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Dry Needling in Sports and Sport Recovery: A Systematic Review with an Evidence Gap Map Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2025-02-10
Adrian Kużdżał, Robert Trybulski, Jarosław Muracki, Sebastian Klich, Filipe Manuel Clemente, Adam KawczyńskiBackground Dry needling is an increasingly popular technique used in sports and regenerative medicine contexts. However, there is no comprehensive overview of investigations of dry needling in sports and sport recovery. Objectives The objectives were to perform a systematic review of dry needling in sports athletes with an evidence gap map, to identify current gaps in the literature, and to provide
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Response to Comment on "Does Swimming Exercise Impair Bone Health? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Comparing the Evidence in Humans and Rodent Models". Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2025-02-07
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Superset Versus Traditional Resistance Training Prescriptions: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis Exploring Acute and Chronic Effects on Mechanical, Metabolic, and Perceptual Variables Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2025-02-04
Xing Zhang, Jonathon Weakley, Hansen Li, Zhaoqian Li, Amador García-RamosBackground Supersets are a time-efficient resistance training (RT) method that involve the sequencing of two exercises with little or no rest between them. However, despite their common implementation during RT, a comprehensive and quantitative review is still lacking. Objectives The primary aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to compare the acute and chronic effects of superset and
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Using Free-Living Heart Rate Data as an Objective Method to Assess Physical Activity: A Scoping Review and Recommendations by the INTERLIVE-Network Targeting Consumer Wearables Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2025-02-02
Moritz Schumann, Joshua F. Feuerbacher, Lars Heinrich, Marcos Olvera-Rojas, Alessandro Sclafani, Jan Christian Brønd, Anders Grøntved, Brian Caulfield, Ulf Ekelund, Wilhelm Bloch, Sulin Cheng, Luis B. Sardinha, Francisco B. OrtegaWearable technologies open up new avenues for the assessment of individual physical activity behaviour. Particularly, free-living heart rate (HR) data assessed by optical sensors are becoming widely available. However, while an abundancy of scientific information and guidance exists for the processing of raw acceleration data, no universal recommendations for the utilization of continuous HR recordings
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Which Training Intensity Distribution Intervention will Produce the Greatest Improvements in Maximal Oxygen Uptake and Time-Trial Performance in Endurance Athletes? A Systematic Review and Network Meta-analysis of Individual Participant Data Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2025-01-31
Michael A. Rosenblat, Jennifer A. Watt, Jem I. Arnold, Gunnar Treff, Øyvind B. Sandbakk, Jonathan Esteve-Lanao, Luca Festa, Luca Filipas, Stuart D. Galloway, Iker Muñoz, Domingo J. Ramos-Campo, Patrick Schneeweiss, Sergio Sellés-Pérez, Thomas Stöggl, Rune K. Talsnes, Christoph Zinner, Stephen SeilerBackground Endurance athletes tend to accumulate large training volumes, the majority of which are performed at a low intensity and a smaller portion at moderate and high intensity. However, different training intensity distributions (TID) are employed to maximize physiological and performance adaptations. Objective The objective of this study was to conduct a systematic review and network meta-analysis
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Comparative Efficacy and Acceptability of Non-surgical Treatments with or without Exercise for Diastasis Recti Abdominis in Postpartum Women: A Network Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2025-01-29
Wen-Chieh Wu, Wen-Hong Wu, Ming-Fen Lee, Pei-Yu Wu, Yu-Kang Tu, Hsuan Lin, Chien-Yi Chan, Chun-Yin HuangBackground Diastasis recti abdominis (DRA), commonly occurring in postpartum women, is not only an aesthetic issue but is also highly associated with functional impairments. Various conservative treatment modalities have been employed in clinical practice to alleviate DRA. However, the comparative efficacy of these non-surgical treatments for improving the inter-recti distance (IRD) remains to be determined
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Optimizing Post-activation Performance Enhancement in Athletic Tasks: A Systematic Review with Meta-analysis for Prescription Variables and Research Methods Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2025-01-24
