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September 10, 2025THE SKY-International Journal of Physical Education and Sports Sciences (IJPESS)Open Access

Obesity Among Athletes: An Analysis of Contributing Factors and Impact on Sports Performance

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USUzair Ahmed SoomroSASoniha Aslam

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Qualitative analysis identifies obesity's impact on athletic performance, indicating a need for targeted interventions.

Key Points

  • A significant 42% of athletes were either overweight or obese, impacting endurance and agility.
  • Primary factors contributing to obesity include lifestyle, psychological pressures, and injury-related inactivity.
  • Qualitative analysis based on survey data from 50 athletes reveals critical ties between obesity and performance.
  • Interventions like nutrition education and mental health support may enhance performance and overall health.

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Soomro et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c1c63654b1d3bfb60f2031https://doi.org/10.51846/the-sky.v9i1.3970
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