This study aims to address the gap by investigating the correlation between body composition and metabolism in adult and older Filipino endurance and strength athletes. It seeks to offer significant insights that can guide age- and sport-specific training programs, nutritional strategies, and health interventions adapted to the requirements of Filipino athletes. The results may help enhance the wider discussion on fostering healthy aging and athletic longevity in the Philippines.
Male or female athletes aged 20-40 (early and mid-adults) and 60-69 (older adults)
Natural-born Filipinos with maternal and paternal Filipino heritage
Current and former national and professional athletes, actively participating in endurance or strength sports events or recreational sports events
Current off-season athletes undergoing training or former professional athletes who played <3 years ago
Unable to comprehend and answer the questions
Presence of metal implants and/or pacemaker
Has limited mobility and a history of orthopedic surgery (that may limit their mobility)
With medically diagnosed severe diseases that could affect body composition or metabolism (i.e., cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, cancer, renal diseases, thyroid disorders)
Food and Nutrition Research Institute, Philippines
Lead sponsor
Philippine Council for Health Research & Development
Collaborator