Molecular vehicles for therapeutic delivery of lactate in exercise and medicine
May 2026
Once thought of as a dead-end metabolite, the product of anaerobic, oxygen-limited metabolism, we now know that lactate is produced under fully oxygenated conditions, such as after consuming dietary...
Update: Is exercise-induced oxidative stress a friend or foe?
May 2026
Free radicals (radicals) are highly reactive atoms or molecules that contain one or more unpaired electrons in their outermost shell. The first evidence that muscular exercise increases radical production...
Molecular signaling effects of electrical stimulation of the soleus muscle during 6 days of dry immersion
May 2026
Unloading of skeletal muscles triggers rapid changes in molecular signaling, leading to muscle atrophy and functional alterations. Electrical stimulation of muscles is commonly used to counteract these...
Effect of the cutting angle on intra-foot coordination pattern during unanticipated side-cutting maneuvers in female soccer players
May 2026
Numerous ankle sprains have been reported in female players performing noncontact play such as side-cutting maneuvers. This study examined the coordination between foot joints during unanticipated side-cutting...
Regulation of the gut microbiota through meditation and exercise: Potential for enhancing physical well-being across all ages in the twenty-first century
May 2026
This study explores the gut microbiota of Aikido practitioners, a Meditation in Motion discipline, focusing on the integration of moderate-intensity physical activity with meditative practices. The...
Cardiometabolic response to high intensity functional training versus rowing-based high intensity interval training
May 2026
This study compared the cardiometabolic response between rowing high intensity interval training (HIIT) and high intensity functional training (HIFT). Twenty two adults (age and V˙O2max = [25 ± 7]...
Higher BMI might increase risk of ankle–foot sprains: A mendelian randomization study
May 2026
Although previous research has suggested that a greater body mass index (BMI) may be linked to a higher incidence of ankle–foot sprains, the causal relationship between BMI and these injuries has not...
Lower body muscular strength as a predictor of health indicators in youth population: A systematic review and meta-analysis
May 2026
Muscular strength in the lower body during childhood and adolescence is crucial for determining various health indicators. While previous reviews have examined the benefits of health-related muscular...
Affective responses during low-volume high-intensity interval exercise in overweight and obese adults: A systematic review
May 2026
Obesity is a global public health challenge, and physical exercise, as a means of increasing energy expenditure, plays a crucial role in its management and reduction. High-intensity interval exercise...
Modified constraint-induced movement therapy for lower extremity intervention on patients with stroke: A Scoping Review
May 2026
Stroke is the main cause of long-term disability, burdening people and healthcare systems. In stroke patients, modified Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy (mCIMT) may improve lower extremity function....
Why do we have a musculoskeletal injury? - Beyond biomechanics
May 2026
Musculoskeletal injuries remain a prevalent challenge in healthcare, yet our understanding of their root causes and optimal prevention strategies still needs to be completed. While biomechanical approaches...
Validity and reliability of V˙O2max determination immediately after a maximal fat oxidation assessment in pre-diabetes/type 2 Diabetes Mellitus population
May 2026
Measuring maximal fat oxidation (MFO) and maximal oxygen consumption (V˙O2max) typically requires two separate days, which can be time-consuming. This study aimed to assess the validity and reliability...
Evaluating the effectiveness of blood flow restriction training in older adults: An overview of systematic reviews
May 2026
To synthesize evidence from systematic reviews on the effects of blood flow restriction (BFR) training on muscle strength, hypertrophy, and functional performance in older adults....
Human behavioral basis for recommending changes to the physical activity guidelines
Available online 5 May 2026
A growing body of evidence supports the central role of human behavior and affect in the promotion of physical activity (PA), yet a persistent gap remains between PA guidelines and actual population...
Limitations and future directions of the functional movement screen in predicting sports injuries
Available online 24 April 2026
Accurate risk assessment is crucial in preventing sports-related injuries. Physical therapists, strength and conditioning coaches, and other practitioners utilized the Functional Movement Screen (FMS)...
Central cortex morphological outcomes associated with inferior knee function after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction
Available online 17 April 2026
The supplementary motor area (SMA) and secondary somatosensory area (SII) contribute to functional deficits after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR); however, the structural basis of these...
Mechanisms of exercise against anxiety disorder: A review of the research progress
March 2026
This review aims to explore the efficacy of exercise in the treatment of anxiety disorders and its underlying mechanisms, summarizing recent research advances and focusing on the potential biological...
Impact of the administration type for normobaric hypoxia on the maximal aerobic capacity: A systematic review and meta-analysis
March 2026
Normobaric hypoxia (NH) is a frequent strategy for training under hypoxic conditions that can be administered through different equipment, including face masks or hypoxic chambers/tents. Nonetheless,...
Exercise preconditioning prevents immobilization-induced skeletal muscle atrophy by activating Prmt1-p38/ATF2-Sesn1 signaling axis in C57BL/6J mice
March 2026
This study aimed to explore the effects of a 10-week combined exercise regimen on immobilization-induced muscle atrophy and elucidate the possible function of Protein arginine methyltransferase 1 (Prmt1)...
The effect of exercise rehabilitation on bone mineral density, muscle strength, and physical function outcomes in ACL ruptures: A randomized controlled clinical trial
March 2026
The purpose is to explore the effects of Exercise rehabilitation (ER) on bone mineral density (BMD) of the knee, muscle strength (MS), and physical function (PF) after ACL rupture. Finally, A total...
Mapping the acute trajectory of sport-related concussion outcomes across symptoms, cognition, and blood biomarkers
March 2026
Sport-related concussion (SRC) and its potential neurological sequela represent an emerging global health concern, requiring improved recovery management and strategies for return-to-play (RTP) to enhance...
Comparison of maximal strength, muscle morphology, and motor unit recruitment and firing rate patterns of the abductor digiti minimi in normal-fat and over-fat males
March 2026
This study examined potential differences in strength, muscle morphology, and motor unit (MU) behavior of the abductor digiti minimi (ADM) between normal-fat (NF) and over-fat (OF) males....
Exercise affects salivary biomarkers of creatine metabolism in healthy adults
March 2026
We monitored changes in salivary creatine pre- and post-high-intensity exercise in young adults while also investigating the potential correlation between salivary and serum creatine levels....
Acute effects of medium-frequency electrical energy transfer (TECAR) and transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) on pain and flexibility in athletes with an acute hamstring injury: A randomized controlled trial
March 2026
This study compared the acute effects of electrical energy transfer (TECAR) and transcutaneous electrical stimulation (TENS) on pain and flexibility after a hamstring injury. Young athletes received...
Post-workout supplementation with CoQ10 and sports drink on exercise performance and muscle recovery after exercise in normal and overweight males
March 2026
Post-workout supplementation has been used in athletes and recreational exercisers; however, responses between normal and overweight individuals on exercise performance and muscle recovery are less...