The Journal of Sports Medicine and Physical Fitness
Overview
The Journal of Sports Medicine and Physical Fitness is a reputable scientific publication that focuses on the latest research and advancements in the field of sports medicine and physical fitness. It covers a wide range of topics including exercise physiology, sports injuries, rehabilitation, nutrition, and performance enhancement. This journal serves as a valuable resource for athletes, coaches, healthcare professionals, and researchers seeking evidence-based information to optimize athletic performance and promote overall physical well-being.
Details
Details
Abbr.
J Sports Med Phys Fitness
Start
1961
End
Continuing
Frequency
Quarterly
p-ISSN
0022-4707
e-ISSN
1827-1928
Country
Italy
Language
English
Specialty
Orthopedics
Metrics
Metrics
h-index / Ranks: 4647
76
SJR / Ranks: 9977
427
CiteScore / Ranks: 8019
3.30
JIF / Ranks: 5746
1.7
Recent Articles
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Haryono I, Prastowo N
J Sports Med Phys Fitness
. 2025 Feb;
PMID: 39932679
Background: Evidence on the effectiveness of combined exercise over aerobic exercise alone in lowering blood pressure (BP) remains limited. This study compared the effectiveness of combined aerobic plus resistance training...
12.
Ventura L, Martinez G, Morrone M, Boi A, Meloni M, Perroni F, et al.
J Sports Med Phys Fitness
. 2025 Jan;
PMID: 39817901
Background: To gain optimal positioning to make sure the game laws are applied in uniform way, the performance of field referee must be periodically evaluated to have constantly adequate training...
13.
Ruscello B, Santolamazza F, Castagna C, Pistello A, Gabrielli P, Ceccacci M, et al.
J Sports Med Phys Fitness
. 2025 Jan;
PMID: 39817900
Background: Assessing player readiness is crucial in elite basketball. This study aims to provide a practical method for monitoring player readiness through the handgrip test and identify associations with wellness...
14.
Sebera M, Skypala J, Elavsky S
J Sports Med Phys Fitness
. 2025 Jan;
PMID: 39817899
Background: Although runners are healthier than most of the population, they can incur a risk of injury. Literature shows a strong evidence of risk factors for running-related injuries (RRIs) based...
15.
Forte R, Lucia S, Trentin C, Tocci N, DI Russo F
J Sports Med Phys Fitness
. 2025 Jan;
PMID: 39817898
Background: Anxiety commonly affects older individuals with negative consequences on various physical and motor performances such as balance. When coupled with age-related muscular strength loss, the effects on the ability...
16.
Bernstorff M, Schwake L, Schumann N, Somberg O, Hufnagel S, Wenzel M, et al.
J Sports Med Phys Fitness
. 2025 Jan;
PMID: 39817897
Background: So-called scores are a frequently used evaluation system in clinical examinations to assess the function or limitations of a joint such as the shoulder. However, research indicates that these...
17.
Lehmann L, Giacomoni M, Maso F, Colard J, Margaritis I, Duche P
J Sports Med Phys Fitness
. 2025 Jan;
PMID: 39817896
Background: Understanding the dietary intake of elite adolescent athletes and its adequacy with sport nutrition recommendation is a key issue for health and player development, as well as performance and...
18.
Herodek R, Aleksic Veljkovic A, Zivkovic M, Ilic A, Uzunovic S, Trajkovic N
J Sports Med Phys Fitness
. 2025 Jan;
PMID: 39817895
Introduction: When exercising to preferred music (PM), participants found more satisfaction and less typical exercise-related fatigue, which made it easier and more enjoyable to maintain the physical activity (PA) until...
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de Sire A, Marotta N, Prestifilippo E, Parente A, Lopresti E, Drago Ferrante V, et al.
J Sports Med Phys Fitness
. 2025 Jan;
PMID: 39804336
Introduction: Sports injuries involving bi-articular muscles like the hip flexors, hamstrings, quadriceps, and gastrocnemius significantly affect athletes' performance and quality of life. Comprehensive rehabilitation is crucial for a pain-free return...
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Di Gioia G, Segreti A, Celeski M, Crispino S, Buzzelli L, Mango F, et al.
J Sports Med Phys Fitness
. 2025 Jan;
PMID: 39804335
Endurance sports have witnessed an increase in female participation, demanding a constant and evolving reassessment of the specific physiological and health implications of female athletes. In the present review, we...