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View article: Editorial: Physical activity behavior, obesity, and stress as crucial sources of health issues in stressful occupations, volume II
Editorial: Physical activity behavior, obesity, and stress as crucial sources of health issues in stressful occupations, volume II Open
View article: Transition from U18 to senior basketball in males: A comparison of external and internal game demands
Transition from U18 to senior basketball in males: A comparison of external and internal game demands Open
View article: Effects of reduced voluntary effort on muscle mechanical properties during loaded medicine ball throws
Effects of reduced voluntary effort on muscle mechanical properties during loaded medicine ball throws Open
View article: Exploring the interplay of handgrip neuromuscular morphological and psychological characteristics in well-trained and elite athletes:
Exploring the interplay of handgrip neuromuscular morphological and psychological characteristics in well-trained and elite athletes: Open
This study aimed to explore the interplay of neuromuscular characteristics of handgrip and morphological characteristics, along with personality traits, in well-trained and elite athletes. The research involved a sample of 155 well-trained…
View article: Does Exercise Performance Differ Among Male Law Enforcement Officers Based on Their Body Mass Index Category?
Does Exercise Performance Differ Among Male Law Enforcement Officers Based on Their Body Mass Index Category? Open
Objectives: To assess differences in exercise performance among law enforcement officers (LEOs) based on body mass index (BMI). Methods: Five hundred and thirty-two male LEOs (n = 532; age 38.9 ± 7.4 yrs; height: 180.1 ± 6.9 cm; body mass:…
View article: Exploring the Interplay of Handgrip Neuromuscular, Morphological, and Psychological Characteristics in Tactical Athletes and General Population: Gender- and Occupation-Based Specific Patterns
Exploring the Interplay of Handgrip Neuromuscular, Morphological, and Psychological Characteristics in Tactical Athletes and General Population: Gender- and Occupation-Based Specific Patterns Open
Background/Objectives: The correlation of handgrip strength (HGS) and morphological characteristics with Big Five personality traits is well documented. However, it is unclear whether these relationships also exist in highly trained and sp…
View article: Effects of an unsupervised home exercise program to improve volunteer firefighter fitness and occupational performance: A pilot study
Effects of an unsupervised home exercise program to improve volunteer firefighter fitness and occupational performance: A pilot study Open
Volunteer firefighters perform the same job tasks as professional firefighter but may have lower levels of fitness and may be at greater risk of cardiovascular disease. The aim of this study was to determine the effects of an 8-week unsupe…
View article: Sensitivity of Enode/VmaxPro sensor for muscle power assessment
Sensitivity of Enode/VmaxPro sensor for muscle power assessment Open
The increased demand for simpler and more affordable solutions for testing the physical abilities of both athletes and recreational players has encouraged the development of a large number of different sensors. The subject of this work is …
View article: The influence of particular entrance exam score on enrolment and graduation at the University of Criminal Investigation and Police Studies
The influence of particular entrance exam score on enrolment and graduation at the University of Criminal Investigation and Police Studies Open
The aim of the research was to determine if there was a difference in the entrance exam scores between the candidates who enrolled and those who did not at the University of Criminal Investigation and Police Studies (UCIPS), as well as bet…
View article: Effects of Specific RAMP Protocol Phase on Change of Direction Speed of Police Students
Effects of Specific RAMP Protocol Phase on Change of Direction Speed of Police Students Open
Background: This study assessed the effects of two distinct RAMP (Raise, Activate, Mobilize, Potentiate) protocols, mobility-focused and reactiveness-focused, on change of direction speed in police students (i.e., tactical athletes). Metho…
View article: Effects of Spinal Decompression and Segmental Spinal Instrumentation on Lower Limb Functionality in Patients with Spinal Osteoarthritis
Effects of Spinal Decompression and Segmental Spinal Instrumentation on Lower Limb Functionality in Patients with Spinal Osteoarthritis Open
