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{"title":"Immersive Virtual Reality Decreases Work Rate and Manipulates Attentional Focus During Self-Regulated Vigorous Exercise.","authors":"Andrew Ray Moore, Brooke An Shaohua Butler","doi":"10.1080/02701367.2024.2356893","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/02701367.2024.2356893","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>To determine the effect of immersive virtual reality use on finishing time of a vigorous-intensity self-regulated exercise task, and on relevant psychological variables. Healthy untrained adults (<i>N</i> = 21; 10 men/11 women; age = 22.9 ± 7.2 years; BMI = 24.0 ± 4.5 kg/m²) completed 1500-m exercise bouts on a rowing ergometer in a counterbalanced and randomized order, with and without use of a headset-delivered virtual reality fitness program. Heart rate, rating of perceived exertion, affective valence, and attentional focus were collected every 300 m, in addition to finishing time. Data were analyzed with repeated measures as appropriate. Intensity of both exercise bouts was considered vigorous according to heart rate results (>77% maximal heart rate). Finishing time was faster in the control condition (449.57 ± 82.39 s) than in the virtual reality condition (463.00 ± 91.78 s), <i>p</i> = .007. Compared to the control condition, the virtual reality condition was characterized by a more external attentional focus (52.38 ± 18.22 vs. 38.76 ± 17.81, <i>p</i> < .001). No differences were observed for remaining variables as a result of condition (<i>p</i> > .05 for all). When a headset-delivered VR program was used during a self-regulated vigorous-intensity exercise task, participants were 13.6 seconds (~3%) slower than in a control condition. Attentional focus was manipulated to be more external with VR use, which may have ultimately distracted from the exercise objective. Recommendations for selecting an appropriate virtual reality experience for a given exercise task are discussed.</p>","PeriodicalId":94191,"journal":{"name":"Research quarterly for exercise and sport","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-06-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141474175","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The Relationship Between Individually Assessed High-Intensity Accelerations, High-Intensity Decelerations, Sprints, and Technical Performances During Soccer Matches: A Full Season Analysis.","authors":"Hugo Silva, Fábio Yuzo Nakamura, Gibson Praça, João Ribeiro, Rui Marcelino","doi":"10.1080/02701367.2024.2353713","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/02701367.2024.2353713","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Purpose:</b> This longitudinal study analyzed the relationship between players' physical (sprint distances, number of high-intensity accelerations and decelerations assessed with individual and relative thresholds) and technical (retrieved from SofaScore platform) performances during competition. <b>Methods:</b> Twenty elite players were monitored across a full season. Physical performances were monitored with GNSS devices, retrieving time (s), velocity (km.h^-1) and distance (m). Sprint distances were calculated as > 80% of the match peak speed registered across the season. High-intensity accelerations and decelerations were calculated as >75% of the peak values registered across the season. Pearson (<i>r</i>) correlations (with 95% confidence intervals) were calculated to assess the relationship among different physical performance variables and between the physical and technical performance variables. <b>Results:</b> Sprint distances correlated with the number of ball touches (<i>r =</i> -0.36 [-0.49, -0.23], <i>p</i> < .001), accurate passes (<i>r =</i> -0.45 [-0.56, -0.32], <i>p</i> < .001), and dribble attempts (<i>r =</i> 0.30 [0.16, 0.43], <i>p</i> < .001). If players touched the ball more frequently and pass the ball more accurately, they covered shorter sprint distances. However, if players attempted more dribbles, they covered longer sprint distances. <b>Conclusion:</b> Practitioners can develop tactical strategies considering the relationship between sprint distances and technical variables such as ball touches, accurate passes, and dribble attempts.