Karuppasamy Govindasamy

@siu.edu.in

Department of Sports Recreation and Wellness
Symbiosis International (Deemed University), Hyderabad Campus

Karuppasamy Govindasamy, is an accomplished researcher and academic with extensive experience in the field of Physical Education Sports Science. Currently, he serves as Assistant Director of Physical Education and Sports at Symbiosis International (Deemed University), Hyderabad Campus, India. Karuppasamy Govindasamy has contributed significantly to the field of sports physiology, training methods, and health and wellness.

A key member of Frontiers in Physiology, Karuppasamy Govindasamy research focuses on , metabolic and hormonal responses to exercise and training, with a particular emphasis on training modalities, gender influences, and aging. His recent work includes ground-breaking studies on obesity and health related disorders, contributing valuable insights to both academia and practical applications.

RESEARCH, TEACHING, or OTHER INTERESTS

Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation
133

Scopus Publications

624

Scholar Citations

11

Scholar h-index

16

Scholar i10-index

Scopus Publications

RECENT SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • Effects of Integrating 3-D Virtual Reality Prior to Small-Sided Games on Intention to Continue Exercising, Teamwork, and Technical Performance in Young Soccer Athletes
    A Hariono, K Govindasamy, A Tannoubi, N Gazali, A Kurtoğlu, J Lobo, ...
    Sport Mont 24 (2), Ahead of Print , 2026
    2026
  • Effects of Team Sports on Sleep Quality: A Systematic Review
    MM Khaleghi, F Ahmadi, A Rabieezadeh, J Tejaswi, K Govindasamy, ...
    Frontiers in Sports and Active Living 8, 1746309 , 2026
    2026
  • Effects of a Combined Iyengar Yoga and Yoga Nidra Intervention on Pain, Physiological, and Psychological Outcomes in Older Men with Chronic Low Back Pain: A Randomized …
    VAG Ajendra Narayan Samal, Shankar Kanagasabapathy, Josyula Tejaswi ...
    Sport Mont 24 (1), 77-86 , 2026
    2026
  • Influence of sleep quality and patterns on different sports events of collegiate athletes in Bangladesh: Insights from the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index
    A Azim, J Hossain, B Katanic, R Çitozi, KH Hanif, L Oliveira, ...
    Montenegrin Journal of Sports Science and Medicine 15 (1), Ahead of Print , 2026
    2026
  • Effects of the FIFA 11+ Program on physical fitness in youth and adult soccer players: a systematic review and meta-analysis
    IN Kambitta Valappil, K Govindasamy, G Vasanthi, M Elayaraja, ...
    Sports Medicine, 1-21 , 2026
    2026
    Citations: 4
  • What We Get Wrong About Stress in Sports Psychology: An Opinion
    D A KABEER, K Govindasamy, L AS, S KK, A MK
    Frontiers in Psychology 17, 1752653 , 2026
    2026
  • GROWTH PATTERNS IN PRIMARY SCHOOL CHILDREN: THE ROLE OF AGE, GENDER, AND SOCIOECONOMIC FACTORS.
    F Akter Boby, H Yasin, K Govindasamy, MD Ul Islam, M Elloumi, ...
    F1000Research 15, 88 , 2026
