Investigating the commitment level of athletes in relation to high-performance sports
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This study investigated the dedication of university athletes in Metro Manila to high-performance sport, emphasizing training, diet, and recovery habits in connection to perceived performance outcomes. A researcher-created questionnaire was distributed to 788 student-athletes from multiple colleges, employing a quantitative, descriptive-correlational design. The tool received validation from sports science professionals and demonstrated high reliability, with Cronbach’s alpha coefficients ranging from 0.82 to 0.88. The analysis employed descriptive statistics and Pearson’s r correlation. The results demonstrated a significant commitment to training activities (M = 3.42), especially to organized routines such as strength and conditioning, sport-specific drills, and competition-oriented regimens. The commitment to nutritional behaviors was moderate (M = 3.03), with limited systematic meal planning and professional nutritional advice. Recovery practices demonstrated a modest level of dedication (M = 3.18), highlighting the importance of stretching and rest days, however professional recovery services were inadequately utilized. Correlation analysis indicated robust positive associations between perceived performance outcomes and training (r = 0.655), recuperation (r = 0.878), and nutrition (r = 0.942), with nutrition identified as the most significant predictor. These findings underscore the necessity of incorporating structured nutrition programs, systematic monitoring, and evidence-based recovery measures to improve university sports performance
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