| Keywords |
Eating Attitude Test 26 ; Body Dissatisfaction Index |
| Abstract |
To explore physical characteristics, fitness profiles, and eating behaviors to angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) genotype in Korean elite female athletes, 111 women of national caliber and national team members from seven athletic events (synchronized swimming, 7; volleyball 13; soccer 56; rhythmic gymnastics 9; Taekwondo 7; field hockey 15; and badminton 4) were recruited. Each of them underwent physical examinationand fitness test and fulfilled Eating Attitude Test (EAT26) and Body Dissatisfaction Index (BDI) questionnaires. They also recorded 3-day dietary intake record. At least 5 hairs were collected from them for ACE genotype analyses. The distribution of ACE genotype was 17 (18.1%), 60 (63.8%), 17 (18.1%) for I/I, I/D, and D/D types, respectively. No differences were found in all measured variables including physical characteristics, fitness levels, EAT26 and BDI scores, and daily energy intake when they were grouped by ACE genotype. Since criteria of subject selection were restricted and a limited number of subjects in each sports discipline was recruited, the comparisons may not be statistically significant. In conclusion, there were no differences in physical characteristics, fitness levels, eating behavior, and daily energy intake in elite female athletes when they were grouped by ACE genotype. |