This review focuses on the most important physical and physiological characteristics of
karate athletes from the available scientific research. It has been established that karate's …

Strength and conditioning (S&C) are a key part of athletic preparation; however, kyokushin
karate is an under researched area, and there is a lack of specific training recommendations …

The purpose of this study was first, to determine whether there were differences in the
roundhouse kicking leg kinematics performed by highly skilled Muay Thai, Karate and …

Background: Vertical jump is an index representing leg/kick power. The explosive movement
of the kick is the key to scoring in martial arts competitions. It is important to determine factors …

Background: Each of the techniques used in sport is a complex technique requiring a
combination of neuromuscular conduction, motor anticipation, and extremely developed …

In taekwondo, the stance position can potentially affect kick performance. The aim of this
study was to analyse mechanical variables in the roundhouse kick in taekwondo according …

Previous studies indicate positive home advantage in judo; however, the factors that
influence home advantage have yet to be fully explored. This study investigated the potential …

Purpose: Training in martial arts is commonly performed by repeating a technical action
continuously for a given number of times. This study aimed to investigate if the repetition of …

With the aim of comparing kinematic and neuromuscular parameters of Bandal Chagui kicks
between 7 elite and 7 subelite taekwondo athletes, nine Bandal Chaguis were performed at …

Abstract AN EFFECTIVE TRAINING PROGRAM NEEDS TO BE CUSTOMIZED TO THE
SPECIFIC DEMANDS OF THE RESPECTIVE SPORT. THEREFORE, IT IS IMPORTANT TO …