Applied Sports Science Weekly Digest #385

Physical activity and content in a variety of physically active learning: an observational case study of real-world practices

“This study provides novel insights by being the first to investigate the organization and content of PAL enacted by experienced teachers in their teaching and the corresponding PA levels in their real-world practices.“

Effects of a 10-week athletic performance program on match performance variables in male professional football players

“The findings demonstrate that integrating a 10-week multicomponent Athletic Performance Program into traditional training routines is effective in enhancing match performance variables, particularly in high-intensity actions such as sprints and running speed.“

Exploring athletes’ experiences and perspectives on an educational program for athletes in the Pacific Islands

“Overall, the VOA offers significant benefits and has strong potential for broader application and customization across diverse environments. This can significantly contribute to the comprehensive growth of athletes and young people worldwide.”

Faster intervals, faster recoveries – intensified short VO_2max running intervals are inferior to traditional long intervals in terms of time spent above 90% VO_2max 

“High intensity interval training for improving maximal oxygen consumption is a fundamental component of specific preparation phases for middle- and long-distance runners.”

Factors influencing sport development among women with disabilities: a case study of a visually impaired Spanish Paralympic woman

“This case study presents the perceptions of a female athlete with regard to the beginnings and development of sport in the Paralympic framework, underlining the need to promote actions that help and encourage the development and participation of women with disabilities in sport.”