Spinal osteoarthritis, a degenerative condition of the spine, significantly impairs quality of life, causing pain, stiffness, and limited mobility. Treatment primarily aims to improve functionality and quality of life. This study investiga…
View article: Age-dependent Model for Dynamics of Change in Body Composition Indicators in Professional Firefighters: Serbian Cross-Sectional Study
Age-dependent Model for Dynamics of Change in Body Composition Indicators in Professional Firefighters: Serbian Cross-Sectional Study Open
View article: Effects of a single-day pre-academy physical test training session on physical fitness scores of police candidates
Effects of a single-day pre-academy physical test training session on physical fitness scores of police candidates Open
BACKGROUND: Concerns are sometimes raised by police applicants undertaking physical fitness testing that they were unfamiliar with the test requirements which in turn negatively impacted their performance. OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study …
View article: Isokinetic profiles of hamstring and quadriceps muscles in the police special force operators
Isokinetic profiles of hamstring and quadriceps muscles in the police special force operators Open
Knee injuries are of concern to police. The aims of this study were to determine initial reference values for isokinetic knee extension and flexion in police special force operators to explore the conventional hamstring contraction (Hcon) …
View article: Editorial: Physical activity behavior, obesity, and stress as crucial sources of health issues in stressful occupations
Editorial: Physical activity behavior, obesity, and stress as crucial sources of health issues in stressful occupations Open
EDITORIAL article Front. Endocrinol., 10 November 2023Sec. Obesity Volume 14 - 2023 | https://doi.org/10.3389/fendo.2023.1323360
View article: ASSOCIATION OF PHYSICAL ABILITIES TO ACADEMIC SUCCESS IN POLICE STUDENTS
ASSOCIATION OF PHYSICAL ABILITIES TO ACADEMIC SUCCESS IN POLICE STUDENTS Open
As physical abilities are essential for good health and performance in police officers, they are also one of the major factors for the enrolment in a police academy. However, their relationship to academic success and efficacy has not yet …
View article: RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN ANTHROPOMETRIC AND BODY COMPOSITION MEASURES TO ARMY PHYSICAL FITNESS TEST PERFORMANCE AMONG MALE AND FEMALE ROTC CADETS
RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN ANTHROPOMETRIC AND BODY COMPOSITION MEASURES TO ARMY PHYSICAL FITNESS TEST PERFORMANCE AMONG MALE AND FEMALE ROTC CADETS Open
The purpose of this study was to determine the relationships between body composition measures and Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT) performance between male and female Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) cadets prior to enlistment. Re…
View article: Prevalence of Reproductive Health Issues among US Female Law Enforcement Officers
Prevalence of Reproductive Health Issues among US Female Law Enforcement Officers Open
Reproductive health is a considerable concern among US female law enforcement officers (LEOs). Miscarriage and preterm birth rates are significantly higher in women firefighters than published US averages. Since law enforcement and firefig…
View article: Evaluation of the Reduced Protocol for the Assessment of Rate of Force Development Scaling Factor
Evaluation of the Reduced Protocol for the Assessment of Rate of Force Development Scaling Factor Open
The rate of force development scaling factor (RFD-SF) has been used to assess neuromuscular quickness. However, the common protocols are lengthy. This study evaluated the validity and reliability of the reduced protocol to assess the RFD-S…
View article: Comparisons of Baseline Obesity Prevalence and Its Association with Perceived Health and Physical Performance in Military Officers
Comparisons of Baseline Obesity Prevalence and Its Association with Perceived Health and Physical Performance in Military Officers Open
Increasing obesity rates among USA military members vary by age, pay grade, and measurement methods and threaten force fitness and readiness. Limited research has directly measured obesity among officers; those enrolled in graduate school …
View article: A Randomized Trial of a Swimming-Based Alternative Treatment for Children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
A Randomized Trial of a Swimming-Based Alternative Treatment for Children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Open
