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View article: ACINUS: a putative integrant of programmed cell death in plants
ACINUS: a putative integrant of programmed cell death in plants Open
Programmed cell death (PCD) is a key process for the maintaining of homeostasis in organisms, with a plethora of different types of PCD occurring in pluricellular organisms, such as apoptosis, ferroptosis, necroptosis and others. The respo…
View article: High prevalence of poor sleep quality and sleep deficit: A study in children, adolescents, and adult soccer players
High prevalence of poor sleep quality and sleep deficit: A study in children, adolescents, and adult soccer players Open
Objective This observational study aimed to provide insight into the sleep behaviors, chronotypes, and sleep needs of athletes by examining children, adolescents, and adult soccer players from different competitive levels. Methods The stud…
View article: Characterizing the spatial structures of competing football teams
Characterizing the spatial structures of competing football teams Open
Progress in football analytics is hampered by two main reasons: the unavailability of detailed datasets; and a dearth of meaningful metrics that would aid in gaining insight into the collective action of teams. We analyzed a dataset consis…
View article: Relative intensities and compositions of multifactorial peak kinematic and mechanical demands in elite youth soccer
Relative intensities and compositions of multifactorial peak kinematic and mechanical demands in elite youth soccer Open
Background Characterizing the most demanding passages (MDP) of physical activity during soccer competition is essential for optimizing training prescription and player monitoring. However, research investigating kinematic and mechanical MD…
View article: Improving Event Data in Football Matches: A Case Study Model for Synchronizing Passing Events with Positional Data
Improving Event Data in Football Matches: A Case Study Model for Synchronizing Passing Events with Positional Data Open
In football, accurately pinpointing key events like passes is vital for analyzing player and team performance. Despite continuous technological advancements, existing tracking systems still face challenges in accurately synchronizing event…
View article: EVALUATION OF THE THERMAL ENVIRONMENT FOR RAISING DAIRY COWS IN A PASTURED MILK PRODUCTION SYSTEM
EVALUATION OF THE THERMAL ENVIRONMENT FOR RAISING DAIRY COWS IN A PASTURED MILK PRODUCTION SYSTEM Open
Pasture-based milk production is subject to several challenges, one of which is the thermal environment to which cows are subjected, which can be a determining factor in the quantity and quality of milk produced. Thus, this study aimed to …
View article: Is an Online Asynchronous Progressive Resistance Training Programme Feasible for Individuals With Down Syndrome?
Is an Online Asynchronous Progressive Resistance Training Programme Feasible for Individuals With Down Syndrome? Open
Background Online exercise programming reduces transportation and scheduling barriers. This study explored the feasibility of online resistance training for individuals with Down syndrome. Method Thirteen individuals (3 M/10 F, age: 21.7 ±…
View article: Translation and Validation of the Portuguese Version of the Rating-of-Fatigue Scale
Translation and Validation of the Portuguese Version of the Rating-of-Fatigue Scale Open
Background The Rating-of-Fatigue (ROF) scale is a validated tool to measure changes in perceived fatigue in sports and everyday contexts; thus, this study aimed to translate and validate the Portuguese version of the ROF scale. For this, t…
View article: No match, more sleep: Greater weekend catch-up sleep in youth soccer players on free weekends
No match, more sleep: Greater weekend catch-up sleep in youth soccer players on free weekends Open
This study aimed to compare young soccer players' week and weekend sleep behaviors in two different microcycle types: with and without an official match (no sporting commitments). Twenty-three youth male players (mean ± SD; age: 17.2 ± 0.6…
View article: The Influence of Including Goalkeepers on the Intensity Demands of Walking Football Practice
The Influence of Including Goalkeepers on the Intensity Demands of Walking Football Practice Open
This preliminary study examined the effects of playing walking football with and without a goalkeeper (GK) on physiological, physical, technical, and perceptual variables in older men. Twenty participants (67 ± 4.7 years) engaged in two fi…
View article: 104 Impact of a School-Based Physical Activity Intervention program on Physical Activity Levels, Sleep Patterns, Aerobic Fitness, and Motor Competence
104 Impact of a School-Based Physical Activity Intervention program on Physical Activity Levels, Sleep Patterns, Aerobic Fitness, and Motor Competence Open
Introduction The “Super Quinas” project evaluated the effectiveness of an intervention program to improve PA, aerobic fitness, sleep, and motor competence on children in primary school. Methods This pilot project was conducted in 44 school…
View article: Response to “Microdosing: A Conceptual Framework for Use as Programming Strategy for Resistance Training in Team Sports”
Response to “Microdosing: A Conceptual Framework for Use as Programming Strategy for Resistance Training in Team Sports” Open
This letter was written in response to the article “Microdosing: A conceptual framework for use as programming strategy for resistance training in team sports”, recently published in the Strength and Conditioning Journal. The article propo…
View article: An analysis of training load in highly trained female football players
An analysis of training load in highly trained female football players Open
This observational study aimed to analyze external training load in highly trained female football players, comparing starters and non-starters across various cycle lengths and training days. Method: External training load [duration, total…
