Sports BiomechanicsPub Date : 2025-08-01Epub Date: 2024-11-21DOI: 10.1080/14763141.2024.2431919
Cody Lindsay, Rian Crowther, Kane Middleton, Brad Clark, John Warmenhoven, Wayne Spratford
{"title":"Impart backspin and pitch the ball up: strategies cricket fast bowlers can employ to generate late swing.","authors":"Cody Lindsay, Rian Crowther, Kane Middleton, Brad Clark, John Warmenhoven, Wayne Spratford","doi":"10.1080/14763141.2024.2431919","DOIUrl":"10.1080/14763141.2024.2431919","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>In cricket fast bowling, late swing can increase interception difficulty for opposition batters. However, little is known about the occurrence and cause of late swing. This study investigated ball kinematics and the effect of changing kinematics on late swing with new cricket balls. Markers were placed on the ball to track the trajectory and calculate kinematics u1sing a motion analysis system. Fast bowlers generated varying ball kinematics (linear velocity, angular velocity and seam orientation) and delivery trajectories. A random intercept linear mixed-effects model identified that decreasing ball velocity (release velocity: effect = 0.21, <i>p</i> = 0.051, and pitch velocity: effect = -0.27, <i>p</i> = 0.011) and increasing seam stability (release stability: effect = -0.02, <i>p</i> < 0.001 and pitch stability: effect = 0.02, <i>p</i> = 0.001) were associated with greater late swing. To achieve these changes and create late swing, bowlers can pitch the ball on a full length and impart a large amount of backspin on the ball. However, swing can be influenced by factors such as wind and ball composition and late swing may be difficult to control. Bowlers and coaches should develop strategies to generate late swing but recognise it may be unpredictable in some situations.</p>","PeriodicalId":49482,"journal":{"name":"Sports Biomechanics","volume":" ","pages":"2149-2165"},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2025-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142689395","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Sports BiomechanicsPub Date : 2025-08-01Epub Date: 2025-01-19DOI: 10.1080/14763141.2025.2453555
Débora A Knihs, Chris Bishop, Marina S da S Athayde, Everton W Gomes, Juliano Dal Pupo
{"title":"Are dry-land measurements and their asymmetries related to swimming performance?","authors":"Débora A Knihs, Chris Bishop, Marina S da S Athayde, Everton W Gomes, Juliano Dal Pupo","doi":"10.1080/14763141.2025.2453555","DOIUrl":"10.1080/14763141.2025.2453555","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study aimed to verify the correlations between variables obtained from dry-land tests and swimming performance, in addition to examining the associations between the dry-land asymmetries and swimming performance. Thirty-seven male swimmers performed a test battery, including shoulder isokinetic torque, shoulder range of motion (ROM), vertical jump, anthropometric, and in-water force tests. Additionally, the best official performance in the events of 50 and 200 m front crawl was obtained. Interlimb asymmetries were calculated for all tested metrics, and Pearson and Spearman's correlations were used to determine the association between the metrics (and their asymmetries) and swimming performance. Results showed that most of the dry-land metrics were significantly associated with 50 m front crawl (<i>r</i> = -0.59 to -0.83) and 200 m front crawl (<i>r</i> = -0.48 to -0.62) performance and with peak force at tethered swimming (<i>r</i> = 0.54 -0.80), except the ROM test (<i>r</i> = -0.22 -0.33). None of the asymmetries originating from the dry-land tests were significantly correlated with swimming performance (<i>ρ</i> = -0.29 -0.34). In conclusion, most dry-land outcomes measured are related to swimming performance, while the dry-land inter-limb asymmetries are not.</p>","PeriodicalId":49482,"journal":{"name":"Sports Biomechanics","volume":" ","pages":"2292-2309"},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2025-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143015035","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Sports BiomechanicsPub Date : 2025-08-01Epub Date: 2025-01-30DOI: 10.1080/14763141.2025.2458481
Seungho Baek, Kanji Mori, Kai-Jen Cheng, Hunter B Alvis, Byungjoo Lee, Andrea Martinez, Young-Hoo Kwon
