Raphael José Perrier-Melo
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Research Subjects
Raphael José Perrier-Melo has a total of 8 co-authors. Here are the top co-authors by number of shared publications:
- Manoel Rios
Piaget Research Center for Ecological Human Development, Higher School of Sport and Education, Jean Piaget Polytechnic Institute of the North, 4405-678 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
2 shared publications - Ana Flávia Vieira de Albuquerque
High School Physical Education (ESEF), University of Pernambuco, Recife 50100-130, PE, Brazil
1 shared publication - Cidalia Freitas
Piaget Research Center for Ecological Human Development, Higher School of Sport and Education, Jean Piaget Polytechnic Institute of the North, 4405-678 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
1 shared publication - Joana Pinto
Piaget Research Center for Ecological Human Development, Higher School of Health, Jean Piaget Polytechnic Institute of the North, 4405-678 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
1 shared publication - Manoel da Cunha Costa
Programa de Pós-Graduação em Reabilitação e Desempenho Funcional (PPGRDF), Universidade de Pernambuco (UPE), Petrolina 56328-900, PE, Brazil
1 shared publication - Paula Rodrigues
Piaget Research Center for Ecological Human Development, Higher School of Sport and Education, Jean Piaget Polytechnic Institute of the North, 4405-678 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
1 shared publication
Latest Publications
- Open Access
- 2 September 2026
- Published by MDPI AG in Physiologia
- Vol. 6 (3) , 54
Changes in Cardiovascular Health and Functional Fitness Following Multicomponent Exercise Training in Community-Dwelling Older Women
Background: Multicomponent exercise promotes healthy aging, but evidence in community-dwelling older women remains limited. This study examined pre–post changes in functional fitness and cardiovascular health following participation in a six-month multicomponent exercise program. Methods: Thirty-five community-dwelling older women (71.39 ± 6.82 years) participated in a quasi-experimental pre–post intervention study. Participants completed supervised multicomponent exercise sessions twice weekly for six months. Anthropometric, cardiovascular, and functional fitness outcomes were assessed before and after the program. Results: Reductions were observed in body mass (68.03 ± 11.39 vs. 66.29 ± 10.02 kg; p < 0.001) and body mass index (26.56 ± 3.71 vs. 25.90 ± 3.22 kg·m−2; p < 0.05). Lower post-test values were also observed for systolic blood pressure (125 ± 9 vs. 121 ± 10 mmHg; p = 0.026), resting heart rate (85 ± 12 vs. 77 ± 11 bpm; p = 0.008), and double product (10,359 ± 1899 vs. 9701 ± 1705 mmHg·bpm; p = 0.027). Handgrip strength was higher at post-test in both the dominant hand (20.98 ± 5.47 vs. 22.53 ± 6.31 kgf; p = 0.007) and non-dominant hand (19.23 ± 4.99 vs. 21.20 ± 5.61 kgf; p < 0.001). Functional aerobic capacity was also higher at post-test (95.74 ± 21.35 vs. 110.41 ± 22.86 steps; p < 0.001), while flexibility values were higher in the left Chair Sit-and-Reach Test (−15.92 ± 10.48 vs. −12.97 ± 10.91 cm; p = 0.001) and left Back Scratch Test (−3.65 ± 6.82 vs. 4.32 ± 7.83 cm; p < 0.001). Conclusions: Participation in a twice-weekly multicomponent exercise program for six months was associated with favorable pre–post changes in functional fitness and cardiovascular health in community-dwelling older women.
- 2 September 2026
- Published by MDPI AG in Physiologia
- Vol. 6 (3) , 54
Open AccessChanges in Cardiovascular Health and Functional Fitness Following Multicomponent Exercise Training in Community-Dwelling Older Women
Background: Multicomponent exercise promotes healthy aging, but evidence in community-dwelling older women remains limited. This study examined pre–post changes in functional fitness and cardiovascular health following participation in a six-month multicomponent exercise program. Methods: Thirty-five community-dwelling older women (71.39 ± 6.82 years) participated in a quasi-experimental pre–post intervention study. Participants completed supervised multicomponent exercise sessions twice weekly for six months. Anthropometric, cardiovascular, and functional fitness outcomes were assessed before and after the program. Results: Reductions were observed in body mass (68.03 ± 11.39 vs. 66.29 ± 10.02 kg; p < 0.001) and body mass index (26.56 ± 3.71 vs. 25.90 ± 3.22 kg·m−2; p < 0.05). Lower post-test values were also observed for systolic blood pressure (125 ± 9 vs. 121 ± 10 mmHg; p = 0.026), resting heart rate (85 ± 12 vs. 77 ± 11 bpm; p = 0.008), and double product (10,359 ± 1899 vs. 9701 ± 1705 mmHg·bpm; p = 0.027). Handgrip strength was higher at post-test in both the dominant hand (20.98 ± 5.47 vs. 22.53 ± 6.31 kgf; p = 0.007) and non-dominant hand (19.23 ± 4.99 vs. 21.20 ± 5.61 kgf; p < 0.001). Functional aerobic capacity was also higher at post-test (95.74 ± 21.35 vs. 110.41 ± 22.86 steps; p < 0.001), while flexibility values were higher in the left Chair Sit-and-Reach Test (−15.92 ± 10.48 vs. −12.97 ± 10.91 cm; p = 0.001) and left Back Scratch Test (−3.65 ± 6.82 vs. 4.32 ± 7.83 cm; p < 0.001). Conclusions: Participation in a twice-weekly multicomponent exercise program for six months was associated with favorable pre–post changes in functional fitness and cardiovascular health in community-dwelling older women.
