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- Comparative analysis of cyclist energy cost and drag: able-bodied vs. shoulder amputee cyclists using computational fluid dynamicsPublication . Sampaio, Tatiana; Morais, Jorge; Marinho, D.A.; Barbosa, Tiago M.; Monteiro, António M.; Forte, PedroIn cycling, drag is the force that opposes the cyclist’s motion and is caused by the cyclist’s and their equipment’s interaction with the air. The surface area of the cyclist and their equipment, such as the bike, helmet, and body postures, substantially impact how much drag they encounter. This study compared the energy cost (Ec) of an able-bodied and shoulder amputee cyclist through numerical simulations using computer fluid dynamics (CFD). According to the hypothesis, an able-bodied cyclist may use more energy at a given speed than an able-bodied cyclist. For this study, a professional male cyclist who weighs 65 kg and is 1.72 m tall took part. The estimated Ec was lower for a shoulder amputee in comparison to an able-bodied cyclist. Significant statistical differences and relationships were found between the cyclists for the 11 selected speeds. Altogether, this study allows us to conclude that, for the same conditions, an able-bodied cyclist delivers less Ec in comparison to a shoulder amputee. Such knowledge contributes to understanding cycling performance and may inform training, equipment design, and energy optimisation strategies for diverse cyclist populations.
- No me muevo, no puedo dormir-me caigo: una revisión y metanálisis del ejercicio físico en el equilibrio y la calidad del sueñoPublication . Forte, Pedro; Barbosa, Tiago M.; Monteiro, António M.; Pecos-Martín, DanielThis systematic review and meta-analysis aim assess the impact estimation of physical exercise on sleep quality and balance in older adults. A rigorous literature search adhering to PRISMA guidelines was conducted across Web of Science, Scopus, and PubMed databases, yielding a total of 3885 articles. Following stringent inclusion and exclusion criteria, 14 articles were selected for analysis, with 4 ultimately meeting eligibility criteria. Participant ages were above 61 years old, varying sex distributions and intervention parameters. Assessment instruments included measures of balance, sleep quality, and physical fitness. The studies employed a range of exercise interventions, including whole-body vibration, forest therapy, structured physical activity, and traditional Chinese Qigong, to enhance balance, physical function, and sleep quality in older adults. Results indicate significant improvements in sleep quality, balance, and physical fitness following exercise interventions. Notably, interventions were found to alleviate sleeping issues and enhance physical performance. Significant small effect was showed of the exercise and physical activity in aged people balance and sleep quality. These findings underpin the potential of physical exercise in promoting overall well-being and functional capacity in aging populations.
- Prevalence of Type 2 Diabetes Risk in a Higher Education Community of North-Eastern Portugal: a Prospective Cross-sectional Observational AnalysisPublication . Duarte, Carlos Manuel Teixeira; Magalhães, Pedro; Saldanha, Laissa de Sousa; Teixeira, José Eduardo; Bragada, José A.Type 2 diabetes (T2D) is considered one of the most prevalent diseases worldwide. The aim of this study was to analyse the risk of developing T2D in a higher education community of Bragança, North-Eastern Portugal. The observational, cross-sectional and prospective sample comprised 3021 individuals, aged between 18 and 64 years old, of whom 1759 were women (mean age 24.16 ± 8.80 years) and 1263 were men (mean age 23.37 ± 8.70 years). The Finnish Diabetes Risk Score (FINDRISC) questionnaire was employed to estimate the risk of developing T2D over the next 10 years. The results indicated that approximately 37 (1%) participants in the sample exhibited a high risk of developing T2D, 117 (4%) participants exhibited a moderate risk, 660 (22%) participants exhibited a slight risk, and 2206 (73%) participants exhibited a low risk. A higher T2D risk was observed in the staff group in comparison with the other groups (p < 0.001). Furthermore, body mass index (BMI) and waist circumference (WC) were the variables that most contributed to the increased risk of developing T2D (X2 = 1034.5; p < 0.001). Conclusions: In conclusion, the study reported a low T2D risk for the higher education community of Bragança in the Portuguese North-Eastern region. However, the risk of T2D was found to be higher in the staff group than in the student group. The FINDRISK questionnaire may be applied for the early diagnosis of T2D risk factors.