Journal article
The Use of Continuous Glucose Monitors in Sport: Possible Applications and Considerations
International Journal of Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism, Vol.33(2), pp.121-132
2023
Abstract
This review discusses the potential value of tracking interstitial glucose with continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) in athletes, highlighting possible applications and important considerations in the collection and interpretation of interstitial glucose data. CGMs are sensors that provide real time, longitudinal tracking of interstitial glucose with a range of commercial monitors currently available. Recent advancements in CGM technology have led to the development of athlete-specific devices targeting glucose monitoring in sport. Although largely untested, the capacity of CGMs to capture the duration, magnitude, and frequency of interstitial glucose fluctuations every 1–15 min may present a unique opportunity to monitor fueling adequacy around competitive events and training sessions, with applications for applied research and sports nutrition practice. Indeed, manufacturers of athlete-specific devices market these products as a “fueling gauge,” enabling athletes to “push their limits longer and get bigger gains.” However, as glucose homeostasis is a complex phenomenon, extensive research is required to ascertain whether systemic glucose availability (estimated by CGM-derived interstitial glucose) has any meaning in relation to the intended purposes in sport. Whether CGMs will provide reliable and accurate information and enhance sports nutrition knowledge and practice is currently untested. Caveats around the use of CGMs include technical issues (dislodging of sensors during periods of surveillance, loss of data due to synchronization issues), practical issues (potential bans on their use in some sporting scenarios, expense), and challenges to the underpinning principles of data interpretation, which highlight the role of sports nutrition professionals to provide context and interpretation.
Details
- Title
- The Use of Continuous Glucose Monitors in Sport: Possible Applications and Considerations
- Authors
- Amy-Lee Bowler (Author) - Bond UniversityJamie Whitfield (Author) - Australian Catholic UniversityLachlan Marshall - Australian Catholic UniversityVernon G Coffey - Bond UniversityLouise M Burke - Australian Catholic UniversityGregory R Cox (Corresponding Author) - Bond University
- Publication details
- International Journal of Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism, Vol.33(2), pp.121-132
- Publisher
- human Kinetics, Inc
- Date published
- 2023
- DOI
- 10.1123/ijsnem.2022-0139
- ISSN
- 1543-2742
- Organisation Unit
- School of Health - Nutrition & Dietetics
- Language
- English
- Record Identifier
- 991008297602621
- Output Type
- Journal article
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