University of Limerick

2018 Peer Review Journal Publications

• Crowley, E., Harrison, A.J. and Lyons, M., 2018. Dry-Land Resistance Training Practices of Elite Swimming Strength and Conditioning Coaches. The Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research, 32(9), pp.2592-2600. doi: 10.1519/JSC.0000000000002599
• Healy, R., Smyth, C., Kenny, I.C. and Harrison, A.J., 2018. Influence of Reactive and Maximum Strength Indicators on Sprint Performance. The Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research. doi: 10.1519/JSC.0000000000002635
• Yeomans, C., Comyns, T.M., Cahalan, R., Warrington, G.D., Harrison, A.J., Hayes, K., Lyons, M., Campbell, M.J. and Kenny, I.C., 2018. Current injury monitoring and player education practices in Irish amateur rugby union. Physical Therapy in Sport.  doi: 10.1016/j.ptsp.2018.06.008
• Brady, C.J., Harrison, A.J. and Comyns, T.M., 2018. A review of the reliability of biomechanical variables produced during the isometric mid-thigh pull and isometric squat and the reporting of normative data. Sports biomechanics, pp.1-25. DOI:  10.1080/14763141.2018.1452968
• Warmenhoven, J., Harrison A.J., Robinson, M., Vanrenterghem, J., Bargary, N.,  Smith,R., Cobley,S., Draper, C., Donnelly, C. and Pataky, T. (2018) A force profile analysis comparison between functional data analysis, statistical parametric mapping and statistical non-parametric mapping in on-water single sculling. Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport. (ISSN:1440-2440) Impact Factor 3.756  doi: 10.1016/j.jsams.2018.03.009  
• Furlong, L-A.M. and Harrison, A.J. (2018) Sex- related differences in plantarflexor function during repeated stretch-shortening cycle loading. Muscle, Ligaments and Tendons Journal. 8(1): 76-84 (ISSN: 2240-4554). Impact Factor 1.7)  DOI:10.11138/mltj/2018.8.1.076 Lougborough Institutional Repository
• Yeomans, C., Kenny, I.C., Cahalan, R., Warrington, G.D., Harrison, A.J., Hayes, K., Lyons, M., Campbell, M.J. and Comyns, T.M., 2018. The incidence of injury in amateur male rugby union: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Sports medicine, pp.1-12.   Impact Factor 6.8 https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40279-017-0838- 
• Warmenhoven, J., Cobley,S., Draper, C., Harrison, A.J., Bargary, N. and Smith, R.M. (2018) Force coordination strategies in on-water single sculling. Scandinavian Journal of Medicine and Science in Sports. 28: 1379-1388 (ISSN:1440-2440) Impact Factor 3.756 DOI:10.1111/sms.13031  
• Nugent, F.J., Comyns, T.M. and Warrington, G.D., 2018. Strength and Conditioning Considerations for Youth Swimmers. Strength & Conditioning Journal, 40(2), pp.31-39. DOI: 10.1519/SSC.0000000000000368
• McGrath, G., Flanagan, E., O’Donovan, P., Collins, DJ and Kenny, I.C. (2018) Velocity based training: Validity of monitoring devices to assess mean concentric velocity in the bench press exercise. Journal of Australian Strength and Conditioning. 26(1), 23-30.
• Comyns, T. & Hannon, A.  Strength and conditioning coaches’ application of the session rating of perceived exertion method of monitoring within professional rugby union. Journal of Human Kinetics volume 61/2018, 155-166   DOI: 10.1515/hukin-2017-0118

