Browsing by Author "Gill, Nicholas D."
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The effects of menstrual cycle phase on physical performance in female rugby athletes: A case-study
(Sport and Exercise Science New Zealand, 2021)Limited research exists on the effects of menstrual phase on athletic performance in team sport athletes. In this case-study we investigated the potential effect of menstrual cycle phase on several physical qualities in ... -
The Efficacy of Wrestling-Style Compression Suits to Improve Maximum Isometric Force and Movement Velocity in Well-Trained Male Rugby Athletes
(Frontiers Media, 2017)Purpose: The prevalence of compression garment (CG) use is increasing with athletes striving to take advantage of the purported benefits to recovery and performance. Here, we investigated the effect of CG on muscle force ... -
Hamstrings injury incidence, risk factors, and prevention in Rugby Union players: a systematic review
(Taylor & Francis Ltd, 2021)Background Hamstring strain injuries are one of the most common injuries in Rugby Union, representing up to 15% of all injuries sustained. We aimed to systematically review and summarize the scientific literature that ... -
The Influence of COVID-19 lockdown restrictions on perceived nutrition habits in rugby union players
(Frontiers Media SA, 2020)The global outbreak of COVID-19 has led to governments and local authorities implementing nationwide lockdowns in an attempt to encourage social distancing and minimize the spread of the virus. Only essential businesses ... -
The Influence of Full-Time Holistic Support Delivered by a Sports Nutritionist on Within-Day Macronutrient Distribution in New Zealand Provincial Academy Rugby Union Players.
(2022-12-21)Dietary intake is an important consideration for rugby union ('rugby') players to ensure substrate provision for optimal performance and facilitate recovery. Within-day meal distribution is especially important for athletes, ...
