ECSS Paris 2023: CP-MH17
INTRODUCTION: Support staff in elite sports face similar stressors as athletes, yet their health behaviours remain under-researched. Studies suggest their well-being impacts team success (1). Understanding whether they meet the health recommendations they advocate for players is crucial. This study examines the association between adherence to 24-hour movement (24HM) guidelines and diet quality (DQ) among football sports staff, a group affected by irregular schedules and high-pressure environments. METHODS: 120 male (n = 73) and female (n = 47) members of staff in England (n = 65) and Spain (n = 55) in competitive-elite football enrolled by invitation (age: 33.1 ± 9.3 years, height: 174.2 ± 9.1 cm, mass: 75.1 ± 14.9 kg). 24HM adherence is established by the Canadian 24-hour Movement Guidelines (2). Partial adherence is set at >150min of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) per week, >3h of light physical activity (LPA), <8h of sedentary behaviour (SB) per day and >7h of sleep per night. Total adherence includes the above criteria plus 2 sessions of resistance training per week (RT), movement if sedentary for >1h (SM), consistent bed and wake-up time (BWT) and <3h of screen time (ST) per day. The validated Mini-EAT dietary screener was used to evaluate DQ (3) and calculates a summary score. Bootstrap resampling with logistic regression was used to estimate confidence intervals for the odds ratio of the effect of DQ on 24HM adherence, with Spearman correlation to assess the relationship between 24HM adherence and DQ. ANOVA and Tukey’s HSD were used to examine the influence of descriptive factors on 24HM adherence. The trial is open between January 15th to March 15th and a minimum of 229 participants will be enrolled upon closing. RESULTS: Preliminary results show 37.5% of participants meet partial adherence to 24HM, with 10% of participants achieving total adherence. Improved DQ is positively associated with a 10.3% increase in the odds of meeting total 24HM adherence criteria (OR = 1.103, 95% CI: 1.003–1.264) and a 4.1% increase in partial adherence of 24HM, but with non-significant 95% CI (0.986–1.094). Higher DQ is significantly associated with adherence to guidelines for MVPA (OR = 1.1 [1.043, 1.162], p = 0.0002), RT (OR = 1.15 [1.083–1.231], p = 0.0001) and SM (OR 1.065 [1.008–1.137], p = 0.03). Job type was significantly associated with total adherence to 24HM (p = 0.005), with notable differences between Performance Nutritionists and both Head Coaches (p = 0.03) and Goalkeeping Coaches (p = 0.02). CONCLUSION: Total adherence to 24-hour movement guidelines is associated with better diet quality in multi-disciplinary football staff, notably when staff follow the guidelines for MVPA, RT and SM. Clinical Trials ID: NCT06771752 Ethics Approval: 2024-12-02 CER-FCSB 1. Leprince et al., Sports Medicine, 2024 2. Ross et al., Applied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism, 2020 3. Lara‐Breitinger et al., Journal of the American Heart Association, 2023
Read CV Olivia CoopeECSS Paris 2023: CP-MH17
INTRODUCTION: Despite the widely recognized benefits of physical activity on health and well-being, studies highlight a significant decline in exercise participation and an increase in sedentary behaviors during university years. However, differences in physical fitness among students from different academic programs remain largely unexplored. METHODS: Forty-five university students (age, 22.62 ± 2.82; 26 Female) were enrolled and divided into three groups of 15, based on their degree program: Motor Science (MS), which includes courses based on the practice of physical activity, Psychiatric Rehabilitation Therapy (TERP) and Physiotherapy (PT), which do not have any. Assessments were done in May 2024 at the University of Pavia with two standardized test batteries: the Alpha-Fit Test Battery and the Health Assessment Battery. These tools enabled the evaluation of the follow functional capacities: aerobic fitness, 6-Minute Walking Test (6MWT), 2 km Walking Test (2KMWT); muscular strength, 30-Second Push-Up Test, Modified Push-Up Test, 30-Second Sit-Up Test, Dynamic Sit-Up Test; muscular power, standing Broad Jump (SBJ), Jump and Reach; flexibility, Sit and Reach Test, Shoulder-Neck Flexibility Test; balance, One-Leg Stand Test. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS software. One-way ANOVA or the Kruskal-Wallis test were applied, depending on data distribution. A statistical significance threshold of p < 0.05 was set. Post hoc comparisons were conducted to identify significant differences between groups. RESULTS: Compared to PT and TERP, MS showed superior performance in aerobic fitness (2KMWT, p 0,011), muscular strength (30-second sit-up, p < 0.001; 30-second push-up, p 0.012; modified push-up, p < 0.001; dynamic sit-up, p 0.043) and power (SBJ, p 0.002; jump and reach, p < 0,001). Balance was significantly better in MS compared to PT (p = 0.004); whereas no significant differences emerged between MS and TERP. Flexibility results showed no significant differences among groups. The comparison between TERP and PT showed no significant differences in any of the outcomes. CONCLUSION: This study underscores the impact of academic pathway on physical fitness of the university students. Despite the small sample, the observed differences suggest that curricular physical activity levels may play a crucial role in shaping physical fitness. Future research should explore the long-term implications of these findings and investigate targeted interventions to improve the physical fitness of university students regardless of their academic background.
Read CV Pamela PatanèECSS Paris 2023: CP-MH17
INTRODUCTION: Muscular Power, defined as the product of force and velocity, is a key element in mental and physical well-being, as it is closely related to the efficiency of the human body. With advancing age, power output tends to decline, necessitating the use of exercise programs. However, few studies exist in the literature on power development in the non-athlete population. There is a lack of research examining the influence of opinion and perception, as well as knowledge, on the effectiveness of physical exercise protocols for power development for health and well-being. In addition, there are no apparent studies that relate power development to perception, opinion, and awareness of the benefits obtained. the objective of the study is to evaluate the effectiveness of the physical exercise protocol for power development for general population in relation to participants perceptions and opinions. In addition, it aims to identify the connection between power development with the usefulness of such an physical exercise protocol to provide awareness about the benefits of power development. METHODS: Fourteen participants (12 males, 2 females, ages 16-45 years) with no experience in power training were involved. The protocol included specific exercises three times a week for 12 weeks. The Counter Movement Jump test (CMJ) and a fatigue perception and awareness questionnaire were administered at the beginning, after 6 weeks, and at the end of the course. Statistical analysis was conducted by ANOVA for repeated measures and Friedmans test. RESULTS: ANOVA showed significant differences between Pre, In-Itinerary and Post measurements for both CMJ height and power output. ANOVA for repeated measures found significant change in CMJ jump height (p=0.013) and power output (p=0.034), suggesting progressive improvement over time. Direct comparison between Pre and Post by t-test for dependent samples confirmed a significant increase in both variables. CMJ height increased significantly (p<0.0001), as did power output (p<0.0001). In addition, Friedmans test showed significant changes in perceived physical ability (p<0.0001), reduction in perceived fatigue (p<0.0001), and awareness of the benefits of power (p<0.0001). CONCLUSION: The exercise protocol proved effective not only in increasing muscle power, but also in improving subjective perception of ones abilities and awareness of the benefits of developing muscle power. These results highlight the value of power training as a tool for improving mental and physical well-being in the general population.
Read CV Giuseppe Di LascioECSS Paris 2023: CP-MH17