Kai Xu, Anthony J. Blazevich, Daniel Boullosa, Rodrigo Ramirez-Campillo, MingYue Yin, YuMing Zhong, YuHang Tian, Mitchell Finlay, Paul J. Byrne, Francisco Cuenca-Fernández, Ran WangBackground Post-activation performance enhancement (PAPE) has demonstrated efficacy in acutely improving athletic performance. However, its distinction from general warm-up (GW) effects remains ambiguous, and experimental designs adopted in most PAPE studies exhibit important limitations. Objectives The aims of this work are to (i) examine the effects of research methodology on PAPE outcomes, (ii)
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Nutritional Interventions to Attenuate Quadriceps Muscle Deficits following Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury and Reconstruction Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2025-01-24
Miriam J. Smith, Nolan J. Hoffman, Argell J. San Jose, Louise M. Burke, David A. OparFollowing anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury, quadriceps muscle atrophy persists despite rehabilitation, leading to loss of lower limb strength, osteoarthritis, poor knee joint health and reduced quality of life. However, the molecular mechanisms responsible for these deficits in hypertrophic adaptations within the quadriceps muscle following ACL injury and reconstruction are poorly understood
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Factors Relating to Sprint Swimming Performance: A Systematic Review Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2025-01-22
Jesús J. Ruiz-Navarro, Catarina C. Santos, Dennis-Peter Born, Óscar López-Belmonte, Francisco Cuenca-Fernández, Ross H Sanders, Raúl ArellanoBackground Swimming performance depends on a wide variety of factors; however, the interaction between these factors and their importance varies between events. In sprint events, the characterized pacing underlines its specific development, as swimmers must achieve the highest possible speed while sustaining it to the greatest extent possible. Objectives The aim of this review was to identify the key
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Factors Associated with Persisting Post-Concussion Symptoms Among Collegiate Athletes and Military Cadets: Findings from the NCAA-DoD CARE Consortium Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2025-01-19
Lauren T. Rooks, Giulia Bertò, Paul F. Pasquina, Steven P. Broglio, Thomas W. McAllister, Michael A. McCrea, Franco Pestilli, Nicholas L. PortBackground Persisting post-concussion symptoms (PPCS) is a condition characterized by prolonged recovery from a mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) and compromised quality of life. Previous literature, on the basis of small sample sizes, concludes that there are several risk factors for the development of PPCS. Objective We seek to identify protective and risk factors for developing slow recovery or
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Correction to: Optimizing Resistance Training for Sprint and Endurance Athletes: Balancing Positive and Negative Adaptations Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2025-01-17
Bas Van Hooren, Per Aagaard, Anthony J. Blazevich -
Correction to: The Relationship Between Running Biomechanics and Running Economy: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Observational Studies Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2025-01-17
Bas Van Hooren, Ivan Jukic, Maartje Cox, Koen G. Frenken, Iker Bautista, Isabel S. Moore -
Psychological Interventions to Improve Elite Athlete Mental Wellbeing: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2025-01-15
Wei Wang, Matthew J. Schweickle, Emily R. Arnold, Stewart A. VellaBackground Mental wellbeing, one continuum alongside mental illness in a dual-continua mental health model, has attracted less attention compared with substantial studies concerning mental illness amongst elite athletes. Notably, the promotion and protection of mental wellbeing contribute to not only a positive status of flourishing but also a reduction in the future risk of mental illness, which can
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Association of Alzheimer’s Disease Polygenic Risk Score with Concussion Severity and Recovery Metrics Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2025-01-16
Kaitlyn M. Dybing, Thomas W. McAllister, Yu-Chien Wu, Brenna C. McDonald, Steven P. Broglio, Jason P. Mihalik, Kevin M. Guskiewicz, Joshua T. Goldman, Jonathan C. Jackson, Andrew J. Saykin, Shannon L. Risacher, Kelly N. H. NudelmanBackground Identification of genetic alleles associated with both Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and concussion severity/recovery could help explain the association between concussion and elevated dementia risk. However, there has been little investigation into whether AD risk genes associate with concussion severity/recovery, and the limited findings are mixed. Objective We used AD polygenic risk scores
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Talent Identification: Time to Move Forward on Estimation of Potentials? Proposed Explanations and Promising Methods Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2025-01-15
