The need of a weight management control program in judo: a proposal based on the successful case of wrestling

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Judo competitions are divided into weight classes. However, most athletes reduce their body weight in a few days before competition in order to obtain a competitive advantage over lighter opponents. To achieve fast weight reduction, athletes use a number of aggre...

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Main Authors: Sterkowicz Stanislaw, Nicastro Humberto, Franchini Emerson, Artioli Guilherme G, Solis Marina Y, Lancha Antonio H
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2010-05-01
Series:Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition
Online Access:http://www.jissn.com/content/7/1/15