This observational study aims to understand how strength and conditioning training impacts biochemical and psychological markers of fatigue and recovery in mixed martial arts (MMA) athletes. The main questions it aims to answer are: How does a high-intensity training program affect key biochemical markers, such as cortisol, inflammation, and muscle damage indicators? How does this training influence psychological factors, such as stress, mood, and recovery states? Researchers will compare measurements taken at four time points during the study to see if the training program leads to changes in these markers and whether it effectively balances stress and recovery. Participants will: Undergo a structured strength and conditioning program for three weeks. Provide blood samples for biochemical analysis at four different times. Complete psychological questionnaires assessing mood, stress, and recovery states. The findings aim to help optimize training programs and improve athlete well-being while minimizing the risk of overtraining.
Age range
20 Years – 25 Years
Sex
MALE
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Changes from baseline in cortisol level.
Timeframe: At rest (before training), after the first week of training, and after the second and third weeks of training
Changes from baseline in epinephrine level.
Timeframe: At rest (before training), after the first week of training, and after the second and third weeks of training
Changes from baseline in norepinephrine level.
Timeframe: At rest (before training), after the first week of training, and after the second and third weeks of training
Changes from baseline in testosterone level.
Timeframe: At rest (before training), after the first week of training, and after the second and third weeks of training
Changes from baseline in hs CRP level.
Timeframe: At rest (before training), after the first week of training, and after the second and third weeks of training
Changes from baseline in creatine kinase level.
Timeframe: At rest (before training), after the first week of training, and after the second and third weeks of training
Changes from baseline in total protein level.
Timeframe: At rest (before training), after the first week of training, and after the second and third weeks of training
Changes from baseline in urea level.
Timeframe: At rest (before training), after the first week of training, and after the second and third weeks of training
Changes from baseline in uric acid level.
Timeframe: At rest (before training), after the first week of training, and after the second and third weeks of training
Mood Profile of Athletes Before Exercise Test Using POMS Questionnaire.
Timeframe: At rest (before training), after the first week of training, and after the second and third weeks of training