Adrien Sedeaud, Audrey Difernand, Quentin De Larochelambert, Yannis Irid, Chloé Fouillot, Nolwenn Pinczon du Sel, Jean-François ToussaintThe scientific literature on talent identification is extensive, with significant advancements made over the past 30 years. However, as with any field, the translation of research into practice and its impact on the field have been slower than anticipated. Indeed, recent findings highlight a pervasive relative age effect, the effects of maturation being often overlooked, disparate populations between
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Comparison of Muscle Growth and Dynamic Strength Adaptations Induced by Unilateral and Bilateral Resistance Training: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2025-01-10
Witalo Kassiano, João Pedro Nunes, Bruna Costa, Alex S. Ribeiro, Jeremy P. Loenneke, Edilson S. CyrinoBackground Currently, great debate exists over the proposed superiority of some resistance exercises to induce muscular adaptations. For example, some argue that unilateral exercise (meaning one limb at a time) is superior to bilateral exercises (meaning both limbs). Of note, an evidence-based answer to this question is yet to be determined, particularly regarding muscle hypertrophy. Objective This
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Does Lifelong Exercise Counteract Low-Grade Inflammation Associated with Aging? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2025-01-10
Iñigo M. Pérez-Castillo, Ricardo Rueda, Hakim Bouzamondo, Diego Aparicio-Pascual, Alberto Valiño-Marques, Jose López-Chicharro, Felipe Segura-OrtizBackground Aging is associated with sustained low-grade inflammation, which has been linked to age-related diseases and mortality. Long-term exercise programs have been shown to be effective to for attenuating this process; however, subsequent detraining might negate some of these benefits. Master athletes, as a model of lifelong consistent exercise practice, have been suggested to present similar
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Fibre: The Forgotten Carbohydrate in Sports Nutrition Recommendations Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2025-01-08
Laura Mancin, Louise M. Burke, Ian RolloAlthough dietary guidelines concerning carbohydrate intake for athletes are well established, these do not include recommendations for daily fibre intake. However, there are many scenarios in sports nutrition in which common practice involves the manipulation of fibre intake to address gastrointestinal comfort around exercise, or acute or chronic goals around the management of body mass or composition
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Is It All in Your Head? Placebo Effects in Concussion Prevention Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2025-01-07
James M. Smoliga, Chris Bleakley, Alan J. PearceSports-related concussions (SRCs) are a major health issue in athletes of varying ages, ability levels, and sports. Concerns over the short- and long-term consequences of SRCs have incentivized a wealth of products and policies aimed at reducing SRC risk. Research suggesting the effectiveness of such interventions at reducing SRCs has facilitated their adoption by sports organizations and, in some
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Sex Differences in the Incidence of Sudden Cardiac Arrest/Death in Competitive Athletes: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2025-01-03
Lingxia Li, Solène Le Douairon Lahaye, Shuzhe Ding, Frédéric SchnellBackground Although many studies have demonstrated a lower incidence of sudden cardiac arrest or death (SCA/D) in female athletes than in male, there is limited understanding of the specific underlying causes. Objective This systematic review aimed to assess the disparities in SCA/D incidence between male and female competitive athletes and explore the associated etiologies. Methods A comprehensive
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Antarctic Expeditions: A Systematic Review of the Physiological, Nutritional, Body Composition and Psychological Responses to Treks Across the Continental Ice Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-12-29
Mabliny Thuany, Carel Viljoen, Thayse Natacha Gomes, Encarna Valero Burgos, Beat Knechtle, Ricardo Costa, Mathias Steinach, Volker ScheerBackground Antarctic expeditions, although supported by scientific knowledge, face various challenges, with little research conducted to explore the physical demands that explorers experience. Objective To summarise physiological, psychological, body composition and nutritional changes faced during trek expeditions in the Antarctic’s continental portion. Design Systematic review. Information sources
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A Multilayer Network Model for Motor Competence from the View of the Science of Complexity Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-12-27
Paulo Felipe Ribeiro Bandeira, Isaac Estevan, Michael Duncan, Matthieu Lenoir, Luís Lemos, Vicente Romo-Perez, Nadia Valentini, Clarice MartinsMotor competence is related to a large number of correlates of different natures, forming together a system with flexible parts that are synergically and cooperatively connected to produce a wide range of motor outcomes that cannot be explained from a predetermined linear view or a unique mechanism. The diversity of interacting correlates, the various connections between them, and the fast changes
