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    Area of Science:

    • Exercise Physiology
    • Biochemistry
    • Sports Medicine

    Background:

    • Physical exercise offers numerous health benefits but can negatively impact the body.
    • Negative effects are often linked to an imbalance between antioxidants and reactive oxygen/nitrogen species, leading to increased free radicals.
    • Oxidative stress (OS) is a key factor in understanding exercise's impact on the body.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To critically review the interrelationship between physical exercise and oxidative stress (OS).
    • To address three specific questions: OS dependence on fitness, intensive exercise effects on OS, and exercise's OS impact based on individual fitness.
    • To explain inconsistencies in previous research findings regarding exercise and OS.

    Main Methods:

    • Critical review of existing scientific literature.
    • Analysis of studies investigating the relationship between physical exercise and oxidative stress markers.
    • Examination of different criteria, methods, and assays used to define and measure OS.

    Main Results:

    • Previous studies show conflicting conclusions regarding exercise and OS.
    • Inconsistencies are attributed to differing definitions of OS, measurement methods, and assay quality.
    • The body's redox homeostasis network is highly effective, but more data is needed.

    Conclusions:

    • The relationship between physical exercise and oxidative stress is complex and influenced by factors like training level, workout duration, gender, age, and fitness.
    • Clarifying the definition and measurement of OS is crucial for consistent research outcomes.
    • Further research is required to fully understand the association between exercise, OS, and influencing factors.