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Ribas MR, Schneider FK, Ribas DIR, Lass AD, Badicu G, Bassan JC. Genetic Polymorphisms and Their Impact on Body Composition and Performance of Brazilians in a 105 Km Mountain Ultramarathon. Eur J Investig Health Psychol Educ 2023; 13:1751-1761. [PMID: 37754466 PMCID: PMC10528324 DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe13090127] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2023] [Revised: 09/06/2023] [Accepted: 09/08/2023] [Indexed: 09/28/2023] Open
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Although the studied polymorphisms affect muscular proteins, aerobic adaptations, and recovery, their influence on the anthropometric variables and performance in ultramarathon runners is still poorly understood. This study aimed to determine the influence of ACTN3 R577X, ACE I/D, and CK MM A/G NcoI polymorphisms on the changes in the anthropometric variables and running time of 105 km mountain runners, in which 22 male Brazilian elite athletes (35.9 ± 6.5 years) were evaluated. Genotyping of the R577X (RR, RX, and XX), ACE I/D (DD, ID, and II), and CK MM A/G Ncol (AA, AG, and GG) polymorphisms was performed using the Polymerase Chain Reaction-Restriction Fragment Length Polymorphism (PCR-RFLP) technique with DNA extracted from saliva. Body composition was determined via bioimpedance. Pre- and post-race weight differences were observed on athletes with the AA genotype (77.1 ± 5.9 kg; 74.6 ± 5.6 kg) compared with those with the AG genotype (74.5 ± 8.0 kg; 68 ± 5.1 kg) (p = 0.02; p = 0.02). The RR genotype showed a correlation between BMI and running time (R = 0.97; p = 0.004). The genotype II showed a correlation with % fat and fat mass concerning running time (R = 0.91; p = 0.003; R = 0.99; p < 0.0001). The AA genotype was associated with post-race weight and lean mass loss, while the RR genotype correlated with BMI, and the genotype II correlated with % body fat and fat mass in relation to times in the 105 km mountain ultramarathon.
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- Marcelo Romanovitch Ribas
- Postgraduate Program in Electrical Engineering and Industrial Informatics, Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná, Curitiba 80230901, Brazil; (M.R.R.); (F.K.S.)
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- Postgraduate Program in Electrical Engineering and Industrial Informatics, Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná, Curitiba 80230901, Brazil; (M.R.R.); (F.K.S.)
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- Laboratory of Exercise Biochemistry in Health, Graduate Program in Health Sciences, School of Medicine, Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Paraná, Curitiba 80215901, Brazil;
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- Department of Physical Education and Special Motricity, Faculty of Physical Education and Mountain Sports, Transilvania University of Braşov, 500068 Braşov, Romania
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- Postgraduate Program in Physical Education, Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná, Curitiba 81310900, Brazil;
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Zouhal H, Coso JD, Jayavel A, Tourny C, Ravé G, Jebabli N, Clark CCT, Barthélémy B, Hackney AC, Abderrahman AB. Association between ACTN3 R577X genotype and risk of non-contact injury in trained athletes: A systematic review. JOURNAL OF SPORT AND HEALTH SCIENCE 2023; 12:359-368. [PMID: 34284153 DOI: 10.1016/j.jshs.2021.07.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/26/2021] [Revised: 05/13/2021] [Accepted: 06/18/2021] [Indexed: 05/17/2023]
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PURPOSE The aim of this study was to review, systematically, evidence concerning the link between the ACTN3 R577X polymorphism and the rates and severity of non-contact injuries and exercise-induced muscle damage in athletes and individuals enrolled in exercise training programs. METHODS A computerized literature search was performed in the electronic databases PubMed, Web of Science, and SPORTDiscus, from inception until November 2020. All included studies compared the epidemiological characteristics of non-contact injury between the different genotypes of the ACTN3 R577X polymorphism. RESULTS Our search identified 492 records. After the screening of titles, abstracts, and full texts, 13 studies examining the association between the ACTN3 genotypes and the rate and severity of non-contact injury were included in the analysis. These studies were performed in 6 different countries (Spain, Japan, Brazil, China, the Republic of Korea, and Italy) and involved a total participant pool of 1093 participants. Of the studies, 2 studies involved only women, 5 studies involved only men, and 6 studies involved both men and women. All the studies included were classified as high-quality studies (≥6 points in the Physiotherapy Evidence Database (PEDro) scale score). Overall, evidence suggests there is an association between the ACTN3 R577X genotype and non-contact injury in 12 investigations. Six studies observed a significant association between ACTN3 R577X polymorphism and exercise induced muscle damage: 2 with non-contact ankle injury, 3 with non-contact muscle injury, and 1 with overall non-contact injury. CONCLUSION The present findings support the premise that possessing the ACTN3 XX genotype may predispose athletes to a higher probability of some non-contact injuries, such as muscle injury, ankle sprains, and higher levels of exercise-induced muscle damage.
