Review
Sport Sciences
Rebecca K. Randell, Thomas Clifford, Barry Drust, Samantha L. Moss, Viswanath B. Unnithan, Mark B. A. De Ste Croix, Naomi Datson, Daniel Martin, Hannah Mayho, James M. Carter, Ian Rollo
Summary: The past decade has seen significant growth in female soccer, but there are still many research gaps in talent identification, physical demands, injury risk, and nutrition. Future studies need to focus more on the characteristics and needs of female soccer players, particularly in nutrition, injury prevention, and physical training.
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Ghaith Aloui, Hermassi Souhail, Lawrence D. Hayes, El Ghali Bouhafs, Mohamed Souhaiel Chelly, Rene Schwesig
Summary: Adding 8 weeks of biweekly plyometric and short sprints training into standard training in elite youth soccer players significantly improves athletic performance, indicating its recommendation as part of the annual training program for male elite under-19 soccer players.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Sport Sciences
Ezequiel Rey, Pablo B. Costa, Francisco J. Corredoira, Alex Sal de Rellan Guerra
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the effects of age on physical match performance in professional soccer players. The results showed that players aged 30 and 35 and above exhibit significant decreases in various physical performance aspects compared to younger players. The findings can help coaches and managers understand the effects of age on match-related physical performance and make informed decisions in professional soccer clubs.
JOURNAL OF STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Physiology
Alberto Roso-Moliner, Elena Mainer-Pardos, Antonio Carton-Llorente, Hadi Nobari, Svein Arne Pettersen, Demetrio Lozano
Summary: This research studied the effects of a 10-week neuromuscular training program on physical performance and asymmetries in female football players. The results showed that the training program significantly improved maximal linear velocity and change of direction skills, as well as ankle dorsiflexion and jumping skills to a lesser extent. Additionally, the program reduced asymmetries between limbs. It is concluded that incorporating strength, power, and dynamic balance exercises based on a neuromuscular paradigm can effectively improve football-specific performance in high-level female football players.
FRONTIERS IN PHYSIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Sport Sciences
Alexis Padron-Cabo, Miguel Lorenzo-Martinez, Alexandra Perez-Ferreiros, Pablo B. Costa, Ezequiel Rey
Summary: The study found that plyometric training with an agility ladder did not have a significant effect on improving physical fitness in youth soccer players, indicating that it may not be practical for training youth soccer players.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Athos Trecroci, Luca Cavaggioni, Alessio Rossi, Andrea Moriondo, Giampiero Merati, Hadi Nobari, Luca Paolo Ardigo, Damiano Formenti
Summary: The aim of this study was to compare the effects of a short-term non-soccer-specific training and soccer-specific training on cognitive and physical performance in preadolescent soccer players. The results showed that both the non-soccer-specific training and soccer-specific training led to improvements in cognitive and physical performance. This suggests that non-sport-specific activities targeting speed, agility and quickness combined with cognitive engagement should be included in soccer training programs to promote both physical and cognitive development in preadolescent individuals.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Pierre-Hugues Igonin, Isabelle Rogowski, Nathalie Boisseau, Cyril Martin
Summary: This study evaluated the influence of menstrual cycle phases on movement patterns of sub-elite women soccer players during matches. The results showed that players covered shorter distances at moderate and high velocity during the early follicular phase compared to the late follicular and mid-luteal phases, without any modulation of this effect by playing time.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Physiology
Jordan Hernandez-Martinez, Rodrigo Ramirez-Campillo, Tiago Vera-Assaoka, Maria Castillo-Cerda, Bastian Carter-Truillier, Tomas Herrera-Valenzuela, Antonio Lopez-Fuenzalida, Hadi Nobari, Pablo Valdes-Badilla
Summary: This study compares the effects of standard warm-up versus warm-up using stretching exercises on the physical performance of male youth soccer players. The results show that stretching-based warm-up has no effect on jump height, sprint speed, and ball kicking speed of male youth soccer players compared to standard warm-up.
FRONTIERS IN PHYSIOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Felipe Dambroz, Filipe Manuel Clemente, Israel Teoldo
Summary: This study conducted a systematic review to analyze the impact of physical fatigue on the performance of soccer players. The results showed inconclusive effects on cognitive performance, negative effects on technical and physical performance, and a lack of information on tactical performance in the current literature.
