Sport Sciences

Article Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism

Investigating the day-level associations between affective variability and physical activity using ecological momentary assessment

Bridgette Do, Donald Hedeker, Wei-Lin Wang, Tyler B. Mason, Britni R. Belcher, Kimberly A. Miller, Alexander J. Rothman, Stephen S. Intille, Genevieve F. Dunton

Summary: There is an association between affective variability and daily physical activity levels, with individuals experiencing greater fluctuations in affect engaging in more physical activity on the same day.

PSYCHOLOGY OF SPORT AND EXERCISE (2024)

Article Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism

Aerobic fitness and academic achievement: Disentangling the indirect role of executive functions and intelligence

Marc Yanguez, Lauren Raine, Julien Chanal, Daphne Bavelier, Charles H. Hillman

Summary: Research suggests that there are individual differences in academic achievement among children based on their aerobic fitness. This study examines the indirect effects of executive functions and intelligence in the relationship between aerobic fitness and academic achievement, providing new insights into the cognitive mechanisms underlying this relationship.

PSYCHOLOGY OF SPORT AND EXERCISE (2024)

Article Sport Sciences

Substance Misuse in Elite Athletes: Early Detection, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment

David R. McDuff, Michelle Garvin, Joy Chang, Donald Thompson

CLINICS IN SPORTS MEDICINE (2024)

Article Sport Sciences

Media's Effect on Athletes' Mental Health

Tammy Ng, Howard Sanders, Sarah Merrill, Marcia Faustin

CLINICS IN SPORTS MEDICINE (2024)

Article Sport Sciences

The relationship between physical literacy and quality of life among university students: The role of motivation as a mediator

Fong-Jia Wang, Siu Ming Choi, Yu-Cheng Lu

Summary: This study empirically investigated the relationship between physical literacy, motivation, satisfaction, and quality of life among university students in Taiwan. Results showed that motivation mediated the relationship between physical literacy and physical education satisfaction, while satisfaction further mediated the relationship between physical literacy and quality of life. Ongoing physical education was suggested to nurture the habit of lifelong participation in physical activity, enhancing quality of life.

JOURNAL OF EXERCISE SCIENCE & FITNESS (2024)

Article Nutrition & Dietetics

The effect of a short-term ketogenic diet on exercise efficiency during graded exercise in healthy adults

Wonhee Cho, Hwaebong Jung, Sunghyun Hong, Hyuk In Yang, Dong-Hyuk Park, Sang-Hoon Suh, Dong Hoon Lee, Yong-Sahm Choe, Joon Young Kim, Wooyoung Lee, Justin Y. Jeon

Summary: This study found that short-term ketogenic diet may enhance fat metabolism but could lead to decreased exercise efficiency and increased exercise stress.

JOURNAL OF THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF SPORTS NUTRITION (2023)

Article Nutrition & Dietetics

Effects of 16 weeks of two different high-protein diets with either resistance or concurrent training on body composition, muscular strength and performance, and markers of liver and kidney function in resistance-trained males

Reza Bagheri, Mehdi Kargarfard, Ramin Sadeghi, David Scott, Donny M. Camera

Summary: This study compared the effects of resistance training (RT) and concurrent training (CT) with different protein intakes on muscle hypertrophy, strength, and performance. The results showed that a daily protein intake of 1.6g/kg is sufficient to maximize gains in lean mass, muscle strength, performance, and aerobic capacity during both RT and CT without significant effects on kidney and liver function.

JOURNAL OF THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF SPORTS NUTRITION (2023)

Article Nutrition & Dietetics

Supplementation with food-derived oligopeptides promotes lipid metabolism in young male cyclists: a randomized controlled crossover trial

Aina Jin, Zhaobo Kan, Qiushi Tan, Jing Shao, Qi Han, Yashan Chang, Nan An, Muqing Yi

Summary: The study found that continuous ingestion of food-derived oligopeptides accelerated total body triglyceride breakdown, non-esterified fatty acid uptake, and fat oxidation during both sedentary and exercise states. Elevated circulating and intracellular free amino acid flux may modulate the selection of substrates for metabolic pathways in conjunction with the release of neuroendocrinological factors that slow down carbohydrate metabolism via acetyl coenzyme A feedback inhibition. This may increase the availability of fatty acids for energy production, with free amino acids supplying more substrates for the tricarboxylic acid cycle. The findings of this study provide novel insight into strategies for promoting lipid metabolism in populations with dyslipidemia-related metabolic disorders such as obesity and for improving physiological functioning during endurance training.

JOURNAL OF THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF SPORTS NUTRITION (2023)

Article Nutrition & Dietetics

Effects of fucoidan supplementation on inflammatory and immune response after high-intensity exercise

Bridget A. McFadden, Caroline S. Vincenty, Alexa J. Chandler, Harry P. Cintineo, Blaine S. Lints, Gianna F. Mastrofini, Shawn M. Arent

Summary: High-intensity exercise can cause inflammation and affect the immune response. Fucoidans, a type of sulfated polysaccharide, may have anti-inflammatory and pro-immune effects. This study investigated the safety and efficacy of fucoidans on markers of inflammation and immunity after high-intensity exercise. The results showed that fucoidan supplementation had some effects on inflammatory cytokines, but did not influence exercise performance.

JOURNAL OF THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF SPORTS NUTRITION (2023)

Article Nutrition & Dietetics

Carbohydrate-Protein drink is effective for restoring endurance capacity in masters class athletes after a two-Hour recovery

Erica R. Goldstein, Jeffrey R. Stout, Adam J. Wells, Jose Antonio, Ecaterina Vasenina, David H. Fukuda

Summary: Both carbohydrate and carbohydrate-protein co-ingestion improved endurance performance with limited recovery time, while water and electrolyte intake was not effective in restoring endurance capacity.

JOURNAL OF THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF SPORTS NUTRITION (2023)

Article Nutrition & Dietetics

Early absorption sources of caffeine can be a useful strategy for improving female table tennis players-specific performance

Sepideh Pirmohammadi, Mohammad Hemmatinafar, Javad Nemati, Babak Imanian, Mohammad Hassan Abdollahi

Summary: This study found that early absorption sources containing caffeine, such as chewing caffeinated gum and coffee mouth rinsing, have a positive effect on the performance of female table tennis players, particularly in functional and cognitive tests. However, the effect on skill tests was not significant.

JOURNAL OF THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF SPORTS NUTRITION (2023)

Article Nutrition & Dietetics

Weight cutting in female UFC fighters

Cassandra Evans, Charles Stull, Gabriel Sanders, Anthony Ricci, Duncan French, Jose Antonio, Corey A. Peacock

Summary: This study aimed to investigate the weight loss practices in female fighters. The results showed that female fighters, regardless of weight divisions, lost an average of 4.5-6.6% of their weight before the official weigh-in.

JOURNAL OF THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF SPORTS NUTRITION (2023)

Review Nutrition & Dietetics

Effects of dietary supplements on athletic performance in elite soccer players: a systematic review

Rodrigo Abreu, Catarina B. Oliveira, Julio A. Costa, Joao Brito, Vitor H. Teixeira

Summary: The present study aimed to evaluate the effects of dietary supplements on athletic performance in elite soccer players. Caffeine supplementation may improve jump height and sprint ability, particularly in female players. Creatine supplementation may enhance sprint, agility, and jump performance in female players. Protein supplementation can improve sprint and jump performance between matches. Beverages with carbohydrates and electrolytes can be used as part of carbohydrate intake strategies but do not have a direct impact on athletic performance. Tart cherry juice may help maintain athletic performance after matches that cause force loss and muscle damage. Nitrate-rich beetroot concentrate can attenuate performance decrease after matches. Further investigation is needed for sodium bicarbonate supplementation. Yohimbine supplementation and the use of Resurgex Plus & REG; do not improve athletic performance in elite soccer players. More research with elite soccer players is necessary to provide better support and advice on the use of dietary supplements for performance enhancement.

JOURNAL OF THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF SPORTS NUTRITION (2023)

Article Nutrition & Dietetics

International society of sports nutrition position stand: coffee and sports performance

Lonnie M. Lowery, Dawn E. Anderson, Kelsey F. Scanlon, Abigail Stack, Guillermo Escalante, Sara C. Campbell, Chad M. Kerksick, Michael T. Nelson, Tim N. Ziegenfuss, Trisha A. VanDusseldorp, Douglas S. Kalman, Bill I. Campbell, Richard B. Kreider, Jose Antonio

Summary: Based on literature review and analysis, this study concludes that coffee is a complex mixture of compounds with varying effects on physical and cognitive performance. The physiological effects of coffee depend on factors such as dose, timing, habituation, nutrigenetics, gut microbiota differences, sex, and training status. Coffee and its components have been shown to improve performance in various activities, but more research is needed. The optimal dosing of coffee is approximately 2-4 cups, providing a caffeine equivalent of 3-6 mg/kg, 60 minutes prior to exercise.

