Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology, Volume 9, Issue 4

Objective: This study investigates the relationship between lower limb strength and postural stability in single-leg stance using the Balance Master system. Methods: The research involved 64 participants divided into sedentary and physically active g...

Background: The proper development of balance is essential in the acquisition of a correct physical condition, as well as in the evolutionary follow-up at early ages, and its periodic evaluation is very relevant in the educational environment. Object...

Background: Hamstring muscle injuries are common in basketball and result in long periods of inactivity. To reduce their incidence, preventive protocols, including proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) stretches, have been proposed. The aim...

Background: The aim of this study is to investigate the effects of a school-based high-intensity interval training (HIIT) program on quality of life and physical fitness in adolescents. Methods: The study included 60 male adolescents (16.2 ± 0...

Background/Objectives: This study examined the influence of competition level and player position on shooting accuracy and kinematic parameters in U18 male basketball players, focusing on two-point jump shots and free throws. Methods: Thirty-eight hi...

Background and Objectives: Collision-sport athletes, such as rugby players, are at risk of sport-related concussion (SRC). Women are known to be at higher risk of SRC and may experience more severe and chronic symptomology than men. Knowledge of the...

Background/Objectives: The active straight leg raise requires intricate coordination between the hip, knee, pelvis, and spine. Despite its complexity, limited research has explored the relationship between lower limb raising velocity and trunk muscle...

Background: The Apple Watch provides promising health data that could aid in increasing exercise adherence; regular exercise can help individuals manage and prevent diseases such as obesity and cardiovascular disease. However, the impact of skin pigm...

Background: Grip strength is widely used as a surrogate parameter for functional status. The current gold standard, the JAMAR® Hydraulic Dynamometer (JAMAR® Hydraulic), presents challenges for individuals with painful finger joints or low gri...

Background: Assessments of muscle strength help prescribe and monitor training loads in cyclists (e.g., triathletes). Some methods include repetition maximum, joint isokinetic tests, and indirect estimates. However, their specificity for cycling&rsqu...