Publications by authors named "Valentina Stefanica"
Measuring countermovement jump (CMJ) height accurately is essential for evaluating lower-body explosive power in athletes and other active populations. With technological advancements, various portable tools have been developed for this purpose, including force platforms, contact mats, and video-based software. This study aimed to (a) investigate the test-retest reliability of the KINVENT K-Deltas force platform for CMJ height measurement and (b) compare its accuracy with a contact mat (Chronojump, Spain) and a video-based software (My Jump app, version 3).
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- - This research investigates how mental health indicators like depression, stress, and anxiety affect the quality of life for first-year law students, focusing on factors such as mood, physical activity, body image, and social relationships.
- - Data was gathered from 75 law students using standardized questionnaires to assess their mental health and quality of life, followed by statistical analysis to determine the relationships between these factors.
- - Results indicate that mood, physical activity, body image perception, and social relations significantly correlate with mental health outcomes, highlighting the need for an integrated approach to support students' well-being.
Unlabelled: The aim of our research is to introduce Kin Ball for the first time in Romania and assess its impact on the motor capacities of practitioners, particularly focusing on its potential contribution to developing motor skills in young students within the academic sphere, despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Design: A retrospective, case-control study with a focus on four distinct research groups.
Setting: The research was conducted in a camp setting, situated in the mountainous region of Bughea de Sus, Romania.