About the Journal

Research in Strength and Performance (ISSN: 3069-0765) is an open access, peer-reviewed journal. The journal encourages authors to submit basic and applied research in strength and conditioning and all aspects of sports performance.


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Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025)

Research in Strength and Performance 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.

Manuscripts are published 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 the journal take on average 35-45 days. Timelines may vary based on reviewer promptness and the time needed for authors to address revisions. 

Articles

Acute Effects of Blood Flow Restriction on Blood Lactate Concentration During an Exercise Bout

Foster Dunn, Logan Evans, Hutson Milligan, Wheeler Stoker, Sara Harper
Abstract 13 | PDF Downloads 8

Palm Cooling Between Sets Reduces Perceived Exertion Without Enhancing Performance During High-Load Deadlifts

Jeff Buxton, Jonny Aloi, Ryan Hersey, Hunter Presgrave, Stewart McClain, Nico Flati, Hayden Gerhart, Philip Prins
Abstract 14 | PDF Downloads 17

Trained Runners Need Lower Respiratory Exchange Ratio Criterion During Graded Exercise Tests

Lynnsey R. Bowling, Savanna N. Knight, Eric M. Scudamore, Hunter S. Waldman, Veronika Scudamore, Eric K. O'Neal
Abstract 12 | PDF Downloads 6

Resistance Training vs. Hormone Replacement Therapy: Can Training Offset Perimenopausal Hormonal Shifts?

Dr. Antonella V. Schwarz, Anna L. Oelmann, Dr. Alyssa L. Parten
Abstract 231 | PDF Downloads 134

Does Load Matter? The Effects of Training Load on Injury and Illness in Division I Female Soccer Players

Corbit Franks, Lara Barkesdale, Kaitlyn Armstrong, Jangwoo Jo, Tyler Myers, Tom Andre, Melinda W Valliant, Chip Wade
Abstract 231 | PDF Downloads 209

The Influence of Aerobic Exercise Training on Adipokine Concentrations in Obese Men

Leroy Bolden, Tomas Chapman-Lopez, Dillon Harris, Olivia Russell, Katherine Lee, Mary Pickler, LesLee Funderburk, Andrew Gallucci
Abstract 280 | PDF Downloads 149

Effects of Pre-Run Walk Under Load on Reactive Strength Index, Running Economy, and Performance of Recreationally Competitive, Male Runners

David A. Lara, Savanna N. Knight, Lynnsey R. Bowling, Trace Dominy, Hunter S. Waldman, Eric M. Scudamore, Thomas L. Andre, Eric K. O'Neal
Abstract 217 | PDF Downloads 136
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Scientific Impact

The aim of Research in Strength and Performance is to publish, direct and concise research in strength and conditioning to advance scientific discovery in human performance. While not required, the journal encourages authors to submit "Direct Original Research," which is a compact version of an original research manuscript.