DEVELOPMENT OF A METHODOLOGY FOR THE NUTRITION REGIMEN OF MARTIAL ARTISTS BEFORE COMPETITIONS
Keywords:
Martial artists, pre-competition period, nutritional regimen, methodology, macronutrients, energy balance, hydration, weight loss, glycogen stores, physical performance.Abstract
This article addresses the improvement of the nutritional regimen methodology for martial artists (including wrestling, judo, taekwondo, and boxing) during the pre-competition period. Given that weight management and rapid weight loss in combat sports often compromise the functional capacity of athletes, this study analyzes dietary strategies aimed at maintaining energy balance and optimal hydration levels. A tailored methodology optimizing the intake of macronutrients (carbohydrates, proteins, fats) and micronutrients during pre-competition microcycles was developed. The proposed nutritional framework enhances athletic endurance, maximizes muscle glycogen stores, and accelerates recovery processes under competitive stress.
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