Respiratory impact of a grand tour: insight from professional cycling.
Hayden AllenOliver J PriceJon GreenwellJames Harry HullPublished in: European journal of applied physiology (2021)
GT competition is associated with a high prevalence of upper respiratory symptoms and a meaningful decline in lung function in professional cyclists. Further research is now required to understand the underpinning physiological mechanisms and determine the impact on overall respiratory health and elite cycling performance and recovery.