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Influence of Ramadan Fasting on Anaerobic Performance and Recovery Following Short time High Intensity Exercise.
Umid Karli1, Alpay Guvenc, Alper Aslan
1School of Physical Education and Sports, Abant Izzet Baysal University , Bolu, Turkey.
Journal of Sports Science & Medicine
|October 24, 2013
Summary
Ramadan fasting does not negatively impact anaerobic power, capacity, or lactate removal in elite athletes, provided training and daily intake are maintained. This study confirms no adverse effects on performance or body composition during fasting.
Area of Science:
- Sports Science
- Exercise Physiology
- Nutritional Science
Background:
- Ramadan fasting involves daily caloric and fluid restriction, potentially affecting athletic performance.
- Elite athletes require optimal energy and hydration for high-intensity exercise.
- Understanding the impact of Ramadan on physiological markers is crucial for athletes observing this practice.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the effects of Ramadan fasting on anaerobic power and capacity.
- To assess the lactate removal rate post-high-intensity exercise during Ramadan.
- To determine the impact of Ramadan on body composition and physiological stress in power athletes.
Main Methods:
- Ten male elite power athletes (wrestlers, sprinters, thrower) were tested before, during, and after Ramadan.
- Wingate Anaerobic Test (WAnT) assessed anaerobic power and capacity.
- Blood lactate levels, heart rate, and body composition were monitored throughout the study.
Main Results:
- No significant changes were observed in body weight, BMI, fat-free mass, body fat percentage, or sleep duration.
- Total body water remained stable, though urinary density increased during Ramadan.
- Peak heart rate and blood lactate levels post-WAnT showed no significant differences across testing periods.
Conclusions:
- Ramadan fasting does not adversely affect body composition, anaerobic performance, or lactate metabolism in regularly trained power athletes.
- Maintaining consistent training, caloric intake, fluid balance, and sleep is key to mitigating potential negative effects.
- Athletes can maintain high-intensity exercise performance during Ramadan if key physiological parameters are managed.
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