    2026
  • Gamification and Technology-Mediated Learning: Modern Tools for Active Engagement Among Physical Education Students
    D Karmakar, A Das, SS Dubey, A Mandal, D Sharma, K Govindasamy
    Applied, Cultural, and Pedagogical Innovations for Fostering Engagement in … , 2026
    2026
  • The Future of Physical Education in an AI-Driven Post-Pandemic World
    D Karmakar, A Das, K Govindasamy, A Mandal, D Sharma, SS Dubey
    Applied, Cultural, and Pedagogical Innovations for Fostering Engagement in … , 2026
    2026
  • Lifelong Physical Activity Habits and Their Roots in Early Engagement
    D Karmakar, A Das, D Sharma, SS Dubey, A Mandal, K Govindasamy
    Theoretical and Analytical Perspectives on Interest and Engagement in … , 2026
    2026
  • Discrimination against women in sport: a Scopus-based bibliometric analysis (1995–2026)
    V Wilson, DA Kabeer, J Tejaswi, J Sundararaja, J Vveinhardt, ...
    Behavioral sciences. 16 (5), 1-31 , 2026
    2026
  • Neuroplasticity and the Breath: Unpacking the Brain Mechanisms Behind Yogic Pranayama
    A Korol, G Vasanthi, M Elayaraja, K Govindasamy
    Improving Mental Well-Being at the Intersection of Mindfulness, Meditation … , 2026
    2026
  • Synchronization Through Yoga: Connecting the Physical and Mental Realms
    D Karmakar, A Das, TO Bhutia, K Govindasamy, D Sharma, A Mandal
    Improving Mental Well-Being at the Intersection of Mindfulness, Meditation … , 2026
    2026
  • Ethics of Using Artificial Intelligence and Digital Tools in Research
    D Karmakar, A Das, TO Bhutia, K Govindasamy, A Kumar
    Cases on Research Ethics, 283-310 , 2026
    2026
  • Navigating Ethical Challenges in Sports and Exercise Science Research
    D Karmakar, A Das, K Govindasamy, TO Bhutia, A Mandal
    Cases on Research Ethics, 123-150 , 2026
    2026
  • Future Trends in Research Ethics: Navigating New Ethical Frontiers
    D Karmakar, A Das, TO Bhutia, K Govindasamy, A Mandal
    Cases on Research Ethics, 407-434 , 2026
    2026
  • The Therapeutic Role of Exercise in Schizophrenia: Enhancing Cognitive, Social, and Emotional Health
    D Karmakar, A Das, TO Bhutia, K Govindasamy, SS Dubey
    The Effect of Exercise on Emotion, 93-122 , 2026
    2026
    Citations: 1
  • Integrating Technology in Sports Education: Opportunities and Challenges for Teacher Educators
    D Karmakar, A Das, TO Bhutia, K Govindasamy, A Kumar
    Preparing Educators for Complexity and Change: Resilient Pedagogies, Digital … , 2026
    2026
    Citations: 1
  • Reshaping the Brain: Exercise-Induced Neuroplasticity and Psychological Resilience
    D Karmakar, A Das, TO Butia, K Govindasamy, B Sebastian
    The Effect of Exercise on Emotion, 171-200 , 2026
    2026
    Citations: 1
  • Benefits of Sports for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder
    D Karmakar, A Das, K Govindasamy, E Masilamani, INK Valappil
    Benefits of Play, Play Therapy, Sports, and Recreation for Children of … , 2026
    2026

