Mário C Espada
Biographic Data
| ID | 2769736 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Mário C Espada |
| GIVEN NAMES | Mário C |
| FAMILY NAME | Espada |
| SIGNATURE | ESPADA M C |
| AFFILIATIONS | Life Quality Research Centre |
| ORCID | 0000-0002-4524-4784 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 13 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 0 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 13 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2021 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 0 |
Performance analysis of the taekwondo pushing kick (Miluh-chagi) in adolescent black belts
Introduction Taekwondo, a Korean martial art and Olympic sport since the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games, emphasizes kicking skills for optimal performance. The pushing kick (Miluh-chagi) targets the opponent's midsection or head and follows a linear path. It is a standard push kick in Taekwondo and can score points like other techniques. This study aimed to analyse the technical performance indicators during the execution of the pushing kick (lifecycl…
Evolution of documents related to performance in boccia: A paralympic sport bibliometric analysis
Background The purpose of this study was to develop a bibliometric review of literature related to Boccia, aiming to analyse relevant information related to the adapted sport, and determine the existing relationships/networks between the different authors and countries, as well as methodological procedures of publications. Methods The Web of Science database was used, considering the keywords “Boccia” OR “Bocha” AND “Sport”, applying the filter “…
Evolution of documents related to strength training research on competitive swimmers: A bibliometric review
Background: The purpose of this study is to conduct a bibliometric and scoping review to map the evolution of scientific literature on strength training in competitive swimmers. Methods: Web of Science database was used considering the time frame between 1980 and 2024. The following terms were used to search documents: "swimmers", "strength", and "training". A total of 460 documents were included for statistical analysis. Results: Until 2000, few…
Evaluating the Effects of Sensorimotor Training on the Physical Capacities of Older People
Background: Physical activity (PA) plays a crucial role in improving the quality of life (QoL) in older people, particularly by enhancing their balance and movement coordination. Objective: This study aimed to assess the effects of sensorimotor training intervention in older adults. Methods: A total of 90 participants, divided into a Control Group (n = 44) and Experimental Group (n = 46) were involved in a 24-week sensorimotor training program. T…
Comparison of external load during differing microcycle structures across two competitive seasons in elite female Portuguese soccer players
This study aimed to: (i) compare the accumulated load between three and four training sessions per week plus a match across two consecutive seasons in elite female soccer players, and (ii) compare the training/match ratio (TMr) of external load. Data from 10 players in each season were analysed during the study period. The microcycle structure of the first season included three training sessions (3dW) and a match per week, while the second season…
Influye el Ciclo Menstrual en el Rendimiento Deportivo de las Jugadoras de Voleibol? Un Estudio Piloto
Analysis of the evolution of the number of federation licenses in Spain (2009-2021)
Sport is defined as all physical activities aimed at improving physical fitness, developing social skills or acquiring positive achievements in competitions at another level. The celebration of the 1992 Olympic Games in Barcelona led to an increase in the number of federations licenses in Spain. Therefore, the aim of this study is to analyse and understand the evolution of the number of federation licenses in Spain according to the sport discipli…
Analysis of the shots in Football for blind people in the 2021 World Grand Prix
The present study analyses all in-game goal kicks (n = 424) in 5-a-side football for blind people in the international tournament World Grand Prix 2021, held in Tokyo (Japan). For this purpose, the IOLF5C instrument was used, which consists of 14 variables to analyse the effectiveness of shooting at goal. A descriptive study and association between the independent variables of the analysis (contextual and game actions), and the study variable (re…
The Effect of Handlebar Height and Bicycle Frame Length on Muscular Activity during Cycling: A Pilot Study