{"title":"Angular motion of the thorax during the golf swing: a comparison of two orientation angle sequences.","authors":"Seungho Baek, Kanji Mori, Kai-Jen Cheng, Hunter B Alvis, Byungjoo Lee, Andrea Martinez, Young-Hoo Kwon","doi":"10.1080/14763141.2025.2458481","DOIUrl":"10.1080/14763141.2025.2458481","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Orientation angles are commonly used to describe complex angular motions of the body. Selecting the most appropriate rotation sequence for a given segment's motion is crucial. The purpose of this study was to develop a set of generalisable, primary axis-centric sequence selection strategies and to compare the lean direction-lean-rotation (LDLR) sequence, selected for thoracic motion during golf driving based on the strategies, with the conventional rotation-bend-side bend (RBSB) sequence in assessing the level of inter-angle cross-talk. The RBSB method consistently revealed a higher level of inter-angle cross-talk, with substantially larger bi-angle ICC values across all angle combinations. The rotation-side bend and bend-side bend pairs in the RBSB method exhibited the largest ICC values (≥0.837). In contrast, the rotation-lean and lean direction-lean pairs in the LDLR method showed the smallest ICC values (≤0.063). The RBSB sequence demonstrated significantly larger RMS angle ranges (<i>p</i> < .001), indicating a deterioration of the major angle and inflation of the minor angles due to cross-talk. The LDLR sequence realistically portrayed the axial rotation-dominant thoracic motion during the golf drive. The strategies outlined in this study can serve as general guidelines and substantially enhance the applicability of the orientation angle method.</p>","PeriodicalId":49482,"journal":{"name":"Sports Biomechanics","volume":" ","pages":"2342-2361"},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2025-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143069155","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Sports BiomechanicsPub Date : 2025-08-01Epub Date: 2025-02-25DOI: 10.1080/14763141.2024.2446172
Kitae Kim, Jinkyung Cho, Hokyung Choi, Junkyung Song
{"title":"Bow stability and postural sway during aiming and shooting in elite compound archery.","authors":"Kitae Kim, Jinkyung Cho, Hokyung Choi, Junkyung Song","doi":"10.1080/14763141.2024.2446172","DOIUrl":"10.1080/14763141.2024.2446172","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study explored the effects of postural sway and bow movements on shooting accuracy in elite compound archery, differentiating pre- and post-arrow release phases. International-level compound archers executed 72 shots each in a competition-like environment. During both the aiming and shooting phases, bow displacement and tremor index were measured with a motion capture system, while postural sway indices, such as centre of pressure (COP) displacement and speed, were derived using a force platform. Two-dimensional arrow impact coordinates on the target were transformed into an accuracy index, calculated as the Euclidean distance from the target centre. In the aiming phase, smaller bow displacement and tremor, along with reduced COP displacement and speed, were associated with higher accuracy. This suggests that stable posture and bow orientation during aiming enhance shooting outcomes in compound archery. In the shooting phase after the release, bow and postural sway exhibited no differences depending on the shooting accuracy but correlated with the spatial distribution of arrow impacts. This result, combined with the reduced bow tremor in high-accuracy shots, suggests that strategies involving moderate, smooth, and consistent movement after release are more crucial for enhancing shooting accuracy in compound archery rather than simply minimising or restricting motion.</p>","PeriodicalId":49482,"journal":{"name":"Sports Biomechanics","volume":" ","pages":"2205-2218"},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2025-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143494505","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Effect of speed on relationships between impairment side, breathing laterality and coordination symmetry in Paralympic swimmers.","authors":"Ludovic Seifert, Adrien Létocart, Brice Guignard, Mohamed Amin Regaieg","doi":"10.1080/14763141.2024.2435925","DOIUrl":"10.1080/14763141.2024.2435925","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study questioned the influence of unilateral physical impairment on controlling inter-limb coordination, notably the coordination symmetry. We investigated whether unilateral physical impairment and unilateral breathing preference led to motor coordination asymmetry in eleven elite Para swimmers during 10 times 25 m in front crawl incremented in speed. Multicamera video system and five inertial measurement units were used to assess arm and leg phases and to compute symmetry of arm coordination and of arm-leg synchronisation. Hierarchical cluster analysis was used to classify