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- Hassane Zouhal
- M2S (Laboratoire Mouvement, Sport, Santé)-EA 1274, Department of Sport Sciences, University of Rennes, Rennes F-35000, France.
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- Rey Juan Carlos University, Centre for Sport Studies, Madrid 28032, Spain
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- SRM College of Physiotherapy, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, SRM Nagar, Kattankulathur 603203, India
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- Department of Sport Sciences, University of Rouen, Mont Saint Aignan, CETAPS EA 3832, F-76821, France
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- Higher Institute of Sport and Physical Education, Ksar-Said, University of Manouba, Tunis 2010, Tunisia
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- Centre for Intelligent Healthcare, Coventry University, Coventry CV1 5FB, UK
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- Department of Exercise & Sport Science, Department of Nutrition, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA
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Kumagai H, Miyamoto-Mikami E, Takaragawa M, Kuriki K, Goto C, Shibata K, Yamada N, Hosono A, Fuku M, Suzuki S, Fuku N. Genetic polymorphisms in CYP19A1 and ESR1 are associated with serum CK activity after prolonged running in men. J Appl Physiol (1985) 2022; 132:966-973. [PMID: 35175101 DOI: 10.1152/japplphysiol.00374.2021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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This study aimed to clarify 1) the influence of genetic polymorphisms in the cytochrome P450 aromatase gene (CYP19A1) on circulating estradiol levels in men and 2) whether estrogen-related genetic polymorphisms, such as the CYP19A1 rs936306 and estrogen receptor-α (ESR1) rs2234693 polymorphisms, predict exercise-induced muscle damage. Serum estradiol levels were examined in young men (n = 167). In a different cohort, serum creatine kinase (CK) activity, an index of skeletal muscle membrane disruption, was analyzed in a 2-days ultramarathon race: baseline, after the first day, and after the second day (114 males and 25 females). Genetic polymorphisms in CYP19A1 rs936306 C/T and ESR1 rs2234693 T/C were analyzed using the TaqMan SNP genotyping assay. Male subjects with the TT genotype of the CYP19A1 polymorphism exhibited significantly higher serum estradiol levels than the C allele carriers. Male runners had significantly higher post-race serum CK activity than female runners. The change in the CK activity during the ultramarathon race was significantly lower in male subjects with the CYP19A1 TT genotype than in those with the CC+CT genotypes, and was correlated with the number of C alleles in ESR1 rs2234693 in male subjects. Furthermore, the genotype scores of these two polymorphisms were significantly correlated with changes in serum CK activity during race (r = ‒0.279, P = 0.003). The results of this study suggest that genetic polymorphisms in CYP19A1 rs936306 influence serum estradiol levels in men, and genetic polymorphisms in CYP19A1 and ESR1 are associated with serum CK activity in men.
