Minas A. Mina

Convergence of Artificial Intelligence and Wearables in Strength Training and Performance Monitoring: A Scoping Review

Eleftherios Fyntikakis, Spyridon Plakias, Themistoklis Tsatalas, Minas A. Mina et autres

Background: Strength training (ST) is essential for enhancing athletic performance and reducing injury risk, yet traditional monitoring relies heavily on subjective assessment, limiting objective and individualized evaluation. Objective: This scoping review critically synthesizes current applications of artificial intelligence (AI) and wearable technologies …

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Influence of Intended Slow and Fast Eccentric Back Squat Velocity on Subsequent Countermovement Jump Performance

Artemis Zarkadoula, Themistoklis Tsatalas, Anthony D Kay, Anthony J. Blazevich et autres

Background: The back squat is a key strength and conditioning exercise used to develop lower-limb strength and power, yet little is known about how movement velocity influences its acute performance-enhancing effects, such as improvements in countermovement jump height and power. The present …

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Artificial Intelligence in the Diagnosis of Neurological Diseases Using Biomechanical and Gait Analysis Data: A Scopus-Based Bibliometric Analysis

Aikaterini A. Tsiara, Spyridon Plakias, Christos Kokkotis, Aikaterini Veneri et autres

Neurological diseases are increasingly diverse and prevalent, presenting significant challenges for their timely and accurate diagnosis. The aim of the present study is to conduct a bibliometric analysis and literature review in the field of neurology to explore advancements in the application …

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Artificial Intelligence in the Diagnosis of Neurological Diseases Using Biomechanical Data: A Scopus-Based Bibliometric Analysis

Aikaterini A. Tsiara, Spyridon Plakias, Christos Kokkotis, Aikaterini Veneri et autres

Neurological diseases are increasingly diverse and prevalent, presenting significant challenges for timely and accurate diagnosis. The aim of the present study is to conduct a bibliometric analysis and literature review in the field of neurology to explore advancements in the application of …

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The Impact of Heat Exposure on the Health and Performance of Soccer Players: A Narrative Review and Bibliometric Analysis

Spyridon Plakias, Themistoklis Tsatalas, Minas A. Mina, Christos Kokkotis et autres

The impact of heat exposure on the health and performance of soccer players is a widely discussed topic. The purpose of this study is to provide a comprehensive overview of the international literature that has addressed this issue. To achieve this objective, …

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The effect of terroir on volatilome fingerprinting and qualitative attributes of non‐irrigated grapes reveals differences on glycosylated aroma compounds

Egli C. Georgiadou, Minas A. Mina, Nicolas Valanides, Anna‐Maria Taliadοrou et autres

Abstract BACKGROUND ‘Xynisteri’ is considered as the reference white grape cultivar in Cyprus with remarkable adaptation to adverse edaphoclimatic conditions and appreciable oenological properties that renders it as an appropriate cultivar for studies within a global context due to climate change. To …

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A Bibliometric Analysis of Soccer Biomechanics

Spyridon Plakias, Themistoklis Tsatalas, Minas A. Mina, Christos Kokkotis et autres

Soccer biomechanics is a field that applies principles of mechanics to improve performance and reduce the risk of injury for soccer players. The purpose of this research is to perform a mapping review of the existing knowledge in the current literature, identify …

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The Influence of Unstable Load and Traditional Free-Weight Back Squat Exercise on Subsequent Countermovement Jump Performance

Renata Jirovska, Anthony D Kay, Themistoklis Tsatalas, Alex J. Van Enis et autres

The purpose of the present study was to examine the effects of a back squat exercise with unstable load (UN) and traditional free-weight resistance (FWR) on subsequent countermovement jump (CMJ) performance. After familiarisation, thirteen physically active males with experience in resistance training …

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Loaded countermovement jump exercise using elastic bands potentiates subsequent jump performance following a comprehensive task-specific warm-up

Minas A. Mina, Anthony J Blazevich, Themistoklis Tsatalas, Giannis Giakas et autres

INTRODUCTION: Performing voluntary muscle actions using elastic bands (EB) to precondition the muscle in combination with free-weight (FW) resistance, can alter the loading characteristics of these actions to impose a greater mechanical stimulus and increase subsequent performance [1]. These actions can precondition …

The beneficial effect of leaf removal during fruit set on physiological, biochemical, and qualitative indices and volatile organic compound profile of the Cypriot reference cultivar ‘Xynisteri’

Egli C. Georgiadou, Minas A. Mina, Varnavas Neoptolemou, Stéfanos Koundouras et autres

Abstract Background ‘Xynisteri’ is the reference Cypriot white cultivar that, despite its significant societal and economic impact, is poorly characterized regarding its qualitative properties, while scarce information exists regarding its aroma profile. In the current study, the effect of leaf removal during …

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Feasibility, Psychosocial Effects, Influence, and Perception of Elastic Band Resistance Balance Training in Older Adults

Nichola M. Davis, Andy Pringle, Anthony D Kay, ANTHONY JOHN BLAZEVICH et autres

This study utilised feedback from older adults during balance-challenging, elastic band resistance exercises to design a physical activity (PA) intervention. METHODS: Twenty-three active participants, aged 51-81 years, volunteered to perform a mini balance evaluation test and falls efficacy scale, and completed a …

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Metataxonomic Analysis of Grape Microbiota During Wine Fermentation Reveals the Distinction of Cyprus Regional terroirs

Eleni Kamilari, Minas A. Mina, Christos Karallis, Dimitrios Tsaltas

Wine production in Cyprus has strong cultural ties with the island’s tradition, influencing local and foreign consumers’ preferences and contributing significantly to Cyprus’ economy. A key contributor to wine quality and sensorial characteristics development is the microbiota that colonizes grapes and performs …

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