Fighters' secret weight-loss tricks may wreck sleep and brain power, study warns
NCT ID NCT07118904
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Apr 29, 2026 · Updated 22 times
Summary
This study looks at how quickly losing water weight (dehydration) affects sleep quality, thinking skills, and muscle strength in combat athletes like wrestlers and boxers. Researchers will monitor 12 athletes before and after rapid weight loss using sleep trackers, strength tests, and brain quizzes. The goal is to understand the risks of common weight-cutting practices and help athletes, coaches, and sports officials make safer rules.
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Bolu Abant İzzet Baysal University, Faculty of Sport Sciences,
RECRUITINGBolu, 14030, Turkey (Türkiye)
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