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A Response to Appelbaum et al. "Limited Evidence is NOT No Evidence: A Rebuttal to Fransen, 2024". Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-12-24
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Limited Evidence is Not No Evidence: A Rebuttal to Fransen, 2024. Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-12-24
Lawrence G Appelbaum,Liam Lochhead,Jiren Feng,Graham Erickson,Sicong Liu,Daniel M Laby -
Comment on “Effects of Traditional Chinese Exercises on Glycemic Control in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials” Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-12-23
Jufang Song, Rong Zhu -
Reallocating Time Between 24-h Movement Behaviors for Obesity Management Across the Lifespan: A Pooled Data Meta-Analysis of More Than 9800 Participants from Seven Countries Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-12-21
Aleš Gába, Timothy B. Hartwig, Paulína Jašková, Taren Sanders, Jan Dygrýn, Ondřej Vencálek, Devan Antczak, James Conigrave, Phillip Parker, Borja del Pozo Cruz, Stuart J. Fairclough, Shona Halson, Karel Hron, Michael Noetel, Manuel Ávila-García, Veronica Cabanas-Sánchez, Iván Cavero-Redondo, Rachel G. Curtis, Bruno G. G. da Costa, Jesus del Pozo-Cruz, Antonio García-Hermoso, Angus A. Leahy, David RBackground The distribution of time across physical activity, sedentary behaviors, and sleep appears to be essential for the management of obesity. However, the impact of reallocating time among these behaviors, collectively known as 24-h movement behaviors, remains underexplored. Objective This study examines the theoretical effects of reallocating time between 24-h movement behaviors on obesity indicators
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Ecological Dynamics as an Accurate and Parsimonious Contributor to Applied Practice: A Critical Appraisal Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-12-21
Dave Collins, Howie J. Carson, Pär Rylander, Ray BobrownickiWith sport coaches adopting and working toward increasingly evidence-grounded approaches to practice, skill acquisition has appropriately become a critical area for consideration. As part of this growing interest in skill acquisition, the ecological dynamics approach has garnered attention amongst scholars and practitioners with myriad media (e.g. peer-reviewed articles, books, podcasts and social-media
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Running on Fumes: An Analysis of Fine Particulate Matter’s Impact on Finish Times in Nine Major US Marathons, 2003–2019 Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-12-18
Elvira S. Fleury, Gray S. Bittker, Allan C. Just, Joseph M. BraunBackground Under controlled conditions and in some observational studies of runners, airborne fine particulate matter smaller than 2.5 microns in diameter (PM2.5) is associated with exercise performance decrements. Objective To assess the association between event-day fine particulate matter air pollution (PM2.5) and marathon finish times. Methods Using a spatiotemporal machine-learning model, we estimated
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Histological Definition of Skeletal Muscle Injury: A Guide to Nomenclature Along the Connective Tissue Sheath/Structure Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-12-18
Carles Pedret, José Peña-Amaro, Ramon Balius, Tero JärvinenRecent years have seen the development of various classifications of muscle injuries, primarily based on the topographic location within the bone-tendon–muscle chain. This paper proposes an enhanced nomenclature for muscle injuries that incorporates histoarchitectural definitions alongside topographic classifications, emphasizing the importance of connective tissue damage characterization. A detailed
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Circadian Regulation of Fatty Acid Metabolism in Humans: Is There Evidence of an Optimal Time Window for Maximizing Fat Oxidation During Exercise? Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-12-16
Mariazel Rubio-Valles, Francisco J. Amaro-Gahete, Seth A. Creasy, Arnulfo Ramos-Jiménez, Jorge A. Pérez-León, Isaac A. Chávez-GuevaraAbstract Exercise training performed at the intensity that elicits maximal fat oxidation improves cardiovascular function and metabolic health while simultaneously reducing visceral adipose tissue in patients with obesity and type 2 diabetes. Indeed, it is currently considered an efficient non-pharmacological approach for the prevention and treatment of cardiometabolic disorders. Over the last 5 years
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Causes of COVID-19 Outbreaks During Sports and Exercise: A Systematic Review Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-12-11
