Evaluation of physical performance capacities of endurance, dehydration and weight variations body in competition athletes during fasting in the month of Ramadan

Abstract EN

The aim of the study is study the influence of fasting in Ramadan on physical performance in endurance running, and on body weight in mild climatic conditions on a group of Algerian athletes who practice sports competition.

the sample was composed of 13 competitive athletics athletes, males aged between 21 and 33 years old.

they underwent evaluation tests before, during and after the fasting of Ramadan, which involved a 3000 M flat run, as well as a body weight gain before and after the completion of each 3000 M test.

a statistically significant regression in the average 3000 M running performance was noted during the Ramadan, as well as a decrease in body weight for the same period, associated with dehydration.

the study carried out made it possible to deduce that daytime food abstinence and in particular water deprivation during the Ramadan, led to a statistically significant regression in running performance during a running test over a distance of 3000 m flat, as well as a reduction in body weight.