Scientists track marathon runners for a decade to see how extreme exercise affects the heart
NCT ID NCT04166903
Summary
This study followed 277 male marathon runners for 10 years to see how repeated extreme endurance exercise affects the heart and blood vessels. Researchers performed heart scans, blood tests, and fitness exams to look for long-term changes. The goal was to understand if this type of intense, repetitive exercise leads to lasting heart adaptations or potential health risks.
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Department of Prevention, Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine, Munich, Germany
Munich, Bavaria, 80992, Germany
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