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- Hiroshi Kumagai
- Graduate School of Health and Sports Science, Juntendo University, Inzai, Japan
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- Graduate School of Health and Sports Science, Juntendo University, Inzai, Japan
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- Graduate School of Health and Sports Science, Juntendo University, Inzai, Japan
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- School of Food and Nutritional Sciences, University of Shizuoka, Shizuoka, Japan
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- Faculty of Health and Human Life, Nagoya Bunri University, Inazawa, Japan
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- Department of Human Life and Sciences, Nagoya University of Economics, Nagoya, Japan
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- Faculty of Agriculture, Setsunan University, Neyagawa, Japan
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- Atsuta Health Center, City of Nagoya, Japan.,Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Nagoya City University, Nagoya, Japan
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- Graduate School of Health and Sports Science, Juntendo University, Inzai, Japan.,Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Tsudanuma Central General Hospital, Narashino, Japan
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- Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Nagoya City University, Nagoya, Japan
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- Graduate School of Health and Sports Science, Juntendo University, Inzai, Japan
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de Lima LCR, Bueno Junior CR, de Oliveira Assumpção C, de Menezes Bassan N, Barreto RV, Cardozo AC, Greco CC, Denadai BS. The Impact of ACTN3 Gene Polymorphisms on Susceptibility to Exercise-Induced Muscle Damage and Changes in Running Economy Following Downhill Running. Front Physiol 2021; 12:769971. [PMID: 34867477 PMCID: PMC8634444 DOI: 10.3389/fphys.2021.769971] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/02/2021] [Accepted: 10/18/2021] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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This study aimed to investigate if ACTN3 gene polymorphism impacts the susceptibility to exercise-induced muscle damage (EIMD) and changes in running economy (RE) following downhill running. Thirty-five healthy men were allocated to the two groups based on their ACTN3 gene variants: RR and X allele carriers. Neuromuscular function [knee extensor isometric peak torque (IPT), rate of torque development (RTD), and countermovement, and squat jump height], indirect markers of EIMD [muscle soreness, mid-thigh circumference, knee joint range of motion, and serum creatine kinase (CK) activity], and RE (oxygen uptake, minute ventilation, blood lactate concentration, and perceived exertion) for 5-min of running at a speed equivalent to 80% of individual maximal oxygen uptake speed were assessed before, immediately after, and 1-4 days after a 30-min downhill run (-15%). Neuromuscular function was compromised (P < 0.05) following downhill running with no differences between the groups, except for IPT, which was more affected in the RR individuals compared with the X allele carriers immediately (-24.9 ± 6.9% vs. -16.3 ± 6.5%, respectively) and 4 days (-16.6 ± 14.9% vs. -4.2 ± 9.5%, respectively) post-downhill running. EIMD manifested similarly for both the groups except for serum CK activity, which was greater for RR (398 ± 120 and 452 ± 126 U L-1 at 2 and 4 days following downhill running, respectively) compared with the X allele carriers (273 ± 121 and 352 ± 114 U L-1 at the same time points). RE was compromised following downhill running (16.7 ± 8.3% and 11 ± 7.5% increases in oxygen uptake immediately following downhill running for the RR and X allele carriers, respectively) with no difference between the groups. We conclude that although RR individuals appear to be more susceptible to EIMD following downhill running, this does not extend to the changes in RE.
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- Leonardo Coelho Rabello de Lima
- Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Physical Education, São Paulo State University, Rio Claro, Brazil.,Faculty of Biological and Health Sciences, School of Physical Education, Centro Universitário da Fundação Hermínio Ometto, Araras, Brazil.,School of Physical Education, Campus Liceu Salesiano, Centro Universitário Salesiano de São Paulo, Campinas, Brazil
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- Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Physical Education, São Paulo State University, Rio Claro, Brazil.,Physical Education and Sports Institute, Federal University of Ceará, Fortaleza, Brazil
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- Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Physical Education, São Paulo State University, Rio Claro, Brazil
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- Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Physical Education, São Paulo State University, Rio Claro, Brazil
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- Biomechanics Laboratory, Department of Physical Education, São Paulo State University, Rio Claro, Brazil
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- Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Physical Education, São Paulo State University, Rio Claro, Brazil
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- Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Physical Education, São Paulo State University, Rio Claro, Brazil
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Saparamadu AADNS, Teo WZY, Arsad A. Avoidable healthcare costs of spinning-induced rhabdomyolysis: a case series. Intern Med J 2021; 51:1946-1949. [PMID: 34796635 DOI: 10.1111/imj.15568] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/24/2021] [Revised: 06/23/2021] [Accepted: 07/11/2021] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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Spinning-induced rhabdomyolysis (SIR) is a well documented cause of exertional rhabdomyolysis. We aim to raise awareness and to call for preventive action towards avoidable healthcare costs associated with SIR. To this end, we describe three cases of SIR, associated healthcare costs and possible preventive strategies. We propose that community-based preventive measures should be considered in addressing the economic consequences of SIR.
