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Recovery Strategies and Diurnal Variation in Adolescent Judokas
Sponsor: Inonu University
Summary
The purpose of this study is to compare the effects of three different recovery strategies-sports massage (SM), static stretching (SS), and passive rest (PR)-on physiological and neuromuscular recovery in adolescent male judokas. Additionally, the study investigates the role of diurnal variation (morning vs. evening sessions) on recovery performance. Thirteen competitive adolescent judokas participated in a randomized crossover design. Recovery was assessed using physiological markers such as heart rate (HR) and blood lactate (La-) levels, as well as neuromuscular performance through countermovement jump (CMJ) and medicine ball throw tests. The findings aim to identify the most effective recovery modality for young athletes to optimize performance and prevent overtraining during intensive training or competition schedules.
Official title: Comparative Effects of Sports Massage, Passive Rest, and Static Stretching on Physiological and Neuromuscular Recovery in Adolescent Judokas: The Role of Diurnal Variation
Key Details
Gender
MALE
Age Range
10 Years - 13 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
13
Start Date
2024-03-05
Completion Date
2024-08-25
Last Updated
2026-05-14
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Interventions
Sports Massage
A 10-minute sports massage protocol was applied to the major muscle groups of the lower and upper body, specifically those involved in judo movements, to facilitate recovery.
Static Stretching
A 10-minute static stretching session involving major muscle groups. Each stretch was held for a duration consistent with clinical standards to the point of mild discomfort
Passive Rest
Participants rested quietly in a seated position for 10 minutes in a neutral environment, with no physical activity or external stimulation.
Locations (1)
Inonu University, Faculty of Sport Sciences
Malatya, Malatya, Turkey (Türkiye)