Značilnosti in dejavniki tveganja za mišično-kostne poškodbe pri vadbi crossfit

slovenian

2024

volume 72, issue 3/4

incidence   musculoskeletal injuries   risk factors   sport

Univerza v Ljubljani, Fakulteta za šport

CrossFit is one of the latest forms of exercises, which combines gymnastic elements, powerlifting, Olympic heavy lifting and aerobic exercises. This form of exercise is based on three basic principles; diversity, high intensity and functional motion. Despite its many beneficial physiological impacts, it is often regarded as having a negative health impact, probably due to the high intensity of the workouts. The purpose of the literature review was to present the incidence, characteristics and risk factors for musculoskeletal injuries in CrossFit training. The literature search was done in the PubMed database with the following key words CrossFit AND injury. Eight studies met the inclusion criteria. The incidence of musculoskeletal injuries at CrossFit training ranged between 19,4% and 56,6%; the incidence rate was between 2,3 and 18,9 injuries/1000 hours of exercise. The most common injuries were those of the shoulder, lower back and knee. The risk factors recognised for CrossFit-related musculoskeletal injuries were male gender, higher body mass and height, previous injuries and elite athletes. Also, athletes who train for a shorter or longer training period, several times a week and don’t have inadequate supervision by a qualified trainer are more prone to the injuries. Exercising with pain is also a risk factor. The incidence and rate of incidence for CrossFit-related musculoskeletal injuries can be compared to other similar sports (gymnastics, athletics, Olympic heavy lifting, powerlifting). By considering the significant risk factors and individually modifying the workouts, we can reduce the incidence of CrossFit-related musculoskeletal injuries.

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