Original Scientific Paper

Field Position- and Training Age-Related Differences in Motor-Cognitive Abilities of 10–17-Year-Old Soccer Players

Peter Kacur¹, Monika Vašková¹, Tomas Elias¹

¹University of Presov, Faculty of Sports, Presov, Slovakia

Sport Mont 2026, 24( 1), 3-10

DOI: 10.26773/smj.260201

Abstract | Article (PDF – 458KB) | References

  Original Scientific Paper

Context is Key: University Sports Practice and its Influence on Sleep Patterns

Pedro Pinheiro Paes¹, Frederico Camarotti Júnior¹, Wlaldemir Roberto dos Santos², Rubem Cordeiro Feitosa¹, Pedro Henrique da Silva Zeferino³, Bruna Daniele Monteiro Lima¹, Byanka Santos Cavalcante de Oliveira¹, Marlene Salvina Fernandes da Costa²

¹Federal University of Pernambuco, Department of Physical Education, Recife, Brazil
²University of Pernambuco, School of Physical Education, Recife, Brazil
³Federal University of Pernambuco, Department of Psychology, Recife, Brazil

Sport Mont 2026, 24( 1), 11-18

DOI: 10.26773/smj.260202

Abstract | Article (PDF – 211KB) | References

  Original Scientific Paper

Relationships of Selected Parameters of Isokinetic Strength and Explosive Power in Mixed Martial Arts Fighters

Tomáš Kozák¹, Monika Vašková², Kristína Němá³, Jaroslav Sučka³, Pavel Ružbarský⁴

¹University of Presov, Faculty of Sports, Department of Sports Kinanthropology, Presov, Slovakia
²University of Presov, Faculty of Sports, Department of Sports Education and Humanistics, Presov, Slovakia
³University of Presov, Faculty of Sports, Department of Educology of Sports, Presov, Slovakia
⁴University of Presov, Faculty of Sports, Department of Sports Kinanthropology, Presov, Slovakia

Sport Mont 2026, 24( 1), 19-25

DOI: 10.26773/smj.260203

Abstract | Article (PDF – 208KB) | References

  Original Scientific Paper

Performance Indicators in Elite Croatian Women’s Handball: A Longitudinal Analysis

Ante Burger¹, Nikola Foretic², Nenad Rogulj²

¹University of Split, Faculty of Health Sciences, Split, Croatia
²University of Split, Faculty of Kinesiology, Split, Croatia

Sport Mont 2026, 24( 1), 27-34

DOI: 10.26773/smj.260204

Abstract | Article (PDF – 209KB) | References

  Original Scientific Paper

Examination of the Relationship Between Attitudes Towards Healthy Nutrition and Sleep Quality: The Role of Lifestyle Factors

Bekir Erhan Orhan¹, Buket Karadağ², Walaa Alkasasbeh³, Aydin Karaçam⁴

¹Istanbul Aydin University, Faculty of Sports Sciences, Istanbul, Turkiye
²Istanbul Aydın University, Faculty of Education, Istanbul, Türkiye
³The University of Jordan, School of Sports Science, Department of Physical Education, Amman, Jordan
⁴Bandırma Onyedi Eylül University, Faculty of Sports Sciences, Balıkesir, Türkiye

Sport Mont 2026, 24( 1), 35-47

DOI: 10.26773/smj.260205

Abstract | Article (PDF – 254KB) | References

  Original Scientific Paper

15-Second Repeated Vertical Jump Models versus Ergometer Approaches for Lower-Limb Average Power Assessment: A Preliminary Exploratory Comparison

Vlad Adrian Geantă^1,2, Pierre Joseph de Hillerin^1,3

¹National University of Science and Technology Politehnica Bucharest, Pitesti University Center, Doctoral School of Sport Science and Physical Education, Pitesti, Romania
²Aurel Vlaicu University of Arad, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, Arad, Romania
³Neuromotrica - Information for Sport and Human Performance Ltd., Bucharest, Romania

