Abstract
Previous research has shown that following a structured training plan can result in significant changes in body composition in elite football players. However, the effect on body composition changes after athletes complete the same training plan remotely with limited resources needs further investigation.
Highlights
Collegiate football players in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) division 1 participate in a maximum of 8 or 20 hours of weekly in-person sports specific activities [1], depending on off- or in-season, respectively
Anova was used to analyze the changes in weight, body fat, muscle mass, and Body Mass Index (BMI) changes between groups
The purpose of this study is to determine if body composition changes in collegiate football players differ after training remotely during COVID-19 quarantine compared to training on campus during a routine off-season training period
Summary
Collegiate football players in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) division 1 participate in a maximum of 8 or 20 hours of weekly in-person sports specific activities [1], depending on off- or in-season, respectively. On campus during the off-season (JanuaryJuly), football athletes typically spend 6-8 weeks training prior to the start of spring practice. Many universities have larger football training facilities and coaching staffs working with football teams [3] that include athletic trainers, dietitians, and mental health professionals. Collegiate football players retained remote access to training programs and support staff during this time. Previous research has shown that following a structured training plan can result in significant changes in body composition in elite football players. The effect on body composition changes after athletes complete the same training plan remotely with limited resources needs further investigation
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