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View article: A preliminary study of lipid complex supplementation on fatty acid profile and blood antioxidant status after downhill running in athletes
A preliminary study of lipid complex supplementation on fatty acid profile and blood antioxidant status after downhill running in athletes Open
The level of post-exercise inflammatory response induced by oxidative stress may depend on the fatty acid content of red blood cells. Twenty-three ultramarathoners were randomly assigned to two groups: a lipid complex supplementation group…
View article: Effects of High Intensity Interval Training in Normobaric Hypoxia on Aerobic Performance and Exercise-Induced Motor Performance Fatigue in Young Biathletes
Effects of High Intensity Interval Training in Normobaric Hypoxia on Aerobic Performance and Exercise-Induced Motor Performance Fatigue in Young Biathletes Open
This study investigated the effect of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) in normobaric hypoxia on aerobic performance in young biathlon athletes. In addition, the study aimed to assess the impact of training in hypoxia on the mechanis…
View article: Socioeconomic status and motivation in endurance sports: insights from long-distance running
Socioeconomic status and motivation in endurance sports: insights from long-distance running Open
Introduction Endurance running is a popular activity with varying motivations, yet the influence of socioeconomic status (SES) on these motivations has not been thoroughly explored. This study investigates how SES (income, education, vocat…
View article: Expanding the phenotype of myosin heavy chain 11 (<i>MYH11</i>)-related thoracic aortic disease: a case of mitral annular disjunction in a family
Expanding the phenotype of myosin heavy chain 11 (<i>MYH11</i>)-related thoracic aortic disease: a case of mitral annular disjunction in a family Open
View article: The Effects of Combined Contrast Heat Cold Pressure Therapy on Post-Exercise Muscle Recovery in MMA Fighters: A Randomized Controlled Trial
The Effects of Combined Contrast Heat Cold Pressure Therapy on Post-Exercise Muscle Recovery in MMA Fighters: A Randomized Controlled Trial Open
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of contrast heat and cold pressure therapy (CHCP) on muscle tone, elasticity, stiffness, perfusion unit, and muscle fatigue indices after plyometric training consisting of five sets of …
View article: Postural Stability of Adolescents with Late Cochlear Implantation and Hearing Aids: A Non-Randomized Trial
Postural Stability of Adolescents with Late Cochlear Implantation and Hearing Aids: A Non-Randomized Trial Open
Background: The aim of this study was to assess the neuromuscular control of adolescents with late unilateral cochlear implantation and compare them to adolescents with hearing aids (HAs) while performing a balance task on a platform with …
View article: Acute Effects of the Dry Needling Session on Gastrocnemius Muscle Biomechanical Properties, and Perfusion with Latent Trigger Points - A Single-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial in Mixed Martial Arts Athletes
Acute Effects of the Dry Needling Session on Gastrocnemius Muscle Biomechanical Properties, and Perfusion with Latent Trigger Points - A Single-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial in Mixed Martial Arts Athletes Open
The study aimed to evaluate the immediate effects of a dry needling (DN) therapy session on biomechanical properties, muscle power, perfusion, and pressure pain threshold of the gastrocnemius muscle with latent trigger points. Twenty mixed…
View article: Influence of the breathing pattern on the pulmonary function of endurance-trained athletes
Influence of the breathing pattern on the pulmonary function of endurance-trained athletes Open
View article: The Effects of Omega-3 Fatty Acid Supplementation on the Lipid Profile and Cardiovascular Markers Following Downhill Running in Long-Distance Runners
The Effects of Omega-3 Fatty Acid Supplementation on the Lipid Profile and Cardiovascular Markers Following Downhill Running in Long-Distance Runners Open
Exercise-induced injury may intensify inflammatory response and reduce the cardiovascular protection mechanisms of omega 3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (ω 3 PUFA). Therefore, this study aimed to determine the erythrocyte content of fatty ac…
View article: Normobaric hypoxia and exercise training effects on cardiac biomarkers, left ventricular function and aerobic performance in patients after myocardial infarction
Normobaric hypoxia and exercise training effects on cardiac biomarkers, left ventricular function and aerobic performance in patients after myocardial infarction Open
Background Chronic total occlusion (CTO) has a negative impact on the left ventricle function and long-term prognosis of the patients after myocardial infarction. Scientific evidence suggests that some patients with CTO develop collateral …
View article: The effect of swimming on the body posture, range of motion and musculoskeletal pain in elite para and able-bodied swimmers
The effect of swimming on the body posture, range of motion and musculoskeletal pain in elite para and able-bodied swimmers Open
Background Elite swimmers may be predisposed to disturbances in the range of motion (ROM) of hip joints and spinal curvatures, which are a factor that induces body’s compensatory mechanisms that may have an impact on sports training, athle…
View article: The Effect of High-Intensity Interval Exercise on Short-Term Glycaemic Control, Serum Level of Key Mediator in Hypoxia and Pro-Inflammatory Cytokines in Patients with Type 1 Diabetes—An Exploratory Case Study
The Effect of High-Intensity Interval Exercise on Short-Term Glycaemic Control, Serum Level of Key Mediator in Hypoxia and Pro-Inflammatory Cytokines in Patients with Type 1 Diabetes—An Exploratory Case Study Open
Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is associated with hyperglycaemia-induced hypoxia and inflammation. This study assessed the effects of a single bout of high-intensity interval exercise (HIIE) on glycaemia (BG) and serum level of pro-inflammatory cyt…
View article: Determinants of daily physical activity limitation in patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
Determinants of daily physical activity limitation in patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis Open
The purpose of the study was to determine the level of physical fitness assessed based on the physiological parameters and intensity of daily physical activity (PA) of patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). Additionally, we aim…
View article: The Effect of High-Intensity Interval Exercise on Short-Term Glycaemic Control, Serum Level of Key Mediator in Hypoxia and Pro-Inflammatory Cytokines in Patients with Type 1 Diabetes
The Effect of High-Intensity Interval Exercise on Short-Term Glycaemic Control, Serum Level of Key Mediator in Hypoxia and Pro-Inflammatory Cytokines in Patients with Type 1 Diabetes Open
Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is associated with hyperglycaemia-induced hypoxia and inflammation. The study assessed the effects of a single high-intensity interval exercise (HIIE) on glycaemia (BG) and serum level of pro-inflammatory cytokines an…
View article: Prediction of injuries, traumas and musculoskeletal pain in elite Olympic and Paralympic volleyball players
Prediction of injuries, traumas and musculoskeletal pain in elite Olympic and Paralympic volleyball players Open
View article: Impact of physical functional capacity on quality of life in patients with interstitial lung diseases
Impact of physical functional capacity on quality of life in patients with interstitial lung diseases Open
This study aimed to investigate the physical functioning predictors for health-related quality of life (HRQL) decline in patients with idiopathic interstitial fibrosis (IPF), sarcoidosis and other interstitial lung disease (ILD). The study…
View article: The Effect of the Configuration of the Dive’s Towed Equioment on the Lifeguguard Physiological Overload
The Effect of the Configuration of the Dive’s Towed Equioment on the Lifeguguard Physiological Overload Open
The aim of the study was to determine the effects of rescue swimming on lifeguard cardiorespiratory system assessed based on heart rate (HR), lung ventilation (VĖ), oxygen uptake (V̇O ₂ ) and blood lactate concentration (LA). Furthermore, w…
View article: Three Weeks of Pulmonary Rehabilitation Do Not Influence Oscillometry Parameters in Postoperative Lung Cancer Patients
Three Weeks of Pulmonary Rehabilitation Do Not Influence Oscillometry Parameters in Postoperative Lung Cancer Patients Open
Background: Thoracic surgery is a recommended treatment option for non-small cell lung cancer patients. An important part of a patient’s therapy, which helps to prevent postoperative complications and improve quality of life, is pulmonary …
View article: Handcycling Training in Men with Spinal Cord Injury Increases Tolerance to High Intensity Exercise
Handcycling Training in Men with Spinal Cord Injury Increases Tolerance to High Intensity Exercise Open
Individuals with spinal cord injury are characterised by reduced physical capacity as compared to able-bodied persons, and are at risk of developing cardiovascular disease. The study aimed to evaluate the differences in physiological respo…
View article: Does 3-week pulmonary rehabilitation influence on oscillometry parameters lung cancer patients after thoracic surgery?
Does 3-week pulmonary rehabilitation influence on oscillometry parameters lung cancer patients after thoracic surgery? Open
The study aimed to assess whether pulmomnary rehabilitation has an influence on oscillometric results in lung cancer patients subjected to thoracic surgery in comparison with IPF and COPD patients.
View article: Effect of Apnea-Induced Hypoxia on Cardiovascular Adaptation and Circulating Biomarkers of Oxidative Stress in Elite Breath-Hold Divers
Effect of Apnea-Induced Hypoxia on Cardiovascular Adaptation and Circulating Biomarkers of Oxidative Stress in Elite Breath-Hold Divers Open
Given the previous evidence that breath-hold diving is a cause of physiological stress, this study aimed to determine whether a combination static and dynamic apnea would affect total oxidant status, nitric oxide, heat shock proteins and c…
View article: Evaluation of Physiological Stress Experienced by Divers Maintaining an Upright Position on the Water Surface Depending on the Buoyancy Control Device
Evaluation of Physiological Stress Experienced by Divers Maintaining an Upright Position on the Water Surface Depending on the Buoyancy Control Device Open
The knowledge of physiological reactions enabling a diver increasing the functional reserve in a life-threatening situation is not yet complete. It is suggested that the ability to adapt to prolonged stress experienced by divers maintainin…
View article: Effect of an Acute Resistance Training Bout and Long-Term Resistance Training Program on Arterial Stiffness: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Effect of an Acute Resistance Training Bout and Long-Term Resistance Training Program on Arterial Stiffness: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Open
Resistance training (RT) and exercise is useful for preventing cardiovascular disease, systolic hypertension and stroke, which are associated with the stiffening of the larger central arterial system. The aim of this systematic review was …
View article: Strenuous 12-h run elevates circulating biomarkers of oxidative stress, inflammation and intestinal permeability in middle-aged amateur runners: A preliminary study
Strenuous 12-h run elevates circulating biomarkers of oxidative stress, inflammation and intestinal permeability in middle-aged amateur runners: A preliminary study Open
Given the solid evidence that prolonged strenuous exercise is a cause of metabolic stress, this study sought to determine whether a 12-h run would affect total oxidant status (TOS), total oxidant capacity (TOC), total antioxidant status (T…
View article: The effects of exercise training on lipid profile in patients with sarcoidosis
The effects of exercise training on lipid profile in patients with sarcoidosis Open
View article: Is body mass index (BMI) or body adiposity index (BAI) a better indicator to estimate body fat and selected cardiometabolic risk factors in adults with intellectual disabilities?
Is body mass index (BMI) or body adiposity index (BAI) a better indicator to estimate body fat and selected cardiometabolic risk factors in adults with intellectual disabilities? Open
Background The BMI index cannot always be used in people with intellectual disabilities due to neuromuscular coordination disorders and psychological barriers that may hinder conventional body weight measurement. The study aimed to assess …
View article: The Effect of Omega-3 Fatty Acid Supplementation on Serum Adipocytokines, Lipid Profile and Biochemical Markers of Inflammation in Recreational Runners
The Effect of Omega-3 Fatty Acid Supplementation on Serum Adipocytokines, Lipid Profile and Biochemical Markers of Inflammation in Recreational Runners Open
Background: The study aimed to evaluate the effects of a 3-week ω-3 PUFA supplementation on serum adipocytokines (i.e., adiponectin, leptin), neuregulin-4 (NRG4) and erythrocyte omega-3 (ω-3) fatty acid content, as well as the blood antiox…
View article: Circulating Inflammatory Biomarkers and Endocrine Responses to Exercise in Female Soccer Players
Circulating Inflammatory Biomarkers and Endocrine Responses to Exercise in Female Soccer Players Open
The objective of the study to determine the effects of graded exercise on the cytokines and insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1), growth hormone (hGH), testosterone (T), and cortisol (C) concentrations in the peripheral blood of female soc…
View article: Chest pain in an elite master ultra-marathon runner: a case report with a follow-up on his subsequent athletic activity
Chest pain in an elite master ultra-marathon runner: a case report with a follow-up on his subsequent athletic activity Open
Ultra-marathon running has enjoyed increasing popularity, with the number of master ultra-marathon runners growing annually. This study presents a case of a 51-year-old highly experienced long-distance runner (body mass: 65.1 kg, body heig…
View article: Hormonal Response to Incremental and Continuous Exercise in Cyclists with Left Ventricle Hypertrophy
Hormonal Response to Incremental and Continuous Exercise in Cyclists with Left Ventricle Hypertrophy Open
The aim of this study was to assess the effects of incremental and continuous exercise on the concentration of insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1), growth hormone (GH), testosterone (T), and cortisol (C), as well as to investigate whether…