Reproducibility (reliability and agreement) of ventilatory threshold and peak responses during cardiopulmonary exercise test in people with stroke.

BACKGROUND: A cardiopulmonary exercise test (CPET) is used to determine the ventilatory thresholds and to directly assess cardiorespiratory capacity. However, its reproducibility should be tested in people with stroke as sequelae imposed by the stroke may induce important variations among and within each subject, affecting the reproducibility of the physiological responses to CPET. PURPOSE: This cross-sectional repeated measures study design aims to determine the reproducibility of anaerobic threshold (AT), respiratory compensation point (RCP), and maximal cardiorespiratory capacity assessed during a CPET in people with stroke. METHODS: Twenty-eight subjects with hemiparesis after stroke aging 60 ± 13 years were submitted to two treadmill CPETs with identical protocols. DATA ANALYSIS: The reproducibility of heart rate (HR) and oxygen consumption (VO2) obtained at AT, RCP, and peak effort was evaluated by systematic error (paired t-test); reliability (ICC and 95% confidence interval); and agreement (typical error and coefficient of variation). RESULTS: There were no systematic errors for HR and VO2assessed at AT, RCP, and peak effort (p > 0,05). Reliability was high for these variables during CPET (ICCs > 0.93). Agreement was good for all variables. Typical errors for HR and VO2 assessed at AT, RCP, and peak effort were, respectively, 7, 7, and 8 bpm, and 1.51, 1.44, and 1.57 ml.kg-1.min-1. Coefficients of variation assessed at AT, RCP, and peak effort were, respectively, 5.7, 5.1, and 6.0% for HR and 8.7, 7.3, and 7.5% for VO2. CONCLUSIONS: HR and VO2 measured at AT, RCP, and peak effort during a treadmill CPET present good reproducibility in people with stroke, showing high reliability and good agreement.

Ventilatory Threshold and Risk of Pulmonary Exacerbations in Cystic Fibrosis.

BACKGROUND: Whereas pulmonary exacerbations and aerobic fitness play a key role in the prognosis of cystic fibrosis (CF), the use of ventilatory threshold data as markers of exacerbation risk has been scarcely addressed. This study sought to examine the association between aerobic fitness, assessed through ventilatory threshold variables recorded during cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET), and the risk of exacerbations in individuals with CF. METHODS: Participants of this retrospective cohort study were subjects from 6 y of age. Over a 4-y period, the following data were recorded: lung function indicators, CPET variables, time to first exacerbation and antibiotic use, along with demographic, clinical, and anthropometric data. RESULTS: The mean age of 20 subjects included was 16 ± 5.4 y. Univariate regression analysis revealed that lung function (FEV1: Cox hazard ratio [HR] 0.97, P = .03; and forced expiratory flow between 25-75% of vital capacity [FEF25-75]: Cox HR 0.98, P = .036) and aerobic fitness (oxygen consumption [V̇O2 ] at ventilatory threshold: Cox HR 0.94, P = .01; and ventilatory equivalent for carbon dioxide [V̇E/V̇CO2 ] at ventilatory threshold: Cox HR 1.13, P = .049) were associated with exacerbation risk, whereas in the multivariate model, only V̇O2 at the ventilatory threshold (%max) (Cox HR 0.92, P = .01) had a significant impact on this risk. Consistently, individuals experiencing exacerbation had significantly lower V̇O2 values (%max) at the ventilatory threshold (P = .050) and higher ventilatory equivalent for oxygen consumption (V̇E/V̇O2 ) (P = .040) and V̇E/V̇O2 (P = .037) values at the ventilatory threshold. Time to exacerbation was significantly correlated with V̇O2 at the ventilatory threshold (r = 0.50, P = .02), V̇E/V̇O2 (r = -0.48, P = .02), and V̇E/V̇CO2 (r = -0.50, P = .02). CONCLUSIONS: Our results suggest an association between CPET variables at the ventilatory threshold and exacerbations. Percentage V̇O2 at the ventilatory threshold could serve as a complementary variable to monitor exacerbations in people with CF.

Cardiorespiratory optimal point as a submaximal evaluation tool in endurance athletes: An exploratory study.

Introduction: The cardiorespiratory optimal point (COP) represents the lowest minute ventilation to oxygen consumption ratio (VE/VO2) and can be estimated during a CPET at submaximal intensity when an exercise test until volitional fatigue is not always advisable (i.e., a conflict zone where you cannot be confident of the security because near-competition, off-season, among other). COP's physiological components have not been wholly described yet. Therefore, this study seeks to identify the determinants of COP in highly trained athletes and its influence on maximum and sub-maximum variables during CPET through principal c omponent analysis (PCA) (explains the dataset's variance). Methods: Female (n = 9; age, 17.4 ± 3.1 y; maximal VO2 [VO2max]), 46.2 ± 5.9 mL/kg/min) and male (n = 24; age, 19.7 ± 4.0 y; VO2max, 56.1 ± 7.6 mL/kg/min) athletes performed a CPET to determine the COP, ventilatory threshold 1 (VT1) and 2 (VT2), and VO2max. The PCA was used to determine the relationship between variables and COP, explaining their variance. Results: Our data revealed that females and males displayed different COP values. Indeed, males showed a significant diminished COP compared to the female group (22.6 ± 2.9 vs. 27.2 ±3.4 VE/VO2, respectively); nevertheless, COP was allocated before VT1 in both groups. Discussion: PC analysis revealed that the COP variance was mainly explained (75.6%) by PC1 (expired CO2 at VO2max) and PC2 (VE at VT2), possibly influencing cardiorespiratory efficiency at VO2max and VT2. Our data suggest that COP could be used as a submaximal index to monitor and assess cardiorespiratory system efficiency in endurance athletes. The COP could be particularly useful during the offseason and competitive periods and the return to the sports continuum.

A resistência do fluxo inspiratório modifica a intensidade de uma sessão de pilates? / Does inspiratory flow resistance modify the intensity of a pilates session?

INTRODUÇÃO: As evidências sobre a melhora da capacidade funcional utilizando o Método Pilates não são contundentes. Uma possibilidade de melhorar o efeito de uma sessão de Pilates sobre a capacidade cardiorrespiratória de seus praticantes é utilizar a resistência de fluxo inspiratório (RFI) de forma concomitante. Esse efeito pode ser visualizado através da determinação do limiar glicêmico (LG), técnica utilizada como marcador de intensidade do exercício. OBJETIVO: Testar a hipótese de que a utilização de RFI em uma sessão de pilates antecipa o LG. MÉTODOS: Estudo crossover de corte transversal. Foram avaliados 26 indivíduos de ambos os sexos, sendo 10 do sexo masculino, sadios e com idade entre 20 e 40 anos. Os voluntários foram randomizados para dois protocolos: Protocolo RFI ­ 11 movimentos do Método Pilates com RFI utilizando 20% da pressão inspiratória máxima; e Protocolo sem RFI (SRFI) ­ 11 movimentos do Método Pilates sem RFI. Os dois protocolos foram realizados no mesmo dia, sendo um pela manhã e outro à tarde, conforme randomização feita por sorteio aleatório simples. No repouso e ao final de cada movimento coletas de sangue capilar foram realizadas para dosagem da glicemia e construção da curva glicêmica. O LG foi determinado no menor ponto da curva. RESULTADOS: O LG foi antecipado no protocolo que utilizou RFI, ou seja, no protocolo com RFI o LG foi visualizado no sexto exercício, enquanto no protocolo SRFI o LG foi visualizado no nono exercício (p<0,05). CONCLUSÃO: A RFI antecipou o LG, o que sugere que a RFI aumenta a intensidade de uma sessão de pilates. Isso aventa a hipótese de que a RFI pode proporcionar a médio e longo prazo benefícios adicionais aos praticantes do Método Pilates.

