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Original Research

Published on 13 Jan 2026

Larger-volume capillary blood sampling is a valid alternative to assess progesterone and 17ß-estradiol for cycle phase identification in tactical female athletes

in Exercise Physiology

Jennifer Schlie
Eva Fellinger
Sina Albrecht
Jessica Güldenstern
Annette Schmidt

Frontiers in Physiology

doi 10.3389/fphys.2025.1743330

685 views

Brief Research Report

Published on 13 Jan 2026

Vascular dysfunction in COPD with and without chronic respiratory failure: a cross-sectional study

in Exercise Physiology

Mara Paneroni
Carla Simonelli
Beatrice Salvi
Laura Bertacchini
Michele Vitacca
Massimo Venturelli

Frontiers in Physiology

doi 10.3389/fphys.2025.1711419

654 views

Original Research

Published on 13 Jan 2026

Acute effects of lower-limb intermittent negative pressure on microcirculatory function in Tai Chi athletes: an exploratory study

in Exercise Physiology

Xiaoliang Wu
Lan Li
Qianqian Fan

Frontiers in Physiology

doi 10.3389/fphys.2025.1668852

545 views

Original Research

Published on 13 Jan 2026

Yoga training enhances elastic biomechanics of trapezius and hamstrings: a quantitative SWE assessment

in Exercise Physiology

Jing Liu
Lin Yang

Frontiers in Physiology

doi 10.3389/fphys.2025.1671051

789 views

Brief Research Report

Published on 13 Jan 2026

Increase in testosterone and cortisol one week after repeated exercise in a cold environment

in Exercise Physiology

Jana Jaklová Dytrtová
Michal Jakl
Radim Jebavý
Ludmila Máčová
Daniela Horníková
František Novák
Petr Vodička
Tomáš Navrátil
Marie Bičíková
Barbara Elsnicová

Frontiers in Physiology

doi 10.3389/fphys.2025.1731242

1,662 views

Original Research

Accepted on 12 Jan 2026

The Effect of Post-Activation Potentiation on Neuromuscular Activation of Smashing Technique During the Recovery Period of Meniscal Injuries in Elite Badminton Players: Non-negative Matrix Factorization-Based Muscle and Time-Frequency Coherence

in Exercise Physiology

Hongkai Zhuang
Siyao Hong
Yi Xia
Yi Sheng

Frontiers in Physiology

154 views

Original Research

Published on 12 Jan 2026

Exploring the physiological limits of aging: a case study of the male 50-km world record in the 80+ age category

in Exercise Physiology

A. M. Pilotto
E. Higueras-Liébana
M. Ansaldo
I. Baltasar-Fernandez
M. Neri
L. Giusti
Á. Buendía-Romero
P. L. Valenzuela
J. Alcazar
F. Lauretani

Frontiers in Physiology

doi 10.3389/fphys.2025.1735019

18,791 views

Mini Review

Published on 12 Jan 2026

Developing negative split pacing in endurance athletes: practical guidelines and training models

in Exercise Physiology

Gerasimos V. Grivas
Kousar Safari
Mohammad Hemmatinafar

Frontiers in Physiology

doi 10.3389/fphys.2026.1741125

1,685 views

Mini Review

Published on 12 Jan 2026

Amygdala–hypothalamus–brainstem circuits underlying cardiovascular responses associated with the limits of high-intensity endurance exercise

in Exercise Physiology

Ko Yamanaka
Jimmy Kim
Kei Tsukioka
Shinichiro Ezure
Hiroyasu Ichihara
Linh Thuy Pham
Hidefumi Waki

Frontiers in Physiology

doi 10.3389/fphys.2025.1714093

989 views

Systematic Review

Published on 12 Jan 2026

Evaluation of both overall and individual FMS components results in male and female groups: a systematic review and meta-analysis

in Exercise Physiology

Muhammad Ibrar Ahmad
Yi Zhang
Muhammad Talha Younas
Ayesha Parveen
Yu Shi
Yunhang Lu
Zhengxue Song

