Frontiers in Physiology | Exercise Physiology

Original Research

Published on 20 Feb 2026

Exploring training-sleep characteristics and bidirectional lagged relationships in Chinese recreational runners: insights from a year-long wearable monitoring study

in Exercise Physiology

Xiaofeng Xu
Jie Lin
Kai Xu
Zhongke Gu
Xiaoming Gu
Jiaxuan Zheng
Gangrui Chen
Jiansong Dai

Frontiers in Physiology

doi 10.3389/fphys.2026.1730135

279 views

Original Research

Published on 20 Feb 2026

Reliability and validity of the “XingXun” system for measuring punch acceleration and velocity in elite boxers

in Exercise Physiology

Ji Qi
Rangxi Jin
Tongling Wang
Zengyi Li
Mitchell James Finlay
Chao Chen

Frontiers in Physiology

doi 10.3389/fphys.2026.1726442

112 views

Original Research

Accepted on 19 Feb 2026

Cross-bridge model-based quantification of muscle metabolite alterations leading to fatigue during all-out knee extension exercise

in Exercise Physiology

John I. Hendry
Muhammet Enes Erol
Gwenael Layec
Edward P. Debold
Anders Wallqvist
Venkat R. Pannala

Frontiers in Physiology

Original Research

Accepted on 19 Feb 2026

Exercise Modality–Dependent Non-Hypertrophic Anabolic Adaptations in Skeletal Muscle of Rats With Type 2 Diabetes

in Exercise Physiology

Yi-dan Zhang
Xiang-xing Zhao
XI Liu

Frontiers in Physiology

Original Research

Published on 19 Feb 2026

An evidence-based multi-factorial model to predict the oxygen cost of ventilation during ramp-incremental cycle ergometry exercise

in Exercise Physiology

Bridgette G. J. O’Malley
Robert A. Robergs
Karel Hrach
Chantal A. Vella
Derek W. Marks

Frontiers in Physiology

doi 10.3389/fphys.2026.1702120

492 views

Original Research

Accepted on 18 Feb 2026

Responder Signatures and Predictors of Upper-and Lower-Limb Power Responsiveness to Maximal Strength versus Plyometric Dry-Land Training in Swimmers

in Exercise Physiology

Liuxi Yang
Qi Xu
Yu Chen
JiuShu Zhou

Frontiers in Physiology

Original Research

Accepted on 18 Feb 2026

Impact of Soft-Surface Mobility Exercises on Functional Movement Screen (FMS) Scores Among Football Referees

in Exercise Physiology

ZÜLBİYE KAÇAY
Barış BAYDEMİR
Laurentiu Gabriel Talaghir
Gabriel Marian Manolache

Frontiers in Physiology

Systematic Review

Published on 18 Feb 2026

Evaluating the methods used to examine sitting breaks and their influence on mental load, physical strain, and cognitive performance - a scoping review

in Exercise Physiology

Marion Freyer
Charline Jost
Sylvia Jankowiak
Kim-Aljoscha Bressem
Janice Hegewald

Frontiers in Physiology

doi 10.3389/fphys.2026.1755356

156 views

Original Research

Published on 18 Feb 2026

Multi-sensor fusion outperforms single indicators for fatigue prediction in university soccer players: a machine learning approach

in Exercise Physiology

Xuezhu Xu

Frontiers in Physiology

doi 10.3389/fphys.2026.1775906

1,074 views

Original Research

Accepted on 17 Feb 2026

Transcriptomic Insights into Aerobic Exercise-Mediated Attenuation of High-Fat Diet–Induced Muscle Wasting

in Exercise Physiology

Weihao Hong
Jianrong Zheng
Yisheng Luan
Haibin Yu
Yueyun Xu
Bing Zhang

Frontiers in Physiology

Original Research

Published on 17 Feb 2026

The impact of computerized agility training on basketball performance: a comparative study with rope ladder training

in Exercise Physiology

Mingquan Zhang
Wenlong Zhang
Rui Chen
Yana Liu
Jorge Diaz-Cidoncha Garcia
Chao Chen
Xiao Xu

Frontiers in Physiology

doi 10.3389/fphys.2026.1772554

242 views

Brief Research Report

Accepted on 16 Feb 2026

Fine-Needle Muscle Microbiopsy: A Feasible and Well-Tolerated Alternative for Skeletal Muscle Sampling

in Exercise Physiology

Johan Jakobsson
Karin Strigård
Apostolos Theos
Michael Svensson
Christer Malm

Frontiers in Physiology

Systematic Review

Accepted on 16 Feb 2026

Effects of Respiratory Muscle Training on Swimming Performance, Respiratory Muscle Function, and Pulmonary Function of Competitive Swimmers: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

in Exercise Physiology

Yunji Chen
Qing Yi
Kun Meng
Kuan Tao
Shuang Qin
Yang Yue
Dapeng Bao
Guole Jiang

Frontiers in Physiology

Systematic Review

Accepted on 16 Feb 2026

Effects of different training on lower limb explosive power in youth soccer players: a systematic review and network meta-analysis

in Exercise Physiology

Huaibin Tan
ZhiGao Yan
Cong Shao
YiFei Lin

Frontiers in Physiology

Original Research

Accepted on 16 Feb 2026

Acute Neuromuscular, Metabolic, and Perceptual Responses to Low-Load Isokinetic Exercise Under Varying Percentages of Arterial Occlusion Pressure

in Exercise Physiology

XIA JUNWEI
yuan ziyuan
cong lili
chen yuan
zhao tianqi

Frontiers in Physiology

Original Research

Accepted on 16 Feb 2026

Variation of the steroid profile in relation to training in women of importance for anti-doping testing

in Exercise Physiology

Alexander Andersson
Lena Ekström
Olivier Salamin
Raul Nicoli
Angelica Lindén Hirschberg
Emma Eklund

Frontiers in Physiology

Review

Accepted on 16 Feb 2026

Therapeutic potential of respiratory phase-coupled exercise for preventing dopaminergic decline in early stage Parkinson's: a scoping review of neuroimaging and clinical evidence

in Exercise Physiology

Yilong Jiang

Frontiers in Physiology

Original Research

Accepted on 16 Feb 2026

Effects of psychophysiological stress on perceptual responses during low-volume high intensity interval exercise: Insights from ACTH and cortisol in overweight-to-obese adults

in Exercise Physiology

Ruohan Zhang
Jintao Guo
Jingyuan Sun
JINFA GU

Frontiers in Physiology

Original Research

Accepted on 16 Feb 2026

Combined Inspiratory Muscle and Lower Limb Resistance Training Enhances Cardiopulmonary Function in Military Personnel

in Exercise Physiology

Xiaolong Ma
Zhu Houyuan
Jingqi Tao
Mingming Jian
Shaoqi Huang

Frontiers in Physiology

Original Research

Accepted on 16 Feb 2026

Mechanical Loading and Fatigue-Induced Changes in Triceps Surae Muscle-Tendon Unit: Sex-Specific Responses and Recovery Dynamics

in Exercise Physiology

Saule Salatkaite Urbone

Frontiers in Physiology

Original Research

Accepted on 16 Feb 2026

Effects of weighted vests versus elastic bands plyometric jump training on lower-body physical performance adaptations in volleyball players

in Exercise Physiology

Yichen Bao
Yuankai Qiao
Shouwen Yang

Frontiers in Physiology

Original Research

Accepted on 16 Feb 2026

Effect of Velocity Loss Squat Induced Post-activation Performance Enhancement on Lower Limb Explosive Power in Sprinters

in Exercise Physiology

Jiawei Sun
Lin Deng
Shiyi Xu
Jianing Gu
Jiayi Li
Ruofei Wang
Xinyu Lu
Nan Lou
Jianghua Zou
Zhanming Xu