View article: Weekly Programming of Hamstring-Related Training Contents in European Professional Soccer
Weekly Programming of Hamstring-Related Training Contents in European Professional Soccer Open
Hamstring injuries in soccer continue to be a challenge for professionals who work with soccer players daily. Although its origin is multifactorial, the proper management of neuromuscular fatigue during the training microcycle is a very im…
View article: A school-based physical activity intervention in primary school: effects on physical activity, sleep, aerobic fitness, and motor competence
A school-based physical activity intervention in primary school: effects on physical activity, sleep, aerobic fitness, and motor competence Open
Objective The “Super Quinas” project evaluated the effectiveness of an intervention program to improve physical activity, aerobic fitness, sleep, and motor competence on children in primary school. Methods The experimental group ( n = 19) …
View article: The effect of menthol rinsing before intermittent exercise on physiological, physical, and thermo-behavioral responses of male football referees in hot and humid environment
The effect of menthol rinsing before intermittent exercise on physiological, physical, and thermo-behavioral responses of male football referees in hot and humid environment Open
Introduction In the current experiment, we aimed to evaluate whether eliciting pre-exercise non-thermal cooling sensations would alter perceptual measures, and physical and physiological responses in football referees. Methods Nine highly …
View article: Characterizing the most demanding passages of kinematic andmechanical activity in elite football: a multifactorial approach
Characterizing the most demanding passages of kinematic andmechanical activity in elite football: a multifactorial approach Open
This study investigated the 5-minute most demanding passages (MDP) of kinematic (distance covered) and mechanical (acceleration and deceleration) activities in elite male football according to multifactorial criterion performance variables…
View article: Revisiting the ‘Whys’ and ‘Hows’ of the Warm-Up: Are We Asking the Right Questions?
Revisiting the ‘Whys’ and ‘Hows’ of the Warm-Up: Are We Asking the Right Questions? Open
The warm-up is considered beneficial for increasing body temperature, stimulating the neuromuscular system and overall preparing the athletes for the demands of training sessions and competitions. Even when warm-up–derived benefits are sli…
View article: Perspectives and practices of nutritionists on dietary supplements for elite soccer teams: a cross-sectional survey study
Perspectives and practices of nutritionists on dietary supplements for elite soccer teams: a cross-sectional survey study Open
Introduction and objectives Dietary supplements are part of the nutritional strategies frequently applied in sports performance support. With growing research on this subject and high demand from athletes, nutritionists need to keep up to …
View article: Effective playing time affects technical-tactical and physical parameters in football
Effective playing time affects technical-tactical and physical parameters in football Open
Effective playing time has been debated as a topic of major concern in football. Thus, the current experimental study aimed to investigate the effects of effective playing time on technical-tactical and physical match parameters in footbal…
View article: Effects of dietary supplements on athletic performance in elite soccer players: a systematic review
Effects of dietary supplements on athletic performance in elite soccer players: a systematic review Open
Dietary supplements are widely used among athletes, and soccer players are no exception. Nevertheless, evidence supporting the use of dietary supplements aiming to enhance performance in soccer is somewhat contradictory, scarce, or even no…
View article: Reliability of Maximal Strength and Peak Rate of Force Development in a Portable Nordic Hamstrings Exercise Device
Reliability of Maximal Strength and Peak Rate of Force Development in a Portable Nordic Hamstrings Exercise Device Open
The Nordic hamstring exercise (NHE) is a very popular exercise used to improve eccentric strength and prevent injuries. The aim of this investigation was to assess the reliability of a portable dynamometer that measures maximal strength (M…
View article: How much does it cost to implement a community-based walking football programme for patients with type 2 diabetes?
How much does it cost to implement a community-based walking football programme for patients with type 2 diabetes? Open
Objectives The current study analysed the implementation costs of a community-based walking football exercise programme for patients with type 2 diabetes. Methods The direct costs of a community-based walking football programme for middle-…
View article: Perspectives of Elite Esports Players and Staff Members Regarding the Effects of Esports on Health – a Qualitative Study
Perspectives of Elite Esports Players and Staff Members Regarding the Effects of Esports on Health – a Qualitative Study Open
Background: Recently, esports have been argued to impact esports players' health, particularly for those competing at higher levels. Esports are a relatively new phenomenon, and an inside perspective regarding esports players' needs and ex…
View article: Effects of walking football on adherence, safety, quality of life and physical fitness in patients with prostate cancer: Findings from the PROSTATA_MOVE randomized controlled trial
Effects of walking football on adherence, safety, quality of life and physical fitness in patients with prostate cancer: Findings from the PROSTATA_MOVE randomized controlled trial Open
Aims To analyze the feasibility and impact of a walking football (WF) program on quality of life (QoL), cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF), muscle strength, and balance program in men with prostate cancer under androgen deprivation therapy (A…