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- Fast Program, Alexandra Hospital, National University Health System, Singapore.,Department of Haematology-Oncology, National University Cancer Institute, Singapore (NCIS), National University Health System, Singapore
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- Fast Program, Alexandra Hospital, National University Health System, Singapore.,Division of Advanced Internal Medicine, Department of Medicine, National University Hospital, National University Health System, Singapore
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Liu X, Liu H, Chen Z, Xiao J, Cao Y. DAF-16 acts as the "hub" of astaxanthin's anti-aging mechanism to improve aging-related physiological functions in Caenorhabditis elegans. Food Funct 2021; 12:9098-9110. [PMID: 34397058 DOI: 10.1039/d1fo01069g] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Astaxanthin (AX) is a xanthophyll carotenoid that can effectively inhibit the production of peroxides and thereby protect the body from oxidative damage. In recent years, AX had been shown to have anti-aging properties, both in vivo and in vitro. However, the underlying mechanisms by which AX regulates senescence related proteins and signaling pathways remain unclear. Therefore, we used Caenorhabditis elegans (C. elegans) model binding proteomics to reveal AX anti-aging activity and its molecular mechanism. Our results suggest that AX promotes the health and lifespan of C. elegans by improving mobility, reducing the accumulation of age pigments, and increasing resistance to heat stress. In terms of the underlying mechanism, AX helps prolong the life of worms by regulating AGE-1 in the insulin signaling pathway, promoting the transport of DAF-16 into the nucleus and then up-regulating the expression level of DAF-16's downstream proteins (such as superoxide dismutase [Mn] 2 (SOD-3), heat shock proteins (HSPs), glutathione s-transferase (GST-4), etc.). Furthermore, AX may be a relevant response target for activation of dietary restriction pathways in vivo as a dietary restriction mimic. Meanwhile, proteomics data confirmed that there were 15 proteins enriched in the longevity regulation pathway. AX mainly regulates oxidative stress and the aging process by modulating the insulin signaling pathway around DAF-16 as the "hub". In addition to the insulin signaling pathway, other pathways including dietary restriction, AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK), and mammal target of rapamycin (mTOR) are also dependent on DAF-16. These findings expand and deepen our knowledge of the underlying mechanism by which AX extends the lifespan of C. elegans.
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- Xiaojuan Liu
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Nutraceuticals and Functional Foods, College of Food Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou, 510642, Guangdong, China. and Guangdong Laboratory for Lingnan Modern Agriculture, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Nutraceuticals and Functional Foods, College of Food Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou, 510642, Guangdong, China. and Guangdong Laboratory for Lingnan Modern Agriculture, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Nutraceuticals and Functional Foods, College of Food Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou, 510642, Guangdong, China. and Guangdong Laboratory for Lingnan Modern Agriculture, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Nutraceuticals and Functional Foods, College of Food Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou, 510642, Guangdong, China. and Guangdong Laboratory for Lingnan Modern Agriculture, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Nutraceuticals and Functional Foods, College of Food Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou, 510642, Guangdong, China. and Guangdong Laboratory for Lingnan Modern Agriculture, Guangzhou 510642, China
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Ribas MR, Zonatto HA, Ribas DIR, Bassan JC. R577X OF THE ACTN3 GENE AS PREDICTOR OF PHYSICAL PERFORMANCE IN ULTRAMARATHON RUNNERS. REV BRAS MED ESPORTE 2020. [DOI: 10.1590/1517-869220202606221667] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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ABSTRACT Introduction: Genetic factors appear to explain why some athletes perform better in competition and training than their peers. Objective: To determine the occurrence of R577X polymorphism of the ACTN3 gene in mountain runners. Methods: The sample consisted of 19 female mountain runners with a mean age of 41.2 ± 6.1 years. Genotyping of R577X polymorphism of the ACTN3 gene was performed by the polymerase chain reaction (PCR) method with DNA extracted from saliva. The genotypic and allelic frequencies of the athletes were evaluated and compared with data from the literature. Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium and Chi-square with Yates correction were used, with a significance level of p<0.05. Results: The genotypic distributions did not show any significant differences between the athletes and the control group, with RR = 15.8%, RX = 57.9%, XX = 26.3%. In regard to allelic distribution, the nonfunctional allele was higher in the study group than in the control group, with R = 44.7%, X = 55.3% for p = 0.0350. Conclusion: The data revealed a possible relationship between the ACTN3 X allele and athletic performance in Brazilian female mountain runners. Level of evidence II; Development of diagnostic criteria in consecutive patients (with “gold” reference standard applied).
