Introduction In any military or tactical training environment, your legs are not just limbs – they are your foundation. They carry the weight of your gear, your pace, your performance and, in high-stakes situations, your survival. Yet despite their central role, lower limb health is often taken for granted until pain, fatigue, or injury takes… Read More
Introduction Central nervous system (CNS) fatigue, or central fatigue, is a form of fatigue that is associated with changes in the synaptic concentration of neurotransmitters within the CNS (including the brain and spinal cord) which affects exercise performance and muscle function and cannot be explained by peripheral factors that affect muscle function. In healthy individuals,… Read More
Introduction Overtraining occurs when a person exceeds their body’s ability to recover from strenuous exercise. Overtraining can be described as a point where a person may have a decrease in performance and plateauing as a result of failure to consistently perform at a certain level or training load; a load which exceeds their recovery capacity.… Read More
Introduction Sport psychology was defined by the European Federation of Sport Psychology (FEPSAC) in 1996, as the study of the psychological basis, processes, and effects of sport. Otherwise, sport is considered as any physical activity where the individuals engage for competition and health. Sport psychology is recognised as an interdisciplinary science that draws on knowledge… Read More
Introduction When it comes to optimising your workout routine and achieving peak performance, there are crucial factors beyond simply hitting the gym and breaking a sweat. The state of your hydration and mental clarity can play significant roles in determining your overall fitness performance. In this brief article we will delve into the vital importance… Read More
Research Paper Title Association of Psychological Stress with Physical Fitness in a Military Cohort: The CHIEF Study. Background Psychological stress is associated with sedentary behaviour, which may impair exercise performance. The aim of the study was to examine the association between psychological stress and physical fitness in military personnel. Methods A military cohort of 4080… Read More
Research Paper Title Aerobic Exercise Performance During Load Carriage and Acute Altitude Exposure. Background This study quantified the impact of combined load carriage and acute altitude exposure on 5-km running time-trial (TT) performance and self-selected pacing strategy. Furthermore, this study developed a velocity prediction tool (nomogram) for similar aerobic exercise tasks performed under various combinations… Read More
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