Monitoring Hematological and Biochemical Markers in Exercise Programs: From Health Optimization to Performance Enhancement
Special Issue Editors
Interests: exercise science; sports science; exercise performance; strength and conditioning; exercise testing, exercise intervention; physical education; football; motor skills; volleyball; psycophysiology
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Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue aims to gather contributions that explore the role of hematological and biochemical markers in the assessment, monitoring, and optimization of physical exercise programs. Scientific evidence has shown that regular physical activity induces measurable changes in parameters such as red and white blood cell profiles, iron metabolism, and markers of oxidative stress, inflammation, hormonal balance, and metabolic health. Understanding these changes is fundamental for tailoring exercise interventions, preventing overtraining and injury, and promoting long-term health outcomes.
We welcome original research articles, systematic reviews, and short communications addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:
- Hematological responses to different types and intensities of training;
- Monitoring fatigue, recovery, and overtraining through biochemical markers;
- The role of inflammatory and oxidative stress markers in exercise adaptation;
- Endocrine responses and hormonal balance in athletic and clinical populations;
- Individualized exercise prescription based on laboratory monitoring;
- The role of biochemical monitoring in elderly, obese, or chronically ill individuals.
Dr. Ricardo Manuel Pires Ferraz
Dr. Sílvia Raquel Monteiro Martins
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- hematological and biochemical markers
- performance enhancement
- exercise programs
- red and white blood cell profiles
- iron metabolism
- oxidative stress
- inflammation
- hormonal balance
- metabolic health
- endocrine responses
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