INTRODUCTION: The evidence on the improvement of functional capacity using the Pilates Method is not conclusive. One possibility to improve the effect of a Pilates session on the cardiorespiratory capacity of its practitioners is to use the inspiratory flow resistance (IFR) concomitantly. This effect can be visualized by determining the glycemic threshold (GT), a technique used as an exercise intensity marker. OBJECTIVE: To test the hypothesis that the use of IFR in a Pilates session anticipates GT. METHODS: Cross-sectional crossover study. A total of 26 individuals of both genders were evaluated, 10 of whom were male, healthy, and aged between 20 and 40 years. The volunteers were randomized to two protocols: Protocol IFR - Eleven movements of the Pilates method with IFR using 20% of the maximum inspiratory pressure, and Protocol no IFR (NIFR) - Eleven movements of the Pilates method without IFR. The two protocols were performed on the same day, one in the morning and the other in the afternoon, according to randomization by simple random draw. At rest and at the end of each movement, capillary blood collections were performed to measure blood glucose and construct the glycemic curve. GT was determined at the smallest point on the curve. RESULTS: The GT was anticipated in the protocol that used IFR; that is, in the protocol with IFR, the GT was visualized in the sixth exercise, while in the NIFR protocol, the GT was visualized in the ninth exercise (p<0.05). CONCLUSION: IFR anticipated GT, which suggests that IFR increases the intensity of a Pilates session. This suggests the hypothesis that IFR can provide additional medium and long-term benefits to Pilates method practitioners.

Influence of high-intensity exercise on physical fitness of swimmers / Influência do exercício de alta intensidade sobre a aptidão física dos nadadores / Influencia del ejercicio de alta intensidad en la aptitud física de los nadadores

ABSTRACT Introduction High-intensity swimming requires athletes to have explosive power, endurance, lactic acid resistance, aerobic metabolism, and other qualities. Pre-competition physical training is mainly based on high interval training, promoting ATP-CP synthesis in the body. It can enhance the resistance to lactic acid and promote lactic acid clearance. Objective This article explores the effect of high-intensity pre-competition training on the physical fitness of swimmers. The results can be used as a reference for swimmers to perform high-intensity training before the competition. Methods Eight swimmers were selected by random sampling. The study subjects received eight weeks of high-intensity training before the competition. The athletes' gas metabolism and anaerobic thresholds were detected before and after training. At the same time, the physiological and chemical indicators of the experimental subjects were detected in this paper. Finally, this paper analyzes the experimental results by employing mathematical statistics. Results The metabolism function of the athletes changed significantly in the later period of pre-competition training (P<0.05). Serum lactate concentration had no significant effect on the anaerobic threshold (P>0.05). Conclusion High-intensity exercise has a particular promotion effect on improving the physical quality of swimmers. This exercise can lay a solid foundation for the swimmer's physical fitness. Level of evidence II; Therapeutic studies - investigation of treatment results.

RESUMO Introdução A natação de alta intensidade requer que os atletas tenham uma força explosiva, resistência, tolerância ao ácido láctico, metabolismo aeróbico e outras qualidades. O treinamento físico pré-competição é baseado principalmente no treinamento de alto intervalo, o que pode promover a síntese de ATP-CP no corpo. Ele pode aumentar a resistência ao ácido láctico e promover a sua eliminação. Objetivo Este artigo explora o efeito do treinamento pré-competição de alta intensidade sobre a aptidão física dos nadadores. Os resultados podem ser usados como referência para os nadadores realizarem treinamentos de alta intensidade antes da competição. Métodos Oito nadadores foram selecionados por amostragem aleatória. Os sujeitos do estudo receberam oito semanas de treinamento de alta intensidade antes da competição. O metabolismo dos gases e os limiares anaeróbicos dos atletas foram detectados antes e depois do treinamento. Paralelamente, os indicadores fisiológicos e químicos dos sujeitos experimentais foram detectados neste trabalho. Finalmente, este trabalho analisa os resultados experimentais empregando estatísticas matemáticas. Resultados A função metabólica dos atletas alterou-se significativamente no último período de treinamento pré-competição (P<0,05). A concentração sérica de lactato não teve efeito significativo no limiar anaeróbico (P>0,05). Conclusão O exercício de alta intensidade tem um efeito especial de promoção na melhoria da qualidade física dos nadadores. Este exercício pode estabelecer uma base sólida para a aptidão física do nadador. Nível de evidência II; Estudos terapêuticos - investigação dos resultados do tratamento.

RESUMEN Introducción La natación de alta intensidad requiere que los atletas tengan fuerza explosiva, resistencia, tolerancia al ácido láctico, metabolismo aeróbico y otras cualidades. El entrenamiento físico previo a la competición se basa principalmente en el entrenamiento de alto intervalo, que puede promover la síntesis de ATP-CP en el cuerpo. Puede aumentar la resistencia al ácido láctico y favorecer su eliminación. Objetivo Este trabajo explora el efecto del entrenamiento de alta intensidad previo a la competición en la condición física de los nadadores. Los resultados pueden servir de referencia para que los nadadores realicen un entrenamiento de alta intensidad antes de la competición. Métodos Se seleccionaron ocho nadadores por muestreo aleatorio. Los sujetos del estudio recibieron ocho semanas de entrenamiento de alta intensidad antes de la competición. Se detectó el metabolismo gaseoso y los umbrales anaeróbicos de los atletas antes y después del entrenamiento. Paralelamente, en este trabajo se detectaron los indicadores fisiológicos y químicos de los sujetos experimentales. Por último, este documento analiza los resultados experimentales empleando estadísticas matemáticas. Resultados La función metabólica de los atletas cambió significativamente en el último período de entrenamiento previo a la competición (P<0,05). La concentración de lactato sérico no tuvo un efecto significativo sobre el umbral anaeróbico (P>0,05). Conclusión El ejercicio de alta intensidad tiene un efecto promotor especial en la mejora de la calidad física de los nadadores. Este ejercicio puede establecer una base sólida para la aptitud física del nadador. Nivel de evidencia II; Estudios terapéuticos - investigación de los resultados del tratamiento.

