Publications by authors named "Javier Espasa-Labrador"
This study aimed to assess the calcaneal bone mineral density (BMD) of elite female trail runners and evaluate its reliability using a novel DXA method. It also examined the relationship between calcaneal BMD and other regions of interest to better understand bone health in this specific population. A cross-sectional study was conducted with 35 elite female trail runners from the Spanish national team.
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- - Load monitoring through inertial movement units (IMUs) is crucial for optimizing training and reducing injury risk in basketball.
- - The study found that games with frequent possession changes, like steals and turnovers, require more physical effort from players, while longer games lead to increased recovery time.
- - Key players, especially those who shoot often, experience higher physical demands, highlighting the value of IMUs in analyzing player performance and encouraging a deeper understanding of game dynamics.
Background: This study aims to investigate body fluids and muscle changes evoked by different trail races using anthropometric, bioelectrical, and creatine kinase (CK) measurements.
Methods: A total of 92 subjects (55 men, 37 women) participating in three different races of 14, 35, and 52 km were evaluated before (PRE) and after (POST) the races. Classic bioelectrical impedance vector analysis was applied at the whole-body level (WB-BIVA).
The primary aim of this systematic review was to summarize the current state of research in relation to external load monitoring in female basketball. The review was conducted according to the PRISMA-P® statement. Publications included in the review: 1) were original research, 2) evaluated healthy female basketball players, and 3) monitored basketball practice and competition.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFCorrection: Cebrián-Ponce et al. Bioelectrical, Anthropometric, and Hematological Analysis to Assess Body Fluids and Muscle Changes in Elite Cyclists during the Giro d'Italia. 2023, , 450.
Biology (Basel)
June 2023
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View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe monitoring of internal load in basketball can be used to understand the effects and potential physiological adaptations caused by external load. The main aim of this systematic review was to identify the methods and variables used to quantify internal load in female basketball. The studies included different populations and events: youth athletes, elite, and amateur players.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThis study aimed to characterize and monitor the body fluid and muscle changes during the Giro d'Italia in nine elite cyclists via bioelectrical (whole-body and muscle-localized) anthropometric and hematological analysis. There were three checkpoint assessments: at the beginning, middle, and end of the race. The Wilcoxon signed-rank test was used to compare the data at baseline and follow up.
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