the different profiles of relationships between impairment, breathing and motor coordination symmetry. Unilateral impairment led to asymmetric arm coordination (~83% of time, mostly at fast speeds), which always occurred to the side of the affected limb and which was associated to the preferential breathing side (~53% of time), while arm-leg synchronisation remained mainly symmetric (66.7 to 86.1% of time). It could be advised to assess the influence of impairment side and breathing side preference on motor coordination symmetry (1) to understand how the Para swimmers functionally adapt to their impairment, (2) to ensure that the unaffected limb generates great propulsion, and (3) to ensure that breathing does not impair propulsion nor increase motor coordination asymmetry.</p>","PeriodicalId":49482,"journal":{"name":"Sports Biomechanics","volume":" ","pages":"2184-2204"},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2025-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142786052","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Sports BiomechanicsPub Date : 2025-08-01Epub Date: 2025-01-16DOI: 10.1080/14763141.2025.2451689
Matthew Klein, Chris Patterson, Annette Karim, Tyler Cuddeford
{"title":"Hopping kinetic differences in masters runners with and without Achilles tendinopathy.","authors":"Matthew Klein, Chris Patterson, Annette Karim, Tyler Cuddeford","doi":"10.1080/14763141.2025.2451689","DOIUrl":"10.1080/14763141.2025.2451689","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Achilles tendinopathy (AT) is the most common running-related pathology among masters runners. Previous evidence suggests there are no differences in submaximal running biomechanics between masters runners with and without AT. Evidence suggests lower extremity power deficits are common among ageing individuals and those with AT. The single-leg horizontal hop (SLHH) test is a valid and reliable lower extremity power test. The purpose of this study was to investigate differences in SLHH biomechanics between masters runners with and without AT. 32 masters runners age 50 and older with AT (60.31 ± 8.37, <i>n</i> = 16) and without (59.94 ± 4.95 <i>n</i> = 16) were included. 3D motion capture and force plates were used to assess hopping biomechanics. Masters runners with AT had significantly lower peak ankle plantarflexion positive power peak hip extensor positive power and peak hip extension moments compared to healthy controls. No differences in peak ankle plantarflexion moments and knee kinetics were observed between groups. Masters runners with AT demonstrate altered lower extremity biomechanics during the propulsive phase of the SLHH, suggesting they may not be able to appropriately generate forces and release stored energy from the Achilles tendon during maximal efforts.</p>","PeriodicalId":49482,"journal":{"name":"Sports Biomechanics","volume":" ","pages":"2268-2278"},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2025-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143015074","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Sports BiomechanicsPub Date : 2025-08-01Epub Date: 2025-02-17DOI: 10.1080/14763141.2025.2463397
Daniel López-Plaza, Fernando Alacid, Alexander P Willmott
{"title":"The effect of a swivel seat on performance, kinematics and body rotation during maximal intensity on-ergometer kayaking.","authors":"Daniel López-Plaza, Fernando Alacid, Alexander P Willmott","doi":"10.1080/14763141.2025.2463397","DOIUrl":"10.1080/14763141.2025.2463397","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>In recent years, physiological investigations suggested that a kayak seat able to rotate in the horizontal plane (swivel seat) may improve performance, but kinematic data are limited. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of the swivel seat on kinematics and performance during sprint paddling on an ergometer. Nine experienced kayakers volunteered for this study and each completed two maximal trials of 30 s on the ergometer, one with the swivel seat and the other with a fixed seat. Three-dimensional motion analysis and performance data were collected at 200 Hz during the central 10 s of each trial. The use of the swivel seat was observed to improve performance through a significant increase in peak fly-wheel RPM (<i>p</i> = 0.033) and paddle antero-posterior displacement (<i>p</i> = 0.015) and a significant decrease in right side paddle recovery time (<i>p</i> = 0.043). In conclusion, the use of the swivel seat was associated with kinematic changes that improved performance and decreased the risk of excessive spine rotation. These results offer new insights into understanding the implications of swivel seat use for the dynamics of kayaking.</p>","PeriodicalId":49482,"journal":{"name":"Sports Biomechanics","volume":" ","pages":"2417-2431"},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2025-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143442559","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Geoffrey N Ertel, Lorenzo Pitto, Frédéric R Simon, Guillaume Mornieux, Jean-Philippe Jehl, Gérome C Gauchard
