Circadian Regulation for Optimizing Sport and Exercise Performance
This narrative review explores the intricate relationship between circadian regulation and exercise performance, emphasizing the importance of aligning training strategies with the body’s natural physiological fluctuations. The three key mechanisms investigated are temperature, hormonal fluctuations...
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| author | Garrett R. Augsburger Eric J. Sobolewski Guillermo Escalante Austin J. Graybeal |
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| description | This narrative review explores the intricate relationship between circadian regulation and exercise performance, emphasizing the importance of aligning training strategies with the body’s natural physiological fluctuations. The three key mechanisms investigated are temperature, hormonal fluctuations, and diurnal chronotype—an individuals’ exhibition of enhanced physical or cognitive performance at specific times of day. Core body temperature variations impact exercise performance, suggesting strategic workout timing and intensity adjustments. Hormonal patterns (i.e., insulin, cortisol, testosterone) influence energy metabolism and muscle growth, informing tailored training plans. Diurnal chronotypes significantly affect performance, advocating for personalized training sessions based on individual preferences and entrained awakening. Integrating circadian mechanisms into training offers strategic advantages, guiding practitioners to design effective, personalized regimens, though we acknowledge relevant challenges and the need for further research. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-1631a5e350bd473d9dfad89b8ea020db2025-08-20T03:26:20ZengMDPI AGClocks & Sleep2624-51752025-04-01721810.3390/clockssleep7020018Circadian Regulation for Optimizing Sport and Exercise PerformanceGarrett R. Augsburger0Eric J. Sobolewski1Guillermo Escalante2Austin J. Graybeal3Department of Kinesiology, Texas Christian University, Fort Worth, TX 76129, USADepartment of Health Sciences, Furman University, Greenville, SC 29613, USADepartment of Kinesiology, California State University San Bernardino, San Bernardino, CA 92407, USASchool of Kinesiology and Nutrition, University of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg, MS 39402, USAThis narrative review explores the intricate relationship between circadian regulation and exercise performance, emphasizing the importance of aligning training strategies with the body’s natural physiological fluctuations. The three key mechanisms investigated are temperature, hormonal fluctuations, and diurnal chronotype—an individuals’ exhibition of enhanced physical or cognitive performance at specific times of day. Core body temperature variations impact exercise performance, suggesting strategic workout timing and intensity adjustments. Hormonal patterns (i.e., insulin, cortisol, testosterone) influence energy metabolism and muscle growth, informing tailored training plans. Diurnal chronotypes significantly affect performance, advocating for personalized training sessions based on individual preferences and entrained awakening. Integrating circadian mechanisms into training offers strategic advantages, guiding practitioners to design effective, personalized regimens, though we acknowledge relevant challenges and the need for further research.https://www.mdpi.com/2624-5175/7/2/18circadian rhythmdiurnaltime of daymuscle performancetime zonechronotype |
| spellingShingle | Garrett R. Augsburger Eric J. Sobolewski Guillermo Escalante Austin J. Graybeal Circadian Regulation for Optimizing Sport and Exercise Performance Clocks & Sleep circadian rhythm diurnal time of day muscle performance time zone chronotype |
| title | Circadian Regulation for Optimizing Sport and Exercise Performance |
| title_full | Circadian Regulation for Optimizing Sport and Exercise Performance |
| title_fullStr | Circadian Regulation for Optimizing Sport and Exercise Performance |
| title_full_unstemmed | Circadian Regulation for Optimizing Sport and Exercise Performance |
| title_short | Circadian Regulation for Optimizing Sport and Exercise Performance |
| title_sort | circadian regulation for optimizing sport and exercise performance |
| topic | circadian rhythm diurnal time of day muscle performance time zone chronotype |
| url | https://www.mdpi.com/2624-5175/7/2/18 |
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