Sports Sciences Research – 3 is an interdisciplinary academic compilation that explores the multifaceted nature of sports from psychological, physiological, managerial, and technological perspectives. The chapters cover diverse topics such as the impact of outdoor recreation on psychological well-being, the relationship between motivation and psychological recovery in sports, the importance of flexibility training for football players, and the role of gut microbiota modulation in athletic performance. In addition, the book discusses the importance of social media for sports clubs, the implications of artificial intelligence and digitalization in sports sciences, and the financial sustainability issues arising from Financial Fair Play (FFP) regulations.

This volume views sport as a holistic phenomenon that integrates physical performance with mental, biological, and social dimensions. By combining theoretical insights with practical analyses, it contributes to the current literature on both individual athlete development and institutional management in sports. It serves as a comprehensive academic reference for researchers, practitioners, and students seeking to understand the evolving landscape of contemporary sports sciences.