Search Results - Life
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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)“…Results: Four themes emerged: "Coaching knowledge and training load process," "Coaching technology-integrated practice," "Coaches` interpretation of life load management," and "Coach-athlete relationship dynamics." …”
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The prevalence of common mental health problems and associated psychosocial issues in elite swimmers
Howarth, H., Evans, G., Kruger, P., Dilkes, E., Bell, G., Kipps, C.Published in Sports Psychiatry (2023)Subjects: “…way of life…”
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Conceptualising family well-being in elite swimming
Christoforou, A., Mansfield, L., Blair, R., Rhind, D.Published in International Review for the Sociology of Sport (2025)“…The study employed four rounds of individual interviews with each family member to explore in-depth well-being, family life and elite sporting experiences. The findings revealed that a mutual sense of FWB was characterised by health, emotions and a sense of belonging and worthwhileness. …”
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The perceived benefits of and barriers to open-water swimming: A mixed-methods examination
Elliott, D., Christie, M. A.Published in International Journal of Aquatic Research and Education (2025)“…Data from the EBBS revealed the strongest perceived benefits to be `Psychological Outlook` and `Life Enhancement.` In terms of barriers, those presented in the EBBS received low ratings with only `Physical Exertion` considered as being somewhat problematic. …”
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Muscle tone, stiffness, and elasticity in elite female cyclists after consecutive short competitions
Rotllan, C., Corbi, F., Viscor, G.Published in 29th Annual Congress of the European College of Sport Science, 2-5 July 2024, Book of Abstracts (2024)“…INTRODUCTION: In professional road cyclists, most overload injuries affect the lower limbs and are mostly represented by contractures or muscle shortening, characterised by a variation of muscular tone, stiffness, and elasticity. This real-life study aimed to assess specific mechanical parameters in top-class female cyclists who participated in 3 races a week. …”
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Breaking more than records: bone health in elite cycling
van Dijk, J.Published in 29th Annual Congress of the European College of Sport Science, 2-5 July 2024, Book of Abstracts (2024)“…Integrating these strategies will yield a framework aimed at preventing and addressing bone health issues among elite cyclists, with the dual benefit of not only extending their time in competition but also securing their bone health for life beyond their professional career.…”
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The effects of strength training on distance running performance and running injury prevention
Karp, J. R.Published in Journal of Physical Education and Sport (2024)“…Furthermore, no studies have examined the effect of strength training on real-life distance running race performance or on long-distance running performance (e.g., marathon, half-marathon). …”
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Physiology and pathophysiology of marathon running: A narrative review
Braschler, L., Nikolaidis, P. T., Thuany, M., Chlíbková, D., Rosemann, T., Weiss, K., Wilhelm, M., Knechtle, B.Published in Sports Medicine - Open (2025)“…As such, it improves cardiovascular risk factors, leads to favora ble cardiac adaptations, enhances lung function, and improves quality of life in chronic kidney disease patients. It also enhances gastrointestinal mobility and reduces the risk of specifc tumors such as colorectal cancer and hepa tocellular carcinoma. …”
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The effect of swimming on overuse injuries in athletes through cross training strategy: A systematic review
Li, J.Published in Pakistan Journal of Life and Social Sciences (2024)“…Pakistan Journal of Life and Social Sciences…”
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Lifelong physiology of a former marathon world-record holder: the pros and cons of extreme cardiac remodeling
Foulkes, S. J., Haykowsky, M. J., Kistler, P. M., McConell, G. K., Trappe, S., Hargreaves, M., Costill, D. L., La Gerche, A.Published in Journal of Applied Physiology (2024)“…However, at the age of 78 yr, DC developed palpitations and fatigue and was found to be in atrial fibrillation requiring ablation procedures to revert his heart to sinus rhythm. Overall, this life study of a world champion marathon runner exemplifies the substantial benefits and potential side effects of many decades of intense endurance exercise. …”
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British elite swimmers` experiences and perspectives on life skill development
Murdoch, R., Hong, H. J.Published in Frontiers in Psychology (2024)“…This study explores the experiences of British elite swimmers in developing life skills during and throughout their athletic careers, examining the factors that influence their perspectives on this skill development. …”
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The influence of a multistage mountain-bike race on neuromuscular activation and synergies: A case study.
Eken, M. M., Arnold, S. L., Thijssen, J., van der Schaaf, M., Engelbrecht, L., Lamberts, R. P.Published in International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance (2023)“…Results The athlete reported an increase in symptoms of experienced stress after the stage race on the Daily Analysis of Life Demands of Athletes questionnaire. Both biceps femoris and tibialis anterior muscles showed a reduction in normalized amplitude after the stage race. …”
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MOPED: an agent-based model for peloton dynamics in competitive cycling
Martins Ratamero, E.Published in Proceedings of the International Congress on Sport Sciences Research and Technology Support icSPORTS - Volume 1 (2013)“…Using an agent-based approach, it aims to generate the very complex behaviour observed in real-life competitive cycling from a collective of agents with very simple rules. …”
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Experimental validation of a method for virtual testing of bike settings
André, C., Lemaître, C., Voiry, M.Published in Journal of Science and Cycling (2023)“…This allows the biomechanical and aerodynamic properties of a bike setting to be assessed without having to test it in real life. We also perform an experimental validation of the method by comparing measured and simulated values of different indicators: the frontal area, the maximum knee flexion, the maximum knee extension, the hip angle closed and the hip angle open.…”
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Live sonification of the swimming intracyclic velocity
Roig, A., Duran, J., Arañó, M., Gutiérrez, A.Published in XIVth International Symposium on Biomechanics and Medicine in Swimming Proceedings (2023)“…This variety of feedback in form (coach`s advice, video, velocity curves, calculated performance indicators and speed sonification) and temporality (life and delayed) can be offered separately or simultaneously combined for a more immersive perception and may lead to improve the swimmer`s feeling for the water through experiencing while being evaluated and reported of the resulting performance in a sustained and repeated loop.…”
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Isolated skill test battery for actual aquatic skillacquisition in children (6-12y) within the european alfac("aquatic literacy for all children") project
Martelaer, D.Published in XIVth International Symposium on Biomechanics and Medicine in Swimming Proceedings (2023)“…Tests not adapted to real life situations might lead to frustration and/or a false feeling of security. …”
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Effect of seat shear forces and pressure on perceived sitting comfort in cycling
Scholler, V., Groslambert, A., Grappe, F.Published in Journal of Science and Cycling (2023)“…Moreover, in everyday life sitting situations, other biomechanical sitting parameters such as shear forces influence the sitting comfort. …”
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The occurrence of flexion-relaxation phenomenon in elite cyclists during trunk forward bending
Hashem boroojerdi, M., Rahimi, A., Roostayi, M. M., Talebian Moghaddam, S., Yousefi, M., Norouzi, M., Akbarzadeh Baghban, A.Published in Sports Biomechanics (2022)“…The purpose of this study was to investigate FRP occurrence in elite cyclists that prolonged flexion posture is an integral part of their professional life. Their muscles` contraction pattern during forward bending was also compared. …”
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Assessing the cardiac autonomic response to bicycle exercise in Olympic athletes with different loads of endurance training: new insights from statistical indicators based on multi...
Solaro, N., Pagani, M., Spataro, A., Lucini, D.Published in Frontiers in Physiology (2023)“…Conclusion: This MEFA application permits a more straightforward representation of the complexity characterizing ANS modulation during exercise, simplifying the interpretation of the HRV-derived indices and facilitating the possible real-life use of this non-invasive methodology.…”