2017 Peer Review Journal Publications

1. Beattie, K., Carson, B.P., Lyons, M., Rossiter, A. and Kenny, I.C. 2017. The effect of strength training on performance indicators in distance runners. The Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research, 31(1), pp.9-23.  10.1519/JSC.0000000000001464 [Jan 2017]
2. Brady, C., Comyns, T., Harrison, A. and Warrington, G., 2017. Focus of Attention for Diagnostic Testing of the Force-Velocity Curve. Strength & Conditioning Journal, 39(1), pp.57-70.  10.1519/SSC.0000000000000271 [Feb 2017]
3. Brady, C.J., Harrison, A.J., Flanagan, E.P., Haff, G.G. and Comyns, T.M., 2017. A Comparison of the Isometric Mid-Thigh Pull and Isometric Squat: Intraday Reliability, Usefulness and the Magnitude of Difference Between Tests. International journal of sports physiology and performance, pp.1-25.  https://doi.org/10.1123/ijspp.2017-0480
4. Crowley, E., Harrison, A. J. and Lyons, M. 2017.  The Impact of Resistance Training on Swimming Performance: A Systematic Review. Sports Medicine, pp.1-23. 10.1007/s40279-017-0730-2 [May 2017]
5. Everard, E.M., Harrison, A.J. and Lyons, M., 2017. Examining the Relationship Between the Functional Movement Screen and the Landing Error Scoring System in an Active, Male Collegiate Population. The Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research, 31(5), pp.1265-1272. 10.1519/JSC.0000000000001582 [May 2017]
6. Healy, R. & Comyns, T.  “The Application of postactivation potentiation methods to improve sprint speed”.  Strength and conditioning journal. February 2017 10.1519/SSC.0000000000000276 [Feb 2017]
7. Healy, R., Kenny, I. and Harrison, D., 2017. Reactive Strength Index: A Poor Indicator of Reactive Strength?. International journal of sports physiology and performance, pp.1-22. [e-pub ahead of print]  https://doi.org/10.1123/ijspp.2017-0511
8. Howard, R. M., Conway, R. and Harrison, A. J. (2017) 'Muscle activation sequencing of leg muscles during linear glide shot putting', Sports Biomechanics, 1-22.  10.1080/14763141.2016.1246601 [Mar 2017]
9. Howard, R.M., Conway, R. and Harrison, A.J., 2017. Muscle activity in sprinting: a review. Sports Biomechanics, pp.1-17. 10.1080/14763141.2016.1252790 [Feb 2017]
10. Ní Chéilleachair, N.J., Harrison, A.J. and Warrington, G.D., 2017. HIIT enhances endurance performance and aerobic characteristics more than high-volume training in trained rowers. Journal of sports sciences, 35(11), pp.1052-1058.  10.1080/02640414.2016.1209539 [Jun 2017]
11. Norris, M., Anderson, R., Motl, R.W., Hayes, S. and Coote, S., 2017. Minimum number of days required for a reliable estimate of daily step count and energy expenditure, in people with MS who walk unaided. Gait & Posture, 53, pp.201-206.  10.1016/j.gaitpost.2017.02.005 [Mar 2017]
12. Nugent, F.J., Comyns, T.M., Burrows, E. and Warrington, G.D., 2017. Effects of Low Volume, High-Intensity Training on Performance in Competitive Swimmers: A Systematic Review. The Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research. 10.1519/JSC.0000000000001583 [Mar, 2017]
13. Nugent, F.J., Comyns, T.M., and Warrington, G. (2017).  "Quality Versus Quantity Debate in Swimming: Perceptions and Training Practices of Expert Swimming Coaches." Journal of Human Kinetics 57, no. 1 147-158. 10.1515/hukin-2017-0056  [Jun 2017]
14. Sánchez-Sixto, A., Harrison, A.J. & Floría, P. (2017) Importancia del desplazamiento del centro de masas al evaluacion del cilco estiramiento-acortamiento.  Revista Internacional de Medicina y Ciencias de la Actividad Física y el Deporte.  http://cdeporte.rediris.es/revista/inpress/artimportancia1003e.pdf   [September 2017]
15. Sinnott-O’Connor, C., Comyns, T., Nevill, A.M. and Warrington, G., 2017. Salivary Biomarkers and Training Load during Training and Competition in Paralympic Swimmers. International journal of sports physiology and performance, pp.1-19.  https://doi.org/10.1123/ijspp.2017-0683
16. Warmenhoven, J., Cobley, S., Draper, C.,Harrison, A., Bargary, N. and Smith, R., 2017. Bivariate functional principal components analysis: considerations for use with multivariate movement signatures in sports biomechanics. Sports Biomechanics, pp.1-18.  http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/14763141.2017.1384050 [Nov 2017]
17. Warmenhoven, J., Cobley,S., Draper, C., Harrison, A.J., Bargary, N. & Smith, R.M. (2017) Considerations for the use of functional principal components analysis in sports biomechanics: examples from on-water rowing. Sports Biomechanics, pp. 1-25.  http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/14763141.2017.1392594  [Nov 2017]
18. Warmenhoven, J., Cobley,S., Draper, C., Harrison, A.J., Bargary, N. & Smith, R.M. (2017) How gender and boat side effect shape characteristics of force-angle profiles in single sculling: Insights from functional data analysis.  Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport, pp. 1-5. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jsams.2017.08.010   [August 2017]
19. Warmenhoven, J., Cobley,S., Draper, C., Harrison, A.J., Bargary, N. & Smith, R.M. (2017)  Assessment of propulsive pin force and oar angle time-series using functional data analysis in on-water rowing. Scandinavian Journal of Science and Medicine in Sports, 2017;00:1–9. https://doi.org/10.1111/sms.12871  
20. Brosnan, K.C., Hayes, K. and Harrison, A.J., 2017. Effects of false-start disqualification rules on response-times of elite-standard sprinters. Journal of sports sciences, 35(10), pp.929-935.  10.1080/02640414.2016.1201213  [May 2017[

