Fatigue has been defined differently in the literature depending on the field of research. The
inconsistent use of the term fatigue complicated scientific communication, thereby limiting …

Background Despite a substantial body of research, no clear best practice guidelines exist
for the assessment of hydration in athletes. Body water is stored in and shifted between …

Weight-category sports are defined by the requirement of a weigh-in before competition to
provide performance equity and reduced injury risks by eliminating size discrepancies …

In combat sports, athletes are divided into categories based on gender and body mass.
Athletes attempt to compete against a lighter opponent by losing body mass prior to being …

Rapid weight loss (RWL) is commonly practiced among judo athletes. Although it helps them
to gain the advantage over their lighter opponents, previous studies have shown that RWL …

Competition between athletes and an increase in sporting knowledge have greatly
influenced training methods while increasing the number of them more and more. As a …

The effects of acute dehydration on neuromuscular function have been studied. However,
whether the mechanisms underpinning such function are central or peripheral is still being …

Most combat sports (CS) are structured in weight categories, and it is very common to carry
out body weight adjustment strategies in order to compete in lower weight categories. For …

Bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) is a method used to estimate body composition, and
it relies mainly on the body's water content. Insufficient body water can introduce bias to …

Combat sports encompass a range of sports, each involving physical combat between
participants. Such sports are unique, with competitive success influenced by a diverse range …