Akademik Veri Yönetim Sistemi
Journal of Basic and Clinical Health Sciences, cilt.9, sa.3, ss.554-563, 2025 (ESCI, TRDizin)
Purpose: This study aimed to investigate the effects of training during Ramadan on body composition and aerobic- anaerobic performance parameters in professional male 3x3 basketball players. Material and Methods: Eight healthy male competitive 3x3 basketball players were included in the study. Study data were collected in two sessions, before and immediately after Ramadan, following an acclimatization session. In the first session, anthropometric and body composition measurements, as well as Wingate anaerobic power test and vertical jump test measurements, were taken from the participants. Following a 48-hour rest period, the second session involved a 30-15 interval running test. The changes in pre- and post-intervention data were analyzed using matched simple t-tests, and statistical significance was set at p<0.05. Results: There was a significant decrease in body fat percentage (p: 0.29) and a significant increase in muscle mass (p: 0.001) in participants. In the anaerobic test results, it was determined that the peak (p: 0.047), average power (p: 0.035), and fatigue index (p: 0.020) values increased significantly. Additionally, a significant increase (p: 0.026) was determined in aerobic capacity (VO2max) values. However, no significant difference was found in the vertical jump test values (p: 0.656). Conclusion: The study results indicate that training conducted in conjunction with fasting elicits different responses in terms of anthropometric, physiological, and performance outcomes. The findings are considered to provide useful information regarding 3x3 basketball players.