2016 Peer Review Journal Publications

1. Barry, L., Comyns, T.M., Kenny, I.C. (2016) Performance effects of repetition specific gluteal activation protocols on acceleration in male rugby union players. Journal of Human Kinetics. [in press]
2. Beattie, K., Carson, BP., Lyons, M., Rossiter, A., and Kenny, IC.  (2016). 'The effect of strength training on performance indicators in endurance athletes'.   Journal of Strength And Conditioning Research. [in press].
3. Beattie, K., Carson, B.P., Lyons M. and Kenny, I.C. (2016).  The Effect of Maximal- & Explosive-Strength Training on Performance Indicators in Cyclists. International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance. [in press]
4. Bolger, R., Lyons, M., Harrison, AJ., and Kenny, IC. (2016). 'Coaching sprinting: expert coaches perception of resistance based training'.   International  Journal of Sports Science & Coaching. 11(5). xx-xx. In press.  
5. Brosnan, K.C., Hayes, K. and Harrison, A.J. (2016) Effects of false start disqualification rules on response-times of elite-standard sprinters. Journal of Sports Sciences. (ISSN:0264-0414) Impact factor: 2.25. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/02640414.2016.1201213
6. Clarke, S., Kenny, IC., Harrison, AJ. (2016). 'Is movement and coordination variability during a dynamic movement task affected by gender? Implications for variations in ACL injury rates [under review]'.   Journal of Biomechanics. 
7. Diggin, D., Anderson, R. and Harrison, A.J. (2016) An examination of the true reliability of lower limb stiffness measures during overground hopping. Journal of Applied Biomechanics, 32 (3), 278 – 286, (ISSN: 1065-8483) Impact Factor 1.01  http://dx.doi.org/10.1123/jab.2015-0210
8. Floría, P., Gómez-Landero, L.A., Suárez-Arrones, L. and Harrison, A.J. (2016) Kinetic and kinematic analysis for assessing the differences in counter-movement jump performance in Rugby players. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research. XX(X): xxx-xxx,  (ISSN 1064 8011).  Impact Factor 2.075 Published ahead of print 14 April 2014 DOI: 10.1519/JSC.0000000000000502
9. Francis, P.,  Toomey, C.,  McCormack, W.,  Lyons, M. and Jakeman, P.    (2016). 'Measurement of maximal isometric torque and muscle quality of the knee extensors and flexors in healthy 50y– 70y women'.   Clinical Physiology and Functional Imaging. 
10. Harrison, A.J.,  Furlong, L-A.M. and Molloy, P. (2016) Does the McNeill Alexander model accurately predict maximum walking speed in novice and experienced race walkers? Journal of Sport and Health Science, XX(X): xxx-xxx.  (ISSN: 2095-2546 ). Impact factor 1.712. DOI: 10.1016/j.jshs.2016.04.010    
11. Healy, R., Kenny, IC., Harrison, AJ. (2016). 'Assessing reactive strength measures in jumping and hopping using the Optojump System'.   Journal of Human Kinetics. [in press]
12. Healy, R., Norris, M., Kenny, I.C. and Harrison, A.J. (2016) A novel protocol to measure short sprint performance. Procedia Engineering, 147: 706-711 (ISSN: 1877-7058)  doi:10.1016/j.proeng.2016.06.252
13. Howard, R., Conway, R. and Harrison, A.J. (2016) A Survey of Sensor Devices: Use in Sports Biomechanics. Sports Biomechanics, XX(X): xxx-xxx.  (ISSN 1476-3141) Impact Factor 1.15. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/14763141.2016.1174289   
14. McGrath, G., Flanagan, E., O'Donovan, P., Collins, DJ., and Kenny, IC. (2016). 'Velocity based training: Validity of monitoring devices to assess mean concentric velocity in a multi joint bench press exercise [under review]'.   Journal of strength and conditioning research / National Strength & Conditioning Association. 
15. Norris, M., Kenny, I.C. and Anderson, R. (2016).  Comparison of accelerometry stride time calculation methods. Journal of Biomechanics. [in press]
16. Ní Chéilleachair, N.J., Harrison A.J. and  Warrington, G.D. (2016) HIIT enhances aerobic endurance performance more than high volume training in trained rowers. Journal of Sport Sciences. (ISSN:0264-0414) Impact factor: 2.25.  http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/02640414.2016.1209539  
17. Sherwin, I. and Kenny, I.C. (2016).  Putting movement and performance outcome using standard, belly and long putters. International Journal of Sports Science & Coaching. 12(4), xx-xx. [in press]
18. Whelan, N., Kenny, IC., and Harrison, AJ (2016). 'An insight into track and field coaches' knowledge and use of sprinting drills to improve performance'.   International Journal of Sports Science & Coaching, 11(2), 182-190. (ISSN 1747-9541) Impact factor 0.519  doi: 10.1177/1747954116636716

