Impact of Body Composition Parameters on Lung Function in Athletes.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Given the potential risk of unhealthy weight management, the monitoring of body composition in athletes is advised. However, limited data reveal how body composition measurements can benefit athlete health and, in particular, respiratory function. The aim of this study is to evaluate the impact of body composition on pulmonary function in a population of adult athletes.

Methods

Data from 435 competitive adult athletes regarding body compositions parameters and spirometry are retrospectively analyzed.

Results

Our study population consists of 335 males and 100 female athletes. Muscle mass and fat-free mass are significantly and positively associated with forced expiratory volume in the first second (FEV1) and forced vital capacity (FVC) in the male and female

SUBMITTER: Komici K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9500777 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature