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View article: Correction: Acute effects of BFR intra-conditioning on torque and muscle activity of the rectus femoris muscle during isokinetic knee extensions
Correction: Acute effects of BFR intra-conditioning on torque and muscle activity of the rectus femoris muscle during isokinetic knee extensions Open
View article: Enhancement of post-activation performance enhancement by blood flow restriction following specific on-ice exercise program in ice hockey players
Enhancement of post-activation performance enhancement by blood flow restriction following specific on-ice exercise program in ice hockey players Open
Introduction Due to the requirements for research on motor skills in elite hockey players, an attempt was made to assess the skills following the application of PAPE and BFR-enhanced PAPE to enhance lower limb power. Methods An on-ice exer…
View article: Determining minimum cuff pressure required to reduce arterial blood flow at rest
Determining minimum cuff pressure required to reduce arterial blood flow at rest Open
View article: The acute effect of blood flow restriction or ischemia on countermovement jump performance
The acute effect of blood flow restriction or ischemia on countermovement jump performance Open
The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of blood flow restriction (BFR) or ischemia (IS) used between countermovement jumps (CMJ) on power performance changes. Two groups of participants implemented two separate experimental proto…
View article: Impact of isolated lumbar extension strength training on reducing nonspecific low back pain, disability, and improving function: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Impact of isolated lumbar extension strength training on reducing nonspecific low back pain, disability, and improving function: a systematic review and meta-analysis Open
Nonspecific low back pain (LBP), a prevalent condition with a lifetime prevalence of up to 84%, presents a considerable burden on individuals and healthcare systems. Isolated lumbar extension (ILEX) has been studied for its ability to exer…
View article: Acute Impact of Different Reperfusion Duration Following Blood Flow Restriction on Bar Velocity during the Bench Press Exercise
Acute Impact of Different Reperfusion Duration Following Blood Flow Restriction on Bar Velocity during the Bench Press Exercise Open
The main goal of this study was to evaluate the effects of different reperfusion duration following intra-conditioning blood flow restriction (BFR) on bar velocity during the bench press exercise and muscle viscoelastic properties of the t…
View article: Immediate Effect of Compression Contrast Therapy on Quadriceps Femoris Muscles’ Regeneration in MMA Fighters
Immediate Effect of Compression Contrast Therapy on Quadriceps Femoris Muscles’ Regeneration in MMA Fighters Open
Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the immediate effect of Game Ready (GR) heat–cold compression contrast therapy (HCCT) on changes in the biomechanical parameters of the quadriceps femoris muscles and tissue perfusion. Methods: Fift…
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: Effect of Step Load Based on Time under Tension in Hypoxia on the ACL Pre-Operative Rehabilitation and Hormone Levels: A Case Study
Effect of Step Load Based on Time under Tension in Hypoxia on the ACL Pre-Operative Rehabilitation and Hormone Levels: A Case Study Open
The aim of the study was to determine the effect of step load in hypoxia on the effectiveness of preoperative rehabilitation (PR) and hormone levels based on a case study. Introduction: We assessed the impact of variables such as rate of m…
View article: The effect of complex contrast training with different training frequency on the physical performance of youth soccer players: a randomized study
The effect of complex contrast training with different training frequency on the physical performance of youth soccer players: a randomized study Open
Background Complex contrast training (CCT) is potentially an efficient method to improve physical abilities such as muscle strength, power output, speed, agility, are extremely important in developing soccer players of different age catego…
View article: The effect of a single cycle of ischemia on bar velocity during bench press exercise
The effect of a single cycle of ischemia on bar velocity during bench press exercise Open
Introduction: The main goal of this study was to investigate the effects of a single cycle of ischemia applied before the bench press exercise on acute bar velocity changes. Materials and Methods: Twelve physically active males participate…
View article: A Comparison of a Step Load Unilateral and Bilateral Resistance Training Program on the Strength and Power of the Lower Limbs in Soccer Players