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is considered a highly prevalent neurodevelopmental childhood disorder extending from ages 1–2 to 12–13, associated with impairment across multiple domains, including social, emotional, and c…
View article: Factorial and Construct Validity of Sit-Up Test of Different Durations to Assess Muscular Endurance of Police Students
Factorial and Construct Validity of Sit-Up Test of Different Durations to Assess Muscular Endurance of Police Students Open
Background: The number of completed sit-ups in a given period of time is a commonly used assessment to measure trunk endurance in tactical populations. This study investigated factorial and construct validity of three different durations o…
View article: Effects of Knee Extension Joint Angle on Quadriceps Femoris Muscle Activation and Exerted Torque in Maximal Voluntary Isometric Contraction
Effects of Knee Extension Joint Angle on Quadriceps Femoris Muscle Activation and Exerted Torque in Maximal Voluntary Isometric Contraction Open
This study investigated the effects of knee joint angle on muscle activation, exerted torque, and whether the knee angle affects the muscle activation–torque ratio. Nine healthy adult male participants participated in the study. They perfo…
View article: Sensitivity of Field Tests for Assessment of Wrestlers Specific Fitness
Sensitivity of Field Tests for Assessment of Wrestlers Specific Fitness Open
The aim of this study was to determine the differences in performance, cardiac, and metabolic variables of combat-specific fitness of wrestlers from varying sports levels. The sample consisted of 61 active and highly trained adult wrestler…
View article: Body Composition and Physical Activity of Female Police Officers: Do Occupation and Age Matter?
Body Composition and Physical Activity of Female Police Officers: Do Occupation and Age Matter? Open
This study aimed to investigate the differences in the body composition and volume of leisure time physical activity (V-LTPA) of female police officers from two police occupations and to assess the differences when officers are matched by …
View article: Effects of the Task Complexity on the Single Movement Response Time of Upper and Lower Limbs in Police Officers
Effects of the Task Complexity on the Single Movement Response Time of Upper and Lower Limbs in Police Officers Open
Police officers occasionally encounter belligerents resisting or even physically assaulting them without or with objects. The self-defense or legal utilization of use of force to disable the offender from harming an officer or others may d…
View article: Association between perceived stress, coping profile and fear during the COVID-19 pandemic among male and female police students
Association between perceived stress, coping profile and fear during the COVID-19 pandemic among male and female police students Open
Perceived stress and coping strategies that students used to deal with the situation moderately defined their fear of COVID-19 outbreak, with perceived stress being the strongest predictor. Med Pr. 2022;73(3):179-90.
View article: Effects of Maximal and Submaximal Anaerobic and Aerobic Running on Subsequent Change-of-Direction Speed Performance among Police Students
Effects of Maximal and Submaximal Anaerobic and Aerobic Running on Subsequent Change-of-Direction Speed Performance among Police Students Open
Change-of-direction speed (CODS) directly impacts success in sports, police, and military performance. Movements requiring CODS are often preceded by aerobic or anaerobic running. Therefore, this study investigated the effects of maximal a…
View article: Baseline Physical Activity Behaviors and Relationships with Fitness in the Army Training at High Intensity Study
Baseline Physical Activity Behaviors and Relationships with Fitness in the Army Training at High Intensity Study Open
United States Army soldiers must meet physical fitness test standards. Criticisms of the Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT) include limited testing of only aerobic and muscular endurance activity domains; yet, it is unclear what levels of a…
View article: Association of Anthropometrics and Body Composition with Maximal and Relative Force and Power of Kayak Stroke in Competitive Kayak Athletes
Association of Anthropometrics and Body Composition with Maximal and Relative Force and Power of Kayak Stroke in Competitive Kayak Athletes Open
This study determined to what degree anthropometrics and body composition are associated with force and power outputs of a single-stroke kayak test (SSKT). Body height (BH), sitting height, biacromial distance, arm span, stroke length, bod…