Search Results - Condition
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Investigating the mechanisms of body rotation during the standing discus throw using an inclined board: An intraindividual comparative study
Seki, K., Kikuchi, S., Ae, K.Published in Journal of Sports Sciences (2025)“…Our findings suggest that a smaller ground reaction force may generate an equivalent angular momentum under inclined conditions compared with level conditions, indicating an optimal position for facilitating body rotation.…”
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Case Report: constraint led strength and conditioning for Paralympic throwers with skeletal dysplasia
Judge, L. W., Garcia-Carrillo, E.Published in Frontiers in Sports and Active Living (2025)“…Introduction: Paralympic athletes with skeletal dysplasia (SD) require specialized strength and conditioning approaches due to unique anthropometric characteristics. …”
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The association between ambient temperature and elite racewalking performance in the olympics and world championships
Zhang, X., Cui, D., Jiang, Z., Yang, W.Published in Frontiers in Sports and Active Living (2025)“…This study aimed to investigate the relationship between weather conditions and racewalking performance in major international events, and examine differences across sex, performance levels, and race segments. …”
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Theoretical and methodological foundations for improving technical skills of highly skilled athletes in track and field competitions
Kolot, A., Sovenko, S., Rezanov, O.Published in Journal of Physical Education and Sport (2025)“…Technical mastery as an integral criterion of the athlete's highest level of fitness allows to achieve maximum results in conditions of tough competition due to perfect mastery of the most rational motor structures of sports exercises. …”
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Substrate oxidation does not influence middle distance running performance: a randomized controlled crossover trial
Buga, A., Buxton, J. D., Plank, E., Minor, J. D., Sterrett, M. T., Brooks, C. A., Niemann, T. R., Troxel, M. P., Bryarly, A., Furry, Z., Hannon, C., Muench, J., Stone, D., D`Agostino, D. P., Volek, J. S., Koutnik, A. P., Prins, P. J.Published in Nutrients (2025)“…Despite distinct preferred substrate oxidation profiles during exercise, the 5 and 10 km TT performances were similar between conditions (p = 0.646/p = 0.118). RER was significantly lower (p = 0.002) after the LCHF condition compared to HCLF. …”
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Optimization of speed qualities in sprinters in the sensitive period of 14-17 years
Sorokin, D. V.Published in Theory and Practice of Physical Culture (2025)“…The implementation of adapted plans should be combined with alternating phases and monitoring of the physical condition. Thus, an integrated approach that combines physical development, technical improvement and psychological support is essential for the successful preparation of sprinters and can be used in youth sports to optimize training and minimize the risk of overload.…”
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Neuromuscular and performance responses to resisted sprint loads in elite female sprinters
Bartosz-Jeffries, M., Loturco, I., Zajac, A., Maszczyk, A., Freitas, T. T., Alcaraz, P. E., Pereira, L. A., Golas, A.Published in Sports (2025)“…Ten highly trained athletes (age: 23 ± 2.8 years; body mass: 58.3 ± 4.7 kg) performed two maximal 30 m unresisted sprints and six resisted sprints under three different load conditions (i.e., 5%, 10%, and 15% of body mass [BM]), randomized in a counterbalanced design. …”
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Post-activation performance enhancement in resisted sprinting: effects of different loads and rest intervals on 100-m sprint segments
Chen, W., Qian, D., Zhang, H., Shen, Y.Published in Frontiers in Physiology (2025)“…This study aimed to investigate the acute effects of resisted sprint-induced post-activation potentiation enhancement (PAPE) on 100-m sprint performance under three loading conditions (5%, 10%, and 15% body weight) and three rest intervals (4, 8, and 12 min), with a focus on segmental performance (0-30 m, 30-60 m, and 60-100 m). …”
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The physiology and psychology of negative splits: insights into optimal marathon pacing strategies
Grivas, G. V.Published in Frontiers in Physiology (2025)“…The article also examines the limitations and applicability of negative splits among elite and recreational runners, highlighting the need for individualized approaches based on fitness level, environmental conditions, and race profile. In conclusion, while not universally applicable, negative splits represent a scientifically grounded pacing method that may optimize performance in marathon running across a range of athlete populations.…”
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What variables differentiate between selected and not selected high-performance adolescent track and field athletes?