A Comparison of a Step Load Unilateral and Bilateral Resistance Training Program on the Strength and Power of the Lower Limbs in Soccer Players Open
The purpose of the investigation was to determine the influence of a four-week unilateral (UNI) and bilateral (BIL) resistance training program on peak torque and peak power of the lower limbs in soccer players. Background: We evaluated th…
View article: Immediate Effect of Cryo-Compression Therapy on Biomechanical Properties and Perfusion of Forearm Muscles in Mixed Martial Arts Fighters
Immediate Effect of Cryo-Compression Therapy on Biomechanical Properties and Perfusion of Forearm Muscles in Mixed Martial Arts Fighters Open
Mixed martial arts (MMA) fighters use their arms and hands for striking with the fists, grappling, and defensive techniques, which puts a high load on the forearms and hand muscles. New methods are needed to decrease the risk of injury and…
View article: Reduction of leptin levels during acute exercise is dependent on fasting but not on caloric restriction during chronic exercise: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Reduction of leptin levels during acute exercise is dependent on fasting but not on caloric restriction during chronic exercise: A systematic review and meta-analysis Open
Background The importance of leptin in controlling body mass has recently gained more attention. Its levels are directly associated with the amount of fat mass, but not necessarily dependent on it. Exercise has great potential in reducing …
View article: The effects of ischemia during rest intervals on strength endurance performance
The effects of ischemia during rest intervals on strength endurance performance Open
Background The study aimed to evaluate the effects of ischemia used during the rest periods between successive sets on maximal number of performed repetitions, time under tension and bar velocity during the bench press exercise. Methods an…
View article: Acute Effects of Ischemic Intra-Conditioning on 30 m Sprint Performance
Acute Effects of Ischemic Intra-Conditioning on 30 m Sprint Performance Open
The present study aimed to evaluate the effects of ischemic intra-conditioning applied during rest intervals on 30 m sprint performance. Thirty-four trained male (n = 12) and female (n = 22) track and field and rugby athletes volunteered t…
View article: A Comparison of Electromyographic Inter-Limb Asymmetry during a Standard versus a Sling Shot Assisted Bench Press Exercise
A Comparison of Electromyographic Inter-Limb Asymmetry during a Standard versus a Sling Shot Assisted Bench Press Exercise Open
The objective of this study was to compare peak surface electromyography (sEMG) activity of selected muscles along with inter-limb asymmetries between a control (CONT) and a Sling shot assisted (SS) bench press exercise. Ten resistance-tra…
View article: The effect of caffeine on countermovement jump performance in recreationally trained women habituated to caffeine
The effect of caffeine on countermovement jump performance in recreationally trained women habituated to caffeine Open
Introduction. The main goal of this study was to examine the effect of acute intake of 3 mg/kg/body mass (b.m.) of caffeine (CAF) on countermovement jump (CMJ) performance in recreationally trained women habituated to CAF. Material and Met…
View article: Impact of Movement Tempo Distribution on Bar Velocity During a Multi-Set Bench Press Exercise
Impact of Movement Tempo Distribution on Bar Velocity During a Multi-Set Bench Press Exercise Open
The goal of the present study was to evaluate the effect of contrast tempo movement on bar velocity changes during a multi-set bench press exercise. In randomized and counter-balanced order, participants performed three sets of the bench p…
View article: Impact of movement tempo on bar velocity and time under tension in resistance exercises with different external loads
Impact of movement tempo on bar velocity and time under tension in resistance exercises with different external loads Open
The goal of the study was to determine the differences between volitional and maximal movement tempo during resistance exercise. Ten healthy men volunteered for the study (age = 26.4 ± 4.8 years; body mass = 93.8 ± 9.6 kg; barbell squat on…
View article: Effect of 12-week-long aerobic training programme on body composition, aerobic capacity, complete blood count and blood lipid profile among young women
Effect of 12-week-long aerobic training programme on body composition, aerobic capacity, complete blood count and blood lipid profile among young women Open
Twelve-week-long fitness training programme of two alternating styles (low and high impact) has a beneficial effect on overweight young women.