Triathlon heart strain: study probes hidden risks of Ultra-Endurance racing
NCT ID NCT03972865
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at 72 healthy male triathletes aged 20-54 who competed in a long-distance triathlon. Researchers checked heart function and rhythm before, during, and after the race to see if intense exercise causes temporary heart strain or irregular beats. The goal was to better understand the heart risks of extreme endurance sports.
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Arnaud de Villeneuve, CHU
Montpellier, Hérault, 34090, France
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