Instructions for authors

The Journal of Research in Physical Education, Sport and Health (RPESH) promotes an OPEN ACCESS – OPEN PEER REVIEW SYSTEM, aiming to select the best manuscripts for publication.

This system ensures total transparency and collaboration between authors and reviewers, addressing any non-compliant elements. The final decision is made by the editor, based on discussions and clarifications between the author and reviewer, and the final report on the manuscript.

Editorial Standards and Review System

The Research in Physical Education, Sport and Health (RPESH) journal upholds rigorous editorial standards and employs a double-blind peer-review system to ensