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 Section I – Kinesiology 

RESEARCH PAPER

Test-Retest Reliability and Sensitivity of Kinematic and Kinetic Metrics Measured from Horizontal Deceleration Ability Tests with Different Sprinting Distances

Zhili Chen, Mengde Lyu, Mingyue Yin, Shengji Deng, Chris Bishop, Damian Harper, Boyi Dai, Yongming Li

Journal of Human Kinetics volume 95/2025, 5–16

DOI: 10.5114/jhk/189659


RESEARCH PAPER

Effect of Increasing the Foot Area on the Load-Velocity Relationship of the Underwater Dolphin Kick

Shuxin Wang, Yixiao Zhao, Xiaotong Chen, Yupeng Shen

Journal of Human Kinetics volume 95/2025, 17–27

DOI: 10.5114/jhk/189796


RESEARCH PAPER

Quantifying Quadriceps Forces during Running Performed with and without Infrapatellar Straps

Xueying Zhang, Weiyan Ren, Xingyue Wang, Jie Yao, Fang Pu

Journal of Human Kinetics volume 95/2025, 29–42

DOI: 10.5114/jhk/190143


RESEARCH PAPER

Predicting Throwing Performance with Force-Velocity Mechanical Properties of the Upper Limb in Experienced Handball Players

Qingshan Zhang, Robin Gassier, Noémie Eymard, Félicie Pommel, Philippe Berthier, Abderrahmane Rahmani, Christophe A. Hautier

Journal of Human Kinetics volume 95/2025, 43–53

DOI: 10.5114/jhk/190224



 Section II – Exercise Physiology and Sports Medicine 

RESEARCH PAPER

Effects of Threshold Pressure Loading Exercises Applied to Inspiratory Muscles in Taekwondo Athletes on the Concentration and Utilization of Lactate

Murat Koç, Nazmi Sarıtaş, Betül Coşkun, Soner Akkurt

Journal of Human Kinetics volume 95/2025, 55–69

DOI: 10.5114/jhk/188542


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Evaluating Local Muscle Oxygen Saturation: Ischemic Preconditioning Protocols and the Myth of Overcompensation

Moacir Marocolo, Rhaí A. Arriel, Guilherme Guedes, Anderson Meireles, Michal Krzysztofik, Jakub Chycki, Adam Zajac, Hiago L. R. Souza

Journal of Human Kinetics volume 95/2025, 71–82

DOI: 10.5114/jhk/194066


Delayed Effects of Different Velocity Loss-Based Resistance Training on Autonomic Regulation, Sleep Quality and Muscle Soreness

Juan P. Medellín Ruiz, Oriol Abellán-Aynés, Diana P. García, Luis M. Martínez-Aranda

Journal of Human Kinetics volume 95/2025, 83–94

DOI: 10.5114/jhk/189703


RESEARCH PAPER

How Much Can the Genotype Predict Phenotypical Power Performance in Elite Male and Female Athletes?

Lukas Reichert, Sebastian Hacker, Michael Mutz, Markus Raab, Lena Wiese, Karsten Krüger, Karen Zentgraf

Journal of Human Kinetics volume 95/2025, 95–109

DOI: 10.5114/jhk/190679


 Section III – Sports and Physical Activity 

RESEARCH PAPER

Velocity Loss as an Indicator of Resistance Training Volume in Women

Beatriz Bachero-Mena, Luis Rodiles-Guerrero, Juan Sánchez-Valdepeñas, Pedro J. Cornejo-Daza, Clara Cano-Castillo, Fernando Pareja-Blanco, Miguel Sánchez-Moreno

Journal of Human Kinetics volume 95/2025, 111–122

DOI: 10.5114/jhk/190387


RESEARCH PAPER

Area per Player in Small-Sided Games to Estimate the External Load in Elite Youth Soccer Players

Vicente de Dios-Álvarez, Alexis Padrón-Cabo, Pello Alkain-Villa, Ezequiel Rey, Julen Castellano

Journal of Human Kinetics volume 95/2025, 123–138

DOI: 10.5114/jhk/189421


RESEARCH PAPER

Does the Length of Inter-Set Rest Periods Impact the Volume of Bench Pull Repetitions Completed before Surpassing Various Cut-Off Velocities?

