McClean Performance

Research

My work focuses on applied sport science, neuromuscular performance, and data-driven decision-making in high-performance sport environments. Selected peer-reviewed publications, academic contributions, and applied research outputs are listed below.

20+
Journal Articles
20+
Presentations
2020–25
Active Years
Peer-Reviewed

Journal Articles

Selected publications. A complete list is available on Google Scholar.

  • The Influence of Sport Representation and Attitudes Toward Strength Training on Neuromuscular Performance Profiles in University Athletes: Part I Female Athletes
    2025 McClean, Z., da Silva Torres, R., Herzog, W., et al.  ·  The Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research
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  • The Influence of Sport Representation and Attitudes Toward Strength Training on Neuromuscular Performance Profiles in University Athletes: Part II Male Athletes
    2025 McClean, Z., da Silva Torres, R., Herzog, W., et al.  ·  The Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research
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  • Predicting Multijoint Maximal Eccentric and Concentric Strength With Force-Velocity Jump Mechanics in Collegiate Athletes
    2025 McClean, Z., McKenzie, M., Zukowski, M., et al.  ·  International Journal of Sport Physiology and Performance
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  • A Biopsychosocial Model for Understanding Training Load, Fatigue, and Musculoskeletal Sport Injury in University Athletes: A Scoping Review
    2024 McClean, Z., Pasanen, K., Lun, V., et al.  ·  The Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research
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  • Lower Extremity Asymmetry Values Derived From Multiple Strength Testing Modes are Associated with Perceived Functional Capabilities Among University Athletes
    2024 McClean, Z., Boon-van Mossel, N., McKenzie, M., et al.  ·  Translational Sports Medicine
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  • Blood Flow Restriction During High-Intensity Interval Cycling Exacerbates Psychophysiological Responses to a Greater Extent in Females than Males
    2023 McClean, Z., Young, A., Pohl, A., et al.  ·  Journal of Applied Physiology
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  • Shorter High-Intensity Cycling Intervals Reduce Performance and Perceived Fatigability at Work-Matched but Not Task Failure
    2023 McClean, Z., Iannetta, D., MacInnis, M., Aboodarda, S.  ·  Medicine and Science in Sport and Exercise
    Google Scholar Journal Link
Invited & Conference

Presentations

  • The Neuromuscular Benchmark: An Unsupervised Machine Learning Analysis Examining Muscle Strength in Female Athletes
    2025 McClean, Z., da Silva Torres, R., Herzog, W., et al.
    National Strength and Conditioning Association Conference  ·  Kansas City, USA
  • Lower Limb Strength Asymmetries Predict Perception of Limb Function in University Athletes
    2024 McClean, Z., Boon-van Mossel, N., Pasanen, K., Jordan, M.
    American College of Sports Medicine Conference  ·  Boston, USA
  • A Biopsychosocial Athlete Monitoring Approach to Inform Training, Injury Risk Reduction, and Rehabilitation in the Elite Athlete
    2024 McClean, Z.
    Perspectives in Exercise Health and Fitness Conference  ·  Canmore, Canada
  • Uncovering Whole Body Eccentric and Concentric Muscle Strength Using Loaded Countermovement Jump Testing
    2024 McClean, Z., McKenzie, M., Jordan, M.
    Canadian Society for Biomechanics  ·  Edmonton, Canada
Applied Perspectives

For applied interpretations of this research, see related essays in the McClean Performance Insights newsletter.