Effect of 2000-meter Rowing Test on Parameters of Intestinal Integrity in Elite Rowers During Competitive Phase

Effect of 2000-meter Rowing Test on Parameters of Intestinal Integrity in Elite Rowers During Competitive Phase

The study aimed to check the 2000m ergometer test on markers of gut permeability in the competitive phase of rowers. 18 members of the Polish rowing team took part in the study.

The phenomenon of epithelial wall leakage has been the subject of investigations within athletic domains such as running and cycling. Nevertheless, there exists an insufficiency of understanding regarding gut permeability in alternative disciplines, such as rowing, particularly following the completion of a standard competitive distance of 2000 meters. Hence, the principal objective of our study was to assess gut permeability after completing a 2000-meter rowing test. The study was performed at the beginning of a competitive training phase. Eighteen elite Polish Rowing Team rowers participated in the study after applying the inclusion/exclusion criteria. The participants performed a 2000-meter ergometer test. Blood samples were taken before the test, after exercise, and after 1-hour of restitution. Parameters, such as I-FABP, LPS, LBP, and zonulin, were determined using appropriate biochemical tests.

Inclusion Criteria:

• minimum five years of training,
• five training sessions per week minimum,
• total training time minimum of 240 minutes,
• membership in the Polish Rowing Team,
• finishing the 2000-meter ergometer test.

Exclusion Criteria:

• antibiotic therapy within the last three months,
• probiotics and prebiotics within the last three months,
• dietary regime,
• gastrointestinal diseases.