Anders Bergmark’s research while affiliated with Lund University and other places

... Conversely, during SIT and HD, the surface exposed to the airstream is characterized by a combination of several unsteady and scattered surfaces defined by the projection of the limbs in the anatomical frontal axis and the projection of the head, shoulders, and trunk in the transversal axis. Moreover, it has to be considered that, in PRONE and SUPINE, the surface exposed to the airstream presents limited degrees of freedom due to the reduced mobility of the spine [22]. In contrast, in SIT and HD, the surface upon which the airstream pressure acts, is made of several small-surface segments, each characterized by elevated degrees of freedom [2]. ...

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Neuromuscular Excitation Pattern in Expert Indoor Skydivers

... Several types of training have been used to improve physical conditions in various sports. Among these, Pilates training (PT) as a novel type of exercise program has provided beneficial effects in psychological functions, achieving mind concentration and physiological functional performance, and increasing core muscle stability [20,21]. In fact, Pilates exercise is a whole-body conditioning program based on key components, such as concentration, control, precision, flow, breathing, and centering [22], which have been widely used in health and fitness [23]. ...

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Effectiveness of Pilates Training on Body Composition and Isokinetic Muscular Strength in Adolescent