Objective of the study was to analyze benefits of Prolom mineral water for physical performance and functionality in elite powerlifting sport. Methods and structure of the study. We sampled for laboratory tests 20 elite powerlifters qualified CMS and MS and split up the sample into Experimental and Reference Groups (EG, RG) of 10 people each. The EG took Prolom mineral water prior to and after trainings and in the post-training rehab periods for six months, whilst the RG took standard drinking water. The group progresses were tested by the following psycho-physiological tests: complex sensorimotor response; three colors (red, yellow, green) critical distinguishing frequency; hydrodynamometric (static endurance); and physical working capacity tests; plus vegetative functionality tests including the heart rate test; and water minerals versus physical working capacity tests including the aerobic capacity tests by PWC170 method adapted by V.L. Karpman and Z.B. Belotserkovsky. Results and conclusion. The study data and analyses demonstrated benefits of the Prolom mineral water consumptions and water balancing method as verified by improvements in the aerobic capacity and blood pressure under varied physical stresses. The water minerals were found to improve functionality of the central regulation mechanisms and step up the heart performance. Note that pre-experimental tests found no meaningful intergroup physical working capacity differences. The Prolom mineral water consumption with dietary water balancing method was tested beneficial and harmless and, therefore, may be recommended for application for the sports elite`s physical performance and functionality improvement purposes.
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