Meta Information
ID:dodgeball
Name:Dodgeball
Schema Version:1.5
Alternate Names
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Active Compound
null
Intervention Type
exercise_and_sports
Delivery
Route:
none
Scope:
- systemic
Regulatory Status
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Indication
Focus:
healthspan
Description:
A high-intensity team sport involving throwing balls at opponents while avoiding being hit, aimed at improving cardiovascular fitness, agility, and reaction time.
Typical Protocol
- Engage in 1-3 sessions per week, each lasting 45-60 minutes.
- Ensure a proper warm-up before and cool-down after each session to prevent injury.
Expected Cost Mean
Low Cost:
0
High Cost:
50
Cost Type:
monthly
Description:
Cost of league fees, gym access, or equipment; often free.
Summary
Dodgeball is a form of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) that combines explosive anaerobic movements with aerobic recovery periods. This activity enhances cardiovascular health, improves VO2 max, builds muscular power and agility, and sharpens reaction time. The team-based, social nature of the sport can also contribute to mental well-being and stress reduction.
Purpose
Improves cardiovascular fitness, agility, and power via HIIT.
Card Summary
A high-intensity team sport that enhances cardiovascular health, agility, and reaction time through explosive, interval-based movements.
Drug Class
Drugs In Class
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Impact
Score:
7
Justification:
Provides robust HIIT benefits for cardiovascular health, power, and agility.
Evidence
Grade:
B
Score:
7.5
Justification:
Extensive evidence supports HIIT, but few studies focus specifically on dodgeball for healthspan.
Safety
Score:
3.8
Justification:
Risk of musculoskeletal injuries like sprains, strains, and impact-related trauma.
Flags
- Risk of acute injuries such as sprains, strains, and fractures from falls or impacts.
- High-impact movements may be unsuitable for individuals with pre-existing joint issues.
- Requires a baseline level of cardiovascular fitness and agility.
Verdict
An effective and engaging HIIT option for improving fitness.
Qualifier
exercise_and_sports
Created
2026-05-09T16:37:19.104670Z
Ai Model
Gemini 2.5 Pro (High)