</p>","PeriodicalId":94191,"journal":{"name":"Research quarterly for exercise and sport","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-06-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141437925","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Cross-Education of Skill: Assessment of Overhand Throwing Using Product- and Process-Oriented Assessment.","authors":"Genc Dapi, Daniel J Cleather, Maeve Murray","doi":"10.1080/02701367.2024.2347990","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/02701367.2024.2347990","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Purpose</b>: The aims of the present study were to: (1) investigate the magnitude and direction of the cross-education effect in a unilateral sport skill (overhand throw) and (2) to establish which practice condition (dominant hand only or alternating hands) would yield the best results. <b>Methods</b>: The study involved three experimental groups of 11-year-old children (<i>n</i> = 59). The first group (<i>n</i> = 20) used only the dominant hand to throw the ball. The second group (<i>n</i> = 19) used the nondominant hand only, while the third (<i>n</i> = 20) alternated hands for each throw. A pre- and post-testing of both hands preceded and followed the intervention period. <b>Results</b>: The results of our study revealed no asymmetry in cross-education effect between the limbs for children's overhand ball throwing. It was also shown that training both hands is superior to training the dominant hand alone. <b>Conclusion</b>: Our findings would be of particular interest to physical education teachers and coaches of unilateral sports who are advised to review their unilateral skill teaching methods as bilateral training offers a superior approach to augmenting the process of motor learning and performance.</p>","PeriodicalId":94191,"journal":{"name":"Research quarterly for exercise and sport","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-06-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141437924","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviors Trends Among Black High School Students, 2009-2019.","authors":"Tienna Fenton, Elena Bastida","doi":"10.1080/02701367.2024.2351903","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/02701367.2024.2351903","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Purpose:</b> Physical inactivity and sedentary behaviors are key contributors to the rising rates of childhood obesity. Though many adolescents are aware of the benefits of exercise, youth in America are not sufficiently active. This study examined changes in physical activity (PA), physical education (PE), and sedentary behaviors among Black adolescents. <b>Methods:</b> Pooled data from Black high school students (<i>n</i> = 2,233) who completed the Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS) from 2009-2019 in Broward County, Florida, were analyzed. Logistic and linear regression models examined trends in selected physical activity indicators. <b>Results:</b> There were no significant changes in recommended physical activity levels (<i>p</i> = .829), daily physical activity (<i>p</i> = .44), PE class attendance (<i>p</i> = .054), or the average number of days of PA engagement (<i>p</i> = .304) for this time period. However, there was a significant decline in daily PE class attendance, the average number of days of PE attendance, and excessive television watching (<i>p</i> < .001). There were also increases in excessive video gaming and computer usage (<i>p</i> = .002). <b>Conclusion:</b> Adolescents' physical activity behaviors have not declined substantially over the past decade. However, sedentary behaviors, such as computer use and video gaming, have markedly increased. Results presented here should assist in broadening the understanding of Black adolescents' views on weight and physical activity and developing local programs and interventions to promote regular physical activity aimed at this population.</p>","PeriodicalId":94191,"journal":{"name":"Research quarterly for exercise and sport","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-06-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141433719","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Goldfit Soccer: A Multidimensional Model for Talent Identification of Young Soccer Players.","authors":"Francisco Zacaron Werneck, Emerson Filipino Coelho, Marcelo de Oliveira Matta, Rodrigo César Pedrosa Silva, António José Barata Figueiredo","doi":"10.1080/02701367.2024.2347983","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/02701367.2024.2347983","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Studies have provided empirical evidence on the prognostic relevance of test batteries and the \"coach's eye\" for talent identification. The aims were 1) to compare objective and subjective assessments as well as a combined soccer-specific potential index between future selected and non-selected players and 2) to evaluate the prognostic validity of a multidimensional model as a tool for talent identification in soccer. The sample was composed by 132 male players (14,5 ± 1,4 years; regional competitive level) from U13 to U17 age groups of a Brazilian soccer talent development program. Athletes completed a multidimensional test battery and were subjectively rated by their coaches for sporting potential. Players' success was evaluated