Sport Mont 2026, 24( 1), 49-57

DOI: 10.26773/smj.260206

Abstract | Article (PDF – 690KB) | References

  Original Scientific Paper

Cultivating Universal Values through Physical Education Pedagogy

Eko Purnomo¹, Nina Jermaina², Agus Gumilar³

¹Universitas Negeri Padang, Faculty of Sport Science, Department of Coaching, Padang, Indonesia
²Universitas Negeri Padang, Faculty of Sport Science, Department of Sports Education, Padang, Indonesia
³Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Faculty of Sports Education and Health, Department of Physical Education, Sports, and Health

Sport Mont 2026, 24( 1), 59-65

DOI: 10.26773/smj.260207

Abstract | Article (PDF – 196KB) | References

  Original Scientific Paper

Effects of Adaptive Riding on Children with Cerebral Palsy

Kürşat Özcan¹, Hürmüz Koç²

¹Nevsehir Haci Bektas Veli University, Faculty of Education, Department of Physical Education and Sport, Nevsehir, Turkey
²Canakkale Onsekiz Mart University, Faculty of Sport Sciences, Canakkale, Turkiye

Sport Mont 2026, 24( 1), 67-75

DOI: 10.26773/smj.260208

Abstract | Article (PDF – 492KB) | References

  Original Scientific Paper

Effects of a Combined Iyengar Yoga and Yoga Nidra Intervention on Pain, Physiological, and Psychological Outcomes in Older Men with Chronic Low Back Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Ajendra Narayan Samal¹, Shankar Kanagasabapathy², Josyula Tejaswi³, Satheeshkumar Palanivel⁴, Jagadeeswari Suresh⁵, Ibnu Noufal Kambitta Valappil⁶, Mou Pramanik⁷, Karuppasamy Govindasamy⁸, Carmen Magdalena Camenidis⁹, Vlad Adrian Geantă¹⁰

¹Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research, Faculty of Yoga Science and Therapy, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
²Meenakshi Medical College Hospital and Research Institute, Department of Community Medicine, Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, India
³Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education, Department of Physical Education Pedagogy, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, India
⁴Bharathidasan University, Department of Physical Education and Yoga, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, India
⁵Pondicherry University Community College, Department of Physical Education and Yoga, Puducherry, India
⁶Pondicherry University, Department of Physical Education and Sports, Puducherry, India
⁷SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Department of Yoga, Faculty of Science and Humanities, Kattankulathur, Tamil Nadu, India
⁸Symbiosis International (Deemed University), Department of Sports, Recreation and Wellness, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
⁹Ferdinand I School, Bucharest, Romania
¹⁰Aurel Vlaicu University of Arad, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, Arad, Romania

Sport Mont 2026, 24( 1), 77-86

DOI: 10.26773/smj.260209

Abstract | Article (PDF – 1084KB) | References

  Original Scientific Paper

Context is Key: Certain factors that inhibit the success of two- and three-point shots in basketball

Marko Isakovic¹

¹University of Educons, Faculty of Sport and Psychology, Novi Sad, Serbia

Sport Mont 2026, 24( 1), 87-93

DOI: 10.26773/smj.260210

Abstract | Article (PDF – 258KB) | References

  Original Scientific Paper

Effects of Hydrogel-Based Sodium Bicarbonate Supplementation on Cycling Performance and Acid– Base Balance in Trained Cyclists: a Pilot Randomized Crossover Study

Ulisses Nunes Abbud¹, Lennon Pereira Caires¹, Tauana Freitas Casagrande¹, Gloria Elisa Florido Mendes¹, Ludimila Leite Marzochi¹, Mario Abbud-Filho^1,2, Heloisa Cristina Caldas^1,2

¹FAMERP, Medical School of São José do Rio Preto, Laboratory of Immunology and Experimental Transplantation-LITEX, São José do Rio Preto, SP, Brazil
²FUNFARME, Hospital de Base, Organ Transplantation Center, Sao Jose do Rio Preto, SP, Brazil

