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Genetic profiles and prediction of the success of young athletes' transition from middle- to long-distance runs: an exploratory study.
Pediatric exercise science - 1 Aug 2013
Ben-Zaken Sigal, Meckel Yoav, Lidor Ronnie, Nemet Dan, Eliakim Alon
Abstract excerpt
The aim of the study was to assess whether an aerobic-favoring genetic profile can predict the success of a shift from middle- to long-distance running. Thirteen elite middle-distance runners were divided into successful and nonsuccessful groups in their shift toward long-distance runs. All the runners began their training program at the age of 14-15, and after 6-7 years, changed focus and adjusted their training...
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