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Biomechanical Analysis for Sport Performance

A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Applied Biosciences and Bioengineering".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 June 2026 | Viewed by 2567

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Jesús Juan Ruiz Navarro

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Aquatics Lab, Department of Physical Education and Sports, Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Granada, 18071 Granada, Spain
Interests: sports science; swimming biomechanics
Dr. Catarina Costa Santos

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1. Higher Education School, Polytechnic of Porto, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal
2. Higher Education School, Polytechnic of Coimbra, 3045-093 Coimbra, Portugal
Interests: biomechanics; swimming; water fitness; performance; monitoring
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Dr. Carla B. McCabe

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School of Sport and Exercise Science, Ulster University, Belfast BT15 1ED, UK
Interests: human movement performance; swimming
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Biomechanics plays a pivotal role in sports science, offering essential insights into movement efficiency, injury prevention, and performance enhancement. Through biomechanical analysis, we can develop evidence-based strategies to optimize athletic performance across all levels of sport. This Special Issue aims to highlight innovative research in the field of biomechanical analysis in sports performance.

Our goal is to provide athletes and coaches with a deeper understanding of the biomechanical factors that influence performance while fostering the development of innovative assessment methodologies. We invite submissions focused on biomechanics as the primary area of investigation, including (but not limited to) technical assessment, competition analysis, injury prevention, and long-term athlete development. Studies may also incorporate complementary domains such as physiology or anthropometry, provided biomechanics remains the central theme.

We welcome a wide range of methodologies, including randomized controlled trials, cohort studies, case reports, integrated approaches, longitudinal studies, and systematic reviews. Contributions from all sports and populations, from the youth-level to the elite-level, are encouraged. Advancing biomechanical analysis is key to unlocking new performance potential. We look forward to receiving your contributions and collaborating to expand the frontiers of sports science.

Dr. Jesús Juan Ruiz Navarro
Dr. Catarina Costa Santos
Dr. Carla B. McCabe
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • biomechanics
  • sports science
  • movement efficiency
  • injury prevention
  • performance enhancement
  • biomechanical analysis
  • athletic performance
  • evidence-based strategies
  • technical assessment
  • competition analysis
  • long-term athlete development
  • anthropometry
  • elite athletes
  • youth sports
  • sports performance optimization

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Changes in Intra-Set Biomechanics During a 3RM Deadlift in Strength-Trained Women: A Biomechanical Analysis
by Andreas H. Gundersen, Roland van den Tillaar, Hallvard N. Falch and Stian Larsen
Appl. Sci. 2025, 15(22), 12116; https://doi.org/10.3390/app152212116 - 14 Nov 2025
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The conventional deadlift is frequently performed in multiple-repetition sets at loads exceeding 80% of one-repetition maximum (RM) to increase maximal strength in the posterior chain. Fatigue-induced intra-set movement alterations have been observed in various exercises and loading ranges, but whether they occur under [...] Read more.
The conventional deadlift is frequently performed in multiple-repetition sets at loads exceeding 80% of one-repetition maximum (RM) to increase maximal strength in the posterior chain. Fatigue-induced intra-set movement alterations have been observed in various exercises and loading ranges, but whether they occur under strength-specific deadlift conditions remains poorly understood. This study compared the intra-set development of spinal and lower extremity kinematics, net joint moments (NJMs) of the lower extremities, and surface electromyography (sEMG) amplitudes during a 3RM deadlift using statistical parametric mapping. Ten strength-trained women (body mass: 69.2 ± 8.1 kg, height: 166.3 ± 3.1 cm, age: 23.2 ± 3.7 years) lifted 100.6 ± 18.1 kg for a set of 3RM deadlifts. Across repetitions, spinal flexion and hip extension angles increased, while barbell velocity and peak angular hip extension velocity decreased. In contrast, hip NJMs and sEMG amplitudes showed minimal or no significant differences between repetitions. These findings suggest that as fatigue accumulates during a 3RM set, lifting capacity is maintained primarily through kinematic adjustments rather than increased hip extensor contribution. Full article
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Changes in Biomechanical Profile of an Artistic Swimming Duet over a Training Macrocycle: A Case Study
by Mário J. Costa, Sílvia Pinto and Catarina C. Santos
Appl. Sci. 2025, 15(19), 10346; https://doi.org/10.3390/app151910346 - 24 Sep 2025
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This study aimed to monitor the biomechanical development of an artistic swimming duet across a macrocycle through an individualised training approach. Two swimmers (17.5 ± 0.5 years), members of the Los Angeles 2028 National Olympic Project, were assessed in December 2023 (M1) and [...] Read more.
This study aimed to monitor the biomechanical development of an artistic swimming duet across a macrocycle through an individualised training approach. Two swimmers (17.5 ± 0.5 years), members of the Los Angeles 2028 National Olympic Project, were assessed in December 2023 (M1) and April 2024 (M2), corresponding to the beginning and the end of the macrocycle. Maximal (Fmax) and mean (Fmean) force in the prone sculling and kick pull action were measured using a 20 s tethered test. Split velocity (vSplit) was assessed in free format based on video recording. Dry-land strength included assessments of internal (IR) and external (ER) shoulder rotation strength of the dominant (D) and non-dominant (ND) limbs, and countermovement jump (CMJ) power. The standard duet choreography was analysed in competition at both time points. Percentage variation (∆%) between swimmers was calculated for M1 vs. M2. Results showed convergence (M1 vs. M2) in Fmean of the sculling (21.6% vs. 9.9%) and kick pull (45.1% vs. 29.1%), accompanied by greater similarity in vSplit (15.9% vs. 15.5%). Further convergence was observed in IRND (33.7% vs. 13.9%), ERD (11.6% vs. 4.4%) and CMJ (7.4% vs. 3.6%). The duet’s competition score increased from 168.9943 to 190.7183 points. It can be concluded that individualised training was useful for the duet to become more homogeneous in in-water strength, in-water kinematics and dryland strength, resulting in improved competitive performance. Full article
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