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Testing Consistency: Analyzing the Reliability of Two Lower Limb Isometric Force Measurements in Strength-Trained Athletes

Applied Sciences
This study aimed to examine the intra- and inter-session reliability of kinetic variables in the isometric mid-thigh pull (IMTP) and isometric belt squat test (IBSqT) in strength-trained individuals.
Francisco Giuliano, Marcos A. Soriano, Victor Pino-Mulero, Jaime González-García   +3 more
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Effects of different activation strategies on standing start performance in elite female track cyclists

Scientific Reports
PAPE (post-activation performance enhancement) has gained attention in sports science due to its potential to enhance athletic performance. This study aimed to investigate the effects of different PAPE activation methods, including non-activation (CON ...
Yapu Liang, Tianhe Li, Jiayue Liu, Yahui Gao, Shanju Bao, Yufang Guo, Qi Liu, Xu Huang, Qi Zhong, Lehai Lin   +9 more
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Effects of Recreational Football on Body Composition and Cardiometabolic Health in Overweight or Obese Individuals: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Life
Objective: This study systematically examined the effects of recreational football on body composition and cardiometabolic health in overweight or obese individuals via subgroup analyses of potential moderators. Methods: A systematic search was conducted
Sijia Li, Haoran Li, Bo Wang, Zhuo Zeng, Rui Zhang, Henghao Yan, Aiguo Zhou, Yongmin Xie, Chengyu Zhou   +8 more
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Effects of physical training combined with transcranial direct current stimulation on maximal strength and lower limb explosive strength in healthy adults

Frontiers in Sports and Active Living
ObjectiveThe purpose of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to investigates whether transcranial direct current stimulation applied during physical training increases muscle strength in comparison with sham tDCS combined with physical training ...
Jintong Liu, Chunlei Li, Junhui Fang, Haokai Xu, Xingyue Zhang, Fan Zhao   +5 more
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Comparative analysis of inertial measurement units and markerless video motion capture systems for assessing rotational parameters in snowboard freestyle

Measurement: Sensors
In snowboard freestyle, the measured amount of rotation (mAR) is a key judging criteria. Rotational parameters like angular velocity (AV) support athletes and coaches in performance enhancements.
Tom Gorges, Christian Merz, Felix Friedl, Ingo Sandau   +3 more
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Rotation of the hammer and performance in hammer throwing

Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology
ObjectiveThe purpose of this study was to determine the effects of hammer rotation on performance in hammer throwing.MethodsThe hammer’s velocity increment at different stages, the duration of rotations at different phases, and the horizontal azimuth ...
Jiaru Huang, Leonardo A. Peyré-Tartaruga, Leonardo A. Peyré-Tartaruga, Junlei Lin, Yu Shi, Wei Li   +5 more
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The effect of acute branched-chain amino acids ingestion on rate of force development in different time intervals: a controlled crossover study

Frontiers in Nutrition
BackgroundBranched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) are widely used as sports nutrition supplements. However, their impact on the rate of force development (RFD), an indicator of explosive muscle strength, has not yet been validated.
Xi-Nuan Zhang, Long-Ji Li, Yan-Hao Tu, Li-Feng Zhang, Hua-Yu Shang, Meng Liu, Ming-Da Li   +6 more
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Comparative Study of the Sprint Start Biomechanics of Men’s 100 m Athletes of Different Levels

Applied Sciences
Background: This study sought to investigate the kinematic and kinetic differences in sprint start between high-level and medium-level sprinters. Methods: Twenty male sprinters were dichotomized according to their personal 100 m performance.
Zhao Li, Yan Peng, Qing Li
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Acute Effects of Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation Combined with High-Load Resistance Exercises on Repetitive Vertical Jump Performance and EEG Characteristics in Healthy Men

Life
Background: Transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) is a non-invasive technique known to enhance athletic performance metrics such as vertical jump and lower limb strength.
Yuping Zhou, Haiting Zhai, Hongwen Wei
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Determining Physiological and Energetic Demands during High-Level Pommel Horse Routines Using a Modified Method Based on Heart Rate–Oxygen Uptake Functions

Sports
This study aimed (1) to assess the validity of a modified method (Mmod) based on heart rate (HR)—oxygen uptake (VO2) regression functions to calculate total energy costs (Wtotal) and aerobic (Waer) and anaerobic alactic energy contribution (Wpcr) and (2)
Alexander Seemann-Sinn, Peter Rüdrich, Tom Gorges, Ingo Sandau, Falk Naundorf, Bernd Wolfarth   +5 more
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