Sports Science Research Archive
Summaries and analysis of key research papers in sports science, VBT, and performance measurement.
Eccentric Training for Injury Prevention: Research Review and Protocols
Comprehensive review of eccentric training for injury prevention. Covers hamstring, patellar tendon, and Achilles protocols backed by clinical research, with practical programming guidelines.
Foam Rolling Performance and Recovery: Latest Research Conclusions
Latest meta-analysis on actual effects of foam rolling (self-myofascial release) on performance and recovery.
HIIT vs LISS Cardio for Fat Loss: Which Is More Effective?
Direct research comparison of HIIT and LISS cardio effectiveness for fat loss.
Minimum Dose for Strength Maintenance: How Little Can Preserve Strength?
Research synthesis on whether once-weekly single sets can maintain strength — minimum effective dose.
Leucine Threshold and Muscle Protein Synthesis: The Truth About 2.5g Per Meal
Research on 2.5-3g leucine per meal threshold for maximizing MPS with practical diet application.
Sleep Deprivation Effects on Strength and Performance: Research Synthesis
Research on acute and chronic effects of 4-6 hour sleep on strength, power, reaction time, and hormones.
Squat Depth and Hypertrophy: Full vs Half Squat Direct Comparison
Latest research directly comparing quad and glute hypertrophy in parallel, full, and half squats.
Time Under Tension and Hypertrophy: Does Tempo Really Matter?
Latest meta-analysis on eccentric, isometric, and concentric TUT effects on hypertrophy.
Velocity Loss Fatigue Monitoring: Research on VL% Accuracy
Research validating how accurately intra-set velocity loss percentage correlates with actual fatigue level.
Free Weights vs Machines: Which Builds More Muscle?
Research directly comparing hypertrophy effects of barbells/dumbbells vs machines with optimal use scenarios.
Inter-Individual Response Variability: Why Same Program Produces Different Results
High responder vs low responder differences and individualization strategies for training programs.
Muscle Fiber Type Shifting: Can Training Convert IIx to IIa?
Mechanisms of resistance training-induced fiber type transitions (IIx→IIa) and programming implications.