2015 Peer Review Journal Publications

1. Al-Nakeeb, Y.,  Lyons, M.,  Dodd, L. and Al-Nuaim, A. (2015). 'An investigation into the lifestyle, health habits and risk factors of young adults'.   International Journal of Environmental Research And Public Health, 12: 4380-4394.   
2. Bolger, R., Kenny, IC.,  Lyons, M., and Harrison, A.J.  (2015). 'Sprinting performance and resistance-based training interventions: a systematic review'.   Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research. Impact Factor 2.075; SNIP=1.33   DOI: 10.1519/JSC.0000000000000720  
3. Clarke, SB., Kenny, IC.  and Harrison, AJ. (2015).  'Dynamic knee joint mechanics after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction'.   Medicine and science in sports and exercise, 47: 120-127.   (ISSN: 0195-9131) doi: 10.1249/MSS.0000000000000389   Impact factor 4.48.; SNIP =2.12
4. Collins, P., Al-Nakeeb, Y., and  Lyons, M.  (2015). 'Tracking the commute home from school utilizing GPS and heart rate monitoring: Establishing the contribution to free-living physical activity'.  Journal of Physical Activity & Health, 12: 155-162.   
5. Comyns, T., Kenny, I.C., and Scales, G.  (2015). 'Effects of a low-load gluteal warm-up on explosive jump performance'.   Journal Of Human Kinetics, 46: 177-187.   
6. Floria, P., Gomez-Landero, LA., and Harrison, AJ.  (2015). 'Centre of pressure correlates with pyramid performance in acrobatic gymnastics'.   Sports Biomechanics, 14: 424-434.
7. Floría, P., Gómez-Landero, L.A. and Harrison, A.J. (2015) Centre of pressure correlates with pyramid performance in acrobatic gymnastics. Sports Biomechanics, 14(4): 424-434. Impact Factor  1.154. (ISSN: 1476-3141). http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/14763141.2015.1084032
8. Furlong, LAM and Harrison, AJ.  (2015). 'Differences in plantarflexor function during a stretch-shortening cycle task due to limb preference'.   Laterality: Asymmetries of Body, Brain and Cognition, 20: 128-140.  (ISSN: 1357-650X). http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/1357650X.2014.921688   Impact factor 1.356; SNIP=0.69
9. Kenny, I.C., Campbell, M.J., Surmon, S. and Bressan L. (2015) Drive Performance for Able-Bodied and Disabled Golfers. International Journal of Sports Science & Coaching, 10(4), 757-767. doi: 10.1260/1747-9541.10.4.757
10. Reilly, B., Akubat, I., Lyons, M., and Collins, DK. (2015). 'Match-play demands of elite youth Gaelic Football using global positioning system tracking'.   Journal Of Strength And Conditioning Research, 29: 989-996.   

2014 Peer Review Journal Publications

1. Al-Nakeeb,Y.,  Dodd, L.,  Lyons, M.,  Collins, P. and Al Nuaim, A.A. (2014). 'A cluster analysis of lifestyle and health habits of youth from two geographically and culturally diverse countries'.   Preventive Medicine, 4 :193-203.   
2. Beattie, K., Carson, B.P., Lyons M. and Kenny, I.C. (2014) The Relationship between Neuromuscular Force-Velocity Characteristics and Performance Indicators in Competitive Distance Runners. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 28(11), 37. doi: 10.1519/JSC.0000000000000612
3. Beattie, K., Kenny, I.C., Lyons M. and Carson, B.P. (2014) The Effect of Strength Training on Performance in Endurance Athletes. Sports Medicine. 44(6), 845-865. DOI 10.1007/s40279-014-0157-y.
4. Breen, S; Kenny, IC; Harrison, A. J.  (2014). 'Dynamic knee joint mechanics after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction'.   Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise. 
5. Collins, P.,  Al-Nakeeb, Y. and Lyons, M. (2014). 'Tracking the commute home from school utilising gps: establishing the contribution to free-living physical activity'.   Journal of Physical Activity and Health.
6. Comyns, T., Kenny, I. and Scales, G. (2015) Effects of a low-load gluteal warm-up on explosive jump performance. Journal of Human Kinetics. 46, 177-187. DOI: 10.1515/hukin-2015-0046
7. Duncan, M.J.,  Al-Hazzaa, H.M.,  Al-Nakeeb, Y.,  Al-Sobayel, H. I.,  Abahussain, N.A.,  Musaiger, A.O.,  Lyons, M.,  Collins, P. and Nevill, A. (2014). 'Anthropometric and lifestyle characteristics of active and inactive Saudi and British adolescents'.   American Journal Of Human Biology. 
8. Floria P. and Harrison A.J.    (2014). 'Influence of range of motion versus the application of force in the vertical jump in prepubescent girls and adult females'.   European Journal of Sports Science, 14 (S1):S197-S204
9. Floria, P,Gomez-Landero, LA,Harrison, AJ (2014). 'Variability in the Application of Force During the Vertical Jump in Children and Adults'.   Journal of Applied Biomechanics, 30 :679-684.   
10. Floria, P,Gomez-Landero,  Suárez-Arrones L.,  and Harrison, A.J. (2014). 'Kinetic and kinematic analysis for assessing the differences in counter-movement jump'.   Journal Of Strength And Conditioning Research
11. Furlong L-A.M.,  Harrison, A.J. (2014). 'Differences in plantarflexor muscle tendon function during a stretch shortening cycle task due to limb preference'.   Laterality: Asymmetries of Body, Brain and Cognition, 16  
12. Norris, M., Anderson, R. and Kenny, I.C. (2014) Method analysis of accelerometers and gyroscopes in running gait: a systematic review. Journal of Sports Engineering and Technology, 228(1), 3-15. doi: 10.1177/1754337113502472
13. Whelan N., O’Regan, C.,  Harrison A.J.  (2014). 'Resisted sprinting does not acutely enhance sprint performance'.   Journal Of Strength And Conditioning Research, 28 (7):1858-1866.    

