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Triathlete characterization and response to prolonged strenuous competition.

R G Holly, R J Barnard, M Rosenthal

    Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
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    Elite triathletes exhibit superior physiological characteristics and increased training volume. Intense competition significantly impacts liver enzymes and metabolic markers, with some returning to normal while others remain altered post-event.

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    Area of Science:

    • Sports Science
    • Exercise Physiology
    • Biochemistry

    Background:

    • Triathletes undergo extreme physiological stress during endurance events.
    • Understanding the physiological profile and metabolic responses of elite athletes is crucial for performance optimization and recovery strategies.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To characterize the physiological attributes of elite triathletes.
    • To assess the acute and short-term metabolic and enzymatic responses to prolonged, strenuous triathlon competition.

    Main Methods:

    • Physiological testing including V0(2)max and body fat percentage measurement.
    • Training volume and dietary intake assessment in the pre-competition phase.
    • Biochemical analysis of blood markers (liver enzymes, glucose, lipids, fatty acids) immediately post-competition and 5-6 days later.

    Main Results:

    • Top-performing male triathletes demonstrated higher V0(2)max and lower body fat percentage compared to other participants.
    • Pre-competition training volume was significantly higher in top performers.
    • Competition caused substantial increases in liver enzymes (SGOT, SGPT, LDH) and metabolic substrates (glucose, glycerol, nonesterified fatty acids), with some markers showing persistent alterations post-event.

    Conclusions:

    • Elite triathletes possess distinct physiological profiles optimized for endurance performance.
    • Prolonged triathlon competition induces significant, albeit temporary, physiological and metabolic disturbances.
    • Recovery monitoring is essential, as certain biochemical markers remain altered days after the event.