Physical performance in persons with spinal cord injuries after discharge from rehabilitation

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The authors investigate the quality of activities of daily living (ADL) in persons with spinal cord injuries following rehabilitation. Physical capacity and performing ADL generally remained constant or improved during the first year following rehabilitation.

author: Van der Woude, Luc H.V., Dallmeijer, Annet J., Hollander, Peter A.P., Angenot, Edmond L.D.
Care and treatment, Research, Sports, Wheelchairs, Activities of daily living, Spinal cord injuries

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Specific fitness training and testing in competitive sports

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This article discusses the training method employed for developing specific motor abilities in tennis players, strength training capabilities in ski jumpers, and for improving training devices for Alpine ski racers.

author: Muller, Erich, Benko, Ulrike, Raschner, Christian, Schwameder, Hermann
Austria, Statistical Data Included, Usage, Observations, Endurance sports, Synthetic training devices, Simulators (Training equipment)

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Evaluation of an upper-body strength test for the cross-country skiing sprint

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The article looks at the development of the upper-body strength in cross-country skiers, an extremely demanding sport.

author: Muller, Erich, Lindinger, Stefan, Stoggl, Thomas
Speed, Skiers

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subjects list: Testing, Physiological aspects, Physical fitness
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