This study aimed to identify the maturity-related differences and its influence on physical fitness, morphological performance characteristics of young elite paddlers. In total, 89 kayakers 82 canoeists, aged 13.69 ± 0.57 years (mean s), were allocated in three groups depending their age relative at peak height velocity (pre-APHV, circum-APHV post-APHV) discipline (kayak canoe). Nine anthropometric variables, a battery four fitness tests (overhead medicine ball throw, countermovement jump,...

The main objective of this research was to carry out an experimental study, triple-blind, on the possible immunophysiological effects a nutritional supplement (synbiotic, Gasteel Plus®, Heel España S.A.U.), containing mixture probiotic strains, such as Bifidobacterium lactis CBP-001010, Lactobacillus rhamnosus CNCM I-4036, and longum ES1, well prebiotic fructooligosaccharides, both professional athletes sedentary people. some inflammatory/immune (IL-1β, IL-10, immunoglobulin A) stress...

The classical kinematic variables in swimming are based on the calculation of mean values. Stroke steadiness determines relationship between duration all consecutive strokes throughout a test. aims current investigation were to examine differences stroke-to-stroke according swimmers’ performance level both body sides (breathing and non-breathing) analyse interrelationship with kinematics during 100 m front-crawl Thirty-two young, experienced swimmers voluntarily participated present study...

In karate, particularly in the kata discipline, there is a notable lack of studies focused on specific physical preparation for competitions. This highlights an urgent need more in-depth research into this crucial aspect athletic training to optimize performance and athlete preparation. The objective study was analyze influence dietary plan combined with body composition professional preparing Pan American championship. A 20-year-old elite female karateka (60.7 kg, 165.4 cm) followed...

This study evaluated the validity and reliability of Fitnessmeter mobile application for measuring change direction (COD) performance compared to a gold-standard photocell system. Forty-six trained adolescent soccer players performed 5 + m COD test, with simultaneous data collection using app photocells. A strong correlation was observed between two instruments (r = 0.971), no significant differences in times (p > 0.05). Bland–Altman analysis indicated minimal systematic bias (0.02 ± 0.05...

In recent years, physiological investigations suggested that a kayak seat able to rotate in the horizontal plane (swivel seat) may improve performance, but kinematic data are limited. The aim of this study was investigate effect swivel on kinematics and performance during sprint paddling an ergometer. Nine experienced kayakers volunteered for each completed two maximal trials 30 s ergometer, one with other fixed seat. Three-dimensional motion analysis were collected at 200 Hz central 10...

Background/Objectives: The inspiratory muscles play a fundamental role in cardiorespiratory performance, especially water sports. main objective of this study was to investigate the effects an muscle warm-up (IMW) protocol on performance and respiratory parameters scuba divers prior performing two diving tests, one static other dynamic. Methods: Eight young, active (six men women; 26.63 ± 4.67 years age) volunteered for study. In sessions, using IMW without IMW, participants performed...

The aim of this quasi-experimental pilot study was to explore the effects a reformer Pilates program on anthropometry, body composition, and somatotype active adult women after short non-exercise period. Twenty-eight (mean age: 40.21 ± standard deviation 8.12 years old) with one three experience participated in study. for 16 weeks (one hour, twice per week) 4 detraining (summer holidays) 2012. International Society Advancement Kinanthropometry full profile assessed before intervention...

The aim of this study was to analyze the effect competition on anxiety and heart rate variability (HRV) in tennis players. Thirty players (15 boys 15 girls) were included study. In boys, mean age 14.53 years, height 169.20 cm weight 60.60 kg. girls, 13.60 164.07 53.33 Competitive measured using Anxiety Inventory-2 (CSAI-2) State Trait Inventory (STAI). HRV also analyzed a validated HR chest band (Polar H7). These measurements performed at two different times, before training competing, both...

Abstract The aim of this study was to determine the anthropometric and physical characteristics youth elite paddlers identify differences between kayakers canoeists. A total 171 male (eighty-nine eighty-two canoeists), aged 13.69 ± 0.57 years (mean SD) volunteered participate in study. participants completed basic assessments (body mass, stretch stature, sitting height, body mass index, maturity level, sum 6 skinfolds fat percentage) as well a battery fitness tests (overhead medicine ball...

