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| Personal Name | Reyes, Orlando Luis R. |
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| Resource Title | Effects of glucose polymer-based drink on maximal aerobic speed and recovery in male distance runners |
| Date Issued | July 2025 |
| Abstract | Sports drinks are popular in athletics, with various formulations catering to enhance performance and recovery time. This experimental study investigated the effects of glucose polymer-based drinks on maximal aerobic speed (MAS) and recovery time in male collegiate long-distance runners (18-25 years old). Six participants underwent a randomized crossover design, comparing a sucrose-based control with a glucose polymer-based drink. MAS was assessed via a 1600-meter time trial, and recovery time through heart rate monitoring (measured in heart rate recovery or HRR). Data were analyzed using paired t-tests (α=0.05) and Cohen's d to determine effect size. Findings indicated that glucose-polymer supplementation significantly decreased MAS (t(5)=−3.54, p=0.017; Cohen's d=−1.44) and significantly impaired HRR (t(5)=−14.09, p<0.001; Cohen's d=−5.75) compared to the control. For this specific group, glucose polymer supplementation decreased both performance and recovery time than sucrose supplementation. These findings underscore the importance of individualized performance testing and careful evaluation of carbohydrate supplementation choices for endurance athletes. Further research with larger, more diverse samples is recommended to enhance generalizability and to explore underlying physiological mechanisms. |
| Degree Course | Bachelor of Sports Science |
| Language | English |
| Keyword | sports drinks; maximal aerobic speed; recovery time; collegiate long-distance runners |
| Material Type | Thesis/Dissertation |
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