APRIMORAMENTO DA COORDENAÇÃo FÍSICA DOS NADADORES BASEADO NO TREINAMENTO DE RESISTÊNCIA ANAERÓBICA / Improvement of swimmers' physical coordination based on anaerobic endurance training / Perfeccionamiento de la coordinación física de los nadadores basado en el entrenamiento de la resistencia anaeróbica

ABSTRACT Introduction: Anaerobic exercise is a critical factor in swimming training. Coaches who monitor an athlete's anaerobic capacity can use this tool to improve competitive performance. Objective: Analyze the effect of the anaerobic function test on swimmers' training. Methods: We examined the anaerobic exercise capacity of swimmers the relationship between human body composition and anaerobic work capacity. For this purpose, 14 swimmers were selected by random sampling. Individual anaerobic threshold, serum testosterone and serum cortisol of the athletes at different periods were measured. Results: Individual anaerobic thresholds were significantly lower in male and female athletes after training. The difference was statistically significant (P<0.05). The plasma testosterone/cortisol content of female swimmers after six weeks of anaerobic endurance training was significantly lower than the pre-training mean (P<0.05). After six weeks of anaerobic endurance training, the plasma testosterone/cortisol content of the male swimmers was lower than that of the standard group (P<0.05). Conclusion: The swimmers' bodies were impacted after anaerobic endurance training. The importance of attention by the coach to consider the differences between male and female athletes when conducting dedicated anaerobic threshold training is emphasized. Level of evidence II; Therapeutic studies-investigating treatment outcomes .

RESUMO Introdução: O exercício anaeróbico é um fator crítico no treinamento de natação. Os treinadores que monitoram a capacidade anaeróbica de um atleta podem utilizar essa ferramenta para melhorar o desempenho competitivo. Objetivo: Analisar o efeito do teste de função anaeróbica sobre o treinamento dos nadadores. Métodos: Examinou-se a capacidade de exercício anaeróbico dos nadadores, a relação entre a composição do corpo humano e a capacidade de trabalho anaeróbico. Para isso, foram selecionados 14 nadadores por amostragem aleatória. Foram mensurados o limiar anaeróbico individual, testosterona sérica e cortisol sérico dos atletas em diferentes períodos. Resultados: Os limiares anaeróbicos individuais foram significativamente menores em atletas do sexo masculino e feminino após o treinamento. A diferença foi estatisticamente significativa (P<0,05). O conteúdo de testosterona/cortisol plasmático das nadadoras após seis semanas de treinamento anaeróbico de resistência foi significativamente menor do que a média de pré-treinamento (P<0,05). Após seis semanas de treinamento de resistência anaeróbica, o conteúdo de testosterona/cortisol plasmático dos nadadores masculinos era menor do que o do grupo padrão (P<0,05). Conclusão: Os corpos dos nadadores foram impactados após o treinamento de resistência anaeróbica. Ressalta-se a importância da atenção pelo treinador em considerar as diferenças entre os atletas masculinos e femininos quando realizar um treinamento do limiar anaeróbico dedicado. Nível de evidência II; Estudos terapêuticos - investigação dos resultados do tratamento .

RESUMEN Introducción: El ejercicio anaeróbico es un factor crítico en el entrenamiento de la natación. Los entrenadores que controlan la capacidad anaeróbica de un atleta pueden utilizar esta herramienta para mejorar el rendimiento competitivo. Objetivo: Analizar el efecto de la prueba de función anaeróbica en el entrenamiento de los nadadores. Métodos: Examinamos la capacidad de ejercicio anaeróbico de los nadadores, la relación entre la composición corporal humana y la capacidad de trabajo anaeróbico. Para ello, se seleccionaron 14 nadadores por muestreo aleatorio. Se midieron el umbral anaeróbico individual, la testosterona sérica y el cortisol sérico de los atletas en diferentes períodos. Resultados: Resultados: Los umbrales anaeróbicos individuales fueron significativamente más bajos en los atletas masculinos y femeninos después del entrenamiento. La diferencia fue estadísticamente significativa (P<0,05). El contenido de testosterona/cortisol en plasma de las nadadoras después de seis semanas de entrenamiento de resistencia anaeróbica fue significativamente inferior a la media previa al entrenamiento (P<0,05). Después de seis semanas de entrenamiento de resistencia anaeróbica, el contenido de testosterona/cortisol en plasma de los nadadores masculinos fue inferior al del grupo estándar (P<0,05). Conclusión: Los cuerpos de los nadadores sufrieron un impacto después del entrenamiento de resistencia anaeróbica. Se destaca la importancia de que el entrenador tenga en cuenta las diferencias entre los atletas masculinos y femeninos a la hora de realizar un entrenamiento dedicado al umbral anaeróbico. Nivel de evidencia II; Estudios terapéuticos - investigación de los resultados del tratamiento .

Is There Agreement and Precision between Heart Rate Variability, Ventilatory, and Lactate Thresholds in Healthy Adults?

This study aims to analyze the agreement and precision between heart rate variability thresholds (HRVT1/2) with ventilatory and lactate thresholds 1 and 2 (VT1/2 and LT1/2) on a treadmill. Thirty-four male students were recruited. Day 1 consisted of conducting a health survey, anthropometrics, and Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test (CPx). On Day 2, after 48 h, a second incremental test was performed, the Cardiopulmonary Stepwise Exercise Test consisting of 3 min stages (CPxS), to determine VT1/2, LT1/2, and HRVT1/2. One-way repeated-measures ANOVA and effect size (ηp2) were used, followed by Sidak's post hoc. The Coefficient of Variation (CV) and Typical Error (TE) were applied to verify the precision. Bland Altman and the Intraclass Correlation Coefficient (ICC) were applied to confirm the agreement. HRVT1 showed different values compared to LT1 (lactate, RER, and R-R interval) and VT1 (V̇E, RER, V̇CO2, and HR). No differences were found in threshold 2 (T2) between LT2, VT2, and HRVT2. No difference was found in speed and V̇O2 for T1 and T2. The precision was low to T1 (CV > 12% and TE > 10%) and good to T2 (CV < 12% and TE < 10%). The agreement was good to fair in threshold 1 (VT1, LT1, HRVT1) and excellent to good in T2 (VT1, LT1, HRVT1). HRVT1 is not a valid method (low precision) when using this protocol to estimate LT1 and VT1. However, HRVT2 is a valid and noninvasive method that can estimate LT2 and VT2, showing good agreement and precision in healthy adults.

Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing in Patients with Post-COVID-19 Syndrome.