Sport Mont 2026, 24( 1), 95-102

DOI: 10.26773/smj.260211

Abstract | Article (PDF – 394KB) | References

  Original Scientific Paper

Correlation Between Body Mass Index, Self-Esteem and Stress Among Female Handball Players

Ghazi El-Kailani¹, Ayed Zureigat¹, Khaled Atiyat¹, Nidal ALqasem², Omar A’mir³, Mersal AL-Mersal⁴, Osama Abdel Fattah¹

¹University of Jordan, School of Sports Science, Amman, Jordan
²Palestine Technical Universities –Kadoorie, Tulkarm, Palestine
³Applied Science Private University, Faculty of Arts and Humanities, Department of Physical Education, Amman, Jordan
⁴An-Najah National University, Departments of Physical Education, Nablus, Palestine

Sport Mont 2026, 24( 1), 103-109

DOI: 10.26773/smj.260212

Abstract | Article (PDF – 195KB) | References

  Original Scientific Paper

Acute Effects of Elastic Resistance Band-Based Post-Activation Potentiation Protocol on Explosive Performance in Trained Male Tennis Players

Prashant Kumar Choudhary¹, Suchishrava Choudhary¹, Borko Katanic², Yajuvendra Singh Rajpoot³, Sohom Saha¹, Ritesh Bhardwaj¹, Vlad Adrian Geantă⁴, Robert Citozi⁵

¹Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education, Department of Physical Education Pedagogy, Gwalior, India
²Montenegrin Sports Academy, Podgorica, Montenegro
³Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education, Department of Sports Management and Coaching, Gwalior, India
⁴Aurel Vlaicu University of Arad, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, Arad, Romania
⁵Sport University of Tirana, Faculty of Physical Activity and Recreation, Tirana, Albania

Sport Mont 2026, 24( 1), 111-120

DOI: 10.26773/smj.260213

Abstract | Article (PDF – 278KB) | References

  Original Scientific Paper

Effect of Chronic Beta-Alanine Supplementation on Physical Performance and Lactate Markers in Elite Marathon Runners Living at Altitude: A Randomized Double-Blind Clinical Trial

Topacio D. Torres Vera¹, Antonio Castillo-Paredes², Alexander J. Iman Torres³, Jose J. Narrea Vargas⁴

¹1SportNut, Lima, Perú
²Grupo AFySE, Investigación en Actividad Física y Salud Escolar, Escuela de Pedagogía en Educación Física, Universidad de Las Américas, Santiago, Chile
³Facultad de Industrias Alimentarias, Universidad Nacional de la Amazonía Peruana, Iquitos, Perú
⁴Escuela de Nutrición y Dietética, Universidad Científica del Sur, Lima, Perú

Sport Mont 2026, 24( 1), 121-129

DOI: 10.26773/smj.260214

Abstract | Article (PDF – 248KB) | References

  Original Scientific Paper

Suboptimal Hydration in Collegian Folk Dancers - A Two-Microcycle Assessment of Fluid Intake and Urine Specific Gravity: An Exploratory Study

Adrián Štafura¹, Miloš Štefanovský¹, Bayram Ceylan², Stanislav Kracek³, Matej Chren¹, Martin Belas⁴

¹Comenius University in Bratislava, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, Department of Gymnastics, Dance, Fitness and Combat sports, Bratislava, Slovakia
²Kastamonu University, Faculty of Sport Sciences, Department of Coaching and Education, Kastamonu, Turkiye
³Comenius University in Bratislava, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, Department of Educational Sciences and Humanities of Sport, Bratislava, Slovakia
⁴Comenius University in Bratislava, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, Department of Outdoor Sports and Swimming, Bratislava, Slovakia

