Sports Kinesiology: Concepts and Applications in Improving the Physical and Mental Health of Athletes
Keywords:
sports kinesiology, physical health, mental health, biomechanics, exercise physiology, athlete well-being
Abstract
This study aims to analyze the concept and application of sports kinesiology in improving athletes’ physical and mental health through a multidisciplinary approach encompassing biomechanics, physiology, neuromuscular control, and sports psychology. The research employs a descriptive literature review method by examining scientific studies published between 2020 and 2025. Findings indicate that the application of kinesiological principles significantly enhances muscle strength, movement efficiency, postural balance, and reduces injury risk. Moreover, kinesiology-based interventions contribute to improved emotional regulation, self-confidence, and athletes’ psychological well-being. The integration of technologies such as wearable sensors, 3D motion capture, and AI-based biomechanical modeling further strengthens kinesiology’s effectiveness in monitoring and personalizing training programs. Therefore, sports kinesiology serves as an essential scientific foundation for developing training systems that focus not only on performance but also on holistic physical and mental health balance in athletes.
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Clarkson, B. G., & Beauchamp, M. R. (2024). The psychological effects of kinesiology-based awareness training in athletes: A mind-body approach. Journal of Sport Behavior, 47(1), 58–73. https://doi.org/10.1123/jsb.2024-0009
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Cortis, C., Tessitore, A., & Minganti, C. (2023). Wearable electromyography and motion capture in applied kinesiology: A technological review. Sensors, 23(18), 7822. https://doi.org/10.3390/s23187822
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Giovanelli, N., & Cappellini, G. (2024). Applied Biomechanics in Sports Performance, Injury Prevention, and Rehabilitation. Applied Sciences, 14(24), 11623. https://doi.org/10.3390/app142411623
Hollings, S. C., & Jaspers, R. T. (2023). Biomechanical efficiency and fatigue reduction through kinesiology-informed training design. Journal of Applied Biomechanics, 39(4), 251–265. https://doi.org/10.1123/jab.2023-0021
Jensen, A., & Madsen, P. (2024). Application of 3D motion capture in kinesiology for biomechanical assessment of athletes. Sensors, 24(5), 2431. https://doi.org/10.3390/s24052431
Kimura, H., Takahashi, R., & Ito, S. (2024). Neuromotor control and stress regulation through kinesiology-based training in elite athletes. Frontiers in Physiology, 15, 1489321. https://doi.org/10.3389/fphys.2024.1489321
Liang, J., Wang, Z., & Zhang, Q. (2023). Kinesiology and self-regulation: The psychophysiological mechanisms underlying stress resilience in athletes. Psychology of Sport and Exercise, 66, 102427. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.psychsport.2023.102427
Menzies, C., & Morton, R. (2023). Kinesiology and exercise physiology integration: Enhancing endurance and aerobic efficiency in professional athletes. European Journal of Sport Science, 23(11), 1890–1903. https://doi.org/10.1080/17461391.2023.2230985
Meyer, P., Rössler, R., & Bizzini, M. (2023). Integrative kinesiology in sports injury rehabilitation and performance enhancement. European Journal of Sport Science, 23(9), 1812–1824. https://doi.org/10.1080/17461391.2023.2228744
Neal, R. J., Blazevich, A. J., & Bishop, C. (2024). Kinesiological foundations of performance enhancement in elite athletes. Frontiers in Sports Science, 3, 1392156. https://doi.org/10.3389/fspor.2024.1392156
Ortega, A., & Blanco, V. (2023). Rehabilitative applications of kinesiology in chronic sports injuries. Physical Therapy in Sport, 62, 205–217. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ptsp.2023.07.012
Perera, D., Subramaniam, V., & Fernando, P. (2024). Wearable EMG systems for kinesiology-based personalized athletic monitoring. Sensors, 24(7), 3624. https://doi.org/10.3390/s24073624
Rahmani, M., Rezaei, A., & Talebian, S. (2025). AI-assisted biomechanical modeling in sports kinesiology for injury prediction and movement analysis. Computers in Biology and Medicine, 173, 108460. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compbiomed.2025.108460
Rattray, B., Clifford, T., & McNaughton, L. (2025). Neuro-kinesiological approaches to performance enhancement and motor adaptation. Frontiers in Sports Science, 4, 1528703. https://doi.org/10.3389/fspor.2025.1528703
Robergs, R. A., & Keteyian, S. J. (2023). Kinesiology and Exercise Physiology: Integrative Mechanisms for Human Performance. Human Kinetics Review, 12(1), 55–69. https://doi.org/10.1123/hkr.2023-0009
Rossi, F., Bianchi, L., & D’Amico, A. (2025). Movement awareness training and reduction of psychological fatigue in athletes. International Journal of Sport Psychology, 56(1), 77–92. https://doi.org/10.7352/ijspsych.2025.56.77
Schoenfeld, B. J., Contreras, B., & Krieger, J. W. (2023). Functional movement and resistance training: A kinesiological perspective. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 37(9), 1734–1745. https://doi.org/10.1519/JSC.0000000000004483
Taylor, D., Williams, A., & Chen, Y. (2024). Digital biomechanics in kinesiology: Joint health and performance optimization. Journal of Biomechanics and Movement Analysis, 57, 110–125. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2024.110125
van der Woude, L., Hendriks, K., & Otten, E. (2024). Movement variability and neuromuscular adaptability in sports kinesiology. Sports Biomechanics, 23(6), 785–800. https://doi.org/10.1080/14763141.2024.2278805
Wang, C., Zhao, F., & Liu, T. (2024). Metabolic adaptations and physiological benefits of kinesiology-integrated training in endurance athletes. Frontiers in Physiology, 15, 1399782. https://doi.org/10.3
Published
2025-12-06
How to Cite
Asri Awal. (2025). Sports Kinesiology: Concepts and Applications in Improving the Physical and Mental Health of Athletes. Journal Physical Health Recreation (JPHR), 6(1), 321-330. https://doi.org/10.55081/jphr.v6i1.5233
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