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1- College of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, University of Baghdad, Baghdad, Iraq. , omar.taha@cope.uobaghdad.edu.iq
2- College of Physical Education and Sports Sciences for Women, University of Baghdad, Baghdad, Iraq.
3- College of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, University of Baghdad, Baghdad, Iraq.
2- College of Physical Education and Sports Sciences for Women, University of Baghdad, Baghdad, Iraq.
3- College of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, University of Baghdad, Baghdad, Iraq.
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Background. Weightlifting demands exceptional physical performance reliant on muscular strength and endurance, rendering nutrition and the presence of important mineral elements critical to attaining sports success.
Objectives. The study of the relationship between certain biochemical indicators (iron, potassium, zinc, magnesium, sodium, and selenium) and the level of athletic performance in weightlifters.
Methods. The research sample was selected in a deliberate way to suit the nature of the research and its procedures, and the study sample consisted of 7 weightlifters from Amanat Baghdad Sports Club for the 2024/2025 sports season; the age group was the applicants, and the weight category was 73 kg.
Results. The results showed that weightlifters with sufficient levels of these minerals achieved achievements in the snatch lift test, with a positive correlation relationship between achievement and levels of mineral elements, as the values of the correlation coefficient were as follows, iron (0.7270), potassium (0.6930), zinc (0.7490), magnesium (0.8070), sodium (0.7430), selenium (0.7760).
Conclusion. The study concluded that iron, zinc, and magnesium are crucial for weightlifters' snatch lift performance, and their absence can lead to a decline. Potassium increases endurance and reduces muscle spasms, while zinc boosts the immune system and healing processes. A balanced diet with adequate mineral elements is essential for optimal snatch lift results. A lack of these elements can result in a decline in performance.
Objectives. The study of the relationship between certain biochemical indicators (iron, potassium, zinc, magnesium, sodium, and selenium) and the level of athletic performance in weightlifters.
Methods. The research sample was selected in a deliberate way to suit the nature of the research and its procedures, and the study sample consisted of 7 weightlifters from Amanat Baghdad Sports Club for the 2024/2025 sports season; the age group was the applicants, and the weight category was 73 kg.
Results. The results showed that weightlifters with sufficient levels of these minerals achieved achievements in the snatch lift test, with a positive correlation relationship between achievement and levels of mineral elements, as the values of the correlation coefficient were as follows, iron (0.7270), potassium (0.6930), zinc (0.7490), magnesium (0.8070), sodium (0.7430), selenium (0.7760).
Conclusion. The study concluded that iron, zinc, and magnesium are crucial for weightlifters' snatch lift performance, and their absence can lead to a decline. Potassium increases endurance and reduces muscle spasms, while zinc boosts the immune system and healing processes. A balanced diet with adequate mineral elements is essential for optimal snatch lift results. A lack of these elements can result in a decline in performance.
Keywords: Sports Nutrition, Weightlifting Sports, Athletic Performance, Snatch Lift, Essential Minerals.
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APPLICABLE REMARKS
APPLICABLE REMARKS
- Professional weightlifters should adopt thoughtful dietary strategies that include mineral supplements, if necessary, especially in cases of mineral deficiencies, to ensure improved athletic performance and the ability to recover.
Type of Study: Original Article |
Subject:
Sport Physiology and its related branches
Received: 2025/02/1 | Accepted: 2025/04/29
Received: 2025/02/1 | Accepted: 2025/04/29
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