2013 Peer Review Journal Publications

1. Al-Hazzaa, H. M.,  Al-Nakeeb, Y.,  Duncan, M. J.,  Al-Sobayel, H. I.,  Abahussain, N. A.,  Musaiger, A.O., Lyons, M., Collins, P.,  Nevill, A. (2013). 'A cross-cultural comparison of lifestyle habits between Saudi and British adolescents: Gender by country differences'.   International Journal of Behavioral Medicine. 
2. Al-Hazzaa, HM,Al-Nakeeb, Y,Duncan, MJ,Al-Sobayel, HI,Abahussain, NA,Musaiger, AO,Lyons, M,Collins, P,Nevill, A (2013). 'A cross-cultural comparison of health behaviors between Saudi and British adolescents living in urban areas: gender by country analyses'.   International Journal Of Environmental Research And Public Health, 10:6701-6720.   
3. Comyns, T &  Flanagan, E.  (2013). 'Applications of the session rating of perceived exertion system in professional rugby union'.   Strength And Conditioning Journal. 
4. Duncan, M, Smith, M, Lyons, M. (2013). 'The effect of exercise intensity on coincidence anticipation performance at different stimulus speeds'.   European Journal of Sport Science, 13 :559-566.   
5. Duncan, MJ, Hankey, J, Lyons, M, James, RS, Nevill, AM. (2013). 'Peak power prediction in junior basketballers: comparing linear and allometric models'.   Journal Of Strength And Conditioning Research, 27 :597-603.   
6. Floria, P, Harrison, AJ. (2013). 'Ground reaction force differences in the countermovement jump in girls with different levels of performance'.   Research Quarterly For Exercise And Sport, 84 :329-335.   
7. Floria, P, Harrison, AJ. (2013). 'The effect of arm action on the vertical jump performance in children and adult females'.   Journal of Applied Biomechanics, 29 :655-661.   
8. Furlong, LAM, Harrison, AJ. (2013). 'Reliability and consistency of plantarflexor stretch-shortening cycle function using an adapted force sledge apparatus'.   Physiological Measurement, 34 :437-448.   
9. Lyons, M, Al-Nakeeb, Y,Hankey, J, Nevill, A.  (2013). 'The effect of moderate and high-intensity fatigue on groundstroke accuracy in expert and non-expert tennis players'.   Journal of Sports Science and Medicine, 12 :298-308.   
10. Preatoni, E, Hamill, J, Harrison, AJ, Hayes, K, Van Emmerik, REA, Wilson, C, and Rodano, R (2013). 'Movement variability and skills monitoring in sports'.   Sports Biomechanics, 12 :69-92.   
11. Sato, K., Kenny, I.C. and Dale, B.R. (2013) Current golf performance literature and application to training. Journal of Trainology, 2(2), 23-32.
12. Tucker, C.B., Kenny, I.C. and Anderson, R. (2013) Is outcome related to movement variability in golf? Sports Biomechanics, 12 (4), 343-354. DOI:10.1080/14763141.2013.784350.