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- Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná, Brazil; Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná, Brazil
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Effect of ACTN3 Genotype on Sports Performance, Exercise-Induced Muscle Damage, and Injury Epidemiology. Sports (Basel) 2020; 8:sports8070099. [PMID: 32668587 PMCID: PMC7404684 DOI: 10.3390/sports8070099] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/28/2020] [Revised: 06/30/2020] [Accepted: 07/09/2020] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Genetic factors play a significant role in athletic performance and its related phenotypes such as power, strength and aerobic capacity. In this regard, the lack of a muscle protein due to a genetic polymorphism has been found to affect sport performance in a wide variety of ways. α-actinin-3 is a protein located within the skeletal muscle with a key role in the production of sarcomeric force. A common stop-codon polymorphism (rs1815739; R577X) in the gene that codes for α-actinin-3 (ACTN3) produces individuals with the XX genotype that lack expression of a functional α-actinin-3. In contrast, individuals with the R-allele (i.e., RX vs. RR genotypes) in this polymorphism can express α-actinin-3. Interestingly, around ~18% of the world population have the XX genotype and much has been debated about why a polymorphism that produces a lack of a muscle protein has endured natural selection. Several investigations have found that α-actinin-3 deficiency due to XX homozygosity in the ACTN3 R577X polymorphism can negatively affect sports performance through several structural, metabolic, or signaling changes. In addition, new evidence suggests that α-actinin-3 deficiency may also impact sports performance through indirect factors such a higher risk for injury or lower resistance to muscle-damaging exercise. The purpose of this discussion is to provide a clear explanation of the effect of α-actinin-3 deficiency due to the ACTN3 XX genotype on sport. Key focus has been provided about the effect of α-actinin-3 deficiency on morphologic changes in skeletal muscle, on the low frequency of XX athletes in some athletic disciplines, and on injury epidemiology.
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Moreno V, Areces F, Ruiz-Vicente D, Ordovás JM, Del Coso J. Influence of the ACTN3 R577X genotype on the injury epidemiology of marathon runners. PLoS One 2020; 15:e0227548. [PMID: 31990958 PMCID: PMC6986710 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0227548] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2019] [Accepted: 12/18/2019] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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A common single nucleotide polymorphism in the ACTN3 gene might result in the complete deficiency of α-actinin-3 (i.e., XX genotype). It has been found that ACTN3 XX individuals have several traits related to lessened muscle performance. This study aimed to determine the influence, if any, of ACTN3 genotypes on injury incidence of marathoners during the year preceding to participating in a competitive marathon race. Using a cross-sectional experimental design, the type and conditions of sports injuries were documented for one year in a group of 139 marathoners. Injuries were recorded following a consensus statement on injuries in Athletics. Afterward, ACTN3 genotyping was performed, and injury epidemiology was compared among RR, RX, and XX genotypes. The distribution of the RR/RX/XX genotypes was 28.8/42.8/23.5%, respectively. A total of 67 injuries were recorded. The frequency of marathoners that reported any injury during the previous year was not different across the genotypes (55.0/38.8/40.6%, P = 0.241). Although the overall injury incidence was not different among genotypes (2.78/1.65/1.94 injuries/1000 h of running, P = 0.084), the likelihood of suffering an injury was higher in RR than in RX (OR = 1.93: 95%CI = 0.87–4.30), and higher than in XX (OR = 1.79: 0.70–4.58). There was no difference in the conditions, severity, body location, time of year, or leading cause of injury among genotypes. However, XX presented a higher frequency of sudden-onset injuries (P = 0.024), and the OR for muscle-type injuries was 2.0 (0.51–7.79) times higher compared to RR runners. Although XX marathoners did not have a higher overall incidence of injury, the OR in these runners for muscle-type injuries was superior to RR and RX runners. The likelihood of suffering a muscle injury, especially with a sudden-onset, was twice in XX than in RR endurance runners.
