| Title: |
International Tennis Federation (ITF), Women's Tennis Association (WTA), and Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) Expert Group Statement on Nutrition in High-Performance Tennis. Current Evidence to Inform Practical Recommendations and Guide Future Research |
| Authors: |
Vicente-Salar, Néstor; Crespo Celda, Miguel; Pluim, Babette M.; Fernández-Fernández, Jaime; Stroia, Kathleen; Ellenbecker, Todd; Sanz, David; Del Coso, Juan; Moreno-Pérez, Víctor; Hainline, Brian; López-Samanes, Álvaro; LaRoche, Jessica; Parker-Simmons, Susie; van Reijen, Miriam; Reid, Machar; Duffield, Rob; Girard, Olivier; Love, Page; Broad, Elizabeth; Halson, Shona |
| Source: |
International Journal of Sport Nutrition & Exercise Metabolism; Nov2025, Vol. 35 Issue 6, p557-594, 38p |
| Subject Terms: |
SPORTS injury prevention; CAFFEINE; FOOD consumption; WHEELCHAIR sports; TENNIS; BODY composition; SODIUM bicarbonate; TRAVEL; SPORTS injuries; INTERNATIONAL agencies; NUTRITIONAL requirements; PHYSICAL training & conditioning; RACKET games; DIETARY fats; MICRONUTRIENTS; IMMUNE system; ENERGY metabolism; EATING disorders; HYDRATION; CALCIUM; IRON compounds; SPORTS events; MATHEMATICAL models; CONVALESCENCE; VITAMINS; ATHLETIC ability; DIETARY proteins; THEORY; MINERALS; ATHLETIC associations; DIETARY supplements; VITAMIN D; ERGOGENIC aids; JET lag |
| Abstract: |
The sport of tennis involves unique nutritional demands for the physical and technical aspects of match play and training, as well as the nutritional challenges associated with extensive travel and a lengthy competition calendar. An expert group assembled by The International Tennis Federation, the Women's Tennis Association, and the Association of Tennis Professionals has produced a scientific review of current evidence to inform practical recommendations for high-performance tennis. The narrative summary considers the diversity within the tennis community, including male and female players, youth players, and wheelchair players. The Expert Group Statement addresses nine specific topics: (a) introduction to tennis; (b) physiological characteristics of tennis training and match play; (c) training nutrition; (d) body composition, low energy availability, and relative energy deficiency in sport; (e) match-day nutrition; (f) dietary supplements for tennis performance; (g) environmental and travel issues; (h) nutrition guidelines during periods of illness and injury rehabilitation; and (i) special population groups. The statement advocates for an evidence-based approach to nutrition in high-performance tennis and emphasizes a "food first" philosophy, prioritizing food over supplements to meet nutrient requirements effectively. In recognition of the benefits of sound nutrition, strategies in supporting health and performance over a player's career, academies, national federations, and international organizations are encouraged to engage professionals with appropriate nutrition-related qualifications and professional registrations to support players effectively. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Database: |
Complementary Index |