Epidemiological evidence indicates that regular physical activity and/or frequent structured
exercise reduces the incidence of many chronic diseases in older age, including …

Sports periodization has traditionally focused on the exercise aspect of athletic preparation,
while neglecting the integration of other elements that can impact an athlete's readiness for …

Mental health symptoms and disorders are common among elite athletes, may have sport
related manifestations within this population and impair performance. Mental health cannot …

Monitoring the load placed on athletes in both training and competition has become a very
hot topic in sport science. Both scientists and coaches routinely monitor training loads using …

Abstract The American Medical Society for Sports Medicine convened a panel of experts to
provide an evidence-based, best practices document to assist sports medicine physicians …

Background Monitoring athlete well-being is essential to guide training and to detect any
progression towards negative health outcomes and associated poor performance. Objective …

Mental health disorders (MHD) in elite athletes is a topic that has received increased
attention in recent years. The overall aim of this position statement is to enhance awareness …

Following critical evaluation of the available literature to date, The International Society of
Sports Nutrition (ISSN) position regarding caffeine intake is as follows: Supplementation with …

Background Athletes experience various situations and conditions that can interfere with
their sleep, which is crucial for optimal psychological and physiological recovery as well as …

Mental fatigue reflects a change in psychobiological state, caused by prolonged periods of
demanding cognitive activity. It has been well documented that mental fatigue impairs …