Thirsty on the pitch: dehydration dulls young Footballers' edge

NCT ID NCT07320313

First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated Apr 30, 2026 · Updated 17 times

Summary

This study looked at how being dehydrated affects attention, movement, and football skills in 75 teenage male players aged 13-14. Researchers compared their performance when well-hydrated versus after controlled dehydration using urine tests and body weight changes. The goal was to understand how fluid balance impacts both physical and mental performance in young athletes.

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Locations

  • Faculty of Sports Sciences

    Uşak, Uşak, 64200, Turkey (Türkiye)

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