Prevalence, Magnitude, and Methods of Rapid Weight Loss among Judo Competitors

Artioli, Guilherme Giannini; Gualano, Bruno; Franchini, Émerson; Scagliusi, Fernanda Baeza; Takesian, Mariane; Fuchs, Marina; Lancha, Antônio Herbert

doi:10.1249/mss.0b013e3181ba8055

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“…The age at which a sudden reduction of body mass starts for the first time in these athletes, especially the strikers, was considered as a disturbing factor. This study showed that many of the athletes experience the rapid-weight-loss slightly slower than 89%, which was reported by Artioli, Gualano, et al (2010) in Brazilian judoists [11], and the similar reports by Steen and Brownell (1990) in Olympic wrestlers in the United States [12]. The findings were more similar to 60-70%, the reports made by Kiningham and Gorenflo (2001) in high school Olympic wrestlers [8] and the reports of Kordi et al (2011) as the results of the studies on Iranian wrestlers [9].…”

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The responses of white blood cells to weight loss among young male judoists

Shariat¹,

Tamrin²,

Danaee³

et al. 2013

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Abstract:The purpose of this study was the assessment of white blood cells in response to acute and gradual weight loss among young male judoists. Material and Methods-Twenty four healthy young judoists aged 17.0±1.2 years (mean ± SD), with one year of experience in judo training, selected and they were randomly classified in two groups of acute weight loss and gradual weight loss. Blood sampling was conducted in three stages: 1) before weight loss, 2) 18 hours after weight loss, and 3) after the last phase of physical exercise performance tests. Results-The average amount of white blood cells in the phase 2 for both groups didn't increase meaningfully (Acute: P=0. 53, Gradual: P=0.48) but the increase in the phase 3 for both groups was significant (P<0.01). Conclusion-This study concludes that acute weight loss can result in changing the level of white blood cells which are determined in immunity system and related disease.

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The responses of white blood cells to weight loss among young male judoists

Shariat¹,

Tamrin²,

Danaee³

et al. 2013

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“…Nevertheless, the strength requirements and technical characteristics of different sports' practice may also be preventive factors for bone loss and bone-related injuries (Poutreau, Pelle, Collomp et al, 2006). Furthermore, it has been reported (Rivera- Brown & De Felix-Davila, 2012) that the fluid restriction practiced by many combat sport athletes when involved in weight loss processes (Artioli, Gualano, Francini et al, 2010), in conjunction with intense training in these sport in hot environments, resulted in serious dehydration, which might provoke heat-related injuries. Despite the described risks, most judo and wrestling athletes reduce their weight a short time before competition (Fabrini, Brito, Mendes et al, 2010;Brito, Castro Martins Roas, Souza Brito et al, 2012).…”

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Combat Sports Injuries in Well-Trained Athletes during African Games 2015 in Brazzaville, Congo

Didace¹,

André²,

Victoire³

et al. 2017

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The aim of this study was to analyze the epidemiology and distribution of combat sports injuries during African Games 2015. A retrospective study was conducted from November 2016 to February 2017, including all adult patients aged consulted by doctor during combat or admitted to emergency medical sport unit of complex sporting of these Games. The data collected were sex, time and day of consulting or admission, injury risk, types, location and causes of injuries. During these African Games, an average injury frequency of about 78.6% has been observed. Contusions (n = 104), sprains and luxations (n = 43), fractures (n = 40) and wounds (n = 12) were the main injuries observed among 187 athletes. The lower extremities were more frequently affected than the upper extremities (150 cases versus 78 cases). In conclusion, the present study provides the latest knowledge on the frequency and characteristics injuries in combat sports. Injuries are different according to sport in their mechanisms and injury distribution. During African competition and training session, the evaluation and prevention of these factors could decrease the occurrence of such injuries.

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“…Studies with wrestling [32,33], judo [34] and more recently with MMA athletes [31] report that the competitors reduce their body weight in a relatively short time prior to the official event. The acute rapid weight loss is often made by a combination of potentially harmful strategies like severe food restriction and fluid intake, saunas, training in the heat, use of diuretics and laxatives, and the induction of vomiting [34,35].…”

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“…The acute rapid weight loss is often made by a combination of potentially harmful strategies like severe food restriction and fluid intake, saunas, training in the heat, use of diuretics and laxatives, and the induction of vomiting [34,35]. However, such strategies have negative physiological consequences leading to an impairment of the athletic performance and health [36].…”

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Mixed Martial Arts: History, Physiology and Training Aspects

Souza¹,

Ide²,

Sasaki³

et al. 2015

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Abstract:Objective: The purpose of this study was to review current knowledge on exercise physiology and sports training that can be applied to develop training programs for Mixed Martial Arts. Methods: A non-systematic literature review was conducted to search for articles related to history, physiology and training of Mixed Martial Arts and other Martial Arts such as Judo, Wrestling, Jiu-Jitsu, and Karate. A review on aerobic, anaerobic, strength and power training was also conducted and directly related to Mixed Martial Arts training. Results: There is scarce scientific information about training methods and physiological responses to specific efforts in Mixed Martial Arts. Many studies were reviewed and meaningful information on physiology and training were summarized for application in Mixed Martial Arts. Conclusion:The present study provides a review on important physiology and training aspects for successful preparation of Mixed Martial Arts athletes.

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Prevalence, Magnitude, and Methods of Rapid Weight Loss among Judo Competitors

Abstract: Rapid weight loss is highly prevalent in judo competitors. The level of aggressiveness in weight management behaviors seems to not be influenced by the gender or by the weight class, but it seems to be influenced by competitive level and by the age at which athletes began cutting weight.

Cited by 195 publications

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The responses of white blood cells to weight loss among young male judoists

The responses of white blood cells to weight loss among young male judoists

Combat Sports Injuries in Well-Trained Athletes during African Games 2015 in Brazzaville, Congo

Mixed Martial Arts: History, Physiology and Training Aspects

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