Professor Nikos Koundourakis

(BSc, MSc, PhD)

Academic Institution: University of Crete, School of Medicine

Practical Affiliation (current & previous): OFI Crete FC, Ergotelis FC, Apollon Limassol FC , Pafos FC,

Languages Spoken: Greek, English

Content Feature: Endocrinology of soccer

Area: Sports physiology

Physiology, Testing & Monitoring

Articles by Professor Nikos Koundourakis

Performance Analysis

Dynamic Stretching Protocol in a Warm-up on Neuromuscular Performance Capacity

The objective of this study was to compare the acute and lingering effects of a low volume-duration static and a low volume-duration dynamic stretching regime within a pre-competition warm-up on neuromuscular performance capacity in professional soccer players.

Nikos Koundourakis July 6, 2020

Testing & Monitoring

Effect Strength Training Protocols on Androgen Levels & Performance Parameters

The main androgen, testosterone, affects a variety of parameters such as body composition, muscle metabolism and function, protein synthesis, and muscle mass.18,23 These parameters are related with the ability to perform efficiently during exercise.23,35,39.

Nikos Koundourakis March 18, 2020