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How much does sleep deprivation impair endurance performance? A systematic review and meta-analysis
Thiago Ribeiro Lopes1,2, Hugo Maxwell Pereira3, Lia Rita Azeredo Bittencourt4
1Laboratory of Exercise Physiology at Olympic Center of Training and Research, Department of Physiology, Federal University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil.
European Journal of Sport Science
|December 6, 2022
Summary
Sleep deprivation moderately impairs endurance performance. Longer exercises (>30 min) are more affected than shorter ones, impacting athletes
Area of Science:
- Exercise Physiology
- Sleep Science
- Sports Medicine
Background:
- Sleep deprivation is common among athletes and can affect physical performance.
- Understanding its impact on endurance is crucial for training and competition strategies.
Conclusions:
- Sleep deprivation exerts a moderate, detrimental effect on endurance performance.
- The duration of exercise is a key factor influencing performance decrement under sleep loss.
- Findings are valuable for athletes and coaches to manage training and competition under sleep-deprived conditions.
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