{"title":"Breaking Boundaries Between Resistance and Aerobic Training in Cancer Survivors.","authors":"Kyuwan Lee","doi":"10.1249/JES.0000000000000387","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1249/JES.0000000000000387","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Current exercise guidelines for cancer survivors continue to rely on a binary separation of resistance and aerobic training. This review proposes a stimulus-based continuum, in which mechanical load, cardiorespiratory strain, metabolic stress, recovery density, and contraction velocity collectively determine physiological adaptations. This framework provides a conceptual basis for designing time-efficient, individualized exercise strategies beyond traditional modality labels in cancer care. Table of Contents Summary: A stimulus-based RT-AT continuum explains overlapping physiological adaptations and guides phenotype-driven exercise prescription in oncology rehabilitation.</p>","PeriodicalId":55157,"journal":{"name":"Exercise and Sport Sciences Reviews","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2026-04-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147700680","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Sex Over Cycle: Sex Differences Outweigh Menstrual Cycle Effects on Human Motor Output.","authors":"Sophia T Jenz, Gregory E P Pearcey","doi":"10.1249/JES.0000000000000390","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1249/JES.0000000000000390","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Females are underrepresented in research often due to concerns about potential variability introduced by the menstrual cycle. Although the cycle influences motor output, these effects are small and inconsistent, and are rarely interpreted relative to sex-related differences. This review compares sex and menstrual cycle effects on motor output, and we hypothesize sex-related differences have a substantially larger influence on motor output than the menstrual cycle.</p>","PeriodicalId":55157,"journal":{"name":"Exercise and Sport Sciences Reviews","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2026-04-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147700821","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Cognitive neuro-electrical activity during preparation for exercise under hyperthermia.","authors":"Manabu Shibasaki, Hiroki Nakata","doi":"10.1249/JES.0000000000000388","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1249/JES.0000000000000388","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Exercise in a hot environment can impair performance due to not only impaired coordination of major physiological systems but also reduced cognitive processing related to the exercise strategy. In this review, we discuss potential factors contributing to reduced exercise performance during excessive brain temperature elevation, with a focus on the functional localization of brain activity. Summary: A localized increase in prefrontal cortex temperature impairs performance in exercises that require cognitive processing.</p>","PeriodicalId":55157,"journal":{"name":"Exercise and Sport Sciences Reviews","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2026-04-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147700801","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Nicholas Blackmond, Juan M Murias, Rogerio Nogueira Soares
{"title":"Reactive Hyperemia: revisiting a key vascular feature of cardiorespiratory fitness.","authors":"Nicholas Blackmond, Juan M Murias, Rogerio Nogueira Soares","doi":"10.1249/JES.0000000000000389","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1249/JES.0000000000000389","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Although flow-mediated dilation (FMD) is a well-established marker of conduit artery endothelial function, it is not optimally suited to detect endurance exercise training-mediated vascular adaptations in healthy individuals. Herein, we evaluate reactive hyperemia (RH), adding resistance-vessel and microvascular responses, as a physiological feature that more closely reflects the peripheral remodeling and physiological environment associated with cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF). SUMMARY: Reactive hyperemia captures training-related vascular adaptations more effectively than conduit artery dilation in healthy endurance-trained individuals.</p>","PeriodicalId":55157,"journal":{"name":"Exercise and Sport Sciences Reviews","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2026-04-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147700816","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Can We Protect Our Hearts by Sweating Out Excess Sodium?","authors":"Jonathan W Hoch, Joseph C Watso","doi":"10.1249/JES.0000000000000383","DOIUrl":"10.1249/JES.0000000000000383","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Excess dietary sodium increases blood pressure during exercise, contributing to an increased risk of future cardiovascular disease. Nine in 10 adults exceed the recommended sodium intake. Dermal excretion through sweating represents a complementary pathway that can excrete sodium independently of the kidneys. This review synthesizes evidence that sweat-inducing interventions could facilitate meaningful sodium losses, representing a novel strategy to attenuate cardiovascular strain.</p>","PeriodicalId":55157,"journal":{"name":"Exercise and Sport Sciences Reviews","volume":" ","pages":"89-98"},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12989138/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146260030","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Sascha Ketelhut, Florian 'Floyd' Mueller, Anna Martin-Niedecken, Diena Rauda, Claudio R Nigg
