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.

What this could mean

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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)