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BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation
Published in: BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation 1/2024

Open Access 01-12-2024 | Research

The impact of strategic napping on peak expiratory flow and respiratory function in young elite athletes

Authors: Ahmet Kurtoğlu, Özgür Eken, Engin Aydın, Bekir Çar, Hadi Nobari

Published in: BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation | Issue 1/2024

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Abstract

Respiratory health is a critical determinant of athletic performance, and the utilization of restorative strategies, such as strategic napping, may offer a competitive edge to athletes. This study investigates the effects of nap duration on the respiratory function of young elite athletes who have achieved top rankings national competitions. Participants engage in three test sessions with varying nap durations: no nap (N0), a 25-minute nap (N25), and a 45-minute nap (N45), with a minimum 72-hour interval between sessions. Respiratory parameters including Forced Vital Capacity (FVC), Forced Expiratory Volume in one second (FEV1), FEV1/FVC ratio, Peak Expiratory Flow rate (PEF), Forced Expiratory Flow at 25–75% of FVC (FEF25-75%), and Forced Expiratory Time (FET) are assessed. Results reveal a significant enhancement in PEF values following a 45-minute nap (N45) compared to the no-nap control (N0) [F1 − 11=7.356, p =.004, ηp2 = 0.401, (95% CI for difference: -1.56 to − 0.056)], indicating a potential positive influence of napping on maximum expiratory flow rate and, consequently, athletes’ respiratory performance. While no significant changes are observed in other respiratory parameters across different nap durations, these findings underscore the potential benefits of strategic napping in optimizing respiratory health in young elite athletes.
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Metadata
Title
The impact of strategic napping on peak expiratory flow and respiratory function in young elite athletes
Authors
Ahmet Kurtoğlu
Özgür Eken
Engin Aydın
Bekir Çar
Hadi Nobari
Publication date
01-12-2024
Publisher
BioMed Central
Published in
BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation / Issue 1/2024
Electronic ISSN: 2052-1847
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/s13102-024-00842-4

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