Frontiers in Physiology

doi 10.3389/fphys.2025.1669967

989 views

Perspective

Published on 12 Jan 2026

Inclusive and sustainable active mobility: recommendations for older adults in Montenegro

in Exercise Physiology

Stevo Popovic
Gonul Babayigit Irez
Bojan Masanovic

Frontiers in Physiology

doi 10.3389/fphys.2025.1752663

927 views

Original Research

Published on 09 Jan 2026

A novel approach to monitoring selective fatigue in female softball athletes: evaluating load-velocity relationship variables and specific performance metrics

in Exercise Physiology

Hongzhen Zhang
Zhaoqian Li
Qiuyu Yu
Zan Cheng
Xiaoqing Wang
Xing Zhang
Amador García-Ramos
Danica Janicijevic

Frontiers in Physiology

doi 10.3389/fphys.2025.1702738

688 views

Correction

Published on 08 Jan 2026

Correction: Acute endocrine, immune, and muscle damage responses following a 2,000-m rowing time trial in elite male athletes

in Exercise Physiology

Soo-Min Ha
Min-Seong Ha
Minchul Lee

Frontiers in Physiology

doi 10.3389/fphys.2025.1771138

538 views

Original Research

Published on 08 Jan 2026

A periodized winter training block enhances anaerobic capacity in elite female rowers during 30-second maximal rowing

in Exercise Physiology

Xiaofang Liu
Yuquan Ding
Zhigang Gong
Pengcheng Guo

Frontiers in Physiology

doi 10.3389/fphys.2025.1705448

669 views

Systematic Review

Published on 08 Jan 2026

Effects of exercise on bone mineral density and bone turnover markers in adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis

in Exercise Physiology

Tingting Miao
Xun Li
Wenhua Zhang
Jie Liu
Yi Xiao
Xiaoqiang Wang

Frontiers in Physiology

doi 10.3389/fphys.2025.1672997

1,196 views

Original Research

Published on 08 Jan 2026

Movement efficiency in taekwondo side kick (Yop Chagi): a kinematic comparison between novice and experienced practitioners

in Exercise Physiology

Rahmat Hidayat
Xianzhi Jin
Chengji Dou
Benyao Yang

Frontiers in Physiology

doi 10.3389/fphys.2025.1708748

505 views

Case Report

Published on 08 Jan 2026

Case Report: Exercise-induced normalization of chronic left bundle branch block: a rare recovery-phase phenomenon

in Exercise Physiology

Horesh Dor-haim
Ilia Davarashvili

Frontiers in Physiology

doi 10.3389/fphys.2025.1745858

680 views

Original Research

Published on 08 Jan 2026

Differences in acute physiological response to a Qigong exercise among middle-aged adults with varying durations of Qigong practice

in Exercise Physiology

Jingyu Sun
Zhangxiaohe Zhang
Rongji Zhao
Nannan Jia
Jiajia Chen
Duran Qin
Jing Wang
Zhengyi Zhang
Hao Yang
Tianfeng Lu

Frontiers in Physiology

doi 10.3389/fphys.2025.1699846

761 views

Editorial

Published on 07 Jan 2026

Editorial: Brain adaptations to exercise in health and neurodegenerative diseases: considerations and future perspectives on the underlying mechanisms

in Exercise Physiology

Ida Cariati
Roberto Bonanni
Pierangelo Cifelli
Giovanna D’Arcangelo

Frontiers in Physiology

doi 10.3389/fphys.2025.1770850

727 views

Original Research

Published on 07 Jan 2026

Biomechanics-based analysis of technical characteristics in skeleton start and specific physical training strategies

in Exercise Physiology

Lei Hao
Qingtao Kong

Frontiers in Physiology

doi 10.3389/fphys.2025.1700394

668 views

Systematic Review

Published on 07 Jan 2026

Association between the PPARGC1A Gly482Ser (rs8192678) polymorphism and endurance and power athlete status: a systematic review and meta-analysis

in Exercise Physiology

Weilong Su
Lingfeng Yuan
Zhaozhe He
Fan Ding
Jun Sun
Yingzhe Xiong
Xiaobo Song

Frontiers in Physiology

doi 10.3389/fphys.2025.1733458

839 views

Original Research

Published on 06 Jan 2026

Sport-specific experience modulates perceived exertion but not enjoyment or workload in recreational 3 × 3 basketball

in Exercise Physiology

Inga Lukonaitienė
Marco Pernigoni
Audinga Kniubaitė
Rasa Kreivytė
Sigitas Kamandulis
Daniele Conte

