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Risk factors for musculoskeletal injuries in military recruits: The impact of sex, body fat percentage, and physical fitness

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Basic military training is crucial for preparing civilians for military life. This period prepares them with physical and cognitive skills required for …

Regular physical activity and its components as predictors of depressive symptoms in young Brazilians after mandatory military service: A prospective cohort study

Abstract: Background: The prevalence of depressive symptoms among recruits in mandatory military service is a growing concern owing to its potential impact on the physical and …

Becoming or getting by: Youths' inclination to join a military career in times of crisis in Brazil

Abstract: Using novel data from a survey with 2,055 Brazilians (aged 16-26 years old), this article explores youth motives to voluntarily join military careers. Our results found …

Occupational stress and sleep of military police officers from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Abstract: Objective: Military Police officers of Rio de Janeiro's State have been considered the most lethal security forces in Brazil, corresponding to 52.35% of deaths in …

Changes in body mass and urinary biomarkers after a long-lasting combat search and rescue military exercise performed in a tropical region

Abstract: The study aimed to evaluate body mass changes and urine biomarker responses during a Combat Search and Rescue (CSAR) military exercise performed in a tropical region. Ten …

Something to take home: A two-wave study of work-family facilitation and well-being among Brazilian soldiers prior to and during a humanitarian mission

Abstract: Despite ongoing war scenarios, on today's global, socio-political stage there are many situations that call for noncombat deployments. However, humanitarian missions have …

Factors associated with burnout in military police officers in a city in Paraná

Abstract: Objective: to analyze the association between burnout and sociodemographic, work factors, lifestyle habits and health conditions of military police officers in a …

Influence of the type of physical training on the physical fitness of army cadets

Abstract: Introduction: Military Physical Training programs represent a constant challenge for the Armed Forces to improve body composition indices and physical fitness levels. …

Sleep quality and its predictors in Brazilian Marines

Abstract: Objectives: The objective of this study was to evaluate the quality of sleep and its associated factors in marines (Fuzileiros Navais - FN) of the Brazilian Navy. …

Metabolic flexibility associated with flight time among combat pilots of the Brazilian Air Force

Abstract: Introduction: Fighter pilots must support the effects of many stressors, including physical and psychological exertion, circadian disturbance, jet lag, and environmental …

Effects of a mat pilates-based exercise program for low back pain in helicopter pilots of the Brazilian Air Force: randomized controlled trial

Abstract: Introduction: Helicopter pilots may present chronic low back pain due to vibration exposure and asymmetric posture during flight. Objectives: To analyze the effects of a …

Strategies of hearing preservation with military personnel: A scoping review

Abstract: PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to map the strategies used in hearing health education with military personnel during the Hearing Preservation Program (HPP). …