Velez, A. E., Garcia-Roca, J. A., Vaquero-Cristobal, R.Published in Journal of Human Kinetics (2025)“…Significant differences were observed in maturity (p < 0.001), anthropometric variables related to bone structure, muscle mass, and body mass (p < 0.001 to 0.044), physical condition variations related to strength, power, sprint ability, flexibility, and balance (p < 0.001 to 0.013), as well as athletic experience and training variants (p = 0.003-0.004). …”
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Bilateral coordination is improved at 10-km race speed in trained runners
Padulo, J., Doria, C., Scurati, R., Antiglio, A., Odinot, M., Esposito, F., Peyré-Tartaruga, L. A.Published in International Journal of Sports Medicine (2025)“…The energy cost of running was higher at slower speeds in comparison to TT speed and higher speed conditions (p=0.029 and p=0.017, respectively). The ratings of perceived exertion, heart rate, oxygen consumption, flight time, and stride length increased according to the speed (p<0.05). …”
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Relationships between horizontal jump kinematics and sprint performance in female sprinters and team sport athletes
Johansen, B., van den Tillaar, R., Neville, J.Published in Frontiers in Sports and Active Living (2025)“…Sprinters showed higher horizontal velocity, longer step length, and shorter contact times across most sprint and jump conditions. Horizontal velocity in the single leg jump for speed showed the strongest correlations with sprint velocity across both groups, with particularly strong associations in sprinters (r = 0.70-0.92). …”
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Skin diseases in long-distance runners
Ahomies, H., Descamps, V., Leclerc-Mercier, S., Kluger, N.Published in Open Access Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venerology Clinical Practice (2025)“…Understanding these skin conditions and the circumstances surrounding running is essential for prevention and effective management. …”
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The effect of the step frequency manipulation on the step length in competitive race walkers
Vando, S., Padulo, J.Published in Sport Sciences for Health (2012)“…ANOVA with repeated measures and Bonferroni post hoc showed significant differences between both training groups F(1,10)= 32.856, p < 0.0001 (2= 0.767) respect to baseline condition. In RWM group showed a increased step length 4.54% (p < 0.0001), contact time 4.58% (p < 0.001) and decreased step frequency 4.44% (p < 0.0001). …”
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The effects of air temperature on marathon finishing time in elite and average runners
Llewellyn, T. L., Maceri, R. M.Published in Journal of Sports Sciences (2025)“…Marathon running is highly dependent upon environmental conditions, especially air temperature. More research is warranted to determine how climate change and heat waves might be impacting the temperature and performance in marathon events worldwide. …”
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Improvements in running economy in advanced footwear technology are greater if you are strong in leg-press - if you are female
Arndt, T., Seglina, I., Kvarforth, L., Hallström, S., Torniainen, K.Published in Footwear Science (2025)“…The difference in running economy (RE) between the shoe conditions was correlated with the muscle strengths. …”
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Effects of advanced footwear technology shoes on race walking efficiency and performance: a randomised cross over study
Lee, R. Y., Suzuki, Y., Hata, K., Yamazaki, Y., Yanagiya, T.Published in Footwear Science (2025)“…Results: The joint angle was not significantly different between shoe conditions, while the ankle and metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint were significantly lower in AFTs compared with TRADs (p < 0.05). …”
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The addition of glycerol and sodium chloride to a hyperhydration protocol does not improve half-marathon time-trial performance in trained runners in warm conditions
Jardine, W. T., Condo, D., Aisbett, B., Ross, M. L., Burke, L. M., Durkalec-Michalski, K., Abbott, G., Périard, J. D., Carr, A. J.Published in International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance (2025)“…Purpose: We examined the effect of glycerol- and sodium-induced hyperhydration on a field-based half-marathon in warm conditions. Methods: Endurance runners (N = 13) completed a 180-minute hyperhydration (HYP) and control (CON) protocol before a maximal-effort half-marathon time trial (~24 °C wet-bulb globe temperature) in a randomized crossover order. …”
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Multi-phase, multi-ethnic GWAS uncovers putative loci in predisposition to elite sprint and power performance, health and disease
Wang, G., Fuku, N., Miyamoto-Mikami, E., Tanaka, M., Miyachi, M., Murakami, H., Mitchell, B. D., Morrison, E., Ahmetov, I. I., Sportgene Research Group, Generozov, E. V., Filipenko, M. L., Gilep, A. A., Gineviciene, V., Moran, C. N., Venckunas, T., Cieszczyk, P., Derave, W., Papadimitriou, I., Garton, F. C., Padmanabhan, S., Pitsiladis, Y. P.Published in Biology of Sport (2025)“…From the elite athlete cohorts, we further identified thirty-six previously uncharacterized genes linked to host defence, leukocyte migration, and cellular responses to interferon-gamma, and four genes - UQCRFS1, PTPN6, RALY and ZMYM4 - associated with aging, neurological conditions, and blood disorders. Taken together, these results provide new biological insights into the genetic basis of elite sprint and power performance and, importantly, offer valuable clues to the molecular mechanisms underlying elite athletic performance, health and disease. …”
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Race-day temperature and marathon performance - analysing trends from six Olympic games (2004-2024)
Kumar, M. S., Kurnaz, M., Konar, N., Grygus, I., Sanjaykumar, S.Published in Journal of Human Sport & Exercise (2025)“…The findings underscore the impact of weather conditions and technological advancements on marathon performance, providing valuable insights for athletes, coaches, and sports scientists aiming to optimize race strategies under varying environmental conditions.…”