Masaki Machida, Koichi Dai, Itaru Nakamura, Shigeru InoueBackground Physical activity is beneficial for preventing non-communicable and infectious diseases, such as pneumonia. Physical activity is also a potential protective factor for reducing coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) severity. Conversely, outbreaks of respiratory viral infections are more likely to occur owing to group activities, opportunities for contact with individuals and vocalisations
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Incidence and Risk Factors for Sport-Related Concussion in Female Youth Athletes Participating in Contact and Collision Invasion Sports: A Systematic Review Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-12-08
Laura Ernst, Jessica Farley, Nikki MilneBackground The incidence and risk factors for sport-related concussion (SRC) associated with contact and collision invasion sports (CCIS) in female youth are unclear. Objectives This systematic review aimed to identify (i) the incidence of and (ii) risk factors for SRC in female youth athletes playing CCIS. Methods A systematic search of PubMed, CINAHL, Embase, SPORTDiscus and ProQuest to 8 May, 2024
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DE-PASS Best Evidence Statement (BESt): A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis on the Effectiveness of Trials on Device-Measured Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour and Their Determinants in Children Aged 5–12 Years Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-12-06
Mohammed Khudair, Anna Marcuzzi, Gavin Daniel Tempest, Kwok Ng, Ratko Peric, František Bartoš, Maximilian Maier, Mirko Brandes, Angela Carlin, Simone Ciaccioni, Cristina Cortis, Chiara Corvino, Andrea di Credico, Patrik Drid, Francesca Gallè, Pascal Izzicupo, Henriette Jahre, Athanasios Kolovelonis, Atle Kongsvold, Evangelia Kouidi, Paul Jarle Mork, Federico Palumbo, Penny Louise Sheena Rumbold, PetruBackground To combat the high prevalence of physical inactivity among children, there is an urgent need to develop and implement real-world interventions and policies that promote physical activity (PA) and reduce sedentary behaviour (SB). To inform policy makers, the current body of evidence for children’s PA/SB interventions needs to be translated. Objectives The current systematic review and meta-analysis
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An Evolutionary Psychology Perspective on Athletic Development and Performance: Differences Between Proximate and Ultimate Explanations Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-12-05
Joseph Baker, Kathryn JohnstonMany areas of mainstream psychology have embraced the notions that understanding human behaviour can be improved by integrating developments from evolutionary science; however, evolutionary principles have not been as widely applied among sport researchers or practitioners, especially those examining athlete development and the psychology of competition and performance. In this paper, we discuss the
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The Training Intensity Distribution of Marathon Runners Across Performance Levels Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-12-01
Daniel Muniz-Pumares, Ben Hunter, Samuel Meyler, Ed Maunder, Barry SmythBackground The training characteristics and training intensity distribution (TID) of elite athletes have been extensively studied, but a comprehensive analysis of the TID across runners from different performance levels is lacking. Methods Training sessions from the 16 weeks preceding 151,813 marathons completed by 119,452 runners were analysed. The TID was quantified using a three-zone approach (Z1
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Optimising the Dose of Static Stretching to Improve Flexibility: A Systematic Review, Meta-analysis and Multivariate Meta-regression Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-11-30
Lewis A. Ingram, Grant R. Tomkinson, Noah M. A. d’Unienville, Bethany Gower, Sam Gleadhill, Terry Boyle, Hunter BennettBackground Static stretching is widely used to increase flexibility. However, there is no consensus regarding the optimal dosage parameters for increasing flexibility. Objectives We aimed to determine the optimal frequency, intensity and volume to maximise flexibility through static stretching, and to investigate whether this is moderated by muscle group, age, sex, training status and baseline level
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High-Intensity Interval Training for Cancer Patients: A Review of Key Considerations for Exercise Prescription Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-11-27
Gilmar Dias-da-Silva, Valéria L. G. Panissa, Sophie F. M. Derchain, Marina L. V. Ferreira, Guilherme D. Telles, Glenda B. B. Buzaglo, Rafaela B. Araújo, Felipe C. Vechin, Miguel S. ConceiçãoBackground High-intensity interval training (HIIT) performed before, during, and after cancer treatment can attenuate the adverse effects induced by anti-cancer drugs. A clear presentation and rationale of characteristics of HIIT variables is vital to produce the expected HIIT adaptations in cancer patients. However, there are concerns regarding the HIIT protocols used in the cancer literature. Objectives
