Participants actively discuss the research's implications, for example, noting that swimmers perform better in the late afternoon, which may influence medal outcomes, and phrases like 'potential role of circadian rhythm' and 'delightful analysis' reflect curiosity and appreciation for the study's significance, indicating overall interest and moderate impact on the field.
AgreementModerate agreement
Most discussions acknowledge the significance of circadian rhythms on athletic performance, especially emphasizing the observable differences in swim times.
InterestHigh interest
The conversations demonstrate strong curiosity about the research, with many posts highlighting the practical impact on Olympic outcomes and athletic training.
EngagementModerate engagement
Some posts delve into the specifics of the study, like pointing out peak performance times and potential medals implications, showing moderate engagement.
ImpactModerate impact
The mentions of how circadian variation could influence medal wins and training schedules suggest the findings are seen as moderately impactful in sports science and practice.
Abstract in brief
The circadian system influences various bodily mechanisms, leading to fluctuations in physical performance throughout the day, which is crucial for athletes aiming to optimize their results.
In a study analyzing Olympic swim times from 2004 to 2016, athletes performed better during final heats, with peak performance around 5:12 PM, showing a significant improvement compared to early morning times.
The impact of time of day on performance is substantial, often greater than the differences that determine medal placements, highlighting the importance of considering circadian rhythms in athletic training and competition scheduling.]
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George Dawson
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Swimmers (open access):
Lok, R., Zerbini, G., Gordijn, M.C.M. et al. Gold, silver or bronze: circadian variation strongly affects performance in Olympic athletes. Sci Rep 10, 16088 (2020). https://t.co/ASQMY1nsgS
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Olympic swimmers achieved better swim times in the late afternoon and early evening, indicating a potential role of the circadian rhythm on performance.
Article: https://t.co/W8KPcEkBJ0
#circadianrhythm #performance #swimming #olympics #sleep #sciencenews https://t.co/riHt66fmEf
A Sunday treat! Circadian variation in Olympic swim performance may be enough to gain or lose a medal. Delightul analysis from @RoelofHut and colleagues. https://t.co/3kPkuGIS3S
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Olympic swimmers achieved better swim times in the late afternoon and early evening, indicating a potential role of the circadian rhythm on performance.
Article: https://t.co/W8KPcEkBJ0
#circadianrhythm #performance #swimming #olympics #sleep #sciencenews https://t.co/riHt66fmEf
Oct 12, 2020 · 5 likes · 1 share · 19,471 followersView post →
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Annika Reads
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A Sunday treat! Circadian variation in Olympic swim performance may be enough to gain or lose a medal. Delightul analysis from @RoelofHut and colleagues. https://t.co/3kPkuGIS3S
Dr. Renske Lok, University of Groningen [IMAGE] | EurekAlert ...
News
Olympic athletes should be mindful of their biological clocks. University of Groningen. Journal: Scientific Reports; DOI: 10.1038/s41598-020-72573-8. Keywords.