Effects of Aging upon U.S. Masters Championship Swim Performance.

摘要

The U.S. Masters swim record data for middle-aged male swimmers for the 100 yard breast stroke and the 100 yard freestyle events were examined to assess the effects of aging upon championship swim performance. From this data, a decline in swim performance of roughly one per-cent per year was seen over ages 25-29 years. This decline in swim performance closely matched documented deteriorations of two measurements of pulmonary function in man over the same age span--maximum oxygen uptake and maximum pulmonary ventilation. The utility of such an estimate of the effects of aging upon championship swim performance is discussed. (Author)