Multidisciplinary Analysis of Differences Between Finisher and Non-finisher Ultra-Endurance Mountain Athletes Ultra races are one of the physical and mentally most demanding sports. The objectives of this study were the analysis of differences in selected psychophysiological parameters between finisher and non-finishers and the analysis of psychophysiological parameters before and after an ultra-race.Selected psychophysiological variables were investigated in 46 finishers and 24 non-finishers in two over 100 km long ultra races. It could be demonstrated as an ultra race for dehydration, a decrease in systolic blood pressure, the weight and muscle force of the legs as well as an increase in the heart rate and the rate of perceived load values led. Participants showed a lower systolic blood pressure compared to non-participants, a lower weight, a lower body mass index, a quick half marathon period and lower fluid intake before the competition day.
In addition, the body mass index, the fluid supply before the race and performance in races over lower distances predictors for performance with these ultra races. The whole work can be found under https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31920712/