Insights in Network Physiology of Exercise

Network Physiology of Exercise is an emerging field that explores the complex interactions between various physiological systems during physical activity. Despite significant advancements, there remain critical gaps in understanding how these systems integrate and adapt in response to exercise. Current research has primarily focused on isolated physiological responses, such as cardiovascular or muscular adaptations, but there is a growing recognition of the need to study these systems in a more interconnected manner. Recent studies have begun to employ network analysis techniques to map these interactions, revealing intricate patterns and dependencies. However, much remains to be understood about the underlying mechanisms and how they can be leveraged to optimize health and performance. Addressing these gaps requires a multidisciplinary approach that combines insights from physiology, systems biology, and computational modeling.

This Research Topic aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the latest advancements in the Network Physiology of Exercise, highlighting both the progress made and the challenges that lie ahead.

The primary objectives are to identify key questions that need to be answered, such as how different physiological systems interact during various forms of exercise, and to test hypotheses related to these interactions. By doing so, the research aims to uncover new insights that can inform training protocols, rehabilitation strategies, and overall health optimization.

To gather further insights in the Network Physiology of Exercise, we welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:
- Interactions between cardiovascular, respiratory, and muscular systems during exercise
- The role of the nervous system in coordinating physiological responses to physical activity
- Network analysis techniques for studying physiological systems
- Adaptations of physiological networks to different types of exercise (e.g., endurance vs. strength training)
- Implications of network physiology for athletic performance and health
- Computational models and simulations of physiological networks during exercise
- Methodological advancements in measuring and analyzing physiological interactions

Keywords: exercise, physiological networks, sports, fatigue, fitness, injury, testing and monitoring, health, personalized exercise, education, network physiology

Important note: All contributions to this Research Topic must be within the scope of the section and journal to which they are submitted, as defined in their mission statements. Frontiers reserves the right to guide an out-of-scope manuscript to a more suitable section or journal at any stage of peer review.