Article
Sport Sciences
Senda Sammoud, Raja Bouguezzi, Rodrigo Ramirez-Campillo, Yassine Negra, Olaf Prieske, Jason Moran, Helmi Chaabene
Summary: The study found that both power training and plyometric-jump training have significant positive effects on physical fitness in prepubertal male soccer players. Power training may have an advantage over plyometric-jump training in improving acceleration and muscle strength.
JOURNAL OF SPORTS SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Sport Sciences
Natalie Brown, Camilla J. Knight, Laura J. Forrest (nee Whyte)
Summary: The study explores elite female athletes' experiences of their menstrual cycle and the impact on their training and competition performance. It found that athletes often choose to actively control their menstrual cycle to minimize its effect on competition. While athletes are open to discussing the menstrual cycle with other females, there is varying comfort levels when talking to male coaches.
SCANDINAVIAN JOURNAL OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE IN SPORTS
(2021)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Marcos Roberto Queiroga, Danilo Fernandes da Silva, Sandra Aires Ferreira, Vinicius Muller Reis Weber, Daniel Zanardini Fernandes, Timothy Gustavo Cavazzotto, Bruno Sergio Portela, Marcus Peikriszwili Tartaruga, Matheus Amarante Nascimento, Edgar Ramos Vieira
Summary: The study revealed that Brazilian elite futsal players generally had a normal age at menarche, regular menstrual cycles, and perceived their best performance during the follicular phase of the menstrual cycle.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Ki-Woong Noh, Jung-Hwan Oh, Sok Park
Summary: This study compares the effects of carbohydrate-electrolyte intake before and during exercise on metabolism and performance in soccer players. The results show that the intake of carbohydrate-electrolytes improves the performance of soccer players, and the optimal timing of intake may vary.
Review
Physiology
Nuannuan Deng, Kim Geok Soh, Borhannudin Abdullah, Dandan Huang, He Sun, Wensheng Xiao
Summary: This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to determine the effects of physical training on performance outcomes in female tennis players. The review found that existing training programs yield some favorable outcomes for female tennis players. However, further research with high methodological quality is warranted on the tailoring of specific training programs for female tennis players, and there should be more consistent measuring and reporting of data to facilitate meaningful data pooling for future meta-analyses.
FRONTIERS IN PHYSIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Alfredo Irurtia, Victor M. Torres-Mestre, Alex Cebrian-Ponce, Marta Carrasco-Marginet, Albert Altarriba-Bartes, Marc Vives-Uson, Francesc Cos, Jorge Castizo-Olier
Summary: This retrospective study indicates that Chinese players classified as talented have better motor performance, but these differences are not related to competitive performance.
Article
Sport Sciences
Joshua E. Neuloh, Andreas Venhorst, Sabrina Forster, Alexis R. Mauger, Tim Meyer
Summary: This study analyzed the association of seasonal best time, distance, and different performance levels with end-spurt behavior in long-distance pool swimming. The results showed that a better seasonal best time, longer race distance, and higher performance level were associated with a more pronounced end-spurt.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF SPORT SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Sport Sciences
Anne Hecksteden, Georges Pierre Schmartz, Yanni Egyptien, Karen Aus der Fuenten, Andreas Keller, Tim Meyer
Summary: This study aimed to forecast non-contact time-loss injuries in professional male football using machine learning techniques. The results showed promising performance of the gradient boosted model in predicting injuries, with potential for generalizability to new cases. However, the relatively low number of events highlights the need for external validation and model development.
SCIENCE AND MEDICINE IN FOOTBALL
(2023)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Philipp Bohm, Tim Meyer, Kumar Narayanan, Matthias Schindler, Orianne Weizman, Frankie Beganton, Christian Schmied, Wulfran Bougouin, Sergio Barra, Florence Dumas, Olivier Varenne, Alain Cariou, Nicole Karam, Xavier Jouven, Eloi Marijon
Summary: Data on sports-related sudden cardiac arrest (SrSCA) among young adults are limited. This study aimed to determine the overall incidence, characteristics, and outcomes of SrSCA in young adults. Among the cases identified, most occurred in recreational male sports participants and the use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) by bystanders was disappointingly low. However, survival rates were significantly higher among those who received bystander cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and early AED use. Coronary artery disease was found to be the most prevalent cause of SrSCA in young adults.
