It is widely accepted that warming-up prior to exercise is vital for the attainment of optimum
performance. Both passive and active warm-up can evoke temperature, metabolic, neural …

Stretching has long been used in many physical activities to increase range of motion (ROM)
around a joint. Stretching also has other acute effects on the neuromuscular system. For …

Recent reviews have attempted to refute the efficacy of applying Selye's general adaptation
syndrome (GAS) as a conceptual framework for the training process. Furthermore, the …

Various environmental stressors, such as extreme temperatures (hot and cold), pathogens,
predators and insufficient food, can threaten life. Remarkable progress has recently been …

In elite soccer, players are frequently exposed to various situations and conditions that can
interfere with sleep, potentially leading to sleep deprivation. This article provides a …

An objective of a warm-up prior to an athletic event is to optimize performance. Warm-ups
are typically composed of a submaximal aerobic activity, stretching and a sport-specific …

Background In team sports, it is imperative that the warm-up improves acute explosive
performance. However, the exact strategies, methods, and consequences of different warm …

It has been shown that the mental fatigue induced by prolonged self-regulation increases
perception of effort and reduces performance during subsequent endurance exercise …

Drawing on the disciplines of neurophysiology and physics, Neuromechanics of Human
Movement, Fourth Edition, explores how the nervous system controls the actions of muscles …

Gain a well-rounded understanding of the principles underlying stretching and flexibility with
the updated third edition of Science of Flexibility. This practical text includes illustrated …