Lean Body Mass and Anaerobic Performance in Children and Adolescents

239 Pages·2017·8.74 MB·English

by  Lorena Correas Gómez

DOCTORAL DISSERTATION

LEAN BODY MASS AND ANAEROBIC PERFORMANCE
IN CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS

Authored by
Lorena Correas Gómez

DOCTORAL STUDIES:
RESEARCH IN PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND SPORT

Mentors:
Prof. Dr. José Ramón Alvero Cruz
Sports Medicine School
Faculty of Medicine
University of Málaga

Prof. Dr. Elvis Álvarez Carnero
Faculty of Educational Sciences
University of Málaga
Translational Research Institute for Metabolism and Diabetes, Florida Hospital and
Sanford, Burnham, Prebys Medical Discovery Institute, Orlando, FL, USA

FACULTY OF MEDICINE
UNIVERSITY OF MÁLAGA
2017
AUTOR: Lorena Correas Gómez
http://orcid.org/0000-0002-1838-8993
EDITA: Publicaciones y Divulgación Científica. Universidad de Málaga
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TESIS DOCTORAL

INDICADORES DE MASA MUSCULAR ESQUELÉTICA
Y RENDIMIENTO ANAERÓBICO EN NIÑOS Y
ADOLESCENTES

Lorena Correas Gómez

PROGRAMA DE DOCTORADO: INVESTIGACIÓN EN
ACTIVIDAD FÍSICA Y DEPORTE

Directores:
Prof. Dr. José Ramón Alvero Cruz
Escuela de Medicina de la Educación Física y el Deporte
Facultad de Medicina
Universidad de Málaga

Prof. Dr. Elvis Álvarez Carnero
Facultad de Ciencias de la Educación
Universidad de Málaga
Translational Research Institute for Metabolism and Diabetes, Florida Hospital and
Sanford, Burnham, Prebys Medical Discovery Institute, Orlando, FL, USA

FACULTAD OF MEDICINA
UNIVERSIDAD DE MÁLAGA
2017

25 de junio de 2017

El Dr. José Ramón Alvero Cruz, Profesor Titular del Área de
Educación Física y Deportiva de la Facultad de Medicina de la
Universidad de Málaga

Certifica que
La Memoria de Tesis Doctoral, titulada: “LEAN BODY MASS AND
ANAEROBIC PERFORMANCE IN CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS”,
de Lorena Correas Gómez, ha sido planificada, realizada y
supervisada, por lo cual se considera apta para su lectura y
defensa

José Ramón Alvero Cruz
Profesor Titular del Área de Educación Física y Deportiva
Universidad de Málaga

25 de junio de 2017

El Dr. Elvis Álvarez Carnero, Profesor Contratado Doctor, de la
Facultad de Ciencias de la Educación de la Universidad de
Málaga

Certifica que
La Memoria de Tesis Doctoral, titulada: “LEAN BODY MASS AND
ANAEROBIC PERFORMANCE IN CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS”,
de Lorena Correas Gómez, ha sido planificada, realizada y
supervisada, por lo cual se considera apta para su lectura y
defensa

Elvis Álvarez Carnero
Profesor Contratado Doctor
Universidad de Málaga

ACKNOWLEDGMENT
My PhD journey has been a truly professional- and life-changing experience for me and
it would not have been possible to complete it without the support, encouragement and guidance
that I received from many people.
First of all, my deepest acknowledgement goes to my mentors, José Ramón Alvero Cruz
and Elvis Álvarez Carnero, for offering your time, wide knowledge, tireless help and
exceptional mentorship. I value the trust you have put into me, your wise guidance and patience
throughout the whole research process. Two great mentors and extraordinary people
conforming a balanced team to achieve this thesis.
I am truly grateful to Professor Dr. Francesca Amati, from the University of Lausanne
(Switzerland), for offering the opportunity to grow in a professional research environment and
be part of a great team during my PhD studies. A very enriching experience. Thank you very
much for your continuous help and advice.
My sincere thanks to Dr. Inigo San Millán, from the University of Colorado (USA),
for accepting me in his laboratory during my doctoral training, and sharing his knowledge and
experience. A dream come true.
Big thanks to all the participants in the studies, to the schools and sports clubs, because
without their collaboration it would not have been possible. In particular, to the athletes who I
coached in the club Union Atlética Benalmádena (Málaga) who have patiently performed
countless tests. Thanks for trusting me as your coach. You are the inspiration that has led me
to conduct the present thesis.
I would like to express my appreciation to the many researchers, teachers, coaches and
students who have collaborated in testing and data collection sessions. Especially to those who
were involved in GEOS and ESCCOLA Projects. Thank you very much for your valuable
help.
Special thanks to Professor Robert M. Malina (Bob), for his continuous scientific
legacy that has served as the basis for this work, and has nurtured many of my professional
curiosity. I deeply appreciate the shared time, talks, and your expert advice, a real honor and
privilege.
My warmest thanks to my parents Clara and Manuel, for yoçur unconditional support
and generosity throughout this process, indispensable for achieving this goal and "crossing many
finish lines". Special thanks to my brother David —who I can always count on whatever it
comes up, for being respectful with my professional pathway. Eternal thanks to the three of you
for believing in me, and for your love. I would like to mention the rest of my family members
to whom I have not been able to devote the time that they deserve during this period. Thanks
for your understanding.
Finally, strong thanks to my friends, those who have been close to me since the beginning
of this trip, those who I have met in Switzerland and USA, and those who have met at the last
stage. Thanks to all of you who listened, advised and encouraged me along this journey, and
who I laugh and cry with. Our friendship matters. Let’s celebrate all!