Frontiers in Physiology

Systematic Review

Published on 16 Feb 2026

Effect of sand-based training on sprint performance: a systematic review and meta-analysis

in Exercise Physiology

Kun Meng
Yunji Chen
Xu Xiang
Guole Jiang
Yang Liu
Qing Yi

Frontiers in Physiology

doi 10.3389/fphys.2026.1665495

274 views

Original Research

Accepted on 13 Feb 2026

Comparing Acute Effects of Heavy Resistance, Plyometric, and Complex Training on Post-Activation Performance Enhancement in elite swimmers: A Randomized Controlled Trial

in Exercise Physiology

Zhili Ma
Chuanbo Zheng
Tao Gao
Ziren Zhao
Xin Zheng
Ting Liao
Yong Tai Wang

Frontiers in Physiology

104 views

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Exploring training-sleep characteristics and bidirectional lagged relationships in Chinese recreational runners: insights from a year-long wearable monitoring study

Reliability and validity of the “XingXun” system for measuring punch acceleration and velocity in elite boxers

Cross-bridge model-based quantification of muscle metabolite alterations leading to fatigue during all-out knee extension exercise

Exercise Modality–Dependent Non-Hypertrophic Anabolic Adaptations in Skeletal Muscle of Rats With Type 2 Diabetes

An evidence-based multi-factorial model to predict the oxygen cost of ventilation during ramp-incremental cycle ergometry exercise

Responder Signatures and Predictors of Upper-and Lower-Limb Power Responsiveness to Maximal Strength versus Plyometric Dry-Land Training in Swimmers

Impact of Soft-Surface Mobility Exercises on Functional Movement Screen (FMS) Scores Among Football Referees

Evaluating the methods used to examine sitting breaks and their influence on mental load, physical strain, and cognitive performance - a scoping review

Multi-sensor fusion outperforms single indicators for fatigue prediction in university soccer players: a machine learning approach

Transcriptomic Insights into Aerobic Exercise-Mediated Attenuation of High-Fat Diet–Induced Muscle Wasting

The impact of computerized agility training on basketball performance: a comparative study with rope ladder training

Fine-Needle Muscle Microbiopsy: A Feasible and Well-Tolerated Alternative for Skeletal Muscle Sampling

Effects of Respiratory Muscle Training on Swimming Performance, Respiratory Muscle Function, and Pulmonary Function of Competitive Swimmers: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Effects of different training on lower limb explosive power in youth soccer players: a systematic review and network meta-analysis

Acute Neuromuscular, Metabolic, and Perceptual Responses to Low-Load Isokinetic Exercise Under Varying Percentages of Arterial Occlusion Pressure

Variation of the steroid profile in relation to training in women of importance for anti-doping testing

Therapeutic potential of respiratory phase-coupled exercise for preventing dopaminergic decline in early stage Parkinson's: a scoping review of neuroimaging and clinical evidence

Effects of psychophysiological stress on perceptual responses during low-volume high intensity interval exercise: Insights from ACTH and cortisol in overweight-to-obese adults

Combined Inspiratory Muscle and Lower Limb Resistance Training Enhances Cardiopulmonary Function in Military Personnel

Mechanical Loading and Fatigue-Induced Changes in Triceps Surae Muscle-Tendon Unit: Sex-Specific Responses and Recovery Dynamics

Effects of weighted vests versus elastic bands plyometric jump training on lower-body physical performance adaptations in volleyball players

Effect of Velocity Loss Squat Induced Post-activation Performance Enhancement on Lower Limb Explosive Power in Sprinters

Effect of sand-based training on sprint performance: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Comparing Acute Effects of Heavy Resistance, Plyometric, and Complex Training on Post-Activation Performance Enhancement in elite swimmers: A Randomized Controlled Trial