MOST CITED SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of the Association Between ACTN3 R577X Genotypes and Performance in Endurance Versus Power Athletes and Non …
    EM El Ouali, B Barthelemy, J Del Coso, AC Hackney, I Laher, ...
    Sports Medicine-Open 10 (1), 37 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 33
  • The effects of exercise training on plasma volume variations: A systematic review
    H Zouhal, F Rhibi, A Salhi, A Jayavel, AC Hackney, A Saeidi, ...
    International journal of sports medicine , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 29
  • Impact of technical-tactical and physical performance on the match outcome in professional soccer: A case study
    B Barthelemy, G Ravé, K Govindasamy, A Ali, J Del Coso, J Demeaux, ...
    Journal of human kinetics 94, 203 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 27
  • The effects of preferred music and its timing on performance, pacing, and psychophysiological responses during the 6-min test
    N Jebabli, H Zouhal, D Boullosa, K Govindasamy, C Tourny, AC Hackney, ...
    Journal of human kinetics 82, 123-133 , 2022
    2022
    Citations: 23
  • Listening to music during a repeated sprint test improves performance and psychophysiological responses in healthy and physically active male adults
    N Jebabli, A Ben Aabderrahman, D Boullosa, H Chtourou, N Ouerghi, ...
    BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation 15 (1), 21 , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 20
  • Effects of Endurance Training Intensity on Pulmonary Diffusing Capacity at Rest and after Maximal Aerobic Exercise in Young Athletes
    HZ Rim Dridi, Nadia Dridi, Karuppasamy Govindasamy, Nabil Gmada, Ridha ...
    International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 18 (23), 12359 , 2021
    2021
    Citations: 19
  • Sex-specific effects of small-sided games in basketball on psychometric and physiological markers during Ramadan intermittent fasting: a pilot study
    S Brini, AB Abderrahman, CCT Clark, S Zouita, AC Hackney, ...
    BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation 13 (1), 56 , 2021
    2021
    Citations: 17
  • Recreational female athletes’ understanding of and perceived impact of the menstrual cycle on physical performance, mood, and sleeping behaviour
    EA Michelekaki, M Michaelides, K Govindasamy, K Parpa
    Women 3 (3), 445-456 , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 16
  • Effects of resistance training on sarcopenia risk among healthy older adults: A scoping review of physiological mechanisms
    K Govindasamy, CR Rao, B Chandrasekaran, K Parpa, U Granacher
    Life 15 (5), 688 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 14
  • Impact of french contrast training on field hockey players’ biomotor and physiological parameters: a pretest-posttest study
    IN KV, G Vasanthi, M Elayaraja, R Murugesan, K Govindasamy, H Gogoi
    Retos 58, 1097-1105 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 13
  • Implementing technical training models to enhance basic volleyball skills in students
    Y Astuti, E Erianti, H Lawanis, BE Orhan, A Ikhlas, K Govindasamy
    Retos: nuevas tendencias en educación física, deporte y recreación, 1075-1083 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 12
  • A Critical Review on Traditional Medicines, Ayurvedic Herbs and fruits in Treatment of Cardiovascular Diseases
    NSR P. K. Kumar, K. Govindasamy, G. Kumaresan
    Research Journal of Pharmacy and Technology 13 (7), 3480-3484 , 2020
    2020
    Citations: 11
  • Exploring Motivation and Enjoyment as Key Determinants of Sustained Physical Activity Across Diverse Demographics
    BE Orhan, W Alkasasbeh, A Karaçam, K Govindasamy
    Sport Mont 23 (2), 63-69 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 10
  • Effect of local mud application in patients with knee osteoarthritis-A systematic review and meta-analysis
    D Boopalan, V Vijayakumar, S Kalidas, P Ravi, A Balakrishnan, ...
    International journal of biometeorology 68 (10), 1923-1934 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 10
  • The effects of kettlebell training versus resistance training using the own body mass on physical fitness and physiological adaptations in obese adults: a randomized controlled …
    K Govindasamy, H Gogoi, N Jebabli, SM Bediri, M Aljahni, K Parpa, ...
    BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation 16 (1), 1-15 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 10
  • Thermal dysregulation in patients with multiple sclerosis during SARS-CoV-2 infection. The potential therapeutic role of exercise
    O Razi, B Tartibian, AM Teixeira, N Zamani, K Govindasamy, K Suzuki, ...
    Multiple Sclerosis and Related Disorders 59, 103557 , 2022
    2022
    Citations: 10
  • Effects of different types of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) on physical performance in female basketball players—A systematic review
    I Čaprić, M Stanković, I Bojić, B Katanić, I Jelaska, L Pezelj, B Masanovic, ...
    Life 15 (8), 1180 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 9
  • The Relationship between Physical Activity Enjoyment and Exercise Addiction
    Y Astuti, BE Orhan, A Karaçam, K Govindasamy
    International Journal of Human Movement and Sports Sciences 12 (4), 720 - 728 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 9
  • Effectiveness of High-Intensity Circuit Training on Physical Fitness Among Athletes: A Systematic Review of Randomized-Controlled and Non-Controlled Trials
    M Mahalingam, S Saibya, G Pandey, D Karmakar, YS Rajpoot, ...
    Fizjoterapia Polska 24 (3), 145-157 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 9
  • Effect of music therapy on sleep quality in elderly: A systematic review and meta-analysis
    C Li, AP Kumar, D Wankhar, M Kuppusamy, K Govindasamy
    Plos one 20 (11), e0334356 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 8