The cycling literature is filled with reports of electromyography (EMG) analyses for a better understanding of muscle function during cycling. This research is not just limited to performance, as the cyclist’s goal may be rehabilitation, recreation, or competition, so a bicycle that meets the rider’s needs is essential for a more efficient muscular activity. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to understand the contribution of the activity o…
Single- and Multi-Joint Maximum Weight Lifting Relationship to Free-Fat Mass in Different Exercises for Upper- and Lower-Limbs in Well-Trained Male Young Adults
This study aimed to analyze whether the relationship between regional and whole-body fat-free mass (FFM) and strength is related to FFM distribution and area according to limb involvement. Thirty well-trained male young adults underwent one-repetition maximum test (1RM) to assess the strength in arm curl (AC), bench press (BP), seated row (SR), leg press 45° (LP45), knee extension (KE), and leg curl (LC). Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry was used…
Analysis of Progressive Muscle Relaxation on Psychophysiological Variables in Basketball Athletes
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of a progressive muscle relaxation program on psychological (stress levels, anxiety, and mood states) and physiological (blood pressure and heart rate) variables in basketball athletes. Fifty-nine basketball players, aged 14 to 19 years, and members of Bauru Basket team, were recruited for this study and grouped into control group (CG, n = 30) and intervention group (IG, n = 29). The participa…
The Relationship between VO2 and Muscle Deoxygenation Kinetics and Upper Body Repeated Sprint Performance in Trained Judokas and Healthy Individuals
The present study sought to investigate if faster upper body oxygen uptake (VO 2 ) and hemoglobin/myoglobin deoxygenation ([HHb]) kinetics during heavy intensity exercise were associated with a greater upper body repeated-sprint ability (RSA) performance in a group of judokas and in a group of individuals of heterogenous fitness level. Eight judokas (JT) and seven untrained healthy participants (UT) completed an incremental step test, two heavy i…
Can an Incremental Step Test Be Used for Maximal Lactate Steady State Determination in Swimming? Clues for Practice
We aimed to compare the velocity, physiological responses, and stroke mechanics between the lactate parameters determined in an incremental step test (IST) and maximal lactate steady state (MLSS). Fourteen well-trained male swimmers (16.8 ± 2.8 years) were timed for 400 m and 200 m (T 200 ). Afterwards, a 7 × 200-m front-crawl IST was performed. Swimming velocity, heart rate (HR), blood lactate concentration (BLC), stroke mechanics, and rate of p…
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Can an Incremental Step Test Be Used for Maximal Lactate Steady State Determination in Swimming? Clues for Practice
We aimed to compare the velocity, physiological responses, and stroke mechanics between the lactate parameters determined in an incremental step test (IST) and maximal lactate steady state (MLSS). Fourteen well-trained male swimmers (16.8 ± 2.8 years) were timed for 400 m and 200 m (T 200 ). Afterwards, a 7 × 200-m front-crawl IST was performed. Swimming velocity, heart rate (HR), blood lactate concentration (BLC), stroke mechanics, and rate of p…
The Effect of Handlebar Height and Bicycle Frame Length on Muscular Activity during Cycling: A Pilot Study
The cycling literature is filled with reports of electromyography (EMG) analyses for a better understanding of muscle function during cycling. This research is not just limited to performance, as the cyclist’s goal may be rehabilitation, recreation, or competition, so a bicycle that meets the rider’s needs is essential for a more efficient muscular activity. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to understand the contribution of the activity o…
Single- and Multi-Joint Maximum Weight Lifting Relationship to Free-Fat Mass in Different Exercises for Upper- and Lower-Limbs in Well-Trained Male Young Adults
This study aimed to analyze whether the relationship between regional and whole-body fat-free mass (FFM) and strength is related to FFM distribution and area according to limb involvement. Thirty well-trained male young adults underwent one-repetition maximum test (1RM) to assess the strength in arm curl (AC), bench press (BP), seated row (SR), leg press 45° (LP45), knee extension (KE), and leg curl (LC). Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry was used…
Analysis of Progressive Muscle Relaxation on Psychophysiological Variables in Basketball Athletes
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of a progressive muscle relaxation program on psychological (stress levels, anxiety, and mood states) and physiological (blood pressure and heart rate) variables in basketball athletes. Fifty-nine basketball players, aged 14 to 19 years, and members of Bauru Basket team, were recruited for this study and grouped into control group (CG, n = 30) and intervention group (IG, n = 29). The participa…
