Applied Sports Science Weekly Digest #344

Effects of an integrative warm-up method on the range of motion, core stability, and quality of squat performance of young adults

“The effect of the treatment was the occurrence of a transformational processes in almost all measured variables.“

Motor flexibility to stabilize the toe position during obstacle crossing in older adults: an investigation using an uncontrolled manifold analysis

“The results showed that older participants had a significantly lower synergy index for the trailing limb before the moment of obstacle crossing than younger participants, suggesting reduced flexibility in part.“

Effects of bi-hemispheric anodal transcranial direct current stimulation on soccer player performance: a triple-blinded, controlled, and randomized study

“The search for increased performance and physical performance are linked to the use of ergogenic resources.“

Exercise-Regulated Mitochondrial and Nuclear Signalling Networks in Skeletal Muscle

“This review provides an overview of recent advances in our understanding of the molecular events associated with acute endurance exercise-regulated signaling pathways and kinases in skeletal muscle with a focus on phosphorylation.“

Revealing the true nature of a parachute mitral valve during an ultra trail race

“In competitive athletes, the detection of rare valvulopathy should prompt a comprehensive cardiac evaluation aimed at assessing the potential for dynamic valvular dysfunction.“