- Open Access
- 17 August 2026
- Published by MDPI AG in Biomechanics
- Vol. 6 (3) , 75
Running-Related Injuries in Recreational Runners: Prevalence, Anatomical Distribution, and Associated Physiological and Training Factors
Background: Running-related injuries are a common issue among recreational runners and may affect training continuity and long-term participation. However, injury-associated factors remain unclear due to methodological heterogeneity and reliance on self-reported data. Objective: This study aims to determine the prevalence and anatomical distribution of running-related injuries and their association with physiological characteristics and weekly running volume in recreational runners. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted with 98 recreational runners (57 men and 41 women). Women were aged 41.54 ± 9.14 years, weighed 59.55 ± 5.89 kg, and had a maximal oxygen uptake (O2max) of 43.24 ± 4.86 mL·kg−1·min−1, whereas men were aged 40.16 ± 8.85 years, weighed 80.50 ± 12.89 kg, and had a O2max of 47.73 ± 7.55 mL·kg−1·min−1. Running-related injuries during the previous 12 months were clinically confirmed. Sex, age, body composition, O2max, resting heart rate, and weekly training volume were analyzed using independent t-tests and multivariable logistic regression. Results: Running-related injury prevalence was 43.9% (women: 56.1%; men: 35.1%), with a significant association between sex and injury occurrence (Fisher’s exact test, p = 0.043). The knee was the most frequently affected anatomical region, followed by the leg and ankle/Achilles regions. Iliotibial band syndrome was the most common diagnosis, followed by calf muscle injury, Achilles tendinopathy, plantar fasciopathy, ankle sprain, and hip labral tear. None of the demographic or physiological variables investigated, including weekly running volume, were independently associated with injury occurrence, and the model explained only a small proportion of the variability in injury occurrence. Conclusions: Running-related injuries were frequent among recreational runners, with knee-related injuries representing the most common anatomical pattern and iliotibial band syndrome being the predominant diagnosis. Although female runners presented a higher injury prevalence, the multifactorial nature of running-related injuries was reinforced, as the investigated demographic and physiological characteristics, along with weekly running volume, showed limited explanatory capacity for injury occurrence.- 17 August 2026
- Published by MDPI AG in Biomechanics
- Vol. 6 (3) , 75
Open AccessRunning-Related Injuries in Recreational Runners: Prevalence, Anatomical Distribution, and Associated Physiological and Training Factors
Background: Running-related injuries are a common issue among recreational runners and may affect training continuity and long-term participation. However, injury-associated factors remain unclear due to methodological heterogeneity and reliance on self-reported data. Objective: This study aims to determine the prevalence and anatomical distribution of running-related injuries and their association with physiological characteristics and weekly running volume in recreational runners. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted with 98 recreational runners (57 men and 41 women). Women were aged 41.54 ± 9.14 years, weighed 59.55 ± 5.89 kg, and had a maximal oxygen uptake (O2max) of 43.24 ± 4.86 mL·kg−1·min−1, whereas men were aged 40.16 ± 8.85 years, weighed 80.50 ± 12.89 kg, and had a O2max of 47.73 ± 7.55 mL·kg−1·min−1. Running-related injuries during the previous 12 months were clinically confirmed. Sex, age, body composition, O2max, resting heart rate, and weekly training volume were analyzed using independent t-tests and multivariable logistic regression. Results: Running-related injury prevalence was 43.9% (women: 56.1%; men: 35.1%), with a significant association between sex and injury occurrence (Fisher’s exact test, p = 0.043). The knee was the most frequently affected anatomical region, followed by the leg and ankle/Achilles regions. Iliotibial band syndrome was the most common diagnosis, followed by calf muscle injury, Achilles tendinopathy, plantar fasciopathy, ankle sprain, and hip labral tear. None of the demographic or physiological variables investigated, including weekly running volume, were independently associated with injury occurrence, and the model explained only a small proportion of the variability in injury occurrence. Conclusions: Running-related injuries were frequent among recreational runners, with knee-related injuries representing the most common anatomical pattern and iliotibial band syndrome being the predominant diagnosis. Although female runners presented a higher injury prevalence, the multifactorial nature of running-related injuries was reinforced, as the investigated demographic and physiological characteristics, along with weekly running volume, showed limited explanatory capacity for injury occurrence.