2012 Peer Review Journal Publications 

1. Al-Nakeeb, Y.,  Lyons, M.,  Collins, P.,  Al Nuaim, A. A.,  Al-Hazzaa, H. M.,  Duncan, M. J. and Nevill A.    (2012). 'Obesity, physical activity and sedentary behavior amongst British and Saudi youth: A cross-cultural study'.   International Journal Of Environmental Research And Public Health, 9 :1490-1506.   
2. Al Nuaim, A. A., Al-Nakeeb, Y.    Lyons, M., Al-Hazzaa, H., Nevill, A.,  Collins, P. and Duncan, M. J. (2012). 'The prevalence of physical activity and sedentary behaviours relative to obesity among adolescents from Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia: Rural versus urban variations'.   Journal of Nutrition and Metabolism, :1-9.   
3. Collins, P,Al-Nakeeb, Y,Nevill, A,Lyons, M (2012). 'The impact of the built environment on young people's physical activity patterns: a suburban-rural comparison using gps'.   International Journal of Environmental Research And Public Health, 9 (9):3030-3050.   
4. Duncan, M.J.,  Hankey, J.,  Lyons, M.,  James, R. and Nevill, A. (2012). 'Peak power prediction in junior basketballers: Comparing linear and allometric models'.   Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 27 (3):597-603.   
5. Duncan, M.J., Taylor, S. and Lyons, M. (2012). 'The effect of caffeine ingestion on field hockey skill performance following physical fatigue'.   Research In Sports Medicine, 20 (1):25-36.   
6. Duncan, M.   J.,  Smith, M. and Lyons, M.    (2012).  'The effect of exercise intensity on coincidence anticipation performance at different stimulus speeds'.   European Journal of Sport Science.
7. Floria P. & Harrison A. J.  (2012). 'The influence of range of motion versus application of force on vertical'.   European Journal of Sport Science.
8. Lyons, M.,  Al-Nakeeb, Y.,  Hankey, J. and Nevill, A.M.  (2012). 'The effect of moderate and high-intensity fatigue on groundstroke accuracy in expert and non-expert players'.   Journal Of Sports Science And Medicine.
9. Kennedy, T., Rowan F., Condon, F., Kenny, I.C., Anderson, R. and Dunne, C. (2012) Anterior knee pain in competitive cyclists, Irish Journal of Medical Science, 181(6), s157-s158.
10. Kenny, I.C., O Caireallain, A., and Comyns, T.M. (2012) Validation of an electronic jump mat to assess stretch shortening cycle function, Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 26, 1601-8. doi: 10.1519/JSC.0b013e318234ebb8

2011 Peer Review Journal Publications 

1. Breen, S., Harrison, A.J. and Kenny, I.C. (2011) Joint kinematics of landing in ACL rehabilitated volunteers, Portuguese Journal of Sport Sciences, 11 (Suppl. 2), 635-638.
2. Coffey, N., Harrison, A.J., Donoghue, O.A. & Hayes, K. (2011) Common Functional Principal Component Analysis: A new approach to analysing human movement data. Human Movement Science, Vol. 30(11): 1144-1166. (ISSN: 0167 9457). ISI Impact factor 2.45. doi:10.1016/j.humov.2010.11.005  
3. Comyns T.M., Harrison A.J., Liam K. Hennessy & L.K. (2011) An Investigation into the Recovery Process of a Maximum Stretch-Shortening Cycle Fatigue Protocol on Drop and Rebound Jumps. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, Vol. 25(8):2177-2184. (ISSN 1064 8011). doi: 10.1519/JSC.0b013e3181e85b6a  ISI Impact Factor 1.848.
4. Floria, P., Harrison, A.J. (2011) Influence of the range of motion on jumping height in childhood. Portuguese Journal of Sport Sciences, Vol. 11, Suppl. 2: 981-984. (ISSN 1645-0523)
5. Furlong, L.A., Harrison, A.J. (2011) Preliminary analysis of sledge reaction forces during cyclical loading of the triceps surae. Portuguese Journal of Sport Sciences, Vol. 11, Suppl. 2: 887-890. (ISSN 1645-0523)
6. Harrison, A.J. (2011) Throwing and Catching Movements exhibit post activation potentiation affects following fatigue. Sports Biomechanics, 10 (3): 186-196. doi: 10.1080/14763141.2011.592544  ISI Impact Factor  0.926 
7. Jensen, R.L., Harrison, A.J. Furlong, L.A. & Graham, D. (2011) Reliability of jump and performance measures in Rugby Union players. Portuguese Journal of Sport Sciences, Vol. 11, Suppl. 2: 93-96. (ISSN 1645-0523)
8. Kenny, I.C., Wu, C. and McEvoy J. (2011) Influence of ankle taping on dynamic balance performance, Portuguese Journal of Sport Sciences, 11 (Suppl. 2), 659-662.
9. Tucker, C.B., Anderson, R. and Kenny, I.C. (2011) A method to quantify movement variability of highly skilled golfers performing driver swings, Portuguese Journal of Sport Sciences, 11 (Suppl. 2), 411-413.