Danica Janicijevic, Sergio Miras-Moreno, María Dolores Morenas-Aguilar, Amador García-Ramos

Journal of Human Kinetics volume 95/2025, 139–150

DOI: 10.5114/jhk/188366


RESEARCH PAPER

Physiological and Neuromuscular Fatigue after 3-Minute Lateral Shuffle Movement at Different Speeds and Distances

Mengde Lyu, Mingyue Yin, Ling Ding, Renhuan Tang, Zhili Chen, Shengji Deng, Yuming Zhong, Zhan Li, George P. Nassis, Yongming Li

Journal of Human Kinetics volume 95/2025, 151–159

DOI: 10.5114/jhk/190145


RESEARCH PAPER

Validity of Three Commercial Devices for Recording Movement Velocity in the Bulgarian Split Squat

Zhili Chen, Kaifang Liao, Chris Bishop, Chao Bian, Yongming Li

Journal of Human Kinetics volume 95/2025, 161–171

DOI: 10.5114/jhk/189365


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Effects of On-Court Tennis Training Combined with HIIT versus RST on Aerobic Capacity, Speed, Agility, Jumping Ability, and Internal Loads in Young Tennis Players

Jorge E. Morais, Bulent Kilit, Ersan Arslan, Jose A. Bragada, Yusuf Soylu, Daniel A. Marinho

Journal of Human Kinetics volume 95/2025, 173–185

DOI: 10.5114/jhk/189691


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Female Soccer Players’ In-Season Weekly Training Load and Intensity: Comparison between National League’s Top and Bottom-Half Ranked Teams

Eero H. J. Savolainen, Johanna K. Ihalainen, Simon Walker

Journal of Human Kinetics volume 95/2025, 187–198

DOI: 10.5114/jhk/189657


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A Randomized Controlled Trial of Unresisted vs. Heavy Resisted Sprint Training Programs: Effects on Strength, Jump, Unresisted and Resisted Sprint Performance in Youth Rugby Union Players

Santiago Zabaloy, Robin Healy, Lucas A. Pereira, Eduardo Tondelli, Luciano Tomaghelli, Juan Aparicio, Franco Vega, Joaquín Medrano, Julián Giráldez, Thomas Comyns, Tomás T. Freitas, Irineu Loturco

Journal of Human Kinetics volume 95/2025, 199–214

DOI: 10.5114/jhk/200121


 Psychological and Sociological Aspects of Sport and Exercise 

RESEARCH PAPER

Temporal Trends of Linear Speed and Change of Direction Performance in Italian Children

Matteo Vandoni, Alessandro Gatti, Vittoria Carnevale Pellino, Caterina Cavallo, Agnese Pirazzi, Matteo Giuriato, Nicola Lovecchio

Journal of Human Kinetics volume 95/2025, 215–226

DOI: 10.5114/jhk/189745


RESEARCH PAPER

Exploring the Impact of Social Relationship Modification on Young Female Soccer Players’ Performance in Small-Sided Games

Asier Los Arcos, Asier Gonzalez-Artetxe, Sara Lombardero, Oihan Esnal-Arrizabalaga, Jokin Aginaga

Journal of Human Kinetics volume 95/2025, 227–241

DOI: 10.5114/jhk/189425


RESEARCH PAPER

Do Parenting Styles Influence Mental Toughness and Sportsmanship in Young Athletes? A Structural Equation Modelling Approach

Marta Vega-Díaz, Higinio González-García

Journal of Human Kinetics volume 95/2025, 243–257

DOI: 10.5114/jhk/188541


RESEARCH PAPER

Prevalence of Eating Disorders and Self-Perception Concerning Body Composition Analysis among Elite Soccer Players

Wiktoria Staśkiewicz-Bartecka, Grzegorz Zydek, Małgorzata Magdalena Michalczyk, Marek Kardas

Journal of Human Kinetics volume 95/2025, 259–272

DOI: 10.5114/jhk/194464