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Biomechanical Analysis in Physical Activity and Sports—3rd Edition
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Biomechanical Analysis in Physical Activity and Sports—3rd Edition

A special issue of Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology (ISSN 2411-5142). This special issue belongs to the section "Kinesiology and Biomechanics".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 28 February 2027 | Viewed by 1798

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Dr. Pedro Forte

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Department of Sports, Higher Institute of Educational Sciences of the Douro, 4560-708 Penafiel, Portugal
Interests: biomechanics; physiology; exercise; wellbeing
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Dear Colleagues,

The Special Issue of the Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology delves into the intricate relationship between biomechanics and athletic performance. This Special Issue will explore the application of advanced biomechanical analysis techniques in understanding and enhancing physical activity and sports performance. The articles within this Special Issue will address a broad spectrum of topics, ranging from the biomechanics of specific sports movements to the development of novel materials that could enhance athletic gear and equipment.

We invite researchers and practitioners in the field of biomechanics to contribute their expertise to this Special Issue and provide insights into how biomechanical principles can be utilized to optimize training protocols, prevent injuries and maximize athletic potential. Furthermore, this Special Issue will showcase interdisciplinary approaches, highlighting collaborations between biomechanists, engineers, physiologists and sports scientists in order to tackle complex challenges in the realm of physical activity and sports.

Overall, this Special Issue will serve as a comprehensive resource for academics, coaches, athletes and sports enthusiasts who are interested in the intersection between biomechanics and sports performance, providing valuable insights and practical applications that ultimately enhance athletic endeavors.

Dr. Pedro Forte
Guest Editor

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Keywords

  • biomechanics
  • sports performance
  • physical activity
  • athletic training
  • movement analysis
  • functional materials
  • kinesiology

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Associations of BIA-Estimated Body Composition, Handgrip Strength, and Event-Defined Postural Control with Short-Range Police Precision-Shooting Accuracy: A Cross-Sectional Study
by Ana Campião, Pedro Aleixo, André Oliveira Massuça, João M. S. C. Abrantes and Luís Miguel Massuça
J. Funct. Morphol. Kinesiol. 2026, 11(3), 272; https://doi.org/10.3390/jfmk11030272 - 15 Jul 2026
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Objectives: This cross-sectional study examined associations between field bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA)-estimated body composition, handgrip strength, event-defined centre-of-pressure (CoP) variables, and short-range police precision-shooting accuracy. Methods: Fifty-seven Police Officer Training Course cadets completed body-composition assessment, handgrip testing, and five-shot Glock 19 pistol [...] Read more.
Objectives: This cross-sectional study examined associations between field bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA)-estimated body composition, handgrip strength, event-defined centre-of-pressure (CoP) variables, and short-range police precision-shooting accuracy. Methods: Fifty-seven Police Officer Training Course cadets completed body-composition assessment, handgrip testing, and five-shot Glock 19 pistol tasks at 5 and 7 m. CoP variables were extracted during an event-defined aiming phase and a fixed 1 s post-discharge phase. Results: Shooting accuracy was higher at 5 m than at 7 m (p < 0.001). Higher BIA-estimated fat mass percentage was associated with lower shooting accuracy at both distances (p < 0.050), whereas handgrip strength was not associated with accuracy. Compared with the aiming phase, the post-discharge phase was characterized by greater CoP velocity-related measures and lower CoP amplitude and displacement (p < 0.010); these phase comparisons should be interpreted with caution because of differences in phase duration. Associations between CoP variables and shooting accuracy were generally weak. Sex-adjusted exploratory fixed-entry regression models showed modest explanatory capacity after internal validation (5 m: adjusted R2 = 0.281, LOOCV_R2 = 0.240; 7 m: adjusted R2 = 0.193, LOOCV_R2 = 0.131). BIA-estimated fat mass percentage and AP peak velocity during aiming were retained across distances, but these model-based findings should be interpreted as exploratory candidate associations rather than stable predictors. Conclusions: These findings suggest that field BIA-estimated body composition and task-specific postural regulation may be related to police precision-shooting accuracy but should be interpreted as correlates rather than determinants of performance. Full article
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Treadmill Exercise Enhances the Effects of Zoledronate on Bone Microarchitecture and Mechanical Strength in Ovariectomized Rat Model of Osteoporosis
by Yuta Tsubouchi, Takashi Kataoka, Ryota Takase, Takefumi Otsu, Ryoji Hamanaka, Masashi Kataoka and Nobuhiro Kaku
J. Funct. Morphol. Kinesiol. 2026, 11(2), 159; https://doi.org/10.3390/jfmk11020159 - 18 Apr 2026
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Background: The combination of pharmacological therapy and exercise is frequently recommended for osteoporosis management; however, whether antiresorptive agents may interfere with exercise-induced bone adaptation remains unclear. This study aimed to investigate the independent and combined effects of zoledronate and treadmill exercise on bone [...] Read more.
Background: The combination of pharmacological therapy and exercise is frequently recommended for osteoporosis management; however, whether antiresorptive agents may interfere with exercise-induced bone adaptation remains unclear. This study aimed to investigate the independent and combined effects of zoledronate and treadmill exercise on bone microarchitecture and mechanical strength in an ovariectomized rat model. Methods: Twenty-four female Sprague Dawley rats underwent ovariectomy and were assigned to four groups: Control, zoledronate (ZA), treadmill exercise (T), and combined zoledronate and exercise (ZA + T). An additional sham-operated group was included. Zoledronate was administered as a single subcutaneous injection, and a 6-week treadmill exercise routine was implemented. Bone microarchitecture was assessed using micro-computed tomography, and a three-point bending test was employed for evaluation of mechanical properties. Results: The combined ZA + T group demonstrated significant improvements in trabecular bone parameters, including bone volume/tissue volume and trabecular number, compared with the Control group. Mechanical strength parameters, including maximum load and stiffness, were also significantly enhanced in the ZA + T group. Cortical bone parameters exhibited no significant changes. Conclusions: Treadmill exercise did not attenuate the effects of zoledronate, and may offer additive benefits in enhancing trabecular bone microarchitecture and mechanical strength. These findings suggest that exercise therapy can complement bisphosphonate treatment and contribute to optimizing therapeutic strategies for osteoporosis, supporting the potential utility of combined pharmacological and exercise-based interventions for improving bone health. Full article
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