Background and aim: Several reports have shown the persistence of long term symptoms after the initial COVID-19 infection (post-COVID-19 syndrome). The objective of this study was to analyze the characteristics of cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET) performed in patients with a history of COVID-19, comparing subjects according to the presence of post-COVID-19 syndrome. Methods: A cross-sectional study was performed. Consecutive patients >18 years with history of SARS-CoV-2 infection confirmed by polymerase chain reaction test and a CPET performed between 45 and 120 days after the viral episode were included. The association between variables related to CPET and post-COVID-19 syndrome was assessed using univariate and multivariate analysis. Results: A total of 200 patients (mean age 48.8 ± 14.3 years, 51% men) were included. Patients with post-COVID-19 syndrome showed significantly lower main peak VO2 (25.8 ± 8.1 mL/min/kg vs. 28.8 ± 9.6 mL/min/kg, p = 0.017) as compared to asymptomatic subjects. Moreover, patients with post-COVID-19 syndrome developed symptoms more frequently during CPET (52.7% vs. 13.7%, p < 0.001) and were less likely to reach the anaerobic threshold (50.9% vs. 72.7%, p = 0.002) when compared to asymptomatic subjects. These findings were not modified when adjusting for confounders. Conclusion: Our data suggest that post-COVID-19 syndrome was associated with less peak VO2, a lower probability of achieving the anaerobic threshold and a higher probability of presenting symptoms during the CPET. Future studies are needed to determine if these abnormalities during CPET would have prognostic value.

Antecedentes y objetivo: Varios informes han demostrado la persistencia de síntomas a largo plazo luego de la infección inicial por COVID-19 (síndrome post-COVID-19). El objetivo de este estudio fue analizar las características de la prueba de esfuerzo cardiopulmonar (PECP) realizada en pacientes con antecedentes de infección por COVID-19, comparando sujetos según la presencia de síndrome post-COVID-19. Métodos: se realizó un estudio transversal. Se incluyeron pacientes consecutivos >18 años con antecedentes de infección por SARS-CoV-2 confirmada por la prueba de reacción en cadena de la polimerasa y una PECP realizada entre 45 y 120 días luego del episodio viral. Se evaluó la asociación entre variables relacionadas con la PECP y síndrome post-COVID-19 mediante análisis univariante y multivariado. Resultados: Se incluyeron 200 pacientes (edad media 48,8 ± 14,3 años, 51% hombres). Los pacientes con síndrome post-COVID-19 mostraron un VO2 pico significativamente menor (25,8 ± 8,1 mL/min/kg frente a 28,8 ± 9,6 mL/min/kg, p = 0,017) en comparación con los sujetos asintomáticos. Además, los pacientes con síndrome post-COVID-19 desarrollaron síntomas con mayor frecuencia durante la PECP (52,7% vs. 13,7%, p < 0,001) y tenían menos probabilidades de alcanzar el umbral anaeróbico (50,9% vs. 72,7%, p = 0,002) en comparación con sujetos asintomáticos. Estos hallazgos no se modificaron al ajustar por factores de confusión. Conclusión: Nuestros datos sugieren que el síndrome post-COVID-19 se asoció con un menor VO2 pico, una menor probabilidad de alcanzar el umbral anaeróbico y una mayor probabilidad de presentar síntomas durante la PECP. Se necesitan estudios futuros para determinar si estas anomalías durante la PECP tendrían valor pronóstico.

Effect of acute swimming exercise at different intensities but equal total load over metabolic and molecular responses in swimming rats.

Acute metabolic and molecular response to exercise may vary according to exercise's intensity and duration. However, there is a lack regarding specific tissue alterations after acute exercise with aerobic or anaerobic predominance. The present study investigated the effects of acute exercise performed at different intensities, but with equal total load on molecular and physiological responses in swimming rats. Sixty male rats were divided into a control group and five groups performing an acute bout of swimming exercise at different intensities (80, 90, 100, 110 and 120% of anaerobic threshold [AnT]). The exercise duration of each group was balanced so all groups performed at the same total load. Gene expression (HIF-1α, PGC-1α, MCT1 and MCT4 mRNA), blood biomarkers and tissue glycogen depletion were analyzed after the exercise session. ANOVA One-Way was used to indicate statistical mean differences considering 5% significance level. Blood lactate concentration was the only biomarker sensitive to acute exercise, with a significant increase in rats exercised above AnT intensities (p < 0.000). Glycogen stores of gluteus muscle were significantly reduced in all exercised animals in comparison to control group (p = 0.02). Hepatic tissue presented significant reduction in glycogen in animals exercised above AnT (p = 0.000, as well as reduced HIF-1α mRNA and increased MCT1 mRNA, especially at the highest intensity (p = 0.002). Physiological parameters did not alter amongst groups for most tissues. Our results indicate the hepatic tissue alterations (glycogen stores and gene expressions) in response to different exercise intensities of exercise, even with the total load matched.

The Effect of a Pace Training Session on Internal Load and Neuromuscular Parameters in Taekwondo Athletes.

This study aimed to verify the effect of a pace training session at an intensity corresponding to the kick frequency at the anaerobic threshold (KFAT) on the internal load response and motor response performance of the roundhouse kick. Twelve black belt taekwondo athletes underwent two evaluation sessions: (1) performed the progressive specific test for taekwondo (PSTT) to identify the heart rate deflection point (HRDP) and the KFAT; (2) performed three 2-min rounds with a 1-min interval. Heart rate (HR) throughout each round and motor response performance before and after sessions were measured. The Student's T-test or Wilcoxon test was used, and p < 0.05 was adopted. During round 1, a lower internal load was observed (167 ± 10 bpm) compared with HRDP (179 ± 8 bpm; p = 0.035). During rounds 2 (178 ± 10 bpm; p = 0.745) and 3 (179 ± 8 bpm; p = 1), no differences were observed for an internal load and HRDP. Motor response performance showed no differences. However, a potentiation in the post countermovement jump test compared with rounds 1 (p = 0.012) and 2 (p = 0.028) was observed. The internal load (HR) observed at the intensity corresponding to KFAT can be considered in the prescription of training when the aim is to control the internal load responses without inducing fatigue.

Effect of physical exercise on increasing the maximum oxygen uptake of skeletal muscle / O efeito do exercício físico no aumento de captação máxima de oxigênio do musculo esquelético / El efecto del ejercicio físico en el aumento de consumo máximo de oxígeno del músculo esquelético

ABSTRACT Introduction: Aerobic exercise can improve the physical function of athletes and increase the oxygen content in skeletal muscles. This has a significant reference value for evaluating training effects and judging sports fatigue. Objective: Maximum oxygen uptake is one of the most critical indicators of aerobic work capacity. The thesis analyzes the medical promotion effect of physical exercise on the oxygen content of skeletal muscle. Methods: The thesis performed aerobic exercises on two groups of young rowers. Athletes in group A performed high-load exercise, and athletes in group B performed low-load exercise. At the same time, we placed a detector on the athletes' skeletal muscle to test the volunteer's muscle oxygen content and other physiological indicators. Results: Comparing high-load exercise and low-load exercise, the maximum oxygen uptake and the utilization rate of the maximum oxygen uptake when reaching the anaerobic net were 10% and 16% higher, respectively. There was no difference in the activity of muscle enzymes between the two groups. Conclusions: After aerobic training, the muscle's oxygen utilization capacity is strengthened. Physical exercise promotes the maximum oxygen uptake of skeletal muscles. Level of evidence II; Therapeutic studies - investigation of treatment results.