Article
Sport Sciences
Sabrina Skorski, Werner Pitsch, Vanessa Barth, Max Walter, Mark Pfeiffer, Alexander Ferrauti, Michael Kellmann, Anne Hecksteden, Tim Meyer
Summary: This study evaluated the applicability and benefits of an individualisation algorithm for assessing muscle recovery in professional German soccer players and found that it offers higher diagnostic accuracy compared to population-based and group-based approaches.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF SPORT SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Sport Sciences
Jan Schimpchen, Paulo Freitas Correia, Tim Meyer
Summary: This systematic review summarizes research on submaximal protocols for monitoring changes in cardiocirculatory fitness in running-based sports. Most studies found associations between submaximal running speeds and changes in aerobic fitness, although some did not establish a relationship. The intensity of the submaximal protocols appears to be relevant, and post-exercise heart rate variability is more strongly associated with changes in aerobic fitness when the test intensity is lower. Research on post-exercise heart rate recovery has inconclusive results, while the rate of heart rate increase may be a promising metric for athlete monitoring.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Physiology
Ludwig Ruf, Stefan Altmann, Sascha Haertel, Sabrina Skorski, Barry Drust, Tim Meyer
Summary: The purpose of this study was to examine the responsiveness of commonly used measurement instruments to a short training camp in high-level youth soccer players. The results showed that the SRSS and submaximal runs can be used to monitor acute psychophysiological responses to load, while the CMJ may provide little insight during periods of intensified training load.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SPORTS PHYSIOLOGY AND PERFORMANCE
(2023)
Editorial Material
Sport Sciences
Tim Meyer
JOURNAL OF SCIENCE AND MEDICINE IN SPORT
(2023)
Review
Sport Sciences
Richard Michael Page, Adam Field, Ben Langley, Liam David Harper, Ross Julian
Summary: This systematic review aims to assess the effects of fixture congestion on injuries during professional soccer.
Editorial Material
Sport Sciences
Tim Meyer
JOURNAL OF SCIENCE AND MEDICINE IN SPORT
(2023)
Editorial Material
Sport Sciences
Tim Meyer, Ollie Jay, Teatske Altenburg, Fiona Wilson, Jason Siegler, Toomas Timpka
JOURNAL OF SCIENCE AND MEDICINE IN SPORT
(2023)
Editorial Material
Sport Sciences
Tim Meyer, Jessica Orchard
JOURNAL OF SCIENCE AND MEDICINE IN SPORT
(2023)
Review
Sport Sciences
Rilind Obertinca, Ilir Hoxha, Rina Meha, Arber Lama, Altina Bimbashi, Dorentina Kuqi, Bujar Shabani, Tim Meyer, Karen Aus der Fuenten
Summary: This systematic review and meta-analysis examines the efficacy of multi-component exercise-based injury prevention programs for football players of all ages. The results show uncertain and inconclusive treatment effects, with the majority of evidence being of low quality. More high-quality trials are needed to provide reliable evidence.
Review
Sport Sciences
Kerry Peek, Rob Duffield, Ross Cairns, Mark Jones, Tim Meyer, Alan McCall, Vincent Oxenham
Summary: Given the concern about the impact of heading on brain health, it is justified to develop guidelines that reduce the burden of heading in young and beginner players. This review explores evidence-based strategies for future heading guidelines, including game and team development, player skill development, and equipment. Possible strategies include using small-sided games, implementing technical proficiency coach frameworks, and incorporating neck exercises into injury reduction programs.
Article
Sport Sciences
Fabian Loch, Alexander Ferrauti, Tim Meyer, Mark Pfeiffer, Michael Kellmann
Summary: The study aimed to assess the perception and change of mental and physical fatigue in air rifle athletes during consecutive competition days and examine the acute effects of mental recovery strategies. The results showed an increase in mental and physical fatigue during the competition, but the use of mental recovery strategies did not have a significant impact on performance and psychological measures. Further research on the effectiveness of mental recovery strategies in real-world settings is needed.
FRONTIERS IN SPORTS AND ACTIVE LIVING
(2023)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Mille Greve Hansen, Andrew George Ross, Tim Meyer, Christian Knold, Ian Meyers, Kerry Peek
Summary: This descriptive epidemiological study aimed to quantify the incidence, characteristics, and costs of head, neck, and dental injuries in non-professional football players. The study found that dental injuries accounted for the highest number of primary and secondary injuries and the highest mean direct cost per injury. Given the frequency and cost of dental injuries, further investigation and injury prevention initiatives are warranted.
DENTAL TRAUMATOLOGY
(2023)