The impact of strategic napping on peak expiratory flow and respiratory function in young elite athletes
Abstract Respiratory health is a critical determinant of athletic performance, and the utilization of restorative strategies, such as strategic napping, may offer a competitive edge to athletes. This study investigates the effects of nap duration on the respiratory function of young elite athletes w...
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| author | Ahmet Kurtoğlu Özgür Eken Engin Aydın Bekir Çar Hadi Nobari |
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| description | Abstract Respiratory health is a critical determinant of athletic performance, and the utilization of restorative strategies, such as strategic napping, may offer a competitive edge to athletes. This study investigates the effects of nap duration on the respiratory function of young elite athletes who have achieved top rankings national competitions. Participants engage in three test sessions with varying nap durations: no nap (N0), a 25-minute nap (N25), and a 45-minute nap (N45), with a minimum 72-hour interval between sessions. Respiratory parameters including Forced Vital Capacity (FVC), Forced Expiratory Volume in one second (FEV1), FEV1/FVC ratio, Peak Expiratory Flow rate (PEF), Forced Expiratory Flow at 25–75% of FVC (FEF25-75%), and Forced Expiratory Time (FET) are assessed. Results reveal a significant enhancement in PEF values following a 45-minute nap (N45) compared to the no-nap control (N0) [F1 − 11=7.356, p =.004, ηp 2 = 0.401, (95% CI for difference: -1.56 to − 0.056)], indicating a potential positive influence of napping on maximum expiratory flow rate and, consequently, athletes’ respiratory performance. While no significant changes are observed in other respiratory parameters across different nap durations, these findings underscore the potential benefits of strategic napping in optimizing respiratory health in young elite athletes. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-ca916cc34d9847cd9094c091eb2633aa2024-03-05T19:55:22ZengBMCBMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation2052-18472024-02-0116111110.1186/s13102-024-00842-4The impact of strategic napping on peak expiratory flow and respiratory function in young elite athletesAhmet Kurtoğlu0Özgür Eken1Engin Aydın2Bekir Çar3Hadi Nobari4Department of Coaching Education, Faculty of Sport Science, Bandirma Onyedi Eylul UniversityDepartment of Physical Education and Sport Teaching, Faculty of Sports Sciences, Inonu UniversityDepartment of Pediatrics, Zeynep Kamil Maternity and Children’s Disease Training and Research Hospital, University of Health SciencesDepartment of Physical Education and Sport Teaching, Faculty of Sport Sciences, Bandirma Onyedi Eylul UniversityFaculty of Sport Sciences, University of ExtremaduraAbstract Respiratory health is a critical determinant of athletic performance, and the utilization of restorative strategies, such as strategic napping, may offer a competitive edge to athletes. This study investigates the effects of nap duration on the respiratory function of young elite athletes who have achieved top rankings national competitions. Participants engage in three test sessions with varying nap durations: no nap (N0), a 25-minute nap (N25), and a 45-minute nap (N45), with a minimum 72-hour interval between sessions. Respiratory parameters including Forced Vital Capacity (FVC), Forced Expiratory Volume in one second (FEV1), FEV1/FVC ratio, Peak Expiratory Flow rate (PEF), Forced Expiratory Flow at 25–75% of FVC (FEF25-75%), and Forced Expiratory Time (FET) are assessed. Results reveal a significant enhancement in PEF values following a 45-minute nap (N45) compared to the no-nap control (N0) [F1 − 11=7.356, p =.004, ηp 2 = 0.401, (95% CI for difference: -1.56 to − 0.056)], indicating a potential positive influence of napping on maximum expiratory flow rate and, consequently, athletes’ respiratory performance. While no significant changes are observed in other respiratory parameters across different nap durations, these findings underscore the potential benefits of strategic napping in optimizing respiratory health in young elite athletes.https://doi.org/10.1186/s13102-024-00842-4Athletic performanceStrategic nappingRespiratory functionPeak expiratory flowSleepYoung elite athletes |
| spellingShingle | Ahmet Kurtoğlu Özgür Eken Engin Aydın Bekir Çar Hadi Nobari The impact of strategic napping on peak expiratory flow and respiratory function in young elite athletes BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation Athletic performance Strategic napping Respiratory function Peak expiratory flow Sleep Young elite athletes |
| title | The impact of strategic napping on peak expiratory flow and respiratory function in young elite athletes |
| title_full | The impact of strategic napping on peak expiratory flow and respiratory function in young elite athletes |
| title_fullStr | The impact of strategic napping on peak expiratory flow and respiratory function in young elite athletes |
| title_full_unstemmed | The impact of strategic napping on peak expiratory flow and respiratory function in young elite athletes |
| title_short | The impact of strategic napping on peak expiratory flow and respiratory function in young elite athletes |
| title_sort | impact of strategic napping on peak expiratory flow and respiratory function in young elite athletes |
| topic | Athletic performance Strategic napping Respiratory function Peak expiratory flow Sleep Young elite athletes |
| url | https://doi.org/10.1186/s13102-024-00842-4 |
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