{"title":"Exergame Snacks: Promoting Enjoyable, Effective, and Time-Efficient Physical Activity.","authors":"Sascha Ketelhut, Florian 'Floyd' Mueller, Anna Martin-Niedecken, Diena Rauda, Claudio R Nigg","doi":"10.1249/JES.0000000000000379","DOIUrl":"10.1249/JES.0000000000000379","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Exercise snacks-brief, vigorous activity bouts-are efficient, but their demanding nature makes adherence difficult. This article introduces the concept of exergame snacks: short, game-based physical activity sessions designed to enhance engagement. By combining gaming's appeal with the health benefits and time efficiency of exercise snacks, this approach offers a promising strategy to boost adherence among individuals who struggle with motivation for traditional exercise .</p>","PeriodicalId":55157,"journal":{"name":"Exercise and Sport Sciences Reviews","volume":" ","pages":"82-88"},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145936472","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Endothelium as a Central Mediator of Exercise-Induced Metabolism and Communication - Corrigendum.","authors":"Siobhan M Craige","doi":"10.1249/JES.0000000000000380","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1249/JES.0000000000000380","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":55157,"journal":{"name":"Exercise and Sport Sciences Reviews","volume":"54 2","pages":"99"},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147437321","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Jeffer Eidi Sasaki, Emerson Sebastião, Robert W Motl
{"title":"Mobile Health for Monitoring and Supporting Mobility in Multiple Sclerosis.","authors":"Jeffer Eidi Sasaki, Emerson Sebastião, Robert W Motl","doi":"10.1249/JES.0000000000000382","DOIUrl":"10.1249/JES.0000000000000382","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This review addresses the use of mHealth for monitoring and supporting mobility in people with multiple sclerosis (MS). We discuss its use for assessing free-living movement behaviors and identifying relevant physical activity metrics for monitoring decrements in real-world mobility in MS. We then provide a rationale for using these metrics to monitor MS progression and severity in the clinical setting.</p>","PeriodicalId":55157,"journal":{"name":"Exercise and Sport Sciences Reviews","volume":" ","pages":"65-73"},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146260098","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Gabriel L Fernandes, Lucas B R Orssatto, François Hug, Gabriel S Trajano
{"title":"Selective Muscle Weakness in Achilles Tendinopathy: Is It Time to Look Beyond the Soleus?","authors":"Gabriel L Fernandes, Lucas B R Orssatto, François Hug, Gabriel S Trajano","doi":"10.1249/JES.0000000000000381","DOIUrl":"10.1249/JES.0000000000000381","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Plantarflexor weakness in Achilles tendinopathy has long been attributed to soleus dysfunction. However, recent neurophysiological and biomechanical evidence challenge this view, suggesting selective deficits in gastrocnemius lateralis muscle-tendon unit. This article reexamines the role of the triceps surae in Achilles tendinopathy and proposes a shift toward assessing gastrocnemius lateralis deficits and targeting rehabilitation to restore its function.</p>","PeriodicalId":55157,"journal":{"name":"Exercise and Sport Sciences Reviews","volume":" ","pages":"74-81"},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146151329","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Seeking the Mechanism for Reversal of Enhanced Insulin Sensitivity after Acute Exercise.","authors":"Haiyan Wang, Gregory D Cartee","doi":"10.1249/JES.0000000000000385","DOIUrl":"10.1249/JES.0000000000000385","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>A single endurance exercise session can elevate subsequent insulin-stimulated glucose uptake by skeletal muscle. Refeeding a high-carbohydrate diet postexercise accelerates the reversal of exercise-enhanced insulin-stimulated glucose uptake. We hypothesize that increased glucose flux through the hexosamine biosynthetic pathway mediates the reversal of postexercise-enhanced insulin-stimulated glucose uptake observed with high dietary carbohydrate intake. Summary: We hypothesize that high-carbohydrate intake postexercise favors greater flux through the hexosamine pathway which speeds reversal of exercise-improved insulin sensitivity.</p>","PeriodicalId":55157,"journal":{"name":"Exercise and Sport Sciences Reviews","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2026-03-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13135378/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147516773","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}