RESUMO Introdução: O exercício aeróbico pode melhorar a função física de atletas e aumentar o conteúdo de oxigênio nos músculos esqueléticos. Isso tem valor referencial importante na avaliação de efeitos do treinamento e no julgamento da fadiga pela prática de esportes. Objetivo: A captação máxima de oxigênio é um dos indicadores cruciais da capacidade aeróbica. A tese analisa o efeito médico de se incentivar exercícios físicos para o conteúdo de oxigênio do músculo esquelético. Métodos: a tese realizou exercícios aeróbicos em dois grupos de jovens remadores. Os atletas do grupo A realizaram exercícios de alta carga; os atletas do grupo B realizaram exercícios de baixa carga. Ao mesmo tempo, colocamos um detector nos músculos esqueléticos dos atletas para testar o conteúdo de oxigênio no músculo e outros indicadores fisiológicos. Resultados: Ao compararmos exercícios de alta carga e de baixa carga, a captação máxima de oxigênio e o índice de utilização de captação máxima de oxigênio ao atingir o ganho aeróbico foram 10% e 16% mais altos, respectivamente. Não houve diferença na atividade de enzimas musculares entre os dois grupos. Conclusões: Após o treino aeróbico, a utilização de oxigênio do músculo se fortalece. O exercício físico promove a máxima captação de oxigênio dos músculos esqueléticos. Nível de evidência II; Estudos terapêuticos - investigação de resultados de tratamento.

RESUMEN Introducción: El ejercicio aeróbico puede mejorar la función física de atletas y aumentar el contenido de oxígeno en los músculos esqueléticos. Eso tiene valor referencial importante en la evaluación de efectos del entrenamiento y al juzgar la fatiga por la práctica de deportes. Objetivo: El consumo máximo de oxígeno es uno de los indicadores cruciales de la capacidad aeróbica. La tesis analiza el efecto médico de incentivar ejercicios físicos para el contenido de oxígeno del músculo esquelético. Métodos: La tesis realizó ejercicios aeróbicos en dos grupos de jóvenes remeros. Los atletas del grupo A realizaron ejercicios de alta carga, y los atletas del grupo B realizaron ejercicios de baja carga. Al mismo tiempo, pusimos un detector en los músculos esqueléticos de los atletas para probar el contenido de oxígeno en el músculo y otros indicadores fisiológicos. Resultados: Al comparar ejercicios de alta carga y de baja carga, el consumo máximo de oxígeno y el índice de utilización del consumo máximo de oxígeno al atingir el gano aeróbico fueron 10% y 16% más altos, respectivamente. No hubo diferencia en la actividad de enzimas musculares entre los dos grupos. Conclusiones: Tras el entrenamiento aeróbico, la utilización de oxígeno del músculo se fortalece. El ejercicio físico promueve el máximo consumo de oxígeno de los músculos esqueléticos. Nivel de evidencia II; Estudios terapéuticos - investigación de resultados de tratamiento.

Conditioning Program Prescribed from the External Training Load Corresponding to the Lactate Threshold Improved Cardiac Function in Healthy Dogs.

This research focuses on the adjustments in systolic and diastolic functions that are not fully understood in dogs submitted to athletic training. Beagle dogs carried out an endurance training program (ETP) prescribed from the external training load, corresponding to 70-80% of the lactate threshold (VLT) velocity. Eighteen dogs were randomly assigned to two groups: control (C, n = 8), active dogs that did not perform any forced exercise, and trained (T, n = 10), submitted to the ETP during eight weeks. All dogs were evaluated before and after the ETP period using two-dimensional echocardiography, M-mode, Doppler, and two-dimensional speckle tracking. A principal component analysis (PCA) of the echocardiographic variables was performed. The ETP improved the left ventricular internal dimension at the end of diastole (LVDd), the left ventricular internal dimension at the end of diastole to aorta ratio (LVDd: Ao), and the strain rate indices. PCA was able to capture the dimensionality and qualitative echocardiography changes produced by the ETP. These findings indicated that the training prescribed based on the lactate threshold improved the diastolic and systolic functions. This response may be applied to improve myocardial function, promote health, and mitigate any injuries produced during heart failure.

Determinant Factors of the Match-Based Internal Load in Elite Soccer Players.

Purpose: To analyze the contribution of physical measures and external load in the match-based internal load of elite soccer players. Methods: Twenty-three elite soccer players (n = 23, age 26.69 ± 3.93 years, body mass 78.04 ± 5.03 kg, height 178.04 ± 5.19 cm, body fat 10.98 ± 1.25%) from a first division soccer team of the Brazilian Championship were evaluated first with anthropometric and physical measures (flexibility and muscle power of lower limbs), and after 24 hrs they were asked to perform an incremental treadmill test (VO2max and ventilatory thresholds). Subsequently, athletes were monitored for 6 weeks during nine official matches of a regional championship. On match days, the external load data (e.g., player load) were collected by triaxial accelerometers with GPS systems and post 30 min after the end of the match the internal load was assessed with the Session Rating of Perceived Exertion method (Session-RPE). Results: Our main findings showed significant contributions of the Player Load (r = .62, p < .001; 42.3%) and Anaerobic Threshold (r = - .199, p = .05, 17%) for the predictive model of Session-RPE. Conclusions: Physical measures and external load have a significant influence on the internal load in elite soccer players. Our findings suggest that sport scientists can use the Session-RPE as a low-cost method for prescribing and monitoring training loads, by the influence of physical measures and external load on the match-based internal load, in order to optimize athletes' performance.

Cardiorespiratory fitness level influences the ventilatory threshold identification / Nível de aptidão cardiorrespiratória influencia a identificação do limiar ventilatório

ABSTRACT We aimed to analyze the influence of cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) on ventilatory threshold identification (VT1) using the Ventilatory Equivalents (VEq) and V-slope methods. Twenty-two male runners (32.9 ± 9.4 years) were divided into two groups: G1 - group with less cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF: VO2max 40 to 51 ml·kg-1·min-1) and G2 - higher CRF (G1; VO2max ?56,4 to 72 ml·kg-1·min-1) divided by the 50th percentile. An incremental cardiopulmonary exercise test was applied to identify VT1 using VEq and V-slope methods to compare heart rate (HR), oxygen consumption (VO2), and speed. Two-way ANOVA was used to compare HR, VO2, and speed (groups vs. methods). The Effect size was calculated using Cohen's d. The intraclass correlation coefficient, variation coefficient, typical error, and Bland Altman were applied to verify reliability and agreement. No significant differences (p < 0.05) were found between methods for G1 (VO2, HR, and speed), and Bland Altman showed good agreement (mean difference: VO2 0.35ml·kg-1·min-1; HR 2.58bpm; speed 0.33km·h-1). However, G2 presented statistical differences between methods (VO2 and speed) and a more significant mean difference (VO2 2.68ml·kg-1·min-1; HR 6.87 bpm; speed 0.88km·h-1). The small effect size was found in G1 between methods (VO2: 0.06; speed: 0.20; HR: 0.14), and small and moderate effects were found in G2 between methods (VO2: 0.39; speed: 0.43; HR: 0.51). In conclusion, runners with lower CRF have a better agreement for the V-slope and VEq methods than those with a higher CRF.