five years later and was operationalized by achieving under-20 category of the Brazilian Championship or adult professional level (success rate, 15.9%). Confirming univariate prognostic validity, future selected outperformed non-selected players regarding 20-m sprint (<i>p</i> = .009), agility (<i>p</i> = .04), countermovement jump (<i>p</i> = .04), sit-and-reach (<i>p</i> = .001), Yo-Yo IR1 (<i>p</i> = .001), dribbling (<i>p</i> < .001), perceived competence (<i>p</i> = .007), peaking under pressure (<i>p</i> = .01), confidence/motivation (<i>p</i> = .03), coping skills (<i>p</i> = .03), intangibles (<i>p</i> < .001) and player potential (<i>p</i> < .001). A combined index (objective tests, athlete's assessments and coach's eye) named Gold Score Soccer (GSS) showed high prognostic validity (<i>p</i> < .001). A binary logistic regression estimated the probability of success (yes/not) with GSS, ambidextrous and predicted age at peak height velocity as predictors. This multidimensional model named GoldFit Soccer showed high prognostic validity (sensitivity = 85.7%; specificity = 83.8%; accuracy = 84.1%; area under the ROC curve = .93 [.87-.98]). Thus, GoldFit Soccer is a valid multidimensional scientific model for talent identification in soccer.</p>","PeriodicalId":94191,"journal":{"name":"Research quarterly for exercise and sport","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-06-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141422370","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"A Comparison of Methods to Identify the Mean Response Time of Ramp-Incremental Exercise for Exercise Prescription.","authors":"Nikan Behboodpour, Brayden Halvorson, Juan M Murias, Daniel Keir, Glen Belfry","doi":"10.1080/02701367.2024.2346137","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/02701367.2024.2346137","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Introduction:</b> The oxygen uptake (<math><mrow><mrow><mover><mrow><mi>V</mi></mrow><mo>˙</mo></mover></mrow></mrow></math>O₂) vs power output relationship from ramp incremental exercise is used to prescribe aerobic exercise. As power output increases, there is a delay in <math><mrow><mrow><mover><mrow><mi>V</mi></mrow><mo>˙</mo></mover></mrow></mrow></math>O₂ that contributes to a misalignment of <math><mrow><mrow><mover><mrow><mi>V</mi></mrow><mo>˙</mo></mover></mrow></mrow></math>O₂ from power output; the mean response time (MRT). If the MRT is not considered in exercise prescription, ramp incremental-identified power outputs will elicit <math><mrow><mrow><mover><mrow><mi>V</mi></mrow><mo>˙</mo></mover></mrow></mrow></math>O₂ values that are higher than intended. We compared three methods of determining MRT (exponential modeling (MRT_EXP), linear modeling (MRT_LIN), and the steady-state method (MRT_SS)) and evaluated their accuracy at predicting the <math><mrow><mrow><mover><mrow><mi>V</mi></mrow><mo>˙</mo></mover></mrow></mrow></math>O₂ associated with power outputs approximating 75% and 85% of gas exchange threshold and 15% of the difference between gas exchange threshold and maximal <math><mrow><mrow><mover><mrow><mi>V</mi></mrow><mo>˙</mo></mover></mrow></mrow></math>O₂ (Δ15). <b>Methods:</b> Ten males performed a 30-W∙min^-1 ramp incremental and three 30-min constant power output cycle ergometer trials with intensities at 75% gas exchange threshold, 85% gas exchange threshold, and ∆15. At each intensity, the measured steady-state <math><mrow><mrow><mover><mrow><mi>V</mi></mrow><mo>˙</mo></mover></mrow></mrow></math>O₂ during each 30-min test was compared to the <math><mrow><mrow><mover><mrow><mi>V</mi></mrow><mo>˙</mo></mover></mrow></mrow></math>O₂ predicted after adjustment by each of the three MRTs. <b>Results:</b> For all three MRT methods, predicted <math><mrow><mrow><mover><mrow><mi>V</mi></mrow><mo>˙</mo></mover></mrow></mrow></math>O₂ was not different (<i>p</i> = 1.000) from the measured <math><mrow><mrow><mover><mrow><mi>V</mi></mrow><mo>˙</mo></mover></mrow></mrow></math>O₂ at 75%GET (MRT_EXP, 31 mL, MRT_LIN, -35 mL, MRT_SS 11 mL), 85%gas exchange threshold (MRT_EXP -14 mL, MRT_LIN -80 mL, MRT_SS -32 mL). At Δ15, predicted <math><mrow><mrow><mover><mrow><mi>V</mi></mrow><mo>˙</mo></mover></mrow></mrow></math>O₂ based on MRT_EXP was not different (<i>p</i> = .767) from the measured <math><mrow><mrow><mover><mrow><mi>V</mi></mrow><mo>˙</mo></mover></mrow></mrow></math>O₂, but was different for MRT_LIN (<i>p</i> < .001) and MRT_SS (<i>p</i> = .03). <b>Conclusion:</b> Given that the intensity is below gas exchange threshold, all model predictions implemented from t","PeriodicalId":94191,"journal":{"name":"Research quarterly for exercise and sport","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-06-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141422369","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"A