Frontiers in Physiology

doi 10.3389/fphys.2025.1739427

693 views

Systematic Review

Published on 06 Jan 2026

Effects of different exercise interventions on lower back pain: a systematic review and meta-analysis

in Exercise Physiology

Xingchi Liu
Wenbo Gao
Peirun Wu
Jiawang Huang
Jingjing Han
Xiuli Xu
Wanqiang Chen

Frontiers in Physiology

doi 10.3389/fphys.2025.1694330

1,694 views

Original Research

Published on 06 Jan 2026

Global burden of athletic-type knee dislocation in young adults: a GBD 2021 proxy-based analysis, 1990–2021

in Exercise Physiology

Tariq Alkhatatbeh
Ahmad Alkhatatbeh
Weidong Chen
Hang Fang
Yan Liao
Jingyang Cheng
Hao Liang
Zhilin Liang
Hao Chen
Wenyan Huang

Frontiers in Physiology

doi 10.3389/fphys.2025.1692607

698 views

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Larger-volume capillary blood sampling is a valid alternative to assess progesterone and 17ß-estradiol for cycle phase identification in tactical female athletes

Vascular dysfunction in COPD with and without chronic respiratory failure: a cross-sectional study

Acute effects of lower-limb intermittent negative pressure on microcirculatory function in Tai Chi athletes: an exploratory study

Yoga training enhances elastic biomechanics of trapezius and hamstrings: a quantitative SWE assessment

Increase in testosterone and cortisol one week after repeated exercise in a cold environment

The Effect of Post-Activation Potentiation on Neuromuscular Activation of Smashing Technique During the Recovery Period of Meniscal Injuries in Elite Badminton Players: Non-negative Matrix Factorization-Based Muscle and Time-Frequency Coherence

Exploring the physiological limits of aging: a case study of the male 50-km world record in the 80+ age category

Developing negative split pacing in endurance athletes: practical guidelines and training models

Amygdala–hypothalamus–brainstem circuits underlying cardiovascular responses associated with the limits of high-intensity endurance exercise

Evaluation of both overall and individual FMS components results in male and female groups: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Inclusive and sustainable active mobility: recommendations for older adults in Montenegro

A novel approach to monitoring selective fatigue in female softball athletes: evaluating load-velocity relationship variables and specific performance metrics

Correction: Acute endocrine, immune, and muscle damage responses following a 2,000-m rowing time trial in elite male athletes

A periodized winter training block enhances anaerobic capacity in elite female rowers during 30-second maximal rowing

Effects of exercise on bone mineral density and bone turnover markers in adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Movement efficiency in taekwondo side kick (Yop Chagi): a kinematic comparison between novice and experienced practitioners

Case Report: Exercise-induced normalization of chronic left bundle branch block: a rare recovery-phase phenomenon

Differences in acute physiological response to a Qigong exercise among middle-aged adults with varying durations of Qigong practice

Editorial: Brain adaptations to exercise in health and neurodegenerative diseases: considerations and future perspectives on the underlying mechanisms

Biomechanics-based analysis of technical characteristics in skeleton start and specific physical training strategies

Association between the PPARGC1A Gly482Ser (rs8192678) polymorphism and endurance and power athlete status: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Sport-specific experience modulates perceived exertion but not enjoyment or workload in recreational 3 × 3 basketball

Effects of different exercise interventions on lower back pain: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Global burden of athletic-type knee dislocation in young adults: a GBD 2021 proxy-based analysis, 1990–2021