Skiers' bodies show unique stress response – what it means for performance
NCT ID NCT07181889
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at blood markers of oxidative stress and antioxidant defenses in 17 elite female cross-country skiers compared to 17 sedentary women. Researchers measured enzymes and molecules that help the body handle exercise-related stress. The goal was to learn how intense training in cold conditions affects these systems in young female athletes.
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Study facts
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- Participants
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34 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Nov 2021
- Finished
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Feb 2022
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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Who is studied
This study included 34 healthy female participants: 17 elite cross-country skiers and 17 sedentary controls matched for age and BMI. All participants were aged 15-20 years and met strict inclusion and exclusion criteria to ensure a homogeneous sample.
- Ages
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15 to 20 years
- Sex
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Female participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Female participants aged 15-20 years * Members of the Turkish junior or senior national cross-country skiing team (for athlete group) * Sedentary lifestyle, no regular exercise training within the past 6 months (for control group) * Body mass index within normal range (18.5-24.9 kg/m²) * No use of antioxidant or vitamin supplementation within the past 3 months * Non-smoker and no alcohol consumption * Voluntary participation with signed informed consent (and parental consent if under 18 years) Exclusion Criteria: * Presence of chronic metabolic, cardiovascular, or inflammatory diseases * Current medication use affecting oxidative stress or metabolism * Acute infection or illness within 2 weeks prior to data collection * Recent musculoskeletal injury or inability to comply with testing procedures * Failure to complete overnight fasting or rest requirements before blood sampling
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Muş Alparslan University, Faculty of Sports Sciences
Muş, Muş, 49250, Turkey (Türkiye)
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