Search Results - Coaching focus
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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)“…Methods: Qualitative findings of six focus groups with coaches (two focus groups) and athletes (four focus groups) were comprised of four sports (association football, boxing, field hockey, and swimming). …”
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Strength training and conditioning leading to a world record at the 2023 Fukuoka world championships: a case study of Haiyang Qin
Shu, Y., Cheng, Y.Published in 29th Annual Congress of the European College of Sport Science, 2-5 July 2024, Book of Abstracts (2024)“…METHODS: The study employed the following methods: (1) Training session analysis: A comprehensive examination of both aquatic and land-based training regimens, including specific swimming training and perceived exertion ratings (RPE) reported by coaches and athletes, along with monitoring of blood biochemical markers. (2) Functional testing and morphological changes: Regular assessments were carried out to evaluate morphological indicators and physical capabilities such as power and strength (Vertical Jump and Pull-up Test), speed (30 Metre Sprint Test), coordination (Y-Balance Test) and endurance (3 km Run Test). (3) Competition technical analysis: A systematic comparison was made of Haiyang Qins technical performance at the Fukuoka Championships with his previous results, with a focus on biomechanical changes and performance enhancements. …”
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A race between two races: positioning and power demands during cycling in a sprint triathlon world championship
Nolte, S., Quittmann, O. J.Published in 29th Annual Congress of the European College of Sport Science, 2-5 July 2024, Book of Abstracts (2024)“…METHODS: We analyzed power data and television-based positional information from the 2020 male sprint triathlon World Championship event held in Hamburg. Specifically, we focused on five of the eight riders from the leading bike group, examining their power profiles and power distributions. …”
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The perceived knowledge of the menstruation cycle and adjustment of swimming sets by swimming coaches based on menstrual-related issues
Marais, N., Morris-Eyton, H., Janse van Rensburg, N.Published in South African Journal of Sports Medicine (2022)“…Data were collected in the form of questionnaires, focus group discussions, and one-on-one interviews. …”
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Best-practice training characteristics within Olympic endurance sports as described by Norwegian world-class coaches
Sandbakk, Ø., Tønnessen, E., Sandbakk, S. B., Losnegard, T., Seiler, S., Haugen, T.Published in Sports Medicine - Open (2025)“…Another common emerging feature was an emphasis on high volume of low-intensity training combined with 2-3 weekly "key workout" days consisting of 3-5 intensive training sessions. Finally, coaches across all sports focused on achieving high training quality by optimizing training sessions, systematically controlling the load-recovery balance, and ensuring optimal preparations for major competitions. …”
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The effect of running experience and speed on local dynamic stability in running
Cerrito, A., Wittwer, L., Schmitt, K.-U.Published in Frontiers in Sports and Active Living (2025)“…Introduction: As a coach or health care professional working with physically active people, it can be difficult to guide runners towards safe and effective progression, because making changes to single aspects of running technique may not lead to the desired result. …”
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Field-based tests for determining critical speed among runners and its practical application: A systematic review
Lipková, L., Struhár, I., Krajnák, J., Puda, D., Kumstát, M.Published in Frontiers in Sports and Active Living (2025)“…Introduction: This review focuses exclusively on field-based critical speed (CS) tests for runners, aiming to evaluate key testing conditions to optimize field-based assessments and their practical applications. …”
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Perceived recovery-stress states and sleep in pre- and post-menarche elite youth swimmers
Kullik, L., Kiel, A., Kellmann, M., Jakowski, S.Published in International Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology (2025)“…The influence of menstruation on athletes represents a current topic of scientific research. Investigations focus not only on performance but also on assessing the effects on regeneration and well-being. …”
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Analysis of performance determinants in open water swimmers and triathletes
López-Belmonte, ÓPublished 2024“…All of these studies focused on physiological and biomechanical factors. …”
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The effect of training distribution, duration, and volume on VO2max and performance in trained cyclists: A systematic review, multilevel meta-analysis, and multivariate meta-regres...
Cove, B., Chalmers, S., Nelson, M. J., Anderson, M., Bennett, H.Published in Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport (2024)“…Design A systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted, focusing on interventions categorized as polarized, non-polarized, or unclear. …”
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Enhancing skill acquisition knowledge and practice design in elite level swimming: Effects of a six-week online coach education intervention
Powell, D., Wood, G., Dagnall, N., Payton, C.Published in International Journal of Sports Science & Coaching (2025)“…The intervention harnessed coach experiential knowledge by emphasising development in understanding of theory underpinning three key principles of skill acquisition (i) implicit learning, (ii), focus of attention, and (iii) contextual interference, and encouraging informal and experiential learning between sessions. …”
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Optimization of sprint training among European coaches: Quality over quantity
Agudo-Ortega, A., Sandbakk, Ø., Salinero, J. J., Johansen, B., González-Rave, J. M.Published in International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance (2024)“…Results The coaches used traditional periodization (45%) with a 10- to 15-day tapering phase (48%) that includes a reduction in volume, maintenance of intensity, and focus on correct technical execution. …”
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Intensity and pace calculation of Ultra Short Race Pace Training (USRPT) in swimming—take-home messages and statements for swimming coaches
Papadimitriou, K.Published in Sports (2024)“…However, further studies focusing on specific aspects of intensity and pace calculation within USRPT sets are needed for comprehensive understanding. …”
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Understanding written message framing, motivation, and performance in competitive cyclists
Fasczewski, K. S., Bramblett, P. N., Bobo, L. K., Peterman, J., Shanely, R. A.Published in The Sport Journal (2023)“…These interactions should be considered an important part of the coach-athlete relationship. For optimal athlete motivation and performance, coaches should focus on creating well-designed workouts that include detailed written information using supportive wording.…”
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A study of triathletes` race strategies in different competition environments
Zhao, J., Wu, Y., Zhang, J.Published in Heliyon (2024)“…This paper investigates the race strategies of Chinese triathletes in different competition environments, with a focus on the performance of professional triathletes during the Olympic Distance Triathlon held in China between 2015 and 2021. …”
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Interval training for cycling. From lab to races
Rønnestad, B., Tur, C., Ahumada, F.Published 2024“…Interval Training for Cycling is a reference for coaches and cyclists that want to improve their training methods and tools to apply every day. …”
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Efficacy beliefs and motivational dynamics in early-season collegiate swimming relays
Hwang, S., Sedabres, K., Dithurbide, L., Feltz, D.Published in International Journal of Sports Science & Coaching (2023)“…Based on our results, we recommend Division II and III collegiate coaches not be too concerned with positional order by particular rank at early season invitationals; instead, focus on how to obtain the most effort from each relay member. …”