JOURNAL OF THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF SPORTS NUTRITION (2023)

Article Nutrition & Dietetics

Effects of maslinic acid supplementation on exercise-induced inflammation and oxidative stress in water polo athletes: A randomized, double-blind, crossover, and placebo-controlled trial

Takanaga Shirai, Kanae Myoenzono, Eiskue Kawai, Yuki Yamauchi, Keito Suzuki, Seiji Maeda, Hideki Takagi, Tohru Takemasa

Summary: This study examined the effects of maslinic acid (MA) supplementation on perceptual fatigue and muscle soreness in water polo athletes. The results showed that MA supplementation significantly reduced perceptual fatigue and muscle soreness during training by decreasing inflammatory factors. Additionally, MA was found to decrease inflammation and oxidative stress in both blood and skeletal muscle.

JOURNAL OF THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF SPORTS NUTRITION (2023)

Article Nutrition & Dietetics

The effect of pre-exercise protein intake on substrate metabolism, energy expenditure, and energy intake: a dose-response study

Wouter Michiel Peeters, Lauren Elizabetha Cook, Oliver Page

Summary: This study found that pre-exercise protein consumption does not significantly influence fat oxidation rates during exercise, and intake of 20g and 40g of protein can increase serum insulin levels. Resting energy expenditure is elevated post-exercise, with no interaction for protein dose.

JOURNAL OF THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF SPORTS NUTRITION (2023)

Article Nutrition & Dietetics

Competitive season effects on polyunsaturated fatty acid content in erythrocyte membranes of female football players

Nere Pena, Javier Amezaga, Gerard Marrugat, Alba Landaluce, Toscana Viar, Julen Arce, Jon Larruskain, Josean Lekue, Carla Ferreri, Jose Maria Ordovas, Itziar Tueros

Summary: This study analyzed the lipid profile of mature erythrocyte membranes in female football players and found that there were variations in fatty acid content during the competitive season. Compared to the general population, the athletes had increased levels of polyunsaturated fatty acids in their membrane lipid profile, along with a decrease in a specific omega-6 fatty acid called DGLA, which is involved in immune and anti-inflammatory responses. These findings suggest that membrane lipidomics can be used as a tool to assess the molecular characteristics of elite female football players and provide insights for future personalized nutritional strategies.

JOURNAL OF THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF SPORTS NUTRITION (2023)

Article Nutrition & Dietetics

International society of sports nutrition position stand: nutritional concerns of the female athlete

Stacy T. Sims, Chad M. Kerksick, Abbie E. Smith-Ryan, Xanne A. K. Janse de Jonge, Katie R. Hirsch, Shawn M. Arent, Susan Joyce Hewlings, Susan M. Kleiner, Erik Bustillo, Jaime L. Tartar, Valerie G. Starratt, Richard B. Kreider, Casey Greenwalt, Liliana I. Renteria, Michael J. Ormsbee, Trisha A. VanDusseldorp, Bill I. Campbell, Douglas S. Kalman, Jose Antonio

Summary: This article summarizes the results of a comprehensive review and critical analysis of the literature on the nutritional concerns of female athletes. The conclusions highlight the importance of tracking hormonal status and individual patterns, achieving adequate energy intake, tailoring carbohydrate intake to hormonal status, consuming high-quality protein close to exercise, and addressing fluid dynamics and electrolyte handling in female athletes. The article also emphasizes the need for more research on sex-specific supplementation and the inclusion of females in research studies.

JOURNAL OF THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF SPORTS NUTRITION (2023)

Article Nutrition & Dietetics

Dietary collagen peptides alleviate exercise-induced muscle soreness in healthy middle-aged males: a randomized double-blinded crossover clinical trial

Kumiko Kuwaba, Masashi Kusubata, Yuki Taga, Hiroshi Igarashi, Koichi Nakazato, Kazunori Mizuno

Summary: This study investigated the effects of dietary collagen peptides (CPs) on post-exercise physical condition and fitness in healthy middle-aged adults unfamiliar with exercise. The results showed that dietary CPs can alleviate muscle soreness and fatigue, and improve muscle strength.

JOURNAL OF THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF SPORTS NUTRITION (2023)

Article Nutrition & Dietetics

Repeated mouth rinsing of coffee improves the specific-endurance performance and jump performance of young male futsal players

Ghasem Taheri Karami, Mohammad Hemmatinafar, Maryam Koushkie Jahromi, Javad Nemati, Alireza Niknam

Summary: This study aimed to determine the effect of repeated coffee mouth-rinsing (CMR) doses on specific performances of futsal players. The findings showed that repeated low and high doses of CMR are useful strategies to improve specific futsal performance, with higher dose CMR having a more profound effect on performance improvement than lower doses.

JOURNAL OF THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF SPORTS NUTRITION (2023)