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New Heart Rate Recovery Feature from Firstbeat Sports Provides More Insights for Coaches

First Beat

The new Heart Rate Recovery (HRR) feature from Firstbeat Sports provides an additional tool for coaches to assess the status of their athletes, giving further insights into conditioning and recovery status. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 32 (2), 326-333. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 30.

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Recent Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Trial Explores the Role of Vitamin D and Aerobic Training in Type 2 Diabetes

Designs for Health

Biomarkers assessed included inflammatory cytokines in peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) and markers related to antioxidative status, glucose metabolism, and vitamin D status. . The authors postulated that both AT and vitamin D may act on the body through different physiologic mechanisms and influence multiple downstream targets. .

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5 Components Of Physical Fitness

PLT4M

These components are cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, and body composition. Muscular Strength: This component measures the amount of force a muscle or group of muscles can exert against resistance. Strength is expressed by slower, controlled movements.

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Recent Randomized Controlled Trial Explores Role of Selenium and Vitamin D in Thyroid Health

Designs for Health

The thyroid gland plays an important role in energy metabolism and the physiology of many of the body’s systems. Individuals between the ages of 18 and 70 (who were otherwise in good health) were assessed for vitamin D and selenium status. The thyroid gland can be particularly vulnerable to oxidative damage.

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Maximizing Athletic Performance with Lap Management: A Comprehensive Guide

First Beat

Example Creating laps allows you to establish a drill library, aiding in better load management and communication of the physiological demands of specific drills. This information can be invaluable for assessing the load of upcoming training sessions. Comparing internal responses over time to assess player conditioning.

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Lessons from 2020: Future-Proofing Skill Sets for Uncertain Times

Informed Practitioner in Sport

Sian began her professional career in physiology, working with British Swimming, before obtaining her PhD in statistical modelling of sport performance with Swimming New Zealand, leading to a strategic role as Performance Intelligence Manager with Paralympics New Zealand.

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Using the 5 GRAIDs Domains To Address Fitness Center Barriers

PLT4M

Clear pathways are a must! As a leader of your fitness center, it is your responsibility to partner with the disability community and continually assess your environment to make the necessary changes to ensure everyone can access your center. Assess your space using the accessibility checker (see below for options).

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