Research Directs in Health Sciences is an open access, double peer-reviewed, internationally published journal, indexed on Google Scholar to track citations, h-index and i10-index for impact. The journal is a Crossref member for digital object identifier (DOI) number assignment and citation tracking.

Research Directs: Publishes manuscripts as they are accepted. Published works are dated by year, volume (issue): manuscript number and DOI number.  Example: 2024, Volume 4 (Issue 1): 3, DOI#.

Publication Timeline: From submission to publication, manuscripts in RDHS take on average less than 35-45 days. Timelines may vary based on reviewer promptness and the time needed for authors to address revisions. 

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Fluctuations in Physical Activity over the Course of the COVID-19 Pandemic

Jessica Smith-Ricketts, Gretchen E. Elsey, David Kohan, Andrew Lepp, Jacob E. Barkley
Abstract 443 | PDF Downloads 252
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Effect of Properly Describing the Borg Rating of Perceived Exertion (RPE) Scale on Heart Rate Response

Khari Dickey, Nicholas Hanson, Rachel Maceri
Abstract 1525 | PDF Downloads 606
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The Association of Hip Strength and Range of Motion with Hip and Groin Pain in Collegiate Ice Hockey Players

William Suits, Stacie Fruth, Paul Whitehead, Kieran Fogarty
Abstract 642 | PDF Downloads 285
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A Preliminary Investigation of Turkesterone: It’s Not Deca

Jose Antonio, Tobin Silver, Ava Lukowiak , Lia Jiannine
Abstract 26517 | PDF Downloads 8116
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Training, Nutrition, and Sports Supplement Strategies of an Elite Female Masters Cyclist: A Case Study

Jose Antonio, Jose Rojas, Jason Curtis, Cassandra Evans, Flavia Pereira
Abstract 1407 | PDF Downloads 588
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Risk of Disordered Eating, Exercise Dependence, Body Dissatisfaction, and Fueling Habits in Masters Trail Runners

Alyssum M. Reno-Smith, Dr. Kelly L. Pritchett, Keely A. Henninger
Abstract 1024 | PDF Downloads 574
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Impact of Firefighting Equipment on Aerobic Performance in the Forestry Step Test in New Firefighter Cadets: A Pilot Study

Ryan Conners, Robert Cochrum, Cristina Northcutt, Haley Radden, Dakota Powell, MaryAnn Wiethop
Abstract 836 | PDF Downloads 602
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Applicability of Ratings of Perceived Exertion as a Measure of Subjective Fatigue in First Responders: An Exploratory Study

Michael Toczko, Dr. Ali Boolani, Dr. Joel Martin
Abstract 717 | PDF Downloads 393
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Qualitative Description of the Exertional Symptoms of Participants with Persistent Symptoms of Lyme Disease during a Low Intensity Resistance Training Intervention

Charlie McMillin, PhD, Dr. Bridget Melton, CSCS*D, TSAC-F*D, EP-C, Nicholas Murray, PhD, Chris D'Adamo, PhD
Abstract 835 | PDF Downloads 394
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Health Science Approaches for Fall and Injury Prevention

Sara Harper
Abstract 584 | PDF Downloads 316
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