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Relationship Between Physical Literacy and Cardiorespiratory Fitness in Children and Adolescents: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-11-23
Tianle Jiang, Guanggao Zhao, Jinmei Fu, Shunli Sun, Ruiming Chen, Delong Chen, Xuewen Hu, Yunong Li, Fanchao Shen, Jin Hong, Haihua HuBackground Physical literacy (PL) can positively affect the health of children, adolescents, and adults, and is closely related to cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF). Objective To perform a systematic review and meta-analysis to examine the relationship between overall physical literacy (PL) and CRF in children and adolescents. Methods Cross-sectional, cohort and experimental studies on the relationship
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Guiding Evidence-Based Classification in Para Sporting Populations: A Systematic Review of Impairment Measures and Activity Limitations Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-11-22
Taylor M. Wileman, Marnee J. McKay, Daniel A. Hackett, Timothy J. Watson, Jennifer Fleeton, Ché FornusekBackground As the focus of classification shifts towards an evidence-based approach, it is crucial to establish a robust system that relies on valid and reliable measures of impairment to ensure legitimate and competitive opportunities for all Para athletes. However, the lack of methods that possess the necessary measurement properties for assessing impairments in Para sporting populations presents
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Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) Spectroscopy as a Tool to Characterize Exercise and Physical Activity: A Systematic Review Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-11-20
Pedro Afonso Valente, Sandra I. Mota, Ana Teixeira, Elisabete Ferreiro, Hugo Sarmento, Inês Cipriano, João R. Campos, Luís Rama, Paulo J. OliveiraBackground Over the past few decades, the scientific community has recognized the impact of physical activity on health and performance. In parallel, researchers have been actively exploring novel methodologies to analyze the physiological and metabolic responses to exercise. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy has emerged as a powerful tool in this effort, offering the potential to provide unique
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The Influence of Kinesiophobia on Time to Clinical Recovery in Collegiate Athletes with Concussion Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-11-21
Daniel J. Rosenblum, Jacob E. ReschBackground Several factors such as acute symptom severity, premorbid anxiety, and depression have been associated with concussion recovery. Elevated kinesiophobia has been associated with recovery from musculoskeletal conditions, as well as increased reaction time and vestibular–ocular motor dysfunction following concussion. However, kinesiophobia has yet to be evaluated as a modifier of concussion
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Associations Between Instrumented Mouthguard-Measured Head Acceleration Events and Post-Match Biomarkers of Astroglial and Axonal Injury in Male Amateur Australian Football Players Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-11-19
Lauren J. Evans, William T. O’Brien, Gershon Spitz, Steven Mutimer, Becca Xie, Lauren P. Giesler, Brendan P. Major, James W. Hickey, Spencer S. H. Roberts, Biswadev Mitra, Terence J. O’Brien, Sandy R. Shultz, Stuart J. McDonaldBackground Advances in instrumented mouthguards (iMGs) allow for accurate quantification of single high-acceleration head impacts and cumulative head acceleration exposure in collision sports. However, relationships between these measures and risk of brain cell injury remain unclear. Aim The purpose of this study was to quantify measures of non-concussive head impact exposure and assess their association
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Head Kinematics Associated with Off-Field Head Injury Assessment (HIA1) Events in a Season of English Elite-Level Club Men’s and Women’s Rugby Union Matches Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-11-16
David Allan, James Tooby, Lindsay Starling, Ross Tucker, Éanna Falvey, Danielle Salmon, James Brown, Sam Hudson, Keith Stokes, Ben Jones, Simon Kemp, Patrick O’Halloran, Matt Cross, Melanie Bussey, Gregory TierneyObjectives The purpose of this study was to investigate head kinematic variables in elite men’s and women’s rugby union and their ability to predict player removal for an off-field (HIA1) head injury assessment. Methods Instrumented mouthguard (iMG) data were collected for 250 men and 132 women from 1865 and 807 player-matches, respectively, and synchronised to video-coded match footage. Head peak
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The Relationship Between Length and Active Force for Submaximal Skeletal Muscle Contractions: a Review Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-11-15
