Nutrition Education Protocol in Artistic Roller Skating: A Quasi-Experimental Pre-Post Study Design
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https://doi.org/10.14306/renhyd.30.3.2563Keywords:
Nutritional status, Anthropometry, Eating disorders risk, AdolescentAbstract
Introduction: Artistic roller skating is an aesthetic and weight-sensitive sport in which body composition and appearance may influence performance outcomes. Adolescent athletes in these disciplines may be at increased risk of low energy availability, disordered eating behaviors, and sport-specific weight pressures. However, structured nutritional education programs tailored to this population remain scarce. The objective of this study is to describe and propose a structured Nutritional Education Protocol (NEP) for level 11 artistic roller skaters aged 14 or older, and to outline its planned evaluation using a quasi-experimental pre-post design.
Methods: This 24-month protocol includes three phases: baseline assessment (anthropometric measurements and validated questionnaires: KIDMED, EAT-26, and WPS). The second phase consists of six structured educational sessions based on an active pedagogical approach, followed by post-intervention reassessment. Statistical analyses will compare pre-post changes using paired tests and mixed models.
Results: Primary outcomes: Changes in Mediterranean diet adherence (KIDMED score) and eating disorder risk (EAT-26 score) following the intervention. Secondary outcomes: Changes in sport-specific weight pressure (WPS), selected anthropometric parameters, and adherence to the educational sessions. The implementation of the NEP is expected to provide preliminary evidence regarding the feasibility and potential impact of structured nutrition education in artistic roller skating.
Conclusion: This protocol may contribute to the development of preventive nutritional strategies in aesthetic sports and inform future controlled studies.
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