Fifth International Congress on Athletic Performance and Health in Sports Successfully Completed at İstanbul Nişantaşı University
The 5th International Congress on Athletic Performance and Health in Sports on 24–26 May 2024 connected science and practice through sessions on performance, nutrition, injuries, and exercise.
İstanbul, 24–26 May 2024 – The fifth International Congress on Athletic Performance and Health in Sports concluded successfully after three days of activities. It shared the latest sports science research, innovative methodologies and practices.
Its main theme explored the bridge between theory and practice and science and technique. Workshops were led by prominent scientists, and participants received internationally recognised certificates.
The event began with Dr. Jeremy Moody’s “A Multidisciplinary Approach in Team Sports,” highlighting the importance of multidisciplinary approaches and attracting strong interest. Dr. Nebojsa Cokorilo’s presentation, “The Key to Stability: Unlocking the Secrets of Core Muscle Function,” moderated by Associate Professor Umut Başoğlu, was also highly appreciated.
Sessions, presentations and workshops enabled participants to follow the latest developments and learn practical knowledge.
Topics covered all aspects of sports performance, including technology’s effects, nutrition optimisation, genetics and injury management. Exercise and health, psychological factors, and physical education and sport for people with disabilities were also discussed in detail. Participants shared multidisciplinary approaches and recent research to strengthen the bridge between theory and practice.
Renowned scientists, accomplished academics, field practitioners, sports performance specialists and sports medicine experts attended. New methods, applications and diverse equipment were introduced, alongside valuable exchanges of knowledge and experience.
The congress contributed to new approaches and partnerships in sports science and athletic performance. Participants updated their knowledge and learned new applications, while the event inspired future activities.
Achievement awards were presented to contributors including Marmara University, NASM, FİTPODZ, Spordershanesi, SINTECH, SPORGÖNÜLLÜLERİ, Probody and Athletic House Academy. The event fostered strong connections between academics and professionals.