RESUMO O objetivo deste estudo foi analisar a influência do nível de aptidão cardiorrespiratória (ACR) entre os métodos Equivalente Ventilatório (VEq) e V-slope para determinação do Limiar Ventilatório 1 (LV1). 22 homens corredores (32,9 ± 9,4 anos) foram divididos em dois grupos: G1 - grupo com menor aptidão cardiorrespiratória (ACR:VO2máx 40 a 51 ml·kg-1·min-1) e G2 - maior ACR (VO2máx 56,4 a 72 ml·kg-1·min-1), divididos pelo percentil 50. Foi aplicado um teste incremental cardiopulmonar para identificar o LV1 através dos métodos VEq e V-slope, comparando as seguintes variáveis: Frequência Cardíaca (FC), Consumo de Oxigênio (VO2) e velocidade. Para comparações entre FC, VO2 e velocidade (grupos vs. métodos) empregou-se ANOVA de duas vias. O tamanho do efeito foi calculado utilizando d'Cohen. Para verificar a confiabilidade e a concordância, foram aplicados o coeficiente de correlação intraclasse, coeficiente de variação, erro típico e Bland Altman. Não foram encontradas diferenças significativas (p < 0,05) entre métodos para G1 (VO2, FC e velocidade) e Bland Altman revelou boa concordância (diferença média: VO2 0,35ml·kg-1·min-1; FC 2,58bpm; velocidade 0,33km·h-1). Contudo, G2 apresentou diferenças estatísticas entre métodos (VO2 e velocidade) e maior diferença média (VO2 2,68ml·kg-1·min-1; FC 6,87 bpm; velocidade 0,88km·h-1). Tamanho de efeito pequeno foi encontrado no G1 entre os métodos (VO2: 0,06; velocidade: 0,20; FC: 0,14) e efeitos Pequenos e moderados foram encontrados no G2 entre os métodos (VO2: 0,39; velocidade: 0,43; FC: 0,51). Conclui-se que corredores com menor ACR apresentam melhor concordância para os métodos V-slope e VEq em comparação aqueles com maior ACR.

Similarity between predicted and obtained oxygen consumption during incremental cardiopulmonary exercise test in healthy men and chronic heart failure patients / Similaridade entre o consumo de oxigênio obtido e previsto durante teste de exercício cardiopulmonar incremental de homens saudáveis ou com insuficiência cardíaca crônica / Similitud entre el consumo de oxígeno predicho y obtenido durante la prueba de esfuerzo cardiopulmonar incremental de hombres sanos o con insuficiencia cardíaca crónica

ABSTRACT Cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPX) is a noninvasive method for assessing physiological changes during physical exercise. Functional capacity has been evaluated using prediction equations. However, this evaluation method may yield different outcomes when applied to a healthy male population and patients with chronic heart failure (HF). This study aimed to compare the estimated and obtained values of oxygen consumption (VO2) during CPX both at the ventilatory anaerobic threshold (VAT) and at peak exercise for healthy men and HF patients. For that, 56 men were divided into 3 groups: (1) 18 young and healthy (YG) (27±6.01 years); (2) 14 healthy older adults (OG) (61±6.3 years); and (3) 24 chronic HF patients (HFG) (53±13.6 years). CPX in cycle ergometer was administered to all individuals for determining VO2 at the VAT and peak exercise. Then, VO2 was estimated at the two moments using a prediction equation, and estimated values were compared to those obtained. Estimated VO2 was significantly higher than obtained VO2 in OG (16.9±1.8 vs. 13.1±2.1mL/kg/min) and HFG (12±6.9 vs. 8.7±2.5mL/kg/min). We found no difference between estimated and obtained VO2 for the YG (22,6±5,5 vs. 23,1±8,7mL/kg/min). The prediction equation overestimated VO2 values for older adults and HF patients. However, the YG obtained similar values than those estimated.

RESUMO O teste exercício cardiopulmonar (CPX) é uma metodologia não invasiva de avaliação global da integridade dos ajustes fisiológicos durante o exercício físico. Como alternativa, a avaliação da capacidade funcional foi realizada por meio de fórmulas preditivas. No entanto, esse método de avaliação pode ter resultados diferentes quando usado em uma população de homens saudáveis e pacientes com insuficiência cardíaca (IC) crônica. Compararam-se os valores de consumo de oxigênio (VO2) obtidos e estimados durante o CPX no limiar anaeróbio ventilatório (LAV) e no pico do exercício para homens saudáveis e pacientes com IC crônica. Cinquenta e seis homens foram divididos em 3 grupos: (1) 18 eram jovens saudáveis (GJ) (27±6,01 anos); (2) 14 eram idosos saudáveis (GE) (61±6,3 anos); e, (3) 24 com IC crônica (HFG) (53±13,6 anos). Todos foram submetidos ao CPX em cicloergômetro para determinação do VO2 no LAV e no pico do exercício. Posteriormente, a estimativa do VO2 foi realizada na potência do LA e no pico do exercício por meio de uma fórmula de predição para exercício físico em cicloergômetro. Os valores de VO2 obtidos e a carga estimada foram comparados. O VO2 estimado foi significativamente maior que o VO2 obtido no GE e no HFG (16,9±1,8 vs. 13,1±2,1mL/kg/min e 12±6,9 vs. 8,7±2,5mL/kg/min, respectivamente). Por fim, não houve diferença nos valores de VO2 estimados e obtidos para o GJ (22,6±5,5 vs. 23,1±8,7mL/kg/min, respectivamente). A fórmula de predição superestimou os valores de VO2 para idosos e pacientes com IC crônica. Porém, no GJ os valores de VO2 se mostraram semelhantes para a fórmula de predição e o obtido durante o CPX em cicloergômetro.

RESUMEN La prueba de ejercicio cardiopulmonar (CPX) es una metodología no invasiva para evaluar la integridad global de los ajustes fisiológicos durante la práctica de ejercicio físico. Se realizó como alternativa la evaluación de la capacidad funcional por medio de fórmulas predictivas. Sin embargo, este método de evaluación puede presentar resultados distintos cuando se utiliza en una población de hombres sanos y de pacientes con insuficiencia cardíaca crónica (IC). Se compararon los valores de consumo de oxígeno (VO2) obtenido y estimado durante la CPX en el umbral anaeróbico ventilatorio (LAV) y en la cima del ejercicio para hombres sanos y pacientes con IC crónica. Se dividieron a 56 hombres en 3 grupos: i) 18 eran jóvenes sanos (GJ) (27±6,01 años); ii) 14 eran ancianos sanos (GE) (61±6,3 años); iii) 24 tenían IC crónica (HFG) (53±13,6 años). Todos se sometieron a CPX en un cicloergómetro para determinar el VO2 en LAV y en la cima del ejercicio. Posteriormente, la estimación de VO2 se realizó sobre la potencia de LA y en la cima del ejercicio mediante una fórmula predictiva del ejercicio físico en un cicloergómetro. Los valores de VO2 obtenidos y la carga estimada se compararon. El VO2 estimado fue significativamente mayor que el VO2 obtenido en GE y HFG (16,9±1,8 vs. 13,1±2,1ml/kg/min y 12±6,9 vs. 8,7±2,5ml/kg/min, respectivamente). No hubo diferencias en los valores de VO2 estimado y obtenido para el GJ (22,6±5,5 vs. 23,1±8,7ml/kg/min, respectivamente). La fórmula predictiva sobrestimó los valores de VO2 para ancianos y pacientes con IC crónica. Sin embargo, en GJ los valores de VO2 fueron similares para la fórmula predictiva y la obtenida durante el CPX en cicloergómetro.

