High-intensity interval training (HIIT) is characterized by intermittent efforts of vigorous exercise, interspersed by periods of rest or low intensity exercise [ 1 ]. HIIT has been proposed as a time-efficient alternative to traditional …

Intermittent sequential pneumatic compression (ISPC) is a therapeutic strategy used in vascular medicine to prevent deep vein thrombosis and reduce the symptoms of lymphedema [ 1 ]. This device is thought to provide a mechanical “squeezing” of the …

Bisphosphonate is a routinely prescribed clinical treatment for osteoporosis. The enhanced binding affinity of bisphosphonate for hydroxyapatite [ 1 ] and changes in the delivery method from daily oral pills (e.g., alendronate) to intravenous …

It has been observed that children with autism have problems in performance movement skills. Attention and feedback are two influential factors in learning movement skills. Therefore, the aim of the present study was to determine the interaction …

Kinesiology taping (KT) is a type of orthopaedic treatment modality first found in 1970s and applied using a thin elastic tape called kinesio tape. Its popularity spread so rapidly after 2008 Olympics, when it was made available to many nations …

The individual determination of force-velocity and power-velocity profiles during sprint is of great interest to coaches and sports physiotherapists. As a very short action, sprint evaluation requires a sufficiently accurate and reliable system.

Lateral ankle sprain is a frequently encountered musculoskeletal injury that occurs during sports and daily activities [ 1 , 2 ]. Every year, more than a million people in the United States seek medical help for ankle sprains [ 2 , 3 ], making it a …

Archery, requiring a static postural ability and based on aiming with the upper body, is a sports activity where the performance of the athlete is increased using a series of coordination aimed at shooting. Consistency of movement, control of the …

Usually, with the process of increasing age and entering the elderly stage, the systems and physiological functions of the body, including the central nervous system and cognitive abilities, are disturbed [ 1 ]. The harmful and dynamic destructive …

Supplementation with antioxidant vitamins is common among amateur and elite athletes. It is thought to cause a reduction in the muscle damage that results from exercised-induced oxidative stress, increasing the ability to improve performance …

Considering the lower extremities, ankle stability assumes a pivotal role in facilitating mobility and reducing the susceptibility to ankle injuries during sports engagement [ 1 ]. Given the range of motion and force exerted upon the ankle during …

Improving physical fitness and academic performance is an important issue for youth internationally. Few studies have examined the longitudinal relationship between extracurricular activities, physical fitness, and academic performance by gender …

The one-repetition maximum (1RM) method is ubiquitously used among resistance training coaches and practitioners for prescribing exercise load in relative terms (i.e., %1RM) [ 1 ]. Despite being a highly valid approach, 1RM is not without …

Obesity is considered as a major public health problem and a leading cause of global morbidity and mortality. The rapid increase in obesity pandemic proportions is a major challenge in recent years [ 1 ].

Basketball is a team sport that requires various skills such as physical strength, speed, balance, coordination, jumping, and flexibility [ 1 ]. Therefore, players need adequate balance and strength to successfully perform high-intensity movements …

Soccer is a complex and unpredictable sport whose performance depends on tactical, technical, and physical demands [ 1 – 3 ]. Several studies [ 4 – 7 ], have identified suggested contextual factors (e.g., competition stage, match location, quality …

In the dynamic world of sports, understanding the intricate relationship between achievement motivation and performance is crucial for fostering athletes' growth and success. This study delves into the realm of judo athletes in Baguio City …

Many sports clubs and national governing bodies sport invest substantial resources into the identification of young gifted or talented athletes to ensure that the most promising receive high-quality coaching and training conditions [ 1 ]. Body size …

The non-motor symptoms of Parkinson’s disease (PD) are receiving more and more notoriety in the literature for their negative impact on the lives of those who live with the disease, which may appear years before the diagnosis and preceded by the …

Ski-orienteering, which combines cross-country skiing with orienteering, dates back to the late 1800s, with the first World Championships in 1975. While researchers have explored the physiological and biomechanical determinants of success in …