Data-Driven Approach to Predicting Recreational Activity Participation Using Machine Learning.","authors":"Seungbak Lee, Minsoo Kang","doi":"10.1080/02701367.2024.2343815","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/02701367.2024.2343815","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Purpose:</b> With the popularity of recreational activities, the study aimed to develop prediction models for recreational activity participation and explore the key factors affecting participation in recreational activities. <b>Methods:</b> A total of 12,712 participants, excluding individuals under 20, were selected from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) from 2011 to 2018. The mean age of the sample was 46.86 years (±16.97), with a gender distribution of 6,721 males and 5,991 females. The variables included demographic, physical-related variables, and lifestyle variables. This study developed 42 prediction models using six machine learning methods, including logistic regression, Support Vector Machine (SVM), decision tree, random forest, eXtreme Gradient Boosting (XGBoost), and Light Gradient Boosting Machine (LightGBM). The relative importance of each variable was evaluated by permutation feature importance. <b>Results:</b> The results illustrated that the LightGBM was the most effective algorithm for predicting recreational activity participation (accuracy: .838, precision: .783, recall: .967, F1-score: .865, AUC: .826). In particular, prediction performance increased when the demographic and lifestyle datasets were used together. Next, as the result of the permutation feature importance based on the top models, education level and moderate-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) were found to be essential variables. <b>Conclusion:</b> These findings demonstrated the potential of a data-driven approach utilizing machine learning in a recreational discipline. Furthermore, this study interpreted the prediction model through feature importance analysis to overcome the limitation of machine learning interpretability.</p>","PeriodicalId":94191,"journal":{"name":"Research quarterly for exercise and sport","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-06-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141322266","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Feasibility and Effects of a Neuromuscular Warm-Up Based on the Physical Literacy Model for 8-12-Year-Old-Children.","authors":"John A Jimenez-Garcia, Alejandro Gómez-Rodas, Richard DeMont","doi":"10.1080/02701367.2024.2343361","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/02701367.2024.2343361","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background:</b> Physical literacy and injury prevention strategies use similar movement-related constructs and can be connected to develop comprehensive interventions. We aimed to test the feasibility and effects of a neuromuscular warm-up based on physical literacy and injury prevention strategies for 8-12-year-old children. <b>Methods:</b> We conducted a cluster non-randomized controlled trial. We defined a priori feasibility criteria and studied the effects of the intervention on physical literacy constructs, movement competence, and neuromuscular performance. We used generalized linear mixed models controlling for covariates and clustering with a significance level of 0.001. <b>Results:</b> We recruited 18 groups (<i>n</i> = 363) and randomly allocated nine to intervention (<i>n</i> = 179; female = 63.7%, age = 9.8 ± 1 years) and nine to control (<i>n</i> = 184, female = 53.3%, age = 9.9 ± 0.9 years). We met four of seven feasibility criteria (i.e. recruitment, adherence, enjoyment, perceived exertion). The three feasibility criteria that were not met (i.e. compliance, fidelity, follow-up) were slightly below the predefined threshold (90%). Model-adjusted mean differences for physical literacy constructs, movement competence, vertical jump height, horizontal jump distance, 20-m sprint time, and dynamic balance favored the intervention (<i>p</i> < .001). <b>Conclusion:</b> The feasibility evidence indicates that the intervention should be slightly modified before implementing it in a larger study. The observed mean differences are promising and can be used in planning future interventions.