{"title":"Influence of using individualised ergonomic handles on upper limb kinematics and neuromuscular activity, perceived comfort and performance during scull rowing.","authors":"Geoffrey N Ertel, Lorenzo Pitto, Frédéric R Simon, Guillaume Mornieux, Jean-Philippe Jehl, Gérome C Gauchard","doi":"10.1080/14763141.2025.2533962","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/14763141.2025.2533962","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Articular stress, discomfort exposure and the use handles that are not adapted to the task-specific grip during repetitive movements may increase the upper limb injuries risk during boat rowing. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to introduce and evaluate the impact of two individualised ergonomic handles on comfort, upper limb's biomechanics, and performance in scull rowing, compared to standard handles. These two individualised handle designs were based on the irregular hexagon, and one was further individualised with the rower's comfort feedback. Perceived comfort, upper limbs kinematics, and neuromuscular activity, as well as boat speed and power production were monitored for 13 elite rowers. The handles tuned on the rower's comfort feedback increased significantly comfort (9.63 ± 0.3) while maintaining similar performance level (4.22 m.s<sup>-1</sup> ± 0.18). The improved comfort (<i>p</i> < 0.001) and the increased wrist extension (<i>p</i> = 0.014) were associated with a better blade orientation feeling. However, the handle orientation setup needs further investigation. Except for Deltoideus Posterior, upper limb neuromuscular parameters, power production and speed were not influenced by the ergonomic handles. New irregular hexagon handle diameters were found for optimal comfort in scull rowing. We recommend individualising irregular hexagon shaped handles for scull rowers wanting to improve comfort.</p>","PeriodicalId":49482,"journal":{"name":"Sports Biomechanics","volume":" ","pages":"1-19"},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2025-07-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144754999","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Mathieu Deves, Thibault Marsan, Arnaud Faupin, Bruno Watier
{"title":"New method for quantifying power during wheelchair sports propulsion in the field.","authors":"Mathieu Deves, Thibault Marsan, Arnaud Faupin, Bruno Watier","doi":"10.1080/14763141.2025.2531219","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/14763141.2025.2531219","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The importance of accelerating from a standstill is crucial in dynamic wheelchair sports, as it is closely tied to the ability to generate and apply significant power and net horizontal propulsion force. Assessing and quantifying para-athletes' physical capabilities could enhance training to performance transition. This study aimed to propose a field method for quantifying total wheelchair propulsion forces and output power, while exploring the usability of the 1080 Motion Sprint. Five para-athletes from the national French wheelchair racing team and seven wheelchair tennis players from the national French team participated. Unloaded and resisted sprints of 50 m and 20 m were performed. Mono-exponential velocity function was deduced using photocells, IMUs and the 1080 Motion Sprint velocity-time raw data. Net horizontal propulsion force was estimated from Newton's second law and considered the loads applied by the 1080 Motion Sprint, rolling resistance and aerodynamic drag. While no significant difference was observed between conditions for theoretical maximal force and maximum power developed, variations were evident in estimated power output and mechanical variables from force-velocity relationships, contingent on the athlete's classification and sport speciality. The developed protocol can be used by trainers to assess physical capacities during training sessions, guiding subsequent training.</p>","PeriodicalId":49482,"journal":{"name":"Sports Biomechanics","volume":" ","pages":"1-18"},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2025-07-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144755000","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}