The aim of this observational cross-sectional study is to compare the physical fitness characteristics of professional and amateur e-sports players and to determine whether differences exist between the two groups in terms of physical fitness parameters.
Who can participate
Age range18 Years – 30 Years
SexALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Adults aged 18 to 30 years
* Able to read and understand Turkish
* Professional e-sports players:
* ≥25 hours per week of structured gaming
* Affiliated with a competitive team or organization
* Participates in official tournaments at least once per month
* Receives income or sponsorship related to gaming
Amateur e-sports players:
* ≤15 hours per week of recreational gaming
* Not affiliated with a professional team or league
* Does not receive income or sponsorship from gaming
* Voluntary agreement to participate and provide informed consent
Exclusion Criteria:
* History of respiratory, cardiovascular, or neurological disorders
* History of surgery within the last 6 months
* Current use of medication that may affect physical performance
* Currently undergoing physical therapy or rehabilitation
* Any musculoskeletal injury that may impair performance during physical fitness testing.