Exercising With a Surgical Mask in Both Athletic and Non-athletic Individuals

Exercising With a Surgical Mask is Safe But Decreases Performance in Both Athletic and Non-athletic Individuals

This study aimed to examine the impact of surgical masks on maximal and submaximal exercise in both athlete and non-athlete individuals.

All participants will be informed about the procedure and, will sign an informed consent form. They will undergone a detailed physical examination before enrollment in the study. The study is conducted in 2-phases, in non-randomized, controlled design. Cardiopulmonary exercise tests (CPET) are going to be performed with and without a surgical mask with 48 hours in between.

Inclusion Criteria:

• healthy athletes
• healthy non-athletes

Exclusion Criteria:

• any musculoskeletal, cardiac or respiratory problem