Genetics of long-distance runners and road cyclists-A systematic review with meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT: The aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to identify the genetic variants of (inter)national competing long-distance runners and road cyclists compared with controls. The Medline and Embase databases were searched until 15 November 2021. Eligible articles included genetic epidemiological studies published in English. A homogenous group of endurance athletes competing at (inter)national level and sedentary controls were included. Pooled odds ratios based on the genotype frequency with corresponding 95% confidence intervals (95%CI) were calculated using random effects models. Heterogeneity was addressed by Q-statistics, and I² . Sources of heterogeneity were examined by meta-regression and risk of bias was assessed with the Clark Baudouin scale. This systematic revi

SUBMITTER: Konopka MJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9544934 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature