Journal description

published bimonthly by Edizioni Luigi Pozzi, Roma, Italy

Co-editors: Amy Whitehead and Heetae Cho
Managing editor: Alberto Cei


The International Journal of Sport Psychology (IJSP) is committed to the dissemination of both theoretical and practical contributions across the expansive domain of human movement sciences. Manuscripts that investigate the intersection of psychology, sport pedagogy, exercise and sport performance are welcomed within the IJSP's comprehensive scope.

The primary objectives of IJSP are the widespread dissemination of meticolously conducted and pertinent research, the facilitation of discourse regarding theoretical development, and the critical examination of both the validation and contradiction of previous findings. The journal embraces a wide spectrum of research methodologies, underscoring the significance of congruity among epistemiological foundations, research questions, methodological tools, and statistical or clinical analyses. IJSP also encourages the inclusion of well-executed case studies when they are applied appropriately and rigorously.

Comprising the following sections, IJSP delves into various dimensions of human movement sciences, including but not limited to:

  1. Motor learning and control
  2. Cognition and neuropsychological processes
  3. Wellbeing and exercise
  4. Motivation and social psychology
  5. Moral and ethical issues
  6. Intervention / clinical / counseling psychology
  7. Emotion, mood and affectivity
  8. Leadership and behavioral coaching
  9. Cultural sport psychology
  10. Mental health issues
  11. Sport coaching psychology

IJSP remains steadfast in upholding the highest standards of scholarship, rigor, and relevance in the field of sport and exercise psychology. We aspire to be an invaluable resource for the global community of scholars and practitioners interested in the intricate dynamics between psychology and the multifaceted realm of human movement sciences.




CALL FOR PAPERS - SPECIAL ISSUE

Intelligent Technologies in Exercise and Sport: Psychological, Cognitive and Performance Perspectives


This Special Issue explores how intelligent technologies are transforming exercise and sport across psychological, cognitive, behavioural, motor, health and performance contexts. Topics include artificial intelligence, wearable sensors, virtual and augmented reality, mobile applications, computer vision, digital biofeedback and adaptive digital coaching. The issue welcomes research addressing exercise motivation, adherence, attention, decision-making, motor learning, psychological wellbeing, rehabilitation, behavioural change and performance development. Contributions involving elite athletes, recreational exercisers, fitness populations and health-oriented physical activity are encouraged. The Special Issue aims to advance evidence-based understanding and practical applications of intelligent technologies across diverse exercise and sport settings.


GUEST EDITOR INFORMATION

Prof. Fernaz Narin Nur
Department of Computer Science & Engineering (CSE)
Faculty of Electrical and Computer Engineering
Dhaka, Bangladesh

Ass. Prof. Bryan Weisheng Chiu
School of Business and Administration
Hong Kong Metropolitan University
Hong Kong, China


MANUSCRIPT SUBMISSION – KEY DATES

  • Extended abstract submission deadline: 15th December 2026
  • Notification of abstract outcome (invitation to submit full manuscript): 9th January 2027
  • Full manuscript submission deadline: 30th April 2027
  • First-round decisions to authors: 30th June 2027
  • Revised manuscript submission deadline: 31st August 2027
  • Final acceptance notification: 15th October 2027
  • Submission of complete issue to the publisher: November 2027
  • Anticipated publication: late 2027/early 2028

ABSTRACT SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

  • Authors interested in contributing to the Special Issue should submit an extended abstract through the IJSP Manuscript Submission page
  • The extended abstract should include:
    1. Title of the proposed manuscript
    2. Names and affiliations of all authors
    3. Contact details of the corresponding author
    4. Abstract of approximately 500 words
    5. Three to five keywords
    6. Type of manuscript proposed, such as an original research article, systematic review, theoretical paper or applied study

Co-Editors


Professor Amy Whitehead

School of Sport and Exercise Science, Liverpool John Moores University

Associate Prof. Heetae Cho

Dpt. of Sport Science, Sungkyunkwan University