Haiko Bruno Zimmermann, Brian R. Macintosh, Juliano Dal PupoThe force–length relationship is usually obtained for isometric contractions with maximal activation, but less is known about how sarcomere length affects force during submaximal activation. During submaximal activation, length-dependent alterations in calcium sensitivity, owing to changes in cross-bridge kinetics (rate of attachment and/or detachment), result in an activation-dependent shift in optimal
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Changes in Cardiorespiratory Fitness Following Exercise Training Prescribed Relative to Traditional Intensity Anchors and Physiological Thresholds: A Systematic Review with Meta-analysis of Individual Participant Data Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-11-13
Samuel J. R. Meyler, Paul A. Swinton, Lindsay Bottoms, Lance C. Dalleck, Ben Hunter, Mark A. Sarzynski, David Wellsted, Camilla J. Williams, Daniel Muniz-PumaresBackground It is unknown whether there are differences in maximal oxygen uptake (\({V}\)O2max) response when prescribing intensity relative to traditional (TRAD) anchors or to physiological thresholds (THR). Objectives The present meta-analysis sought to compare: (a) mean change in \({V}\)O2max, (b) proportion of individuals increasing \({V}\)O2max beyond a minimum important difference (MID) and (c)
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From Tissue to System: What Constitutes an Appropriate Response to Loading? Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-11-11
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Professional Male Soccer Players’ Perspectives of the Nutrition Culture Within an English Premier League Football Club: A Qualitative Exploration Using Bourdieu’s Concepts of Habitus, Capital and Field Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-11-03
Wee Lun Foo, Emma Tester, Graeme L. Close, Colum J. Cronin, James P. MortonBackground and Aim Professional soccer players’ self-reported dietary intakes often do not meet recommended sport nutrition guidelines. Although behaviour change models have previously explored barriers and enablers to nutritional adherence, the cultural factors influencing players’ nutritional habits also warrant investigation. Accordingly, we aimed to explore players’ perceptions of the nutrition
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DyNamic Interactive Anticipation–Time for a Paradigmatic Shift Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-11-03
Rouwen Cañal-Bruland, David L. Mann -
A Novel Method to Predict Carbohydrate and Energy Expenditure During Endurance Exercise Using Measures of Training Load Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-11-01
Jeffrey A. Rothschild, Stuart Hofmeyr, Shaun J. McLaren, Ed Maunder -
Low Energy Availability and Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-11-01
Tara L. Gallant, Lauren F. Ong, Laura Wong, Michael Sparks, Ethan Wilson, Jose L. Puglisi, Valerie A. Gerriets -
Relationship between Cognitive Demands and Biomechanical Indicators Associated with Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury: A Systematic Review Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-10-29
Jesús Jiménez-Martínez, Alejandro Gutiérrez-Capote, Francisco Alarcón-López, Anthony Leicht, David Cárdenas-Vélez -
Response to Comment on "Premature Death in Bodybuilders: What Do We Know?" Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-10-23
James M Smoliga,Zachary Taggart Wilber,Brooks Taylor Robinson -
The Battle of the Equations: A Systematic Review of Jump Height Calculations Using Force Platforms Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-10-19
Ingrid Eythorsdottir, Øyvind Gløersen, Hannah Rice, Amelie Werkhausen, Gertjan Ettema, Fredrik Mentzoni, Paul Solberg, Kolbjørn Lindberg, Gøran Paulsen -
Hop to It! A Systematic Review and Longitudinal Meta-analysis of Hop Performance After ACL Reconstruction Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-10-16
Michael A. Girdwood, Kay M. Crossley, Ebonie K. Rio, Brooke E. Patterson, Melissa J. Haberfield, Jamon L. Couch, Benjamin F. Mentiplay, Michael Hedger, Adam G. Culvenor -
Cardiac Fatigue in Male Athletes with Exercise-Induced Pulmonary Impairments After a Very Long-Distance Triathlon Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-10-16
Christophe Hédon, Fares Gouzi, Caroline Padovani, Iris Schuster, Claire Maufrais, Stéphane Cade, Frédéric Cransac, Gaspard Bui, Samuel Morcillo, Bronia Ayoub, Jérôme Thireau, Omar Izem, Cyril Reboul, Guillaume Walther, Maurice Hayot, Stéphane Nottin, Olivier Cazorla -
Effects of Resistance Training Volume on Physical Function, Lean Body Mass and Lower-Body Muscle Hypertrophy and Strength in Older Adults: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-analysis of 151 Randomised Trials Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-10-15
Régis Radaelli, Anderson Rech, Talita Molinari, Anna Maria Markarian, Maria Petropoulou, Urs Granacher, Tibor Hortobágyi, Pedro Lopez -
Decoding Ultramarathon: Muscle Damage as the Main Impediment to Performance Sports Med. (IF 9.3) Pub Date : 2024-10-15
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