The Journal of Sport Medicine and Physical Fitness focuses on the different scientific facets of sporting activities and publishes high-quality manuscripts in the areas of exercise physiology and biomechanics, body composition and nutrition, internal medicine, traumatology and rehabilitation, cardiology and related disciplines and its aim is to promote the diffusion of original investigations and scientific innovations in the broad spectrum of science applied to physical activity, exercise, and participation in sport. The journal is an efficient tool for scientists, coaches, physicians, physiotherapists and health workers, helping them implement the latest scientific achievements and innovations in their professional practice.
⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
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Publication & Citation Trend
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and RehabilitationQ2
Orthopedics and Sports MedicineQ3
Sports ScienceQ3
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Sport Sciences
Scopus Categories
Orthopedics and Sports MedicinePhysical Therapy, Sports Therapy and RehabilitationSports Science
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Sports Performance and TrainingSports injuries and preventionCardiovascular and exercise physiologyExercise and Physiological ResponsesSport Psychology and PerformanceLower Extremity Biomechanics and PathologiesMuscle metabolism and nutritionPhysical Activity and HealthKnee injuries and reconstruction techniquesCardiovascular Effects of Exercise