The effect of percussion and manual activation massage on explosive strength and balance in young adult males: A crossover pilot study.

Background: Recently, the usage of percussive vibration machines in physiotherapy and sports has increased rapidly. Numerous manufacturers claim they can enhance physical performance. However, there is minimal peer-reviewed research on their efficacy.

Impact of offensive team variables on goal scoring in the first division of the spanish soccer league: a comprehensive 10-year study.

This study assessed the impact of team offensive variables on goals scored in Spain's first-division soccer league from 2012-2013 to 2021-2022. A nomothetic multidimensional study was conducted, following the STROBE checklist. From 115 team variables available in the INSTAT database, 57 offensive metrics were selected.

The influence of real-time quantitative feedback and verbal encouragement on adults' performance in maximal and explosive strength and power in bench press exercise.

Background: In sports practice, a wide array of verbal and non-verbal stimuli can elicit diverse motivations and performance changes. Therefore, the primary objective of this study was to compare the impact of various stimuli on maximal strength and power in bench press exercises.

Methods: This study involved 48 university students (average age 20.

Performance in the Yo-Yo Intermittent Recovery Test May Improve with Repeated Trials: Does Practice Matter?

The Yo-Yo Intermittent Test is frequently used to monitor changes in athletes' performance in response to different interventions. However, the question remains as to whether, and to what extent, retakes of this test would contribute to these changes. This case study sought to determine the magnitude of practice effects, involving test repetition, on performance in the Yo-Yo Intermittent Recovery Test.

Effect of Two Strength Training Models on Muscle Power and Strength in Elite Women's Football Players.

This study evaluates changes in power and strength after implementing two different models of 9-week strength training in elite women's football players. A group of 13 players (age 20.2 ± 3.