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Effects of Winter Swimming on Blood Indicators and Oxidative Stress in Males
Sponsor: University School of Physical Education, Krakow, Poland
Summary
Exposure of the human body to cold water triggers numerous beneficial physiological changes. The study aimed to assess the impact of regular winter swimming on blood morphological, rheological, and biochemical indicators and activity of antioxidant enzymes in males. The study includes winter swimmers and a control group. Blood samples were taken twice - before the start (November) of the winter swimming season and after its end (March). The average duration of ice water baths was 3-5 minutes, with a minimum frequency of once a week. The water temperature during the swimming did not exceed 10°C, approaching 0°C during the winter period.
Official title: Effects of Winter Swimming on Blood Morphological, Rheological, and Biochemical Indicators and Oxidative Stress in Males
Key Details
Gender
MALE
Age Range
25 Years - 60 Years
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
30
Start Date
2021-01-01
Completion Date
2024-12-31
Last Updated
2026-06-23
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
winter swimming
Intervention involves bathing/swimming in cold water during the winter months in open waters
Locations (1)
University of Physical Education
Krakow, Poland