Physiological and Biomechanical Foundations of Strength Training
A special issue of Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology (ISSN 2411-5142). This special issue belongs to the section "Kinesiology and Biomechanics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 July 2025 | Viewed by 22
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Interests: sports pedagogy; physical education; coach education; coaching science; sports; sports training; sports performance; performance analysis; notational analysis
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The Special Issue entitled "Physiological and Biomechanical Foundations of Strength Training" aims to explore the intricate mechanisms underlying strength development, emphasizing the integration of physiological and biomechanical principles in training methodologies. This issue seeks to advance the scientific understanding of how various factors—ranging from muscle architecture and neuromuscular function to biomechanics and applied training strategies—contribute to optimizing strength performance. We encourage interdisciplinary perspectives that bridge gaps between research and practical application in athletic performance, rehabilitation, and health promotion.
This Special Issue invites original research, systematic reviews, and theoretical perspectives addressing, but not limited to, the following topics:
- Neuromuscular adaptations to resistance training.
- Influence of the menstrual cycle on strength development in women.
- Strength training methodology for improving health in special populations.
- Objective indicators for establishing strength training and recovery processes.
- Biomechanical analyses of strength training exercises.
- Load management and periodization strategies.
- Training adaptations across age, sex, and skill levels.
- Effects of fatigue, recovery, and overtraining on strength performance.
- Integration of wearable technology and biomechanics in training.
- Functional applications of strength training in rehabilitation and injury prevention.
- Cross-disciplinary approaches in sports science and kinesiology.
By consolidating insights from these domains, this Issue aims to inform evidence-based practices and foster innovation in strength training science.
Prof. Dr. Sergio José Ibáñez Godoy
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- strength training
- biomechanics
- neuromuscular adaptations
- resistance training
- muscle architecture
- training methodology
- fatigue and recovery
- load management
- wearable technology
- rehabilitation and injury prevention
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