ArticleEuropean journal of applied physiology2021
Respiratory impact of a grand tour: insight from professional cycling.
Article in European journal of applied physiology, 2021. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 6 papers.
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- Comparative analysis of body composition and pulmonary function in elite male deaf endurance athletes - track and field and road cycling.BMC sports science, medicine & rehabilitation · 2026Article
- The metabolic signature of excessive endurance exercise-A prospective study in Tour de France cyclists.iScience · 2026Article
- "Beyond the Finish Line" the Epidemiology of Injury and Illness in Professional Cycling: Insights from a Year-Long Prospective Study.Sports (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
- Epidemiology of injury and illness across all the competitive cycling disciplines: a systematic review and meta-analysis.BMJ open sport & exercise medicine · 2025Article
- Impact of Isolated Exercise-Induced Small Airway Dysfunction on Exercise Performance in Professional Male Cyclists.Sports (Basel, Switzerland) · 2024Article
- Effect of Hydration on Pulmonary Function and Development of Exercise-Induced Bronchoconstriction among Professional Male Cyclists.Advances in respiratory medicine · 2023Article
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Abstract
purposeThe aim of this study was to evaluate the respiratory function and symptom perception in professional cyclists completing a Grand Tour (GT).
methodsNine male cyclists completed La Vuelta or Tour de France (2018/19). At study entry, airway inflammation was measured via fractional exhaled nitric oxide (FeNO). Respiratory symptoms and pulmonary function were assessed prior to the first stage (Pre-GT), at the second rest day (Mid-GT) and prior to the final stage of the GT (Late-GT). Sniff nasal inspiratory pressure (SNIP) was assessed at pre and late-GT timepoints.
resultsSeven cyclists reported respiratory symptoms during the race (with a prominence of upper airway issues). Symptom severity increased either mid or late-GT for most cyclists. A decline in FEV
conclusionGT competition is associated with a high prevalence of upper respiratory symptoms and a meaningful decline in lung function in professional cyclists. Further research is now required to understand the underpinning physiological mechanisms and determine the impact on overall respiratory health and elite cycling performance and recovery.
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