Influence of Female Sex Hormones on Ultra-Running Performance and Post-Race Recovery
Role of Testosterone
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 15513312 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Eladio Collado‐boira (0000-0001-8062-4152, Universitat Jaume I, corresponding author), Pablo Baliño (0000-0002-6271-3466, Universitat Jaume I, corresponding author), Ana Boldó-Roda (Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital of La Plana, 12540 Vila-Real, Spain), Ignacio Martínez‐Navarro (0000-0002-2942-1293, Universitat de València), Bárbara Hernando (0000-0003-4019-2732, Universitat Jaume I), Paula Recacha-Ponce (0000-0003-2092-8212, Universitat Jaume I), Carlos Hernando Domingo (0000-0001-7182-4785, Universitat Jaume I), María Muriach (0000-0002-6525-0073, Universitat Jaume I) |
| Year | 2021 |
| Volume | 18 |
| Issue | 19 |
| Pages | 10403-10403 |
| Publication date | 2021-10-02 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 1661-7827 • E-ISSN: 1660-4601 |
| Publisher | Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (PUBLISHER • CH) |
| DOI | 10.3390/ijerph181910403 |
| PMID | 34639701 |
| OpenAlex | W3202360869 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 2 |
| References cited | 39 |
In recent years, increasing numbers of women have participated in extremely long races. In adult males, there is a clear association between physiological levels of endogenous sex hormones and physical performance. However, the influence of plasmatic sex hormones and the effects of different types of hormonal contraception (HC) on the modulation of physical performance in adult females remain to be fully clarified. Eighteen female ultra-endurance athletes were recruited to participate in the study. Different variables were studied, including hematological parameters, body mass index, and body composition. Strength measurements were obtained using the squat-jump and hand-grip test. A repeated-measures analysis demonstrated significant differences in hematological values of CK and LDH pre-race as compared to immediately post-race and after 24/48 h. Furthermore, statistical differences were found in squat-jump and hand-grip test results after the ultramarathon. Testosterone, estradiol, and the testosterone/estrogen ratio were significantly correlated with muscle fatigue and were found to be indirect markers of muscle damage. A multivariate analysis demonstrated the protective role of testosterone against muscle damage and severe fatigue. Fluctuations in endogenous testosterone levels were correlated with greater fatigability and muscle damage after the competition. Adjusting the menstrual cycle with HC would not provide any further benefit to the athlete's competitive capacity
Androgen · Athletes · Estrogen · Grip strength · Hormone · Jump · Luteinizing hormone · Menstrual cycle · Physical therapy · Sex hormone-binding globulin · Testosterone (patch · Vertical jump · Hormonal and reproductive studies · Medicine · Muscle metabolism and nutrition · Sports Performance and Training · Endocrinology · Internal Medicine · Physiology
| Unique citing works | 2 |
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| Citations per year | 0,5 |
| Citation span | 2022 - 2026 (5) |
| Citation velocity | current |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 2 |