Effect of Moderate Hypoxia on Selected  Biochemical and Physiological Variables  of Middle and Long Distance Runners

Jince Kappan; Dr. Sureshkutty. K

Volume : II, Issue : IV, April - 2013

Effect of Moderate Hypoxia on Selected Biochemical and Physiological Variables of Middle and Long Distance Runners

Jince Kappan, Dr. Sureshkutty. K

Abstract :

The purpose of this study was to determine the Effect of Moderate Hypoxia on Selected Biochemical and Physiological Variables such as, H.D.L, L.D.L, Creatine, Blood Lactate, Haemoglobin, R.B.C, W.B.C, Resting Pulse Rate, Blood Pressure and Vital Capacity of Middle and Long Distance Runners. 40 college level middle and long distance runners were selected and divided in to two groups. The selected subjects were trained athletes. This is to avoid the acclimatization problem. The experimental group exposed to the experimental training at high altitude and control group undergone their training at sea level. The training was given for a period of six months. All the subjects were tested in the selected Biochemical and Physiological Variables before and after the training program. Biochemical variables will be tested with the help of lab experts. Resting pulse rate was taken at the radial artery and the pulse counted for one minute was recorded in number of beats per minute. Blood pressure was taken by using a standard Sphygmomanometer, a stethoscope. Both systolic and diastolic blood pressures recorded. Vital Capacity was taken by using a hand Spirometer. Dependent �t� test was used to find out the mean differences since the groups will be equal and will be independent on the same treatment variable.