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European Journal of Sport Science

European Journal of Sport Science is an open access journal and the official journal of the European College of Sport Science. It publishes multidisciplinary articles on topics of contemporary importance across applied sport science, biomechanics and motor control, physiology and nutrition, psychology, social sciences and humanities, and sport and exercise medicine and health, and promotes high standards of scientific study and scholarship.

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Subject Sport Sciences
Impact Factor 3
Quartile Q1
Open Access Type Open
ISSN 1746-1391
eISSN 1536-7290
Invitation Only No
Cost Range Article Publication Charge applies for accepted papers; waivers or discounts may be available through institutions, funders, or country waivers.

Submission Instructions

European Journal of Sport Science accepts the following article types. Click on an article type to view submission instructions.

Original Paper

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract Original Papers must include an unstructured abstract. Abstract must not exceed 250 words. Abstract must be unstructured.
Manuscript Original Papers must not exceed 5,000 words excluding the abstract, highlights, figure/table captions, figures and tables, and reference list. Main body must be formatted as introduction, materials & methods, results, discussion, and conclusion. Manuscript must include up to five keywords, and any use of AI tools must be transparently described in the Methods or Acknowledgements section.
References References may be submitted in any citation style if used consistently throughout the manuscript. References must be included in the main document file and formatted consistently throughout the manuscript.
Figures & Tables Manuscripts may be submitted with figures and tables embedded in an editable manuscript file or as separate files. Figures and tables must have legends, and tables must include a title and footnotes.
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Review

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract An unstructured abstract is required for Reviews. Abstract must not exceed 250 words. Abstract must be unstructured.
Manuscript Review manuscripts must not exceed 6,500 words. Main body must be formatted as introduction, materials & methods, results, discussion, and conclusion. Main document must include up to five keywords, and any use of AI tools in developing the manuscript must be described transparently and in detail in the Methods or Acknowledgements section.
References References may be submitted in any citation style or format as long as it is used consistently throughout the manuscript. References must be included in the main document file.
Figures & Tables Figures should be supplied as separate files, while tables may be included in the manuscript. Figures and tables must have legends, and tables must be complete with a title and footnotes.
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Recent Publications

The Effect of CYP1A2 Gene Polymorphisms on Caffeine Pharmacokinetics and Exercise Performance in Male Recreational Athletes

Chloe Masters, Ajmol Ali, Claire Badenhorst, Martin Dickens, Kay Rutherfurd‐Markwick

10.1002/ejsc.70203
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Issue Information

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10.1002/ejsc.70187
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Effects of a 4‐Week Multi‐Exercise Isometric Resistance Training Programme on Resting and Ambulatory Blood Pressure in Normotensive Adults

Ben H. Wright, Mark R. Antrobus, Peter G. W. Jones, Anthony W. Baross

10.1002/ejsc.70202
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Physical Fitness and Device‐Based Moderate‐to‐Vigorous Physical Activity and Risk of Long‐Term Sickness Absence—A Prospective Cohort Study With 8‐Year Follow‐Up

Valtteri Pohjola, Katariina Sarttila, Suvi Parikka, Annamari Lundqvist, Jouni Lahti

10.1002/ejsc.70201
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From Intention to Execution: Pre‐Race Nutrition Behaviours, Influences, and Performance Outcomes in Female Endurance Athletes at the IRONMAN World Championships

Harvey O. Fortis, Amy E. Whitehead, Colum J. Cronin, Kelsie O. Johnson, Sam O. Shepherd, Anthony C. Hackney, Graeme L. Close, Juliette A. Strauss

10.1002/ejsc.70193
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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to publish?

Submission to first decision (median): 17 days; Submission to acceptance (median): 219 days; Acceptance to publication (median): 19 days.

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What are the publication costs?

No submission fee. Article Processing Charge applies if the manuscript is accepted and published; waivers or discounts may be available through institutions, funders, or country waivers.

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Research Topics

Sports Performance and Training Sports injuries and prevention Cardiovascular and exercise physiology Sport Psychology and Performance Muscle metabolism and nutrition Exercise and Physiological Responses Physical Activity and Health Motivation and Self-Concept in Sports Lower Extremity Biomechanics and Pathologies Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet Muscle activation and electromyography studies Heart Rate Variability and Autonomic Control Cardiovascular Effects of Exercise Thermoregulation and physiological responses Behavioral Health and Interventions Sports Dynamics and Biomechanics Sports Analytics and Performance Children's Physical and Motor Development Motor Control and Adaptation Occupational Health and Performance Winter Sports Injuries and Performance Body Composition Measurement Techniques Adipose Tissue and Metabolism Genetics and Physical Performance Balance, Gait, and Falls Prevention

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