</p>","PeriodicalId":94191,"journal":{"name":"Research quarterly for exercise and sport","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-06-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141263685","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Dose-Response Effects on LBP, Sleep, and Depression of Online Pre-Partum and Post-Partum Pilates-Based Programs.","authors":"A Manca, M Meloni, L Ventura, G Consoli, S Fenu, G Mura, F Deriu, L Cugusi","doi":"10.1080/02701367.2024.2340047","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/02701367.2024.2340047","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Purpose:</b> Pilates-based programs can help pregnant women deal with the physical and psychological burden derived by major changes in their body. This study was designed to primarily test, in pregnant women, the dose-response and health effects of both pre-partum and post-partum, online Pilates-based program on weight control, low back pain (LBP) severity, sleep disturbances, mood and depression levels. <b>Methods:</b> A total of 136 pregnant women were screened for eligibility (low-risk pregnancy; aged 18-45 years; single pregnancy; 20-28-week gestational age, normal BMI). Participants completed an online Pilates-based program during pregnancy and after delivery, through an online platform guided by a Pilates, Yoga and Lagree certified instructor. Main outcomes (weight control, LBP disability, sleep quality, mood, and mental health) were assessed at baseline and at the completion of pre- and post-partum programs. <b>Results:</b> Regarding pre-partum, significant gains in weight were observed only in low- and intermediate-amount exercisers. Only high-amount exercisers did not display significant increase in LBP-related disability (+42.7%; <i>p</i> = .21) unlike low (+12.2%; <i>p</i> < .0001) and intermediate exercisers (+9.6%; <i>p</i> < .0001). Sleep disturbances increased significantly in low- (+24.3%; <i>p</i> = .005) but not in intermediate- (+4.6%; <i>p</i> = .50) and high-amount exercisers (-0.1%; <i>p</i> = .91). Regardless of the amount of exercise, depression scores improved in all groups. Following post-partum intervention (<i>n</i> = 40), only intermediate-amount exercisers showed significant reductions in sleep disturbances (-24.1%; <i>p</i> = .003) and depression (15.9%; <i>p</i> = .04). <b>Conclusions:</b> Approximately 270 min/week of an online Pilates-based program were needed to prevent LBP worsening, and sleep deterioration in pregnant women. A different pattern was outlined for those women resuming the Pilates-based intervention at post-partum, with 150 min/week emerging as the \"dose\" of exercise capable of inducing the largest improvements in LBP, sleep, and mood disturbances.</p>","PeriodicalId":94191,"journal":{"name":"Research quarterly for exercise and sport","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-06-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141249283","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Visually-Induced Motor Imagery Effects on Motor Adaptation to Reverse Steering Cycling. A Randomized Controlled Trial.","authors":"Daniel Muñoz-García, J Ignacio Serrano, Raúl Ferrer-Peña, Victor d'Eudeville, Marta Brero, Maxime Boisson, M Dolores Del Castillo","doi":"10.1080/02701367.2023.2252479","DOIUrl":"10.1080/02701367.2023.2252479","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Purpose:</b> First, testing an intervention of neuromodulation based on motor imagery and action observation as a promoter of motor adaptation of a complex motor task involving balance. Second, determining what prior balance factors can affect the motor adaptation task. <b>Methods:</b> A double-blind randomized controlled trial was performed. Forty-eight healthy subjects were recruited. The balance of all participants during gait and standing was assessed before adapting to the complex, multi-limb motor task of riding an inverse steering bicycle (ISB). Two interventions were carried out interleaved among trials of adaptation to the motor task: the experimental group (<i>n</i> = 24) was asked to perform neuromodulation (EN) by watching first-person ISB riding through immersive VR glasses and, simultaneously, mentally mimicking the movements. The control group (CG) was asked to watch a slideshow video of steady landscape images. <b>Results:</b> The results showed that the EN group did not improve the motor adaptation rate and induced higher adaptation times with respect to the CG. However, while the motor adaptation success showed a significant dependence on the prior proprioceptive participation in balance in the CG, the EN group did not present any relationship between the prior balance profile and motor adaptation outcome. <b>Conclusions:</b> Results point to a benefit of the visually guided neuromodulation for the motor adaptation of the subjects with low participation of proprioception in balance. Moreover, the results from the control group would allow to disclose prognostic factors about the success of the motor adaptation, and also prescription criteria for the proposed neuromodulation based on the balance profile.</p>","PeriodicalId":94191,"journal":{"name":"Research quarterly for exercise and sport","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"41224384","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}