Search Results - Athletic Coach
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The test-retest reliability of a 16.1 km time trial in trained cyclists using the Wattbike Pro ergometer in hot environmental conditions
Dobson, B., Tinnion, D. J., Gough, L. A., McNaughton, L. R., Sparks, S. A.Published in Journal of Science and Cycling (2025)“…The Wattbike Pro ergometer (Wattbike) is readily available and widely used by athletes, coaches, and researchers as a tool for cycling performance assessment. …”
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Physical performance predictors in youth breaststroke swimming: motor and biomotor diagnostic differences
Karadenizli, Z. I., Ilbak, I., Jorgic, B. M., Bartik, P., Sagat, P.Published in BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation (2026)“…Swimming performance in youth athletes is influenced by a complex interplay of physical, motor, and physiological factors. …”
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Training modification decision-making and the role of athlete monitoring in elite endurance sports coaching: An instrumental case study of a world-class cycling coach and a world-class development rowing coach
Timmerman, W. P., Stanley, M., Raynor, A., Lawler, N., Abbiss, C.Published in Journal of Science and Cycling (2025)“…The purpose of this study is to improve the understanding of the training modifications made by elite endurance coaches and explore the role athlete monitoring has in this process. …”
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An interpretive exploration of Australian triathlon coaching practices: working toward optimal training load practice within real-world contexts
Wells, L. A., Kremer, P., Bruce, L., Hoffmann, S. M., Dwyer, D. B.Published in International Sport Coaching Journal (2026)“…Introduction: This study uses an interpretivist approach to examine and understand triathlon coaching practices as they apply to age group (recreational, nonprofessional) athletes in Australia. …”
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Examining a successful high-performance triathlon environment from the coaching team perspective
Andronikos, G., Westbury, T., Souglis, A., Travlos, A., Martindale, R. J.Published in International Sport Coaching Journal (2026)“…This research aims to investigate an environment designed by a head coach with a track record of both highly successful talent development and world-class performance outcomes in the sport of triathlon. …”
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Durability as an independent parameter of endurance performance in cycling
Barsumyan, A., Soost, C., Shyla, R., Graw, J. A., Bliemel, C., Burchard, R.Published in BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation (2025)“…Protocols of the few existing studies are only suitable for professional male cyclists while most coaches work primarily with amateur athletes. Moreover, it is currently unclear whether durability is dependent on traditional parameters of endurance performance, such as functional threshold power (FTP) or maximal oxygen uptake (VO2 max). …”
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Relative age of youth swimmers and their sporting performance at the end of the season
Mendoza-Castejón, D., Trinidad, A., De la Calle, L. M., Belando-Pedreño, N.Published in PLOS ONE (2025)“…This study explores the influence of relative age on the athletic and academic performance of young swimmers, while also considering other contributing factors such as training conditions, anthropometric characteristics, and coaches` subjective evaluations. …”
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Triathlete`s preferences for adding strength training to triathlon training programming
Deugan, B.Published 2025“…The purpose of this study was to expand the current understanding of how age, gender, and experience influence strength training decisions and to translate those insights into practical strategies for coaching and athletic programming. A total of 210 triathletes completed an online survey assessing training behaviors, preferred strength modalities, session frequency, and load estimation methods. …”
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Associations between swimmers` dry-land lower- and upper-limb measures and butterfly sprint performance
Holub, M., Glyk, W., Stanula, A., Weiss, K., Rosemann, T., Knechtle, B.Published in Sports (2025)“…Our study demonstrates that targeted dry-land training programmes using exercises like vertical jumps can enhance competitive swimmers` performance and offer coaches an accessible means of tracking athlete progress. …”
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Impact of reaction time on 50m Freestyle performance in male swimmers: a a differential analysis across qualification levels
Zaitsev, V. S.Published in Theory and Practice of Physical Culture (2025)“…This differential impact provides valuable insights for targeted coaching strategies, suggesting a varied emphasis on start training based on a swimmer's current qualification level.…”
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Application of selected speed development exercises for the national swimming team at Danang National Sports Training Center
Hung, T. M., Hai, P. T., Quan, P. Q. M.Published in Journal of Physical Education and Sport (2025)“…This study examined the selection and application of scientifically grounded speed development exercises to enhance short-distance swimming performance among elite athletes at Danang National Sports Training Center, Vietnam. …”
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Repeatability and validity of different methods to determine the anaerobic threshold through the maximal multistage test in male cyclists and triathletes
Llodio, I., Yanci, J., Usandizaga, M., Larrea, A., Iturricastillo, A., Cámara, J., Granados, C.Published in Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology (2025)“…Sports physiologists and coaches can use corrected AT73Pmax and DmaxLE to accurately assess athletes` endurance capacity and prescribe their training.…”
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Análise longitudinal do desempenho competitivo de duatletas medalhistas ao longo de uma temporada de 42 semanas (Longitudinal analysis of the competitive performance of medal-winning duathletes over a 42-week season)
Tuono, A. T., Pinheiro, A. M., Gomes, A. C., Padovani, C. R., Borin, J. P.Published in Revista Brasileira de Cineantropometria e Desempenho Humano (2025)“…It is hypothesized that this work may benefit coaches and duathletes from the characterization of the modality carried out through the analysis of long-term competitive performance that highlights the relevance of some particularities of the sprint duathlon, mainly regarding the importance of the calendar, regulations and rules of the competition, in addition to the influence of geographic and climatic conditions on the final performance of the athlete. …”
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Swimming coaches' perceptions and practices on periodization, performance monitoring, and training management
Cano-Cuartero, C., López-Hernández, A., Rodríguez-Barbero, S., González-Ravé, J. M.Published in Frontiers in Sports and Active Living (2025)“…Discussion: These findings highlight the importance of individualized planning, continuous monitoring, and athlete-context integration in high-performance swimming coaching.…”
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An integer programming approach for relay design in masters swimming
De Arca, F., Marenco, J.Published in Journal of Sports Analytics (2025)“…Setting up relays in masters swimming may be harder than for professional or junior swimming, in which swimmers compete against other athletes in the same age category. In this work, an integer programming model is presented in order to optimize the assembly of relays in masters swimming, and a scheme is implemented to present the results in a friendly format for the coach. …”
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Psychological safety: a qualitative study on coach and athlete perceptions
Cooke, M., Paradis, K. F., Sharp, L. A., Woods, D., Sarkar, M.Published in International Sport Coaching Journal (2025)Subjects: “…coach…”
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Psychological safety in elite swimming: fearful versus fearless coaching environments
Maughan, A. B., Jowett, S.Published in International Sport Coaching Journal (2025)“…The purpose of this paper was to explore the notion of psychological safety and its impact on athletes` performance, as well as examine the role coaches played in creating psychologically safe environments. …”
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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.…”