Training load, sports performance, physical and mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic: A prospective cohort of Swiss elite athletes.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The COVID-19 pandemic and associated restrictions have led to abrupt changes in the lives of elite athletes.

Objectives

The objective of this prospective cohort study was to examine training load, subjective sports performance, physical and mental health among Swiss elite athletes during a 6-month follow-up period starting with the first Swiss lockdown.

Methods

Swiss elite athletes (n = 203) participated in a repeated online survey evaluating health, training, and performance related metrics. After the first assessment during the first lockdown between April and May 2020, there were monthly follow-ups over 6 months.

Results

Out of 203 athletes completing the first survey during the first lockdown, 73 athletes (36%) completed all assessments during th

SUBMITTER: Karrer Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9714901 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature