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View article: The Influence of Muscle Flexibility Training on Chronic Pain in Older Adults: An Exploratory Systematic Review
The Influence of Muscle Flexibility Training on Chronic Pain in Older Adults: An Exploratory Systematic Review Open
Background/Objectives: This exploratory systematic review aims to analyze the influence of isolated muscle flexibility training on the reduction of chronic pain symptoms in older adults aged 65 years or more. Articles were selected from th…
View article: One Sport or Many? Comparing Athletics and Multiactivity Training on Motor Competence in 6-10-Year-Olds
One Sport or Many? Comparing Athletics and Multiactivity Training on Motor Competence in 6-10-Year-Olds Open
Background: Motor competence (MC) is defined as the ability to perform a wide range of motor skills with varying degrees of proficiency and control. The present randomized, controlled trial (RCT) design examines the impact of two structure…
View article: Effects of Strength Training on the Quality of Life of Older Adults with Sarcopenia: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials
Effects of Strength Training on the Quality of Life of Older Adults with Sarcopenia: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials Open
Objective: The objective of this systematic review is to analyze the effects of strength training on the quality of life (QoL) of older adults diagnosed with sarcopenia, contributing to a better understanding of the impact of this interven…
View article: Motivation and intention to remain in swimming training throughout a competitive season: an age-group comparison.
Motivation and intention to remain in swimming training throughout a competitive season: an age-group comparison. Open
This study aimed to examine variations in motivational regulation and the intention to remain in swimming training across a competitive season, considering different age groups. A total of 154 competitive swimmers participated and were cat…
View article: The relationship between coaches’ interpersonal behaviors, basic psychological needs, behavioral regulation, and intentions towards sport persistence
The relationship between coaches’ interpersonal behaviors, basic psychological needs, behavioral regulation, and intentions towards sport persistence Open
This study investigates the relationships between coaches’ need-supportive and need-thwarting behaviors, satisfaction of basic psychological needs, motivation, intentions to continue, and athletes sport persistence. A total of 518 athletes…
View article: The Combined Effect of the Mediterranean Diet and Physical Activity on the Components of Metabolic Syndrome in Adults: A Systematic Review of Randomised Controlled Trials
The Combined Effect of the Mediterranean Diet and Physical Activity on the Components of Metabolic Syndrome in Adults: A Systematic Review of Randomised Controlled Trials Open
Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a global public health challenge, characterized by the coexistence of cardiometabolic risk factors such as abdominal obesity, dyslipidaemia, hypertension, and insulin resistance. Non-pharmacological strategies,…
View article: A multifunctional dendrimer for BPA-free dental adhesives: Polymerization behavior and cytotoxic profile of G-IEMA
A multifunctional dendrimer for BPA-free dental adhesives: Polymerization behavior and cytotoxic profile of G-IEMA Open
View article: Behavioral regulation in sport questionnaire and sport motivation scale-II: a scale comparison
Behavioral regulation in sport questionnaire and sport motivation scale-II: a scale comparison Open
Introduction This study compared the psychometric properties of two primary instruments for assessing sport motivation based on Self-Determination Theory: the Sport Motivation Scale-II (SMS-II) and the Behavioral Regulation in Sport Questi…
View article: Physical activity, healthy lifestyle, and subjective wellbeing in people with type 2 diabetes: testing the efficacy of an exercise program
Physical activity, healthy lifestyle, and subjective wellbeing in people with type 2 diabetes: testing the efficacy of an exercise program Open
Introduction This work aimed to first validate the Portuguese version of the FANTASTIC questionnaire that allowed the assessment of lifestyle behaviors through a sample comprising 562 Portuguese subjects; second, through a quasi-experiment…
View article: The Impact of an 8-Week Running Technique Program on Linear and Change-of-Direction Speed in Youth Football—A Pilot Study
The Impact of an 8-Week Running Technique Program on Linear and Change-of-Direction Speed in Youth Football—A Pilot Study Open
In football, linear speed and change-of-direction speed are fundamental skills for performance in the sport. The present study aims to evaluate the effect of an 8-week running technique program on the variables described in young footballe…
View article: Effects of a Twelve-Week Complementary Sports Program to Athletics Training on Motor Competence in Children Aged 6 to 10 Years Old—A Study Protocol
Effects of a Twelve-Week Complementary Sports Program to Athletics Training on Motor Competence in Children Aged 6 to 10 Years Old—A Study Protocol Open
Motor competence (MC) is defined as a global term that describes a person’s ability to be proficient in a wide range of motor acts. Based on this principle, we have created a training program that aims to determine the effect of 12 weeks o…
View article: Mediating Role of Basic Psychological Needs in the Association Between Exercise Goal Content and Subjective Well-Being in Portuguese Older Adults
Mediating Role of Basic Psychological Needs in the Association Between Exercise Goal Content and Subjective Well-Being in Portuguese Older Adults Open
Background: This study aimed to examine the association between different exercise goals and their impact on subjective well-being (SWB) variables, namely, positive affect (PA), negative affect (NA), and satisfaction with life (SWL), as we…
View article: Tell Me What You’ve Done, and I’ll Predict What You’ll Do: The Role of Motivation and Past Behavior in Exercise Adherence
Tell Me What You’ve Done, and I’ll Predict What You’ll Do: The Role of Motivation and Past Behavior in Exercise Adherence Open
Introduction: The main purpose of this study was to test a hierarchical model of motivation that integrates Achievement Goal Theory and Self-Determination Theory to explain and predict exercise adherence. Method: In total, 2180 exercisers …
View article: Analysis of Frailty Indices Based on Sociodemographic and Clinical Determinants in Older Women
Analysis of Frailty Indices Based on Sociodemographic and Clinical Determinants in Older Women Open
Background: The aim of this study was to analyze levels of frailty, across physical, psychological, social, and overall dimensions, according to marital status, age, number of diagnosed illnesses, and number of medications taken in communi…
View article: Editorial: Towards a psychophysiological approach in physical activity, exercise, and sports, volume IV
Editorial: Towards a psychophysiological approach in physical activity, exercise, and sports, volume IV Open
View article: How passion shapes motivation and promotes well-being in young football players
How passion shapes motivation and promotes well-being in young football players Open
This study examines the influence of passion on motivational regulation and subjective well-being in young footballers, drawing on the Dualistic Model of Passion (DMP), Self-Determination Theory (SDT), and Organismic Integration Theory (OI…
View article: The Last Whistle: Unveiling the Relationship between the Career Path and Retirement Age in Professional Soccer
The Last Whistle: Unveiling the Relationship between the Career Path and Retirement Age in Professional Soccer Open
This study explores the relationship between Career Indicators (CIs) and the retiring age of Portuguese soccer players, focusing on the impact of early career experiences and career discontinuation stages. Data were analyzed from retired P…
View article: Effects of a Playoff Match on Competitive Anxiety and Autonomic Regulation in Professional Esports Players
Effects of a Playoff Match on Competitive Anxiety and Autonomic Regulation in Professional Esports Players Open
Background A competition is considered a stressful situation since it causes physiological and emotional changes in the responses of athletes and consequently influences their performance. Objective The aim of our study was to investigate …
View article: Effects of a land and aquatic exercise-based program on pain, mobility and quality of life in patients with chronic low back pain: a study protocol for a randomized controlled trial
Effects of a land and aquatic exercise-based program on pain, mobility and quality of life in patients with chronic low back pain: a study protocol for a randomized controlled trial Open
Background Chronic low back pain (CLBP) is a disease with significant functional, emotional and social impact. Several interventions are proposed for its management and exercise is one of main, land-based or water-based. This study describ…
View article: Motivational climate and enjoyment in sport: the mediation role of behavioral regulation
Motivational climate and enjoyment in sport: the mediation role of behavioral regulation Open
Behavioral regulation serves as a critical explanatory mechanism in understanding how motivational climate impacts enjoyment, reinforcing the importance of fostering task-involving environments to enhance athletes’ motivation and overall s…
View article: A Behavioral Analysis of Exercise Adherence Predictors and Its Economic Impact in the Fitness Context
A Behavioral Analysis of Exercise Adherence Predictors and Its Economic Impact in the Fitness Context Open
This study aimed to examine the relationship between clients' perceptions of exercise physiologists' behaviors, motivational types, and their subsequent influence on exercise adherence over a six-month. Additionally, we assessed the financ…
View article: Impact of Muscle Mass and Muscle Strength on Quality of Life of Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Impact of Muscle Mass and Muscle Strength on Quality of Life of Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Open
This study aimed to investigate the relationship between muscle strength and perceived quality of life in individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDDs). A cross-sectional study was carried out, which involved 37 parti…
View article: VIVÊNCIAS NO QUILOMBO E PRÁTICAS EDUCATIVAS: UMA PROPOSTA DE VALORIZAÇÃO DA IDENTIDADE NA COMUNIDADE QUILOMBOLA DE MACAPAZINHO – PA
VIVÊNCIAS NO QUILOMBO E PRÁTICAS EDUCATIVAS: UMA PROPOSTA DE VALORIZAÇÃO DA IDENTIDADE NA COMUNIDADE QUILOMBOLA DE MACAPAZINHO – PA Open
Este trabalho científico aborda os desafios e potencialidades da implementação das Diretrizes Nacionais para a Educação Escolar Quilombola, com foco na valorização da identidade cultural na Comunidade Quilombola de Macapazinho, Castanhal –…
View article: Mental Health, Overweight, and Physical Exercise in Young Portuguese Adults: A Cross-Sectional Study
Mental Health, Overweight, and Physical Exercise in Young Portuguese Adults: A Cross-Sectional Study Open
The aim of this study was to see if there are any associations between mental health, Body Mass Index (BMI), and physical exercise (PE) in young Portuguese adults. The sample consisted of 414 people aged between 18 and 25 years old. A soci…
View article: Lesões no boxe em Portugal: análise da incidência, mecanismos, factores de risco e medidas de prevenção de lesões
Lesões no boxe em Portugal: análise da incidência, mecanismos, factores de risco e medidas de prevenção de lesões Open
Introdução: A modalidade do boxe está associada a uma elevada taxa de lesões e traumatismos cranianos graves, onde a cabeça, os ombros, os punhos e as mãos são as regiões do corpo mais afetadas. Objetivos: este estudo teve como objetivos q…
View article: Understanding the bullying phenomenon through the eyes of the youth football coaches in the Portuguese region of Tâmega e Sousa
Understanding the bullying phenomenon through the eyes of the youth football coaches in the Portuguese region of Tâmega e Sousa Open
Introduction Bullying is a serious social problem affecting, primarily, children and adolescents in educational and sports environments. Analyzing this phenomenon in contexts where children meet and interact, like football schools/clubs, i…
View article: Application of the hierarchical model of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation in the context of exercise: a systematic review
Application of the hierarchical model of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation in the context of exercise: a systematic review Open
Given the increase in sedentary lifestyles and physical inactivity, various psychosocial approaches have been used to combat this epidemic. Several studies have used Self-Determination Theory (SDT) as a theoretical framework for studying b…
View article: Perceived Quality, Overall Service Quality, Overall Service Satisfaction, Perceived Service Value and Future Intentions of a sport event: Portuguese triathlete perceptions
Perceived Quality, Overall Service Quality, Overall Service Satisfaction, Perceived Service Value and Future Intentions of a sport event: Portuguese triathlete perceptions Open
The aim of this study was to analyse the factor structure of a model to assess the perception of satisfaction and quality of a sport event. Confirmatory factor analysis was developed to test the factor structure. The present sample compris…
View article: Sports experience, affects and life satisfaction in Portuguese athletes with disabilities
Sports experience, affects and life satisfaction in Portuguese athletes with disabilities Open
View article: Motor Competence and Sports Practice in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder: Pilot Study in Gymnastics
Motor Competence and Sports Practice in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder: Pilot Study in Gymnastics Open
The practice of physical activity, exercise, and sports brings various benefits to the general population. However, a few intervention programs involving physical activity and sports have been specifically designed for children with Autism…