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View article: Effects of four different times of day on various aspects of maximal short-term physical performance in young soccer players
Effects of four different times of day on various aspects of maximal short-term physical performance in young soccer players Open
The time of day (TOD) has a significant influence on physical performance through circadian rhythms, which regulate body temperature, muscle function, and hormone levels. While extensively studied in adults, the impact of TOD on adolescent…
View article: Body Composition, Hand Grip Strength, and Leg Strength in Various Sports
Body Composition, Hand Grip Strength, and Leg Strength in Various Sports Open
Background: Body composition, leg strength ratio, and handgrip strength could significantly affect and predict aspects of health and athletic performance. We explored the association between body composition (BC), leg strength (LSR), and h…
View article: The team agility plus test: A novel three-dimensional approach for assessing agility in multidirectional sports
The team agility plus test: A novel three-dimensional approach for assessing agility in multidirectional sports Open
The TAPT addresses limitations of existing horizontal-only assessments by incorporating three-dimensional movement patterns that reflect actual game demands, where athletes perform 10 to 50 jumps per match depending on sport specialization…
View article: Effects of combined diet and physical activity on glycemic control and body composition in male recreational athletes with type 2 diabetes mellitus
Effects of combined diet and physical activity on glycemic control and body composition in male recreational athletes with type 2 diabetes mellitus Open
Background Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is associated with metabolic and cardiovascular complications. While physical activity and dietary modifications are established interventions, their combined effects in active male populations re…
View article: The impact of intermittent fasting during Ramadan on psychomotor and cognitive skills in adolescent athletes
The impact of intermittent fasting during Ramadan on psychomotor and cognitive skills in adolescent athletes Open
Introduction Intermittent fasting (IF) represents a dietary intervention similar to caloric restriction, characterized by the strategic limitation of food consumption. Among the diverse array of practices for IF, Ramadan IF (RIF), a religi…
View article: Morning–evening differences of short-term maximal performance and psychological variables in female athletes
Morning–evening differences of short-term maximal performance and psychological variables in female athletes Open
The aim of this study was to examine the effect of time of day on short-term maximal performance and psychological variables in young females. Fifteen active women participated in the study (age: 22 ± 3 years) and completed Hooper and the …
View article: Effect of Low-Intensity Interval Training on Physical Performance and Blood Parameters Among Junior Handball Players
Effect of Low-Intensity Interval Training on Physical Performance and Blood Parameters Among Junior Handball Players Open
The purpose of this study is to investigate the effect of low-intensity interval training program (LIIT) on physical fitness and blood parameters among junior handball players. Thirty young players participated in this study and were divid…
View article: The effect of last meal “Suhoor” timing on diurnal variations in cognitive performance during Ramadan fasting among female athletes
The effect of last meal “Suhoor” timing on diurnal variations in cognitive performance during Ramadan fasting among female athletes Open
The present study aimed to investigate the effect of the timing of the last meal, “Suhoor”, on diurnal variation in cognitive performance during Ramadan intermittent fasting (RIF). In a randomized order, 26 adolescent female athletes (aged…
View article: Impact of Utilizing Visual Stimuli (BlazePod) on Agility, Vertical jump, and Visual Reaction Time Speed in Under-19 Volleyball Players
Impact of Utilizing Visual Stimuli (BlazePod) on Agility, Vertical jump, and Visual Reaction Time Speed in Under-19 Volleyball Players Open
This study aimed to evaluate the effects of Blazepod technology when incorporated with various training regimens on the essential elements of physical fitness in volleyball, such as agility, speed, visual response time, and vertical leap. …
View article: Effects of Various Caffeine Doses on Cognitive Abilities in Female Athletes with Low Caffeine Consumption
Effects of Various Caffeine Doses on Cognitive Abilities in Female Athletes with Low Caffeine Consumption Open
Caffeine (CAF), a prevalent psychoactive stimulant, is believed to potentially enhance cognitive ability. However, studies on the effects of various doses are limited and yield inconsistent results, particularly in female athletes. Therefo…
View article: Optimizing Short-Term Maximal Exercise Performance: The Superior Efficacy of a 6 mg/kg Caffeine Dose over 3 or 9 mg/kg in Young Female Team-Sports Athletes
Optimizing Short-Term Maximal Exercise Performance: The Superior Efficacy of a 6 mg/kg Caffeine Dose over 3 or 9 mg/kg in Young Female Team-Sports Athletes Open
Caffeine (CAF) is among the most extensively researched dietary supplements worldwide. However, little is known about the relationship between dosage and performance enhancement, particularly in female athletes. This study aimed to explore…
View article: Uncovering Cognitive Distortions in Adolescents: Cultural Adaptation and Calibration of an Arabic Version of the “How I Think Questionnaire”
Uncovering Cognitive Distortions in Adolescents: Cultural Adaptation and Calibration of an Arabic Version of the “How I Think Questionnaire” Open
This study adapted and validated the How I Think Questionnaire (HIT-Q), intending to develop an Arabic version of the measure. The study assessed the (a) factorial structure of the Arabic version of the How I Think Questionnaire (A-HIT-Q),…
View article: Ramadan Fasting and Short-Term Maximal Physical Performance: Searching for Optimal Timing of the Last Meal “Suhoor” in Female Pre-University Handball Players
Ramadan Fasting and Short-Term Maximal Physical Performance: Searching for Optimal Timing of the Last Meal “Suhoor” in Female Pre-University Handball Players Open
Aiming to identify the ideal suhoor timing for maintaining optimal physical performance and health indicators during Ramadan intermittent fasting, the present study compares the effects of early vs. late Suhoor on short-term high-intensity…
View article: Effect of low-intensity interval training on physical performance and blood parameters among junior handball players
Effect of low-intensity interval training on physical performance and blood parameters among junior handball players Open
Aims: the purpose of this study is to investigate the effect of low-intensity interval training program (LIIT) on physical fitness and blood parameters among junior handball players. Methods: Thirty young players participated in this study…
View article: Pre-Exercise Caffeine Intake Attenuates the Negative Effects of Ramadan Fasting on Several Aspects of High-Intensity Short-Term Maximal Performances in Adolescent Female Handball Players
Pre-Exercise Caffeine Intake Attenuates the Negative Effects of Ramadan Fasting on Several Aspects of High-Intensity Short-Term Maximal Performances in Adolescent Female Handball Players Open
The aim of this investigation was to determine whether, after Ramadan, pre-exercise caffeine intake can reduce any possible negative effects of this month on short-term maximal performances in young female handball players. A randomized st…
View article: Caffeine and Team ball performances: A Mini-Review
Caffeine and Team ball performances: A Mini-Review Open
Background: Caffeine is the most consumed psychoactive substance globally, second only to water in beverage consumption. Its impact on athletic performance, particularly in team sports, has been a subject of growing research interest. This…