Micronutrient Status During Military Training and Associations With Musculoskeletal Health, Injury, and Readiness Outcomes.
Nicole M SekelMita LovalekarKristen J KoltunMatthew B BirdJennifer N ForseBrian J MartinBradley C NindlPublished in: International journal of sport nutrition and exercise metabolism (2024)
Vitamin D and iron status declined over the course of training, suggesting impaired micronutrient status. Differences in musculoskeletal outcomes by micronutrient group suggests optimal vitamin D and ferritin concentrations may exert beneficial effects on bone fatigability and fracture reduction during military training.