López-Plaza, D, Alacid, F, Rubio, JÁ, López-Miñarro, PÁ, Muyor, JM, and Manonelles, P. Morphological physical fitness profile of young female sprint kayakers. J Strength Cond Res 33(7): 1963-1970, 2019-Traditionally, anthropometrical profiles the most successful kayak athletes have been identified in male This study attempted to identify differences morphology level 2 performance-based groups elite paddlers. Eighty-six kayakers, aged 13.62 ± 0.57 years (mean SD), were allocated (Top-10 Rest)...

The objective of this research was to determine the kinematic variables evolution in a sprint canoeing maximal test over 200 m, comparing women and men kayak paddlers canoeists. Speed evolution, cycle frequency, length index were analysed each 50 m section fifty-two young (20 male kayakers, 17 female kayakers 15 canoeists; 13-14 years-old). Recordings taken from boat which followed paddler trial order measure cited above. Kinematic similar three categories, speed decreased through after...

The different nature of taekwondo and karate actions involves sport-specific with physical demands a typical morphological profile. aims the current investigation were to compare body composition strength factors between young players investigate proportionality each discipline. Twenty-five fighters (18 boys 7 girls) twenty-eight athletes (19 9 volunteered for study. A battery anthropometric measurements obtained individual (heights, weight, girths, lengths, sum skinfolds). Upper-body...

Introduction: There are certain anthropometric attributes common to most high-level paddlers and among the determinants for optimal performance consecution in senior categories.Objective: The present investigation aimed determine evolution of morphological characteristics elite during adolescence compare them with values exhibited by Olympic competitors.Methods: In a longitudinal study, thirteen young (seven boys six girls) completed battery tests (heights, weight, girths, lengths, sum...

Previous canoe sprint studies evaluated the best paddlers of their categories. This investigation aimed to identify importance biological maturation and athletes' experience in kayaking performance observe possible differences regarding anthropometry, years practice, performance. Eighty under 14 age (U14) fifty 16 (U16) kayakers aged 13.40 ± 0.54 15.25 0.61 were evaluated. Kayakers assessed for anthropometry (body mass (kg); stretch stature (cm); sitting height (cm)), (time at 3000 m U14...

The purpose of this study was to determine the influence different sizes hand paddles on kinematic parameters during a 100 m freestyle swimming performance in elite swimmers. Nine swimmers (19.1 ± 1.9 years) completed three tests without paddles, with small (271.27 cm(2)) and large (332.67 cm(2)), respectively. One video camera used record trials. mean velocity, stroke rate length were measured central 10 meters each 50 length. results showed that tended increase significantly when wearing...

Socioeconomic differences between countries, including corruption and doping scandals, have increased in the last few decades. The aims of current investigation were to examine prevalence according world areas sport groups its association with socioeconomic factors worldwide. Anti-Doping Rule Violations (ADRVs) 160 countries competing at 2016 Olympics analyzed 2013 2018. In addition, relationship characteristics, Human Development Index (HDI), Per Capita Income (PCI) Corruption (CI), was...

Traditionally, canoeing analyses have always been carried out by calculating mean values over a certain distance. However, simple analysis of in cyclic actions, such as canoe paddling, can lead to the loss decisive data. Therefore, objective this study was investigate whether relationship between periods consecutive strokes be an important aspect all-out 200-m performance. A total 22 young male canoeists aged 13.51 ± 0.43 years old voluntarily participated present study. Lateral recordings...

Water polo is a team sport that requires not only high levels of power and strength but robust morphology with big body dimensions for an optimal performance. The aim this study was to analyze the relationship between anthropometric variables, maturity, grip throwing speed in young water competitors.Body composition, biological age, were evaluated 28 elite players (15.74±0.83 years old) competition experience (7.35±1.68 years). participants divided into two maturity groups based on...

The cyclist’s posture is typically characterized by a trunk flexion position to reach the handlebar of bike. pelvis serves as base spine, and its tilt has been associated with degree extensibility hamstring, particularly in postures trunk. aim this study was determine whether, professional cyclists, hamstring influences pelvic maintained while seated on bicycle support from three grips road bike, well other positions bicycle. To evaluate tilt, all participants were measured using Spinal...

This study aimed to assess the reliability and validity of estimating respiratory compensation point (RCP) in trained endurance athletes by analyzing intercostal muscles’ NIRS-derived tissue oxygenation dynamics. Seventeen experienced trail runners underwent an incremental treadmill protocol on two separate occasions, with a 7-day gap between assessments. Gas exchange muscle data were collected, oxygen saturation breakpoint (SmO2BP) measured muscles was compared RCP, which identified...