Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): Physical Education and Sports: Studies and Research

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This issue has been available online since March 3rd, 2026, for the April issue. It features contributions from 33 authors representing Greece, Indonesia, Italy, and the Republic of Korea. The issue includes a diverse range of article types, namely Editorial, Opinion, Article Commentary, Literature Review, and Original Research, reflecting the journal’s commitment to accommodating various forms of scholarly discourse.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56003/pessr.v5i1

Published: 2026-03-03

Editorial

Integrity in the age of AI: navigating authorship, accountability and ethical publishing

DOI : 10.56003/pessr.v5i1.720

Yulingga Nanda Hanief ⁽¹⁾

(1) Universitas Negeri Malang, Indonesia

106-112

Abstract : 44

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DOI : 10.56003/pessr.v5i1.720

Opinion

Reclaiming the value of qualitative analysis in sports performance research

DOI : 10.56003/pessr.v5i1.672

Spyridon Plakias ⁽¹⁾

(1) Department of Physical Education and Sport Science, University of Thessaly, Greece

1-6

Abstract : 264

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DOI : 10.56003/pessr.v5i1.672

Original Research

Improving physical self-perception and health-related fitness through gamification in physical education: A cluster randomized controlled trial

DOI : 10.56003/pessr.v5i1.677

Ferdinando Cereda ⁽¹⁾

(1) The Catholic University of the Sacred Heart in Milan, Italy

7-27

Abstract : 151

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DOI : 10.56003/pessr.v5i1.677
The combination of plyometric and ladder drills can improve acceleration and footwork skills in badminton players

DOI : 10.56003/pessr.v5i1.669

Muhammad Labib Siena Ar Rasyid ⁽¹⁾, Oce Wiriawan ⁽²⁾, Afif Rusdiawan ⁽³⁾, Laily Mita Andriana ⁽⁴⁾, Enarnimas Dwi Ratna Damayanti ⁽⁵⁾

(1) Department of Sports Coaching Education, Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences, Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Indonesia ,

(2) Department of Sports Coaching Education, Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences, Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Indonesia ,

(3) Department of Sports Science, Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences, Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Indonesia ,

(4) Department of Sports Coaching Education, Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences, Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Indonesia ,

(5) Department of Sports Coaching Education, Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences, Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Indonesia

28-39

Abstract : 149

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DOI : 10.56003/pessr.v5i1.669
Associations between physical activity intensity and motor balance in elementary school students: A sequential explanatory mixed-methods study

DOI : 10.56003/pessr.v5i1.706

Fahrurrohman Firdaus ⁽¹⁾, Indra Safari ⁽²⁾, Rizal Ahmad Fauzi ⁽³⁾

(1) Indonesian University of Education, Indonesia ,

(2) Indonesian University of Education, Indonesia ,

(3) Indonesian University of Education, Indonesia

47-56

Abstract : 44

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DOI : 10.56003/pessr.v5i1.706
The effect of game-based learning variations on elementary school students’ straddle jump gymnastics skills

DOI : 10.56003/pessr.v5i1.705

Fadhilah Nurwahid ⁽¹⁾, Rizal Ahmad Fauzi ⁽²⁾, Adang Sudrazat ⁽³⁾

(1) Indonesian University of Education, Indonesia ,

(2) Indonesian University of Education, Indonesia ,

(3) Indonesian University of Education, Indonesia

57-67

Abstract : 52

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DOI : 10.56003/pessr.v5i1.705
Comparative analysis of plantar pressure distribution among football players across playing positions: A cross-sectional study

DOI : 10.56003/pessr.v5i1.692

Arif Pristianto ⁽¹⁾, Anindya Maghfira Zain ⁽²⁾, Farid Rahman ⁽³⁾, Pungki Indarto ⁽⁴⁾, Anugrah Nur Warthadi ⁽⁵⁾

(1) Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta, Indonesia ,

(2) Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta, Indonesia ,

(3) Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta, Indonesia ,

(4) Department of Sport Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta, Indonesia ,

(5) Department of Sport Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta, Indonesia

68-81

Abstract : 41

PDF : 13
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DOI : 10.56003/pessr.v5i1.692
Performance determinants in tropical trail running: Race result analysis of the 5K and 10K Merapi Merbabu de Trail 2025

DOI : 10.56003/pessr.v5i1.699

Siti Baitul Mukarromah ⁽¹⁾, Sugiarto Sugiarto ⁽²⁾, Gustiana Mega Anggita ⁽³⁾, Sri Agus Budi Santoso ⁽⁴⁾, Sangheon Park ⁽⁵⁾, Ambar Dwi Erawati ⁽⁶⁾, Rikha Liemiyah ⁽⁷⁾, Aziiz Mardanarian Rosdianto ⁽⁸⁾, Ronny Lesmana ⁽⁹⁾, Faisyal Syofian ⁽¹⁰⁾

(1) Universitas Negeri Semarang, Indonesia ,

(2) Universitas Negeri Semarang, Indonesia ,

(3) Universitas Negeri Semarang, Indonesia ,

(4) Tarra Adventure, Boyolali Regency, Central Java Province, Indonesia ,

(5) Korea Institute of Sport Science, Seoul, Korea, Republic of ,

(6) Widya Husada Semarang University, Indonesia ,

(7) Universitas Dian Nuswantoro, Indonesia ,

(8) Universitas Padjajaran, Indonesia ,

(9) Universitas Padjajaran, Indonesia ,

(10) Universitas Islam Sultan Agung, Indonesia

82-92

Abstract : 25

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DOI : 10.56003/pessr.v5i1.699

Literature Reviews

Motor activity and foreign language learning in preschool: A review of movement-based and total physical response interventions

DOI : 10.56003/pessr.v5i1.694

Manuela Valentini ⁽¹⁾, Nausicaa Simone ⁽²⁾, Alessandro Beretta ⁽³⁾

(1) Department of Humanities, University of Urbino Carlo Bo, Italy ,

(2) Department of Humanities, University of Urbino Carlo Bo, Italy ,

(3) Department of Humanities, University of Urbino Carlo Bo, Italy

93-105

Abstract : 14

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DOI : 10.56003/pessr.v5i1.694

Article Commentary

Mislabeling latent variables in factor analysis applied to football playing style research: A commentary

DOI : 10.56003/pessr.v5i1.693

Spyridon Plakias ⁽¹⁾

(1) Department of Physical Education and Sports, University of Thessaly, Greece

40-46

Abstract : 73

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DOI : 10.56003/pessr.v5i1.693

Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): Physical Education and Sports: Studies and Research

Current Issue

Editorial

Integrity in the age of AI: navigating authorship, accountability and ethical publishing

Opinion

Reclaiming the value of qualitative analysis in sports performance research

Original Research

Improving physical self-perception and health-related fitness through gamification in physical education: A cluster randomized controlled trial

The combination of plyometric and ladder drills can improve acceleration and footwork skills in badminton players

Associations between physical activity intensity and motor balance in elementary school students: A sequential explanatory mixed-methods study

The effect of game-based learning variations on elementary school students’ straddle jump gymnastics skills

Comparative analysis of plantar pressure distribution among football players across playing positions: A cross-sectional study

Performance determinants in tropical trail running: Race result analysis of the 5K and 10K Merapi Merbabu de Trail 2025

Literature Reviews

Motor activity and foreign language learning in preschool: A review of movement-based and total physical response interventions

Article Commentary

Mislabeling latent variables in factor analysis applied to football playing style research: A commentary

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Psychosocial predictors of academic achievement in physical education among Indonesian university students: Testing the mediating role of mental toughness

Professional and Elite Young Soccer Players: Differences in Functional Movement ScreenTM Values

Predictors of cardiorespiratory endurance in martial arts athletes: A path analysis of body composition, hemoglobin, and motivation

Analysis of Game Variables and Influence on Defensive Success in Elite Handball

Association between External Load and Injury Incidence in Professional and Elite-Youth Football Players

An Examination of Meaningful Experiences During Sport Education

First Aid Skills of Pre-Service Physical Education Teachers at Batangas State University

Immediate effect of thoracic spinal manipulation versus passive stretching on upper trapezius pain in university students: A randomized controlled trial

Correlation Between Blood Lactate and Salivary Biomarkers During Exercise in Women with Hypothyroidism Treated With L-Thyroxine

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Total 15 Author's Countries
	Bangladesh	(1)
	Brazil	(8)
	Greece	(1)
	Indonesia	(107)
	Italy	(7)
	Malaysia	(5)
	Mali	(1)
	Morocco	(3)
	Netherlands	(5)
	Philippines	(34)
	Saudi Arabia	(1)
	South Africa	(1)
	South Korea	(1)
	Spain	(1)
	United States	(1)