Weight Loss Methods and Effects Among Wrestlers
Author Information
Author(s): Seker Ramazan, Isik Ozkan, Durukan Erdil, Eraslan Meric, Talaghir Laurentiu-Gabriel, Dorgan Viorel
Primary Institution: Hatay Mustafa Kemal University
Hypothesis
What weight loss methods do wrestlers use before competitions and what are the effects of these methods?
Conclusion
Wrestlers often use food and fluid restriction, saunas, and jogging with raincoats to lose weight, leading to various physiological and psychological effects.
Supporting Evidence
- 89.1% of wrestlers reported dieting by restricting fatty foods.
- 79.7% used saunas as a weight loss method.
- 72.9% experienced muscle cramps due to weight loss methods.
- 81.7% felt extremely tired as a psychological effect of weight loss.
- U20 wrestlers had a higher diet level than U17 and Senior wrestlers.
Takeaway
Wrestlers try to lose weight quickly before competitions, which can make them feel tired and hurt their bodies.
Methodology
The study used a cross-sectional design with a sample of 350 wrestlers, utilizing surveys to collect data on weight loss methods and effects.
Potential Biases
Potential bias from self-reported data and the exclusion of non-weight losing wrestlers.
Limitations
The study did not use biochemical markers to assess physiological and psychological effects.
Participant Demographics
42.86% female and 57.14% male wrestlers, competing in various styles and age categories.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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