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Tendon Basics: Effect of Mechanical Loading
Tendon Cell Biology: Effect of Mechanical Loading by Stańczak et al. (2024), provides a comprehensive review of how tendons respond
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Testing
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Vertical vs. Horizontal Hop Tests: Not Measuring the Same Thing
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Nutritional Strategies to Improve Post-exercise Recovery and Subsequent Exercise Performance
Athletes often have short windows between bouts of exercise, especially during tournaments, two-a-days, or back-to-back practices. Recovery in these tight
Did the NFL Lockout Expose the Achilles Heel of Competitive Sports?
In 2011, an NFL Lockout led to an unprecedented offseason, during which players had no access to team medical staff,
Training
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What Drives Clubhead Speed in Golf? A Look at the Physical Characteristics That Matter
What Drives Clubhead Speed in Golf? A Look at the Physical Characteristics That Matter Clubhead speed is a key determinant
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“Cleared” Isn’t Always Ready: Jump Deficits After ACL Reconstruction
“Cleared” Isn’t Always Ready: Vertical Jump Deficits During ACL RTPs Athletes often return to sport (RTS) after ACL reconstruction
Training
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Number of Sets Per Training Session to Optimize Strength and Hypertrophy
Number of Sets Per Training Session to Optimize Strength and Hypertrophy Most resistance training meta-analyses focus on weekly volume, not
Recovery
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Does Foam Rolling Improve Hamstring Contractility and Flexibility Post-Training?
Does Foam Rolling Improve Hamstring Contractility and Flexibility Post-Training? Foam rolling is a staple in recovery routines for athletes, strength
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Sprint Mechanics Predict Hamstring Injury Risk in Elite Footballers
Sprint Mechanics Predict Hamstring Injury Risk in Elite Footballers HSIs now account for nearly 1 in 4 injuries in pro
Training
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The Connection Between Sports Performance and Breathing Rate
Breathing is often overlooked in sports performance, yet it has significant physiological and psychological effects. This review explores the impact
Recovery
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The Impact of Sleep Interventions on Athletic Performance
Sleep is essential for athletic performance, yet many factors in sports, such as competition schedules, travel, and training loads, can
Testing
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Comparing Countermovement Jumps With and Without Arm Swing in Professional Basketball Players
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