2010 Peer Review Journal Publications 

1. Comyns T.M., Harrison A.J., Liam K. Hennessy L.K. & Jensen R.L. (2010) The effect of squatting on sprinting performance and repeated exposure to complex training in male rugby players.  Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, Vol. 24(3): 610-618: 2010. (ISSN 1064 8011). Impact Factor 1.848
2. Niamh Ni Cheilleachair, &  Harrison, A.J. (2010) The Acute Effects of Maximal Fatigue on the Subsequent Performance of Endurance Trained Athletes . In: Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, Vol: 42 (5) Supplement: 1, p.36.  (ISSN: 0195-9131) Impact Factor 4.106 

2009 Peer Review Journal Publications 

1. Donà, G., Preatoni, E., Cobelli, C., Rodano, R. and Harrison, A.J. (2009) Application of functional principal component analysis in race walking: an emerging methodology, Sports Biomechanics, 8 (4): 284-301. Impact Factor  0.762, 
2. Hanlon M, Anderson R. (2009) Real-time gait event detection using wearable sensors, Gait and Posture, 30 (4), 523-527
3. Harrison, A.J. & Bourke, G. (2009) The effect of resisted sprint training on speed and strength performance in male rugby players.  Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, Vol. 23 (1): 275-283. (ISSN 1064 8011). Impact Factor 1.848, 
4. Kenny, I.C., Wallace, E.S. and Otto, S.R. (2009) Reply to Glazier: “Comment on ‘Influence of Shaft length on golf driving performance’”, Sports Biomechanics, 8(2), 183-186

2008 Peer Review Journal Publications

1. Donoghue, O.A., Harrison, A.J., Coffey, N. & Hayes, K. (2008) Functional data analysis of the kinematics of running gait in subjects with chronic Achilles tendon injury. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, Vol 40 (7): 1323-1335. (ISSN: 0195-9131) Impact Factor 4.106, 
2. Donoghue, O.A., Harrison, A.J., Laxton, P. & Richards, R.K. (2008) Orthotic control of rearfoot and lower limb motion during running in subjects with chronic Achilles tendon injury.  Sports Biomechanics Vol 7 (3): 194-205. (ISSN: 1476-3141). Impact Factor  0.926
3. Donoghue, O.A., Harrison, A.J., Laxton, P. & Richards, R.K. (2008) Lower limb kinematics of subjects with chronic Achilles tendon injury during running. Research in Sports Medicine, an International Journal. Vol. 16: 23-38. (ISSN: 1543-8627) 
4. Flanagan E.P. and Harrison A.J. (2008) Force production and reactive strength capabilities following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction, Journal of Athletic Training, Vol 43(3): 249-257. (ISSN 1062-6050) Impact Factor 2.478
5. Harrison A.J. and Raufi, S.S., (2008) Effect of catching practice on the motor development of children with Down's Syndrome aged between 8 and 12 years. National Institute of Health Sciences Research Bulletin, 4 (4): 42-43.
6. Jensen, R.L., Ewers, B.J., Cuniffe, B., Phelan, B., Harrison, A.J., Shafat, A. (2008) Impact of seated and standing bicycle riding position on subsequent running performance. International Journal of Exercise Science. Vol. 1 (4):177-187.  (ISSN: 1939 795X).
7. Kenny, I.C., Wallace, E.S. and Otto, S.R. (2008) Influence of Shaft length on golf driving performance, Sports Biomechanics, 7(3), 322-332.
8. Kenny, I.C., Wallace, E.S. and Otto, S.R. (2008) Segmental Sequencing of Kinetic Energy in a Computer Simulated Golf Swing, Sports Engineering, 11(1), 37-45.

2007 Peer Review Journal Publications

1. Comyns T.M., Harrison A.J., Hennessy L. and Jensen R.L. (2007) Identifying  the optimal complex training resistive load in male rugby players, Sports Biomechanics, Vol. 6 (1): 59-70. (ISSN 1476-3141). Impact Factor  0.926 
2. Flanagan E and Harrison A.J. (2007) Muscle dynamics differences between legs in healthy adults. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research. Vol. 21 (1): 67-72. (ISSN 1064 8011) Impact Factor 1.848
3. Harrison, A.J., Ryan, W. & Hayes, K. (2007) Functional Data Analysis of joint coordination in the development of vertical jump performance, Sports Biomechanics, Vol. 6 (2), 196-211. (ISSN 1476-3141). Impact Factor  0.926
4. O’Keeffe S.L, Harrison A.J. and Smyth P.J. (2007) Transfer or Specificity?  An applied investigation into the relationship between fundamental overarm throwing and related sport skills. Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy, Vol. 12 (2), 1-14, (ISSN 1740 8989)

