This review aimed to analyze the findings in the literature related to Mixed Martial Arts
(MMA) through an exploratory systematic review and to present the state of the art from a …

Mixed martial arts (MMA) is a combat sport encompassing multiple methods of victory,
including knockout, submission, and decision. Although research exists investigating …

Background: Correction of the training system in various sports based on the previous
competition results analysis is a common practice allowing to quickly increase the training …

The force-velocity (Fv) relationship has been proposed as a biomechanical characteristic to
comprehensively evaluate neuromuscular capabilities within different tasks such as vertical …

Background Ballistic and heavy-resistance exercises may potentially enhance lower body
power, which is paramount for the punching performance of amateur boxers. This study …

Abstract Clarke, R, Read, PJ, De Ste Croix, MBA, and Hughes, JD. The deceleration deficit:
a novel field-based method to quantify deceleration during change of direction performance …

This study aimed to determine the effects of different verbal instructions, intended to affect
the countermovement jump (CMJ) execution time, on the reactive strength index modified …

We investigated the consistency of metrics obtained from the unweighting, braking,
propulsive, and landing phases of the countermovement (CMJ) force-time curve in combat …

Background. Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ) athletes are characterized by the mesomorphic
somatotype and require great muscular strength and power in the lower limbs in order to …

Purpose: Athlete stature and armspan is anecdotally assumed to provide an advantage in
mixed martial arts (MMA), despite an absence of supporting data. In contrast, winners of …