Accelerometry is the method of choice for objectively assessing physical activity in older adults. Many studies have used an accelerometer count cut point corresponding to 3 metabolic equivalents (METs) derived young adults during treadmill walking and running with a resting rate (RMR) assumed at 3.5 mL · kg-1 min-1 (corresponding 1 MET). RMR lower adults; therefore, their MET level occurs absolute energy expenditure making from inappropriate this population. The few determining adult...

The aim of this study was two-fold: (i) analyze the within-group physical fitness adaptations promoted by a detraining period (4 weeks) followed an intervention using small-sided games (SSGs) or running-based high intensity interval training (HIIT); and (ii) between-group differences aiming to identify effectiveness each on youth male soccer players.

Abstract Latella, C, Teo, W-P, Spathis, J, and van den Hoek, D. Long-term strength adaptation: A 15-year analysis of powerlifting athletes. J Strength Cond Res 34(9): 2412–2418, 2020—Strength is a fundamental component athletic performance development. This investigation examined the long-term development (PL) The rate gain/day was assessed in 1897 PL athletes (F = 626, M 1,271) over period (2003–2018). Independent T-tests explored sex differences baseline absolute (kg) relative (kg·body...

Powerlifting (PL) is characterised by the ability to generate maximal force. However, an understanding of factors affecting strength in PL athletes poorly understood. Therefore, competition data were analysed from 1368 individuals during 2017. Relative was compared for squat (SQ), bench press (BP) and deadlift (DL) between age groups (Sub-junior [SJ], Junior [JU], Open [OP], Masters’ I-IV [M1-M4]), weight classes (females; 47 kg, 52 57 63 72 84 kg + males; 59 66 74 83 93 105 120 kg) sexes....

van den Hoek, D, Garrett, J, Howells, R, and Latella, C. Paralympians are stronger than you know: A comparison of para nondisabled powerlifting bench press world records. J Strength Cond Res 37(2): 452-456, 2023-This investigation explored the absolute relative strength record holders for World Para Powerlifting (WPPO) International Federation (IPF) athletes. Athlete data (mass [in kilograms], competitive weight class, mass kilograms]) holding male female athletes were extracted from public...

Background In Australia, one-third of people ≥15 years perform regular resistance training and 90% those do not meet current health guidelines. All age groups should engage in exercise, to maintain strength function. Objectives To identify trends powerlifting competition participation Australia by sex group from 1968 2022, compare the competitors population age- sex-based normative values. Method The number unique participants total entries for each year were analysed using Australian data....

Abstract Pearson, J, Spathis, JG, van den Hoek, DJ, Owen, PJ, Weakley, and Latella, C. Effect of competition frequency on strength performance powerlifting athletes. J Strength Cond Res 34(5): 1213–1219, 2020—Powerlifting (PL) requires athletes to achieve the highest possible “total” weight lifted across squat, bench press, deadlift. Athletes compete multiple times per year; however, it is not well understood how often PL should facilitate maximal performance. This study investigated effect...

Jumping and specific multidirectional repeated sprint ability are important in basketball. The objective of this study was to assess the contributions 8-week combined versus single-mode training programs based on drop jump (DJ) (MRSA) performances, body balance lower limbs power male professional basketball players.This followed a randomized parallel design. Fifty-two players from Tunisian first division participated study. were randomly assigned 4 groups: DJ group (JG; n = 13), MRSA (RSG;...

Abstract This study aimed to compare the effects of horizontal (HJ) and vertical (VJ)-based plyometric jump training on male semi-professional soccer player's performance (e.g., change-of-direction speed [5-0-5 test]; 10-m, 20-m, 30-m linear sprint speed). A parallel-study design was conducted. Participants were organized into HJ (n = 10) or VJ 9) during 12 weeks. Measures athletic obtained in four phases: (i) before (ii) end pre-season, (iii) (weeks 7th), (iv) after intervention. The...

Abstract Latella, C, van den Hoek, D, and Teo, WP. Differences in strength performance between novice elite athletes: Evidence from powerlifters. J Strength Cond Res 33(7S): S103–S112, 2019—Strength forms an integral part of many sports. In particular, powerlifting success is determined solely by maximal strength, providing a unique opportunity to investigate the differences potential factors influencing competitors. We evaluated 2,137 competitors local (LOC), national (NAT), international...

The ability for athletes to gain a competitive advantage over their opponents is well recognised. At times, this may be considered marginal gain. However, in the context of competition, advantages difference between winning and losing. This investigation explores how competition factors influence odds success (i.e. winning) powerlifting (PL) assist coaches achieving advantage.A cross-sectional, retrospective analysis data from raw/classic, Australian competitions 2010-2019 was conducted....

van den Hoek, D, Garrett, J, Travis, SK, Oxnard, K, Howells, R, Owen, P, and Latella, C. Analysis of competition performance leading to success at the International Powerlifting Federation World Championships between 2013 2019. J Strength Cond Res 37(10): e555-e562, 2023-Despite being a global sport, there is paucity research investigating competition-related factors contributing Championship powerlifting success. Therefore, aim this study was determine strategies that underpin gold...

Abstract Beaumont, P, Garrett, J, and van den Hoek, D. How do intracompetition strategies differ between para powerlifting podium nonpodium athletes? A retrospective, cross-sectional analysis. J Strength Cond Res XX(X): 000–000, 2023—This study aimed to investigate the used by powerlifters quantify report them for application coaches athletes improve their odds of competitive success. retrospective analysis was conducted using a public database. Primary categorized as either (POD) or (NPOD),...

ABSTRACT Purpose Understanding strength changes with resistance training is important in human performance. It also enables better understanding into the expected magnitude of increase and factors that influence this change over time. Methods Squat, bench press, deadlift scores were collated from 407 powerlifting meets ( n = 1896 unique competitors: ~625 females, ~1270 males) between 2003 2018. Absolute (in kilograms) relative starting kilograms per body weight) for each lift type was...

Clinical practice guidelines globally recommend lifestyle modification including diet and exercise training as first-line treatment for obesity. The clinical benefits of in adults with obesity is well-documented; however, there no strong evidence the effectiveness weight loss class II III purpose randomised controlled trial described this protocol article to examine effect training, addition a very low energy (VLED), clinically severe obese women changes body composition, physical function,...

This study compared the sensitivity of peak running speed (PRS) measured during a submaximal run test (SRT) with countermovement jump (CMJ) to provide an alternate method measuring neuromuscular fatigue (NMF). The involved 20 semi-professional academy soccer players who performed SRT and CMJ test, 24-hours pre-match, 24-, 48-, 72- 96-hours post-match. Moderate decreases (effect-size (ES) ± 90% confidence intervals) were observed post-match for CMJH; ES -0.70 0.19, CMJPV; -0.92 0.27 PRS;...

<b><i>Introduction:</i></b> To determine whether combined exercise training with an energy-restricted diet leads to improved physical fitness and body composition when compared energy restriction alone in free-living premenopausal women clinically severe obesity. <b><i>Methods:</i></b> Sixty (BMI of 40.4 ± 6.7) were randomised only (ER) or plus (EXER) for 12 months. Body measured at baseline, 3, 6 <b><i>Results:</i></b>...