About the Journal

Bridging the Gap: Connecting Research and Practice in Sports Performance and Exercise Science through Diamond Open Access

The International Journal of Strength and Conditioning (IJSC) is a Diamond Open Access academic journal dedicated to advancing knowledge in sports performance, exercise science, and related disciplines. We aim to bridge the gap between research and practice, connecting academia, professionals, and practitioners to foster a deeper understanding of the science behind human performance.

Mission and Scope

Our mission is to provide a global platform for high-quality, peer-reviewed research that drives innovation, collaboration, and evidence-based practice in strength and conditioning. The journal covers a wide range of topics, including:

  • Strength and conditioning practices
  • Biomechanics
  • Exercise physiology
  • Sports nutrition
  • Sports psychology
  • Coaching and leadership
  • Injury prevention and rehabilitation
  • Performance analysis

Our Commitment to Diamond Open Access

At the IJSC, we believe that knowledge should be free and accessible to all. Through our Diamond Open Access model, all articles are published without subscription fees or mandatory charges for authors, ensuring research reaches the widest possible audience. This commitment is supported by institutions worldwide, helping to sustain our open-access platform.

Current supporting institutions sharing our vision for Diamond Open Access include Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), University of Washington, York St John University, Imperial College London, Manchester Metropolitan University, Yale, VIVA Virginia's Academic Library Consortium, Iowa State University, KU Leuven, University College Birmingham, Swarthmore, University of Arkansas, University of Bath, University of Rhode Island.

Our Impact

Since its inception, the IJSC has established itself as a trusted resource in the strength and conditioning community.

During 2024 alone we have accumulated the following:

  • 253,718 total article views
  • 50 published articles
  • Articles read in 93 countries and authored by researchers from 38 nationalities
  • Supported by 19 leading universities

Global Community

The IJSC is guided by a diverse editorial board of 46 members from across the globe. This diversity reflects our mission to provide a truly international perspective on strength and conditioning research.

Join Us

Authors, reviewers, and readers are invited to be part of our growing community. By contributing to the IJSC, you join an inclusive network of experts dedicated to shaping the future of sports performance and exercise science.

For submission guidelines, visit our Author Guidelines page.