A5039644324- Sports Performance and Training
- Sports injuries and prevention
- Exercise and Physiological Responses
- Cardiovascular and exercise physiology
- Muscle metabolism and nutrition
- Thermoregulation and physiological responses
- Sport Psychology and Performance
- Sports Analytics and Performance
- Cardiovascular Effects of Exercise
- Genetics and Physical Performance
- Adipose Tissue and Metabolism
- Circadian rhythm and melatonin
- Physical Activity and Health
- Infrared Thermography in Medicine
- Sports Dynamics and Biomechanics
- Sports and Physical Education Research
- Injury Epidemiology and Prevention
- Knee injuries and reconstruction techniques
- Motivation and Self-Concept in Sports
- Physical Education and Pedagogy
- Pharmacological Effects and Assays
- Heat shock proteins research
- Occupational Health and Performance
- Body Composition Measurement Techniques
- Sleep and Wakefulness Research
University of Birmingham
2018-2025
Nike (United States)
2021
Liverpool John Moores University
2011-2020
Manchester City Football Club
2014-2019
Atkins (United Kingdom)
2017
Teesside University
2000-2017
iXBlue (France)
2016
Center for Health, Exercise and Sport Sciences
2012
Edge Hill University
2010
Stepping Hill Hospital
2009
The aim of the present investigation was to provide a detailed analysis high intensity running activity completed by elite soccer players during match-play. A further study evaluate importance overall team success. Observations on individual match performance measures were undertaken 563 outfield (median 8 games per player; range=1-57) competing in English Premier League from 2003/2004 2005/2006 using computerised tracking system (Prozone, Leeds, England). High activities selected for...
The aim of this study was to objectively quantify ratings perceived enjoyment using the Physical Activity Enjoyment Scale following high-intensity interval running versus moderate-intensity continuous running. Eight recreationally active men performed two protocols consisting (6 × 3 min at 90% VO(2max) interspersed with 6 recovery 50% a 7-min warm-up and cool down 70% VO(2max)) or 50 VO(2max). Ratings after exercise were higher (P < 0.05) compared (88 ± vs. 61 12) despite exertion (14 1 13...
The aim of the present investigation was to determine between-match variability high-speed running activities completed by a large sample elite players over an extended period time. A further study influence playing position on magnitude this variability. Observations individual match performance measures were undertaken 485 outfield (median 10 games per player; range=2-57) competing in English Premier League from 2003/2004 2005/2006 using computerised tracking system (Prozone, Leeds,...
To quantify the seasonal training load completed by professional soccer players of English Premier League.Thirty were sampled (using GPS, heart rate, and rating perceived exertion [RPE]) during daily sessions 2011-12 preseason in-season period. Preseason data analyzed across 6×1-wk microcycles. In-season 6×6-wk mesocycle blocks 3×1-wk microcycles at start, midpoint, end-time points. Data also with respect to number days before a match.Typical (ie, total distance, high-speed percent maximal...
Abstract The aim of this study was to quantify the physiological loads programmed “pre-season” and “in-season” training in professional soccer players. Data for players during each period were included analysis (pre-season, n = 12; in-season, 10). We monitored loading by measuring heart rate rating perceived exertion (RPE). Training calculated multiplying RPE score duration sessions. Each session sub-categorized as physical, technical/tactical, physical technical/tactical training. Average...
To quantify the relationship between daily training load and a range of potential measures fatigue in elite soccer players during an in-season competitive phase (17 d).Total high-intensity-running (THIR) distance, perceived ratings wellness (fatigue, muscle soreness, sleep quality), countermovement-jump height (CMJ), postexercise heart-rate recovery (HRR), variability (Ln rMSSD) were analyzed period d). General linear models used to evaluate influence fluctuation THIR distance on...
Muscle glycogen is the predominant energy source for soccer match play, though its importance training (where lower loads are observed) not well known. In an attempt to better inform carbohydrate (CHO) guidelines, we quantified load in English Premier League players (n = 12) during a one-, two- and three-game week schedule (weekly frequency was four, four two, respectively). one-game week, progressively reduced (P < 0.05) 3 days prior day (total distance 5223 ± 406, 3097 149 2912 192 m 1, 2...
The aim of this study was to devise a laboratory-based protocol for motorized treadmill that representative work rates observed during soccer match-play. Selected physiological responses soccer-specific intermittent exercise were then compared with steady-rate performed at the same average speed. Seven male university players (mean +/- s: age 24 2 years, height 1.78 0.1 m, mass 72.2 5.0 kg, VO2max 57.8 4 ml x kg(-1) min(-1)) completed 45-min on treadmill. They also continuous session an...
Abstract Aim: The present study investigated the effects of hyperthermia on intermittent exercise and repeated sprint performance. Methods: Seven men completed 40 min cycling comprising 15 s (306 ± 22 W) rest periods (0 followed by 5 × maximal sprints a cycle ergometer in normal (∼20 °C, control) hot (40 hyperthermia) environments. Results: Completion protocol heat elevated core muscle temperatures (39.5 0.2 °C; 40.2 0.4 °C), heart rate (178 11 beats −1 ), rating perceived exertion (RPE) (18...
The aim of the present study was to test hypothesis that acute high-intensity interval (HIT) running induces greater activation signaling pathways associated with mitochondrial biogenesis compared moderate-intensity continuous (CONT) matched for work done. In a repeated-measures design, 10 active men performed two protocols consisting HIT [6 × 3-min at 90% maximal oxygen consumption (V̇o 2max ) interspersed recovery periods 50% V̇o 7-min warm-up and cool-down period 70% ] or CONT (50-min )....
The primary aim of the present study was to test hypothesis that training with reduced carbohydrate availability from both endogenous and exogenous sources provides an enhanced stimulus for training-induced heat shock protein (HSP) adaptations skeletal muscle. A secondary investigate influence on oxidative exercise performance. Three groups recreationally active men performed 6 wk high-intensity intermittent running occurring four times per week. Group 1 (n = 8; Low + Glu) 2 7; Pla) trained...