2006 Peer Review Journal Publications

1. Comyns T.M., Harrison A.J., Hennessy L. and Jensen R.L. (2006) The optimal complex training rest interval for athletes from anaerobic sports. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research. Vol. 20 (3), pp. 471- 476. (ISSN 1064 8011) Impact Factor 1.848.
2. Hanlon M, Anderson R. (2006) Prediction methods to account for the effect of gait speed on lower limb angular kinematics, Gait and Posture, 24 (3), 280 – 287
3. Ryan W., Harrison A.J. and Hayes K. (2006) Functional Data Analysis in Biomechanics: A case study of Knee Joint Vertical Jump Kinematics, Sports Biomechanics, Vol. 5 (1): pp. 121 -138 (ISSN 1476-3141). Impact Factor  0.926 

 
2005 Peer Review Journal Publications  

1. Anderson R, Harrison AJ & Lyons G (2005) Accelerometry-based Feedback – Can it Improve Movement Consistency and Performance in Rowing?, Sports Biomechanics, 4:179-195, 2005
2. Anderson R., Harrison A.J. and Lyons G.M. (2005) Accelerometry-based Feedback – Can it Improve Movement Consistency and Performance in Rowing? Sports Biomechanics, 4 (2): pp.179 – 195. (ISSN 1476-3141). Impact Factor  0.926
3. Harrison A.J.,  Jensen R.L. and Donoghue O. (2005) A Comparison of the reliability of video and laser techniques for determining  displacement  and velocity during running, Measurement and Evaluation in Physical Education and Exercise Science, Vol. 9 (4): 219-231. (ISSN1091-367X)
4. Kenny, I.C., Sprevak, D., Sharp, C.N.C. and Boreham, C.A.G. (2005) Determinants of success in the Olympic decathlon: some statistical evidence, Journal of Quantitative Analysis in Sports, 1 (1), Article 5

 
2004 Peer Review Journal Publications

1. Harrison A.J. and Gaffney S.D. (2004) Effects of muscle damage on stretch-shortening cycle function and muscle stiffness control. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, Vol. 18 (4): pp. 771 – 776. (ISSN 1064 8011) Impact Factor 1.848. 
2. Harrison A.J., Keane S.P. and Coglan J. (2004) Force-velocity relationship and stretch –shortening cycle function in sprint and endurance athletes. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, Vol. 18 (3): pp. 473 – 479. (ISSN 1064 8011) Impact Factor 1.848. 
3. Powers, P.N.R. and Harrison A.J. (2004) Influences of a rider on the rotation of the horse-rider system during jumping, Equine and Comparative Exercise Physiology, Vol. 1 (1): pp.33-40. (ISSN 1478-0615)
4. Harrison A.J. (2004) Theory and Practice of Strength and Power Training. The Coach, Vol. 21: pp. 36-40.

2003-1999 Peer Review Journal Publications

1. Anderson R & Lyons G (2001) Data Logging Techniques in Ambulatory Medical Instrumentation – A Review, Physiological Measurement, 22 (2), R1-R13
2. Anderson R, Lyons GM & Grace PA (1999) Data Logging Techniques in Human Ambulatory Measurement, Irish Journal of Medical Sciences, 168 (3), 218-219
3. Barrett U.M. and Harrison D.  (2002) Comparing muscle function of children and adults – effects of scaling for muscle size.  Pediatric Exercise Science, Vol: 369 –376.
4. Harrison A.J. (2000). Let’s talk Biomechanics: An introduction to the precise use of concepts and terminology in biomechanics. Physiotherapy Ireland, Vol. 21: 11-15.
5. Harrison A.J. and Gaffney S. (2001) Motor Development and gender effects on stretch shortening cycle performance. Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport. Vol 4: 406 – 415.
6. Powers P.N.R. and Harrison A.J. (2002) Effects of the rider on the linear projectile kinematics of jumping horses.  Sports Biomechanics, Vol. 1:135 – 146.
7. Powers P.N.R., Harrison A.J., (2000). A study on the techniques used by untrained horses during loose jumping. Journal of Equine Veterinary Science, Vol 20: 845-850.
8. Ryan, G.J. and Harrison A.J. (2003) Kinematic changes in competitive sprinters’ technique induced by bend running. New Studies in Athletics, Vol 18: 57-67.
9. White R, Schuren J, Wardlaw D, Diamondopolous Z & Anderson R (1999) Biomechanical Assessment of Gait in Below Knee Walking Casts, Prosthetics and Orthotics International, 23, pp142-151