Sport Mont 2026, 24( 1), 131-139

DOI: 10.26773/smj.260215

Abstract | Article (PDF – 407KB) | References

  Original Scientific Paper

Attitudes Toward Exercise, Relaxation, and Sleep as Stress Management Strategies among University Undergraduates

Okechukwu Kingsley Oforka^1,2, Amarachi Ejike², Samuel Ifeanyi Dibia², Abdulkareem Babatunde Taiwo³, Perpetua Chinyere Ofili², Amaka Harry Ononuju², Oliver Igwebuike Abbah², Michael Gbemisola Aina⁴

¹University of Houston, College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, Department of Health and Human Performance, Houston, USA
²University of Nigeria, Faculty of Education, Department of Human Kinetics and Health Education, Enugu, Nigeria
³Lagos State University, Faculty of Education, Department of Human Kinetics, Sports and Health Education, Ojo, Lagos, Nigeria
⁴University of Ilorin, Faculty of Education, Department of Human Kinetics, Ilorin, Nigeria

Sport Mont 2026, 24( 1), 141-147

DOI: 10.26773/smj.260216

Abstract | Article (PDF – 272KB) | References

  Original Scientific Paper

Examining Qualitative Changes in Physical Fitness and Body Composition in a School-Based Physical Literacy Intervention: Methodological and Practical Considerations

Damir Sekulic¹, Tomislav Pranjic¹, Ivana Cerkez Zovko², Marin Corluka², Petra Rajkovic Vuletic^1,3

¹University of Split, Faculty of Kinesiology, Split, Croatia
²University of Mostar, Faculty of Science and Education, Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina
³University of Zagreb, Faculty of Kinesiology, Zagreb, Croatia

Sport Mont 2026, 24( 1), 149-158

DOI: 10.26773/smj.260217

Abstract | Article (PDF – 206KB) | References

  Original Scientific Paper

Analyzing Associations Between Health Literacy, Physical Literacy, and Physical Activity: A Structural Comparison of Exercising and Non-Exercising Older Women

Nika Jukic^1,2, Miran Pehar³, Ivan Kvesić³, Dean Kontić⁴, Nataša Zenić⁵

¹Biotrening doo Zagreb, Zagreb, Croatia
²Croatian Lifestyle Medicine Association, Zagreb, Croatia
³University of Mostar, Faculty of Science and Education, Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina
⁴University of Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik, Croatia
⁵University of Split, Faculty of Kinesiology, Split, Croatia

Sport Mont 2026, 24( 1), 159-167

DOI: 10.26773/smj.260218

Abstract | Article (PDF – 254KB) | References

  Original Scientific Paper

Wearable-Monitored External Workload (GPS/GNSS/IMU) and Lower-Limb Muscle Injuries in Football: A Systematic Review and Exploratory Data Synthesis

Yulingga Nanda Hanief¹, Sri Sumartiningsih¹, Setya Rahayu¹, Karol Jaskulski², Hadi¹, Abi Fajar Fathoni¹, Zackary S. Cicone³, Raja Mohammed Firhad Raja Azidin⁴, Awang Firmansyah⁵

¹State University of Semarang, Faculty of Sports Science, Department of Sport Education, Semarang, Indonesia
²Józef Piłsudski University of Physical Education in Warsaw, Warszawa, Poland
³The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, United States
⁴MARA University of Technology, Shah Alam, Malaysia
⁵State University of Surabaya, Surabaya, Indonesia

Sport Mont 2026, 24( 1), 169-178

DOI: 10.26773/smj.260219

Abstract | Article (PDF – 303KB) | References

  Review Paper

Kinematic Parameters of the Kick Start: A Systematic Review

Ivan Matúš¹, Kristína Němá¹, Tomas Elias¹

¹University of Prešov, Faculty of Sport, Department of Educology of Sports, Prešov, Slovakia

Sport Mont 2026, 24( 1), 179-194

DOI: 10.26773/smj.260220

Abstract | Article (PDF – 282KB) | References