Study reveals hidden health risks in teen biathletes

NCT ID NCT06487260

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Ostfold University College Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study looked at mental health and energy deficiency symptoms in 28 young biathletes aged 16-18 from Norway. Researchers checked for eating disorders, depression, and low energy availability using interviews, questionnaires, and body scans. The goal is to understand how common these issues are and when they start, so coaches and doctors can better protect young athletes.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If successful, this study could help identify when and how mental health and energy problems start in young biathletes, leading to better support and guidelines.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed observational study with only 28 participants from one country, so findings may not apply to all athletes or sports.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Feeding and Eating Disorders Psychological Well-Being

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

MENTAL HEALTH ISSUE PHYSICAL HEALTH

Contacts and locations

Locations

Inland Norway University of Applied Sciences

Lillehammer, Inland, 2418, Norway
Norwegian School of Sport Sciences

Oslo, 0806, Norway

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