Introduction Plyometric training—which leverages the stretch-shortening cycle (SSC) via a rapid eccentric phase followed by an explosive concentric phase—has been widely documented for its effects

Strength Training and Osteoporosis: Evidence, Mechanisms, and Practical Application   Introduction Osteoporosis is a skeletal disease characterized by decreased bone mineral density (BMD) and deterioration

Introduction Bone mineral density (BMD) — the amount of mineral matter per square centimeter of bones — is a key factor in skeletal strength, injury

Introduction Osteoporosis is a silent disease until a fracture happens, and those fractures can be devastating. That’s why, beyond pharmacological treatments, one of the most

Aging brings multiple physiological changes: loss of muscle mass (sarcopenia), declines in strength (dynapenia), neuromuscular alterations, reduced functional capacity, and increased risk of falls, frailty,

Abstract Vertical jump ability is one of the most important indicators of explosive power in sports such as basketball, volleyball, and soccer. Its improvement depends

Abstract   The Achilles tendon is the strongest and thickest tendon in the human body, playing a decisive role in running, sprinting, and jumping. Its

Abstract   Knee tendinopathies, particularly patellar tendinopathy, represent one of the most common causes of chronic anterior knee pain in athletes engaged in sports involving

  Abstract   Hamstring muscle injuries represent one of the most prevalent problems in professional soccer and other high-demand sports. Recurrence rates are high, and

In the ongoing pursuit of optimizing health and physical performance, understanding fascia and biotensegrity has emerged as a crucial area of study. These two concepts,