EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM AEROBIC EXERCISE ON THE ANTIOXIDANT SYSTEM AND LYMPHOCYTE DNA DAMAGE BY TRIATHLON DISTANCE

Background and Objective This study aimed to investigate the effects of long-term aerobic exercise on muscle damage markers, lymphocyte DNA damage, and antioxidant system in amateur athletes. Material and Methods Eleven healthy men in their 30s and 40s without any medical illness, who did not smoke or drink, and had completed at least two amateur triathlon races (O2 and Olympic courses) were enrolled. They underwent physical examination and...