The Relationship between VO2 and Muscle Deoxygenation Kinetics and Upper Body Repeated Sprint Performance in Trained Judokas and Healthy Individuals
The present study sought to investigate if faster upper body oxygen uptake (VO 2 ) and hemoglobin/myoglobin deoxygenation ([HHb]) kinetics during heavy intensity exercise were associated with a greater upper body repeated-sprint ability (RSA) performance in a group of judokas and in a group of individuals of heterogenous fitness level. Eight judokas (JT) and seven untrained healthy participants (UT) completed an incremental step test, two heavy i…
Analysis of the evolution of the number of federation licenses in Spain (2009-2021)
Sport is defined as all physical activities aimed at improving physical fitness, developing social skills or acquiring positive achievements in competitions at another level. The celebration of the 1992 Olympic Games in Barcelona led to an increase in the number of federations licenses in Spain. Therefore, the aim of this study is to analyse and understand the evolution of the number of federation licenses in Spain according to the sport discipli…
Analysis of the shots in Football for blind people in the 2021 World Grand Prix
The present study analyses all in-game goal kicks (n = 424) in 5-a-side football for blind people in the international tournament World Grand Prix 2021, held in Tokyo (Japan). For this purpose, the IOLF5C instrument was used, which consists of 14 variables to analyse the effectiveness of shooting at goal. A descriptive study and association between the independent variables of the analysis (contextual and game actions), and the study variable (re…
Evolution of documents related to performance in boccia: A paralympic sport bibliometric analysis
Background The purpose of this study was to develop a bibliometric review of literature related to Boccia, aiming to analyse relevant information related to the adapted sport, and determine the existing relationships/networks between the different authors and countries, as well as methodological procedures of publications. Methods The Web of Science database was used, considering the keywords “Boccia” OR “Bocha” AND “Sport”, applying the filter “…
Evolution of documents related to strength training research on competitive swimmers: A bibliometric review
Background: The purpose of this study is to conduct a bibliometric and scoping review to map the evolution of scientific literature on strength training in competitive swimmers. Methods: Web of Science database was used considering the time frame between 1980 and 2024. The following terms were used to search documents: "swimmers", "strength", and "training". A total of 460 documents were included for statistical analysis. Results: Until 2000, few…
Evaluating the Effects of Sensorimotor Training on the Physical Capacities of Older People
Background: Physical activity (PA) plays a crucial role in improving the quality of life (QoL) in older people, particularly by enhancing their balance and movement coordination. Objective: This study aimed to assess the effects of sensorimotor training intervention in older adults. Methods: A total of 90 participants, divided into a Control Group (n = 44) and Experimental Group (n = 46) were involved in a 24-week sensorimotor training program. T…
Comparison of external load during differing microcycle structures across two competitive seasons in elite female Portuguese soccer players
This study aimed to: (i) compare the accumulated load between three and four training sessions per week plus a match across two consecutive seasons in elite female soccer players, and (ii) compare the training/match ratio (TMr) of external load. Data from 10 players in each season were analysed during the study period. The microcycle structure of the first season included three training sessions (3dW) and a match per week, while the second season…
Influye el Ciclo Menstrual en el Rendimiento Deportivo de las Jugadoras de Voleibol? Un Estudio Piloto
Performance analysis of the taekwondo pushing kick (Miluh-chagi) in adolescent black belts
Introduction Taekwondo, a Korean martial art and Olympic sport since the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games, emphasizes kicking skills for optimal performance. The pushing kick (Miluh-chagi) targets the opponent's midsection or head and follows a linear path. It is a standard push kick in Taekwondo and can score points like other techniques. This study aimed to analyse the technical performance indicators during the execution of the pushing kick (lifecycl…
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