Author Guidelines

"Sports and Exercise Medicine – Open Journal" is an open-access journal dedicated to publishing high-quality research in the field of sports and exercise medicine. While specific author guidelines for this journal are not readily available, we can provide general guidance based on standard practices in academic publishing.

1. Manuscript Submission

Authors should submit their manuscripts through the journal's online submission system. The submission typically requires the manuscript's title, abstract, keywords, and the full text. Authors may also be asked to suggest potential reviewers and declare any conflicts of interest.

2. Manuscript Preparation

  • Formatting: Manuscripts should be prepared in a clear and concise manner, adhering to the journal's formatting guidelines.

  • Structure: Organize the manuscript into standard sections: Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion. Use subheadings where appropriate to enhance readability.

  • Abstract: Provide a concise summary of the study, including objectives, methods, key results, and conclusions.

  • Keywords: Include 3-5 relevant keywords to facilitate searchability.

  • References: Ensure all references are up-to-date and relevant. Follow the journal's specific referencing style, which may include guidelines on the number of references and formatting.

3. Ethical Considerations

  • Human and Animal Rights: Studies involving human participants or animals must comply with ethical standards. Include statements regarding ethical approval and informed consent in the methods section.

  • Conflict of Interest: Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest related to the manuscript.

4. Data Availability

Authors are encouraged to make their data publicly available to promote transparency and reproducibility. Provide information on data availability in the manuscript.

5. Open Access and Article Processing Charges (APCs)

  • Open Access: The journal operates under an open-access model, ensuring that published articles are freely accessible to all readers.

  • APCs: Authors may be required to pay an article processing charge upon acceptance of their manuscript. The specific fee can vary; for instance, Exercise Medicine charges US$1,200 per article.

6. Peer Review Process

Manuscripts undergo a peer review process to ensure the quality and validity of the research. Authors should be prepared to address reviewers' comments and make necessary revisions.

7. Copyright and Licensing

Authors retain copyright of their work but grant the journal a license to publish. Articles are typically published under a Creative Commons Attribution License, allowing others to share and adapt the work with proper attribution.

8. Final Submission Checklist

Before submitting, authors should ensure that:

  • All authors have read and approved the manuscript.

  • The manuscript adheres to the journal's formatting and ethical guidelines.

  • Necessary permissions for previously published material are obtained.

  • A cover letter is included, if required.