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Sex differences in English Channel swimming performance: an experiment of nature

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This study leverages an experiment of nature framework to examine sex-based differences in ultraendurance swimming using English Channel performance data. Males were faster than females, with the greatest differences observed among older swimmers and top performers. Performance was optimal in moderately cool water temperatures (17-18°C). These findings highlight how naturally occurring endurance events provide unique opportunities to study physiological limits and the combined influences of sex, age, and environment on human performance.

Source: Journal of Applied Physiology

DOI: 10.1152/japplphysiol.01009.2025

Authors: Lucas A. Lacambra, Jonathon W. Senefeld, Michael J. Joyner, Shalaya Kipp

Institutions: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Mayo Clinic

Language: English

Topic: Sports Performance and Training

Subfield: Orthopedics and Sports Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W4416998120

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