Basketball HIIT study explores blood marker for training adaptation
NCT ID NCT07377851
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at whether an enzyme called carbonic anhydrase II in red blood cells can be used as a marker to track how the body adapts to basketball-specific high-intensity interval training. Twenty-four healthy basketball players completed a structured training program, and researchers measured changes in their blood and performance. The goal is to find a simple way to monitor training responses in athletes.
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Active substance
Basketball-specific high-intensity interval training (a structured exercise program)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a simple blood test to monitor how well athletes adapt to high-intensity training, helping coaches tailor workouts.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early study with only 24 healthy basketball players. The findings may not apply to other athletes or people with health conditions, and the marker may not prove reliable in larger, more diverse groups.
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Karamanoğlu Mehmetbey University, Faculty of Sport Sciences
Karaman, Karaman, 70200, Turkey (Türkiye)