The Impact of High-Intensity Interval Training on Brain Derived Neurotrophic Factor in Brain: A Mini-Review
The brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) is a protein mainly synthetized in the neurons. Early evidence showed that BDNF participates i…
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The Effect of Angle and Velocity on Change of Direction Biomechanics: An Angle-Velocity Trade-Off
Changes of direction (CODs) are key manoeuvres linked to decisive moments in sport and are also key actions associated with lower limb inju…
On the Run for Hippocampal Plasticity
This review addresses mechanisms of exercise's beneficial effects on the hippocampus.
Assessment of the Fitbit Charge 2 for monitoring heart rate
Fitness trackers are devices or applications for monitoring and tracking fitness-related metrics such as distance walked or run, calorie co…
Exosomes as Mediators of the Systemic Adaptations to Endurance Exercise
This article discusses how exosomes mediate systemic adaptations to endurance exercise.
Physiology and Pathophysiology in Ultra-Marathon Running
In this overview, we summarize the findings of the literature with regards to physiology and pathophysiology of ultra-marathon running. The…
A preliminary study on infrared thermal imaging of cross-country skiers and swimmers subjected to endurance exercise
This study was focused on the thermal mapping of skin over the selected muscle zones in two groups of elite athletes fully engaged in compl…
Oxygen uptake kinetics and speed-time correlates of modified 3-minute all-out shuttle running in soccer players
How parameters derived from oxygen uptake kinetics relate to critical speed is not fully understood, and how such parameters relate to more…
Computational and Complex Network Modeling for Analysis of Sprinter Athletes’ Performance in Track Field Tests
Sports and exercise today are popular for both amateurs and athletes. However, we continue to seek the best ways to analyze best athlete pe…
The Psychophysiological Regulation of Pacing Behaviour and Performance Fatigability During Long-Distance Running with Locomotor Muscle Fatigue and Exercise-Induced Muscle Damage in Highly Trained Runners
Background Locomotor muscle fatigue (LMMF) and exercise-induced muscle damage (EIMD) are common conditions experienced during long-distance…
A “Blood Relationship” Between the Overlooked Minimum Lactate Equivalent and Maximal Lactate Steady State in Trained Runners. Back to the Old Days?
Maximal Lactate Steady State (MLSS) and Lactate Threshold (LT) are physiologically-related and fundamental concepts within the sports and e…
Training Quantification and Periodization during Live High Train High at 2100 M in Elite Runners: An Observational Cohort Case Study
The questionable efficacy of Live High Train High altitude training (LHTH) is compounded by minimal training quantification in many studies…
The Critical Power Model as a Potential Tool for Anti-doping
Existing doping detection strategies rely on direct and indirect biochemical measurement methods focused on detecting banned substances, th…
Differences in Physiological Responses During Rowing and Cycle Ergometry in Elite Male Rowers
Cycle training is an important training modality of elite rowers. Cycling is the preferred alternative to on-water and ergometer rowing as …
Effects of Low Versus Moderate Glycemic Index Diets on Aerobic Capacity in Endurance Runners: Three-Week Randomized Controlled Crossover Trial
glycemic index (GI) of ingested carbohydrates may in uence substrate oxidation during exercise and athletic performance. Therefore, the aim…
Correction: Pilates training improves 5-km run performance by changing metabolic cost and muscle activity in trained runners
Purpose Strength training improves distance running economy and performance. This finding is based predominantly on maximal and explosive s…
Effects of β-alanine supplementation during a 5-week strength training program: a randomized, controlled study
Background β-Alanine (BA) is a non-essential amino acid that has been shown to enhance exercise performance. The purpose of this investigat…
Longer Work/Rest Intervals During High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) Lead to Elevated Levels of miR-222 and miR-29c
Aim: MicroRNA-222 (miR-222) and miR-29c have been identified as important modulators of cardiac growth and may protect against pathological…
Functional Exercise Training and Undulating Periodization Enhances the Effect of Whole-Body Electromyostimulation Training on Running Performance
The popularity of whole-body electromyostimulation is growing during the last years, but there is a shortage of studies that evaluate its e…
Pacing and perceived exertion in endurance performance in exercise therapy and health sports
When humans are physically active for an extended period of time, they regulate their physical performance in order to achieve the intended…
Age-Predicted Maximal Heart Rate in Recreational Marathon Runners: A Cross-Sectional Study on Fox's and Tanaka's Equations
Age-based prediction equations of maximal heart rate (HRmax), such as the popular formulas Fox's 220-age, or Tanaka's 208-0.7 × age, have b…
Similarities and differences among half-marathon runners according to their performance level
This study aimed to identify the similarities and differences among half-marathon runners in relation to their performance level. Forty-eig…
Effects of Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation on Psychophysiological Responses to Maximal Incremental Exercise Test in Recreational Endurance Runners
Previous studies have suggested that transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) might improve exercise performance and alter psychophys…
Effects of a single dose of beetroot juice on cycling time trial performance at ventilatory thresholds intensity in male triathletes
Background Beetroot juice (BJ) is classified as a high-level supplement for improving sports performance. There is some controversy over th…