Policy transfer in elite sport development: the case of elite swimming in China
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DOI: 10.1080/16184742.2019.1572768
Abstract: This article explores policy transfer in the context of (non-professional) elite sport development through a detailed examination of Chinese elite swimming organisations since the early 2000s. The ... read more here.
Keywords: elite swimming; elite sport; sport development; policy transfer ... See more keywords
Cartilage abnormalities and osteophytes in the fingers of elite sport climbers: An ultrasonography-based cross-sectional study
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DOI: 10.1080/17461391.2019.1631389
Abstract: ABSTRACT The impact of extensive loads on the cartilage of the proximal interphalangeal- (PIP) and distal interphalangeal (DIP) joints of the fingers in elite sport climbers are relatively unknown. The purpose of this study was… read more here.
Keywords: dip joints; sport climbers; fingers elite; elite sport ... See more keywords
Mapping the potential societal impacts triggered by elite sport: a conceptual framework
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DOI: 10.1080/19406940.2019.1581649
Abstract: ABSTRACT When nations face the challenge of justifying their elite sport development policies, they tend to state that a wide range of societal benefits will ‘trickle down’. This argument, however, is being criticised by academics… read more here.
Keywords: societal impacts; elite sport; potential societal; sport ... See more keywords
Biomarkers in elite sport: Where innovations in technology and application combine
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DOI: 10.1113/ep087556
Abstract: Regardless ofwhether or notwe are directly involved in elite sport, the vast majority of us can appreciate the extraordinary level of physical training necessary to compete at an Olympic or Paralympic Games. To provide a… read more here.
Keywords: injury illness; training; elite sport; technology ... See more keywords
Effect of Elite Sport on Physical Activity Practice in the General Population: A Systematic Review.
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DOI: 10.1123/jpah.2022-0123
Abstract: BACKGROUND Our study investigated the effect of elite sport on physical activity (PA) practice in the general population. METHODS Structured Boolean searches were conducted across 5 electronic databases (PubMed, JSTOR, Web of Science, SPORTDiscus, and… read more here.
Keywords: elite sport; effect elite; sport; general population ... See more keywords
Performance Leadership and Management in Elite Sport: A Black and White Issue or Different Shades of Grey?
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DOI: 10.1123/jsm.2017-0296
Abstract: In this study, the authors interviewed Olympic athletes about their perceptions of their leaders and managers, with a particular focus on perceptions of negatively valenced and socially undesirable... read more here.
Keywords: performance leadership; elite sport; management; sport ... See more keywords
Transwomen in elite sport: scientific and ethical considerations
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DOI: 10.1136/medethics-2018-105208
Abstract: The inclusion of elite transwomen athletes in sport is controversial. The recent International Olympic Committee (IOC) (2015) guidelines allow transwomen to compete in the women’s division if (amongst other things) their testosterone is held below… read more here.
Keywords: transwomen elite; sport scientific; elite sport; advantage ... See more keywords
How elite sport helps to foster and maintain a neoliberal culture: The ‘branding’ of Melbourne, Australia
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DOI: 10.1177/0042098019830853
Abstract: This article explores the role that elite sport has played in the State Government of Victoria’s (Australia) neoliberal agenda of creating an environment conducive to commercial activity. Adopting an urban entrepreneurial approach of selling the… read more here.
Keywords: state; foster maintain; elite sport; helps foster ... See more keywords
[Left ventricular deformation: similarities and dissimilarities in elite sport activity- and acromegaly-related abnormalities.]
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DOI: 10.1556/650.2023.32720
Abstract: INTRODUCTION Acromegaly is a chronic endocrine disorder, which produces a significant amount of human growth hormone and consequently insulin-like growth factor in adulthood due to a tumor in the pituitary gland. If left untreated, it… read more here.
Keywords: elite athletes; similarities dissimilarities; sport activity; left ventricular ... See more keywords
Is There a Reformation Into Identity Achievement for Life After Elite Sport? A Journey of Identity Growth Paradox During Liminal Rites and Identity Moratorium
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DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2021.644839
Abstract: Athletes’ identity development upon retirement from elite sport was examined through a model of self-reformation that integrates and builds on the theoretical underpinnings of identity development and liminality, while advancing seven propositions and supporting conceptual… read more here.
Keywords: identity growth; elite sport; sport; life elite ... See more keywords
Understanding the complexity of provincial-level elite sport policy change: The case of Shanghai municipality
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DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2022.1044479
Abstract: The analysis of elite sport policy changes at the provincial level remains relatively uncharted territory despite the substantial contributions of provincial-level elite sport to national elite sport success. Data were gathered from semistructured face-to-face interviews… read more here.
Keywords: sport policy; provincial level; policy; elite sport ... See more keywords