marker of stress level.
Changes from baseline in epinephrine level.
时间窗: At rest (before training), after the first week of training, and after the second and third weeks of training
Marker of sympathetic nervous system activity
Changes from baseline in norepinephrine level.
时间窗: At rest (before training), after the first week of training, and after the second and third weeks of training
Marker of sympathetic nervous system activity, indicating stress response.
Changes from baseline in testosterone level.
时间窗: At rest (before training), after the first week of training, and after the second and third weeks of training
Marker of the anabolic processes level.
Changes from baseline in hs CRP level.
时间窗: At rest (before training), after the first week of training, and after the second and third weeks of training
Marker inflammatory response.
Changes from baseline in creatine kinase level.
时间窗: At rest (before training), after the first week of training, and after the second and third weeks of training
Marker muscle damage.
Changes from baseline in total protein level.
时间窗: At rest (before training), after the first week of training, and after the second and third weeks of training
Marker of protein catabolism, and recovery processes.
Changes from baseline in urea level.
时间窗: At rest (before training), after the first week of training, and after the second and third weeks of training
Marker of balance between protein breakdown and recovery.
Changes from baseline in uric acid level.
时间窗: At rest (before training), after the first week of training, and after the second and third weeks of training
Marker of oxidative stress and, purine metabolism.
Mood Profile of Athletes Before Exercise Test Using POMS Questionnaire.
时间窗: At rest (before training), after the first week of training, and after the second and third weeks of training
The Profile of Mood States (POMS) questionnaire measures mood states and emotional well-being.
次要结局
未报告次要终点
研究者
Joanna Ostapiuk-Karolczuk
Principal Investigator
Poznan University of Physical Education