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D R Woods1, D Brull, H E Montgomery

  • 1Department Cardiovascular Genetics, University College London, 3rd floor, Rayne Institute, 5, University Street, London WC1E 6JJ. rmhadwo@ucl.ac.uk

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|March 10, 2001
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The angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) I allele variant is linked to enhanced endurance performance, likely through local muscle mechanisms rather than central cardiorespiratory effects in athletes.

Area of Science:

  • Genetics
  • Sports Science
  • Physiology

Background:

  • The angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) gene possesses a common polymorphism known as the insertion (I) allele, characterized by a 287 base pair DNA fragment.
  • This ACE I allele is associated with reduced serum and tissue ACE levels.
  • The ACE I allele has been linked to diverse physiological and pathological conditions, including diabetic renal disease and coronary heart disease.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the evidence supporting or refuting the association between the ACE I allele and endurance performance in elite athletes.
  • To explore potential underlying mechanisms for any observed association.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies investigating the ACE I allele and endurance performance.
  • Analysis of conflicting reports regarding the ACE I allele's impact on athletic performance.

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Main Results:

  • Conflicting reports exist regarding the association between the ACE I allele and endurance performance.
  • Evidence suggests a potential link between the ACE I allele and enhanced endurance.

Conclusions:

  • An association between the ACE I allele and endurance performance appears likely.
  • The mechanism is probably related to local muscle effects rather than central cardiorespiratory adaptations.