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Vasileios T Stavrou1, George D Vavougios2, Eleni Karetsi1
1Laboratory of Cardio-Pulmonary Testing and Pulmonary Rehabilitation, Respiratory Medicine Department, Faculty of Medicine, University of Thessaly, Larissa, GRC.
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Summary
Finswimmers demonstrated superior respiratory function compared to swimmers, showing higher values in key pulmonary parameters. This suggests distinct muscle group activation patterns between the two aquatic sports.
Area of Science:
- Sports Science
- Physiology
- Pulmonary Function
Background:
- Investigating the impact of training on respiratory parameters in adolescent athletes.
- Comparing static and dynamic respiratory measures in swimmers and finswimmers.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the effects of training on respiratory parameters in adolescent female swimmers and finswimmers.
- To analyze differences in pulmonary function between swimmers and finswimmers.
Main Methods:
- Recruited 46 adolescent female swimmers and finswimmers.
- Conducted standard spirometry and lung volume measurements.
- Collected anthropometrical and morphological data.
Main Results:
- Finswimmers exhibited significantly higher inspiratory capacity (IC), expiratory reserve volume (ERV), and peak expiratory flow (PEF) compared to swimmers.
- Specific percentage differences were noted for IC (125.5% vs 116.5%), ERV (130.6% vs 121.8%), and PEF (116.3% vs 111.6%).
- Statistical significance (p<0.05) was found for all compared parameters.
Conclusions:
- Observed differences in pulmonary function likely stem from the activation of distinct muscle groups.
- Training in finswimming may lead to greater development of respiratory muscle strength and capacity compared to traditional swimming.
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