Determinação do limiar anaeróbio pela carga crítica superestima teste de lactato mínimo / Determination the anaerobic threshold for critical workload overestimates lactate minimum test

Introdução: A utilização de métodos específicos de mensuração é de fundamental importância para a identificação da capacidade aeróbia e prescrição da intensidade de exercício. Normalmente esta definição é feita pela determinação do limiar anaeróbio (Lan) que corresponde à máxima fase estável entre produção e remoção de lactato sanguíneo (MFEL). Dentre as mais variadas formas de se det ermin ar a MFEL estão os testes de lactato mínimo (LM) e carga crítica (CC). No entanto, não se sabe se a utilização dessas formas de avaliação pode acarretar em resultados distintos. Objetivo: O objetivo do presente estudo foi comparar os valores de Lan obtidos por meio dos testes de CC e de LM em rat o s W istar. Método : Foram utilizados 32 ratos machos (Wistar), com peso médio 411,0 (± 4 0 ,7 gramas), o s quais fo ram submetidos às baterias de testes de CC e de LM. O teste de LM foi realizado com a indução à hiperlactacidemia com dois estímulos correspondentes a 13% do peso corporal (PC), seguido de intervalo passivo de nove minutos e teste incremental composto por estágios com duração de cin co m inut os e cargas equivalentes a 4.0, 4.5, 5.0, 5.5, 6.0 e 7.0 % do PC. Já a CC foi obtida p o r m eio da in dução ao exercício em quatro diferentes estímulos randomizados, com cargas correspondentes a 7, 9, 11 e 1 3 % do PC. Resultados: Os resultados demonstraram que o Lan médio determinado pelo Teste de CC foi de 5,8 ± 1,2% do peso corporal (PC) e 4,9 ± 0,6% do PC determinado pelo Teste de LM. Co nclusão: P ode ­ se concluir que o limiar anaeróbio determinado por meio do teste CC superestimou em 18,4% o valor obtido por meio do teste de LM...(AU)

Introduction: The utilization of specific measurement methods is of fundamental importance for the identification of aerobic capacity and prescription of exercise. This determination is usually m ade through measurement of the anaerobic threshold (Lan) which corresponds to the maximal lactate st eady state (MLSS). Among the more varied forms of determination of MLSS are the minimum lactate (LM) and critical overload tests (CC). However, it is not known if the utilization of these forms o f ev aluatio n can lead to different results. Objective: The aim of this study was to compare the Lan v alues o btained through the CCand LM tests in Wistar rats. Method: For this purpose, 32 male Wistar rats were used, with an average weight of 411.0 ± 40.7 grams, submitted to CC and LM tests. The LM test was performed fo r the induction of a hyperlactacidemia with two stimuli corresponding to 13% of body weight (BW), followed by a passive interval of nine minutes and an incremental test composed of stages with a duratio n of five minutes and loads equivalent to 4.0, 4.5, 5.0, 5.5, 6.0, and 7.0% of BW . T he CC was o bt ain ed through induced exercise in four randomized stimuli, with loads corresponding to 7, 9 , 1 1, and 1 3 % o f BW. Results: It was observed that the mean anaerobic threshold determined by CC was 5.8 ± 1 .2 % BW , and determined by LM was 4.9 ± 0.6% BW. Conclusion: It is concluded that th e an aero bic th resho ld determined through the critical workload test overestimates the value obtained through the lactate minimum test by 18.4%, thus impeding its use as an aerobic training intensity predictor in Wistar rats. Keywords: Lactic acid, Critical load, Anaerobic threshold, Wistar rats...(AU)

Estudio del umbral anaerobio en nadadores que entrenan en Bogotá a 2600 metros de altitud / Study of the anaerobic threshold of swimmers training in Bogotá at an altitude of 2 600 meters

Introducción: Las altitudes intermedias entre 1500-3000 m sobre el nivel del mar generan cambios en el metabolismo basal, incrementados con el entrenamiento físico en deportes donde predominan esfuerzos aerobios superiores a tres minutos. Objetivo: Determinar el umbral anaerobio para nadadores que entrenan en Bogotá a 2600 m de altitud. Métodos: Fueron evaluados treinta nadadores: 12 mujeres y 18 hombres de las categorías juvenil y mayores, entre 16-24 años, modalidades bialetas, natación de carreras y deportistas que se preparan para campeonatos nacionales, se les aplicaron las siguientes mediciones: prueba de 30 min de natación continua, medición de la frecuencia cardíaca al inicio y final de la prueba, medición de ácido láctico al finalizar, análisis corporal y máximo consumo de oxígeno. Los registros de las mediciones fueron analizados estadísticamente. Resultados: Se encontraron al final de la prueba de los 30 min de natación continua, concentraciones de ácido láctico para los hombres de hasta 14 mmol/L, 9 para las mujeres y frecuencias cardíacas máximas y submáximas. En cuanto a los porcentajes de grasa, el promedio de los mejores para las mujeres fue de 20 y para los hombres 10 y porcentajes de masa muscular 33 para las mujeres y 41 para los hombres. Conclusiones: Los registros de ácido láctico en altitudes intermedias son muy superiores a las propuestas en la bibliografía existente para determinar el umbral anaeróbico, al igual que la frecuencia cardíaca, los porcentajes de grasa corporal promedio para hombres es 10 y para mujeres 20. La prueba de 30 min puede ser adecuada para determinar la velocidad de umbral anaerobio en altitudes intermedias, el volumen de entrenamiento de dicha capacidad puede ser equivalente al obtenido en ella y puede ser fraccionado utilizando distancias de 200 m, con pausas breves entre 10 y 30 s(AU)

Introduction: Intermediate altitudes between 1 500 and 3 000 above sea level bring about changes in basal metabolism, which are increased by physical training in sports with a predominance of aerobic efforts extending for more than three minutes. Objective: Determine the anaerobic threshold of swimmers training in Bogotá at an altitude of 2 600 meters. Methods: Thirty swimmers were evaluated: 12 women and 18 men from the youth and senior categories, age 16-24 years, bifin modes, racing swimming, and sportspeople training for national championships. The following measurements were taken: 30-min continuous swimming test, heart rate at the start and end of the test, lactic acid at the end, body analysis and maximal oxygen consumption. Measurement records were analyzed statistically. Results: At the end of the 30-min continuous swimming test lactic acid concentrations were up to 14 mmol/l for men and 9 mmol/l for women, and heart rates maximal and submaximal. The best mean body fat percentages were 20 for women and 10 for men, whereas muscle mass percentages were 33 for women and 41 for men. Conclusions: Lactic acid and heart rate values at intermediate altitudes were found to be much higher than those proposed by the existing bibliography to determine the anaerobic threshold. Mean body fat percentages were 10 for men and 20 for women. The 30-min test may be appropriate to determine the anaerobic threshold speed at intermediate altitudes. The training volume for that capacity may be equivalent to the one obtained from it, and may be split up using 200-meter distances with brief pauses of 10 to 30 seconds(AU)