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- Victor Moreno
- Sports Research Centre, Miguel Hernandez University of Elche, Alicante, Spain
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- Exercise Physiology Laboratory, Camilo José Cela University, Madrid, Spain
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- Exercise Physiology Laboratory, Camilo José Cela University, Madrid, Spain
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- USDA ARS, Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts University, Boston, MA, United States of America
- IMDEA Food Institute, CEI UAM + CSIC, Madrid, Spain
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- Centre for Sport Studies, Rey Juan Carlos University, Fuenlabrada, Madrid, Spain
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Del Coso J, Hiam D, Houweling P, Pérez LM, Eynon N, Lucía A. More than a 'speed gene': ACTN3 R577X genotype, trainability, muscle damage, and the risk for injuries. Eur J Appl Physiol 2018; 119:49-60. [PMID: 30327870 DOI: 10.1007/s00421-018-4010-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/14/2018] [Accepted: 10/05/2018] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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A common null polymorphism (rs1815739; R577X) in the gene that codes for α-actinin-3 (ACTN3) has been related to different aspects of exercise performance. Individuals who are homozygous for the X allele are unable to express the α-actinin-3 protein in the muscle as opposed to those with the RX or RR genotype. α-actinin-3 deficiency in the muscle does not result in any disease. However, the different ACTN3 genotypes can modify the functioning of skeletal muscle during exercise through structural, metabolic or signaling changes, as shown in both humans and in the mouse model. Specifically, the ACTN3 RR genotype might favor the ability to generate powerful and forceful muscle contractions. Leading to an overall advantage of the RR genotype for enhanced performance in some speed and power-oriented sports. In addition, RR genotype might also favor the ability to withstand exercise-induced muscle damage, while the beneficial influence of the XX genotype on aerobic exercise performance needs to be validated in human studies. More information is required to unveil the association of ACTN3 genotype with trainability and injury risk during acute or chronic exercise.
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- Juan Del Coso
- Exercise Physiology Laboratory, Camilo José Cela University, Madrid, Spain.
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- Institute for Health and Sport (iHeS), Victoria University, Melbourne, Australia
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- Universidad Europea de Madrid (Faculty of Sport Sciences) and Research Institute i+12, Madrid, Spain.,Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red de Fragilidad y Envejecimiento Saludable, Madrid, Spain
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- Institute for Health and Sport (iHeS), Victoria University, Melbourne, Australia.,Murdoch Childrens Research Institute, Melbourne, Australia
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- Universidad Europea de Madrid (Faculty of Sport Sciences) and Research Institute i+12, Madrid, Spain
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Belli T, Macedo DV, de Araújo GG, Dos Reis IGM, Scariot PPM, Lazarim FL, Nunes LAS, Brenzikofer R, Gobatto CA. Mountain Ultramarathon Induces Early Increases of Muscle Damage, Inflammation, and Risk for Acute Renal Injury. Front Physiol 2018; 9:1368. [PMID: 30349484 PMCID: PMC6186806 DOI: 10.3389/fphys.2018.01368] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2018] [Accepted: 09/10/2018] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Purpose: This study aimed to investigate changes in muscle damage during the course of a 217-km mountain ultramarathon (MUM). In an integrative perspective, inflammatory response and renal function were also studied. Methods: Six male ultra-runners were tested four times: pre-race, at 84 km, at 177 km, and immediately after the race. Blood samples were analyzed for serum muscle enzymes, acute-phase protein, cortisol, and renal function biomarkers. Results: Serum creatine kinase (CK), lactate dehydrogenase (LDH), and aspartate aminotransferase (AST) increased significantly throughout the race (P < 0.001, P < 0.001; P = 0.002, respectively), and effect size (ES) denoted a large magnitude of muscle damage. These enzymes increased from pre-race (132 ± 18, 371 ± 66, and 28 ± 3 U/L, respectively) to 84 km (30, 1.8, and 3.9-fold, respectively); further increased from 84 to 177 km (4.6, 2.9, and 6.1-fold, respectively), followed by a stable phase until the finish line. Regarding the inflammatory response, significant differences were found for C-reactive protein (CRP) (P < 0.001) and cortisol (P < 0.001). CRP increased from pre-race (0.9 ± 0.3 mg/L) to 177 km (243-fold), cortisol increased from pre-race (257 ± 30 mmol/L) to the 84 km (2.9-fold), and both remained augmented until the finish line. Significant changes were observed for creatinine (P = 0.03), urea (P = 0.001), and glomerular filtration rate (GFR) (P < 0.001), and ES confirmed a moderate magnitude of changes in renal function biomarkers. Creatinine and urea increased, and GFR decreased from pre-race (1.00 ± 0.03 mg/dL, 33 ± 6 mg/dL, and 89 ± 5 ml/min/1.73 m2, respectively) to 84 km (1.3, 3.5, and 0.7-fold, respectively), followed by a plateau phase until the finish line. Conclusion: This study shows evidence that muscle damage biomarkers presented early peak levels and they were followed by a plateau phase during the last segment of a 217-km MUM. The acute-phase response had a similar change of muscle damage. In addition, our data showed that our volunteers meet the risk criteria for acute kidney injury from 84 km until they finished the race, without demonstrating any clinical symptomatology.
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Affiliation(s)
- Taisa Belli
- Laboratory of Applied Sport Physiology (LAFAE), School of Applied Sciences, University of Campinas, Limeira, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Exercise Biochemistry (LABEX), Biochemistry Department, Biology Institute, University of Campinas, Campinas, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Applied Sport Physiology (LAFAE), School of Applied Sciences, University of Campinas, Limeira, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Applied Sport Physiology (LAFAE), School of Applied Sciences, University of Campinas, Limeira, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Exercise Biochemistry (LABEX), Biochemistry Department, Biology Institute, University of Campinas, Campinas, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Exercise Biochemistry (LABEX), Biochemistry Department, Biology Institute, University of Campinas, Campinas, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Instrumentation for Biomechanics (LIB), Faculty of Physical Education, University of Campinas, Campinas, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Applied Sport Physiology (LAFAE), School of Applied Sciences, University of Campinas, Limeira, Brazil
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Pickering C, Kiely J. ACTN3: More than Just a Gene for Speed. Front Physiol 2017; 8:1080. [PMID: 29326606 PMCID: PMC5741991 DOI: 10.3389/fphys.2017.01080] [Citation(s) in RCA: 56] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2017] [Accepted: 12/08/2017] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
Abstract
Over the last couple of decades, research has focused on attempting to understand the genetic influence on sports performance. This has led to the identification of a number of candidate genes which may help differentiate between elite and non-elite athletes. One of the most promising genes in that regard is ACTN3, which has commonly been referred to as “a gene for speed”. Recent research has examined the influence of this gene on other performance phenotypes, including exercise adaptation, exercise recovery, and sporting injury risk. In this review, we identified 19 studies exploring these phenotypes. Whilst there was large variation in the results of these studies, as well as extremely heterogeneous cohorts, there is overall a tentative consensus that ACTN3 genotype can impact the phenotypes of interest. In particular, the R allele of a common polymorphism (R577X) is associated with enhanced improvements in strength, protection from eccentric training-induced muscle damage, and sports injury. This illustrates that ACTN3 is more than just a gene for speed, with potentially wide-ranging influence on muscle function, knowledge of which may aid in the future personalization of exercise training programmes.
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- Craig Pickering
- School of Sport and Wellbeing, Institute of Coaching and Performance, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, United Kingdom.,Exercise and Nutritional Genomics Research Centre, DNAFit Ltd., London, United Kingdom
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- School of Sport and Wellbeing, Institute of Coaching and Performance, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, United Kingdom
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