Impaired cardiac structure and systolic function in athletes using supra-physiological doses of anabolic androgenic steroids
This study aims to conjointly evaluate the effect of supraphysiological doses of AAS on global cardiovascular structure and functional capacity. (Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport)
Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport - September 1, 2023 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: Sabah Hammoud, Bart J.F. van den Bemt, Ayman Jaber, Mazen Kurdi Tags: Original research Source Type: research

Is the use of performance and image enhancing drugs (PIEDs) in women an issue of concern? The findings from a stakeholder consultation
There is limited research into the use of performance and image enhancing drugs (PIEDs) among women who participate in sport, despite evidence that women do use these substances and experience related harms. The aim of this project is to capture stakeholder perspectives on the current research, policy, and practice landscape in Australia regarding women's PIED use in regulated and unregulated sport settings. (Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport)
Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport - August 24, 2023 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: Matthew Dunn, Timothy M. Piatkowski, Jonathan Robertson, Severine Lamon Tags: Original research Source Type: research

Time measurement validity and reliability of the 4  × 10-m shuttle run test in adult population: The ADULT-FIT project
The purpose of this study was to analyze the time measurement validity and reliability (between raters and test –retest) of the 4 × 10-m shuttle run test to assess motor fitness in adults, according to gender, age, and physical activity levels. (Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport)
Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport - August 23, 2023 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: Jos é Castro-Piñero, Pedro Aragón-Aragón, Carolina Cruz-León, José Jiménez-Iglesias, Daniel Camiletti-Moirón, Rocío Izquierdo-Gómez, Magdalena Cuenca-García Tags: Original research Source Type: research

Time measurement validity and reliability of the 4 × 10-m shuttle run test in adult population: the adult-fit project
The purpose of this study was to analyze the time measurement validity and reliability (between raters and test –retest) of the 4 × 10-m shuttle run test to assess motor fitness in adults, according to gender, age, and physical activity levels. (Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport)
Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport - August 23, 2023 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: Jos é Castro-Piñero, Pedro Aragón-Aragón, Carolina Cruz-León, José Jiménez-Iglesias, Daniel Camiletti-Moirón, Rocío Izquierdo-Gómez, Magdalena Cuenca-Garcia Tags: Original research Source Type: research

Effects of exercise training on cancer patients undergoing neoadjuvant treatment: a systematic review
This systematic review aimed to analyze the effects of different exercise protocols on physical fitness (cardiorespiratory fitness, muscle strength, and body composition), quality of life, cancer-related fatigue, and sleep quality in patients with different types of cancer undergoing neoadjuvant treatment. (Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport)
Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport - August 21, 2023 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: Carla Malveiro, In ês R. Correia, Catarina Cargaleiro, João P. Magalhães, Leonor Vasconcelos de Matos, Sofia Hilário, Luís B. Sardinha, Maria João Cardoso Tags: Review Source Type: research