Efeito do treinamento concorrente na composição corporal de animais submetidos ao consumo de refrigerante / Effect of concurrent in the body composition of animals submitted to refrigerant consumption

Objetivo ­ Analisar as alterações impostas pelo treinamento concorrente na composição corporal de ratos submetidos ao consumo de refrigerante. Métodos ­ 32 ratos machos da raça Wistar, distribuídos em quatro grupos: Controle (C); Controle Refrigerante (CR); Treinamento Concorrente (TC) e Treinamento Concorrente e Refrigerante (TCR). Os grupos CR e TCR receberam a bebida (0,41 cal/g) do trigésimo ao nonagésimo dia de vida. Foram submetidos a um protocolo de treinamento concorrente, 3x/semana, pelo período de quatro semanas. O protocolo de treino foi composto por 30 minutos de treinamento aeróbio, à 80% do limiar anaeróbio, seguido do treinamento resistido, composto por 4 séries de 10 saltos e sobrecarga de 50% do peso corporal de cada animal. Após 48 horas da última sessão de treinamento, os animais foram submetidos a procedimentos cirúrgicos e mensuraram-se as variáveis de peso corporal, Índice de Massa Corporal (IMC) e Índice de Lee (Lee). Além disso, foi coletado o tecido adiposo epididimal. Resultados ­ Não foram verificadas diferenças significativas entre os índices antropométricos (p>0,05). Houve aumento do peso corporal e gordura visceral nos animais que consumiram refrigerantes. Apenas a variável peso corporal demonstrou diferença estatisticamente significativa (p<0,05). Foi verificado que a glicose sanguínea de jejum se apresentou mais baixa nos grupos que receberam refrigerantes (p<0,05). Conclusão ­ O refrigerante alterou de forma significativa as variáveis de peso corporal, glicose sanguínea de jejum e consumo de água e ração

Objective ­ To analyze the changes imposed by concurrent training on the body composition of rats submitted to the consumption of soda. Methods ­ 32 male Wistar rats, divided into four groups: Control (C); Refrigerant Control (CR); Concurrent Training (TC) and Concurrent Training and Refrigerant (TCR). The CR and TCR groups received the beverage (0.41cal/g) from the 30th to the 90th day of life. They underwent a concurrent training protocol, 3x / week, for a period of four weeks. The training protocol consisted of 30 minutes of aerobic training at 80% of the anaerobic threshold, followed by resistance training consisting of 4 sets of 10 jumps and 50% overload of each animal's body weight. 48 hours after the last training session, the animals underwent surgical procedures and the variables body weight, body mass index (BMI) and Lee index (Lee) were measured. In addition, epididymal adipose tissue was collected. Results ­ No significant differences were found between anthropometric indices (p> 0.05). There was an increase in body weight and visceral fat in animals that consumed soda. Only the body weight variable showed a statistically significant difference (p <0.05). It was found that fasting blood glucose was lower in the groups that received soda (p <0.05). Conclusion ­ The soda significantly changed the variables of body weight, fasting blood glucose and water and feed intake

Avaliação do limiar anaeróbio pela variabilidade da frequência cardíaca em diabéticos tipo 2 / Evaluation of anaerobic threshold by heart rate variability in type 2 diabetics

A diabetes é um problema de saúde pública devido a sua alta prevalência, morbidade e mortalidade. O tipo 2 é mais prevalente e representa de 90 a 95% dos casos, sendo as complicações mais comuns o acúmulo de gordura no músculo esquelético e a resistência à insulina. O exercício físico regular contribui para regulação da glicemia, destacando-se o limiar anaeróbio como importante marcador para prescrição de exercícios físicos. OBJETIVO: Avaliar o limiar anaeróbio de indivíduos com diabetes tipo 2 através da variabilidade da frequência cardíaca. MATERIAIS E MÉTODOS: Estudo de caráter transversal, recrutou 18 participantes de ambos os sexos em uma unidade básica de saúde do município de Lagarto-SE, esse foram divididos em 2 grupos de 9 indivíduos. Na análise estatística utilizou-se o teste de Shapiro-Wilk para avaliação da normalidade e posteriormente Anova com pós teste de Tukey para comparação dos grupos. O grupo 1 composto de indivíduos diabéticos tipo 2 e o grupo 2 de indivíduos saudáveis. Também foi avaliada a média da frequência cardíaca em repouso e após o teste de esforço progressivo. RESULTADOS: As características de idade foram homogêneas sendo o grupo 1 com média de 62,1 (±13,9) anos e grupo 2 de 62,0 (±7,0) anos. A média da frequência de repouso foi de 79,8 bpm do grupo diabéticos e 78 bpm do grupo comparação, no limiar anaeróbio foi de 111,5 no grupo 1 e 119 no grupo 2. O tempo para atingir o L.A foi similar entre os grupos, 9,5 min no grupo experimental e 8 min no grupo comparação. CONCLUSÃO: Os valores do limiar anaeróbio de ambos os grupos foram considerados de baixo condicionamento físico, estes não apresentaram diferença estatística.

Diabetes is a public health problem due to its high prevalence, morbidity and mortality. Type 2 is more prevalent and accounts for 90 to 95% of cases, with the most common complications being the accumulation of fat in skeletal muscle and insulin resistance. Regular physical exercise contributes to glycemic regulation, highlighting the anaerobic threshold as an important marker for prescribing physical exercises. OBJECTIVE: To assess the anaerobic threshold of individuals with type 2 diabetes through heart rate variability. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A cross-sectional study, recruited 18 participants of both sexes in a basic health unit in the municipality of Lagarto-SE, which were divided into 2 groups of 9 individuals. In the statistical analysis, the Shapiro-Wilk test was used to assess normality and subsequently Anova with Tukey's post-test to compare the groups. Group 1 consisted of type 2 diabetic individuals and group 2 of healthy individuals. The mean heart rate at rest and after the progressive exercise test was also evaluated. RESULTS: Age characteristics were homogeneous, with group 1 averaging 62.1 years (± 13.9) and group 2 62.0 years (± 7.0). The mean resting frequency was 79.8 bpm in the diabetic group and 78 bpm in the comparison group, at the anaerobic threshold it was 111.5 in group 1 and 119 in group 2. The time to reach the LA was similar between groups , 9.5 min in the experimental group and 8 min in the comparison group. CONCLUSION: The values of the anaerobic threshold of both groups were considered of low physical conditioning, these did not present statistical difference.