Glycaemic Effects of a 156-km Ultra-trail Race in Athletes: An Observational Field Study

ConclusionUltra-endurance athletes were exposed to hyperglycaemia during the 48-h post-race period, possibly linked to muscle damage and inflammation. Strategies to mitigate muscle damage or subsequent inflammation before or after ultra-trail races could limit recovery hyperglycaemia and hence its related adverse health consequences.Trial Registration NumberNCT05538442 2022 –09-21 retrospectively registered.Graphical abstract

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Source: Sports Medicine - March 30, 2024 Category: Sports Medicine Source Type: research