Biomechanics and Sports Performances
A special issue of Sports (ISSN 2075-4663).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (25 July 2024) | Viewed by 23142
Special Issue Editors
Interests: physical activity; exercise; gait analysis; dynamic postural; fitness; balance; posture; biomechanics; human movement
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Interests: health professions; sport; exercise training; quality of life; health promotion; public health; aging
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Postural control is a topic of growing interest in the scientific field. Many factors contribute to good postural control, and the various receptors of the nervous system have a significant influence on the postural control system. Biomechanics is the study of body systems using the methods of mechanics. Human biomechanics emphasizes how forces act on the musculoskeletal system and how the body reacts to these forces. Both coaches and athletes will have a clear advantage if they can clarify how the forces acting on the muscles influence movements and performances. Improving technique with the help of biomechanics can ultimately be a useful tool in optimizing performance, preventing injuries, and heightening the general well-being of athletes. Interestingly, some studies have suggested that only specific exercise trainings can stimulate the postural system. Therefore, this Special Issue seeks original research articles and reviews on any subject related to specific exercise trainings for aiding balance and posture in athletes in order to summarize the most important biomechanics parameters influencing human performance. However, of particular interest will be articles that examine how to use new technologies to evaluate the deficits and improvements obtained post-training regarding biomechanics. All manuscripts will be peer-reviewed by experts in the field and will be held to the highest level of academic and scientific integrity. We look forward to receiving your contributions.
Dr. Antonino Patti
Dr. Valerio Giustino
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- biomechanics
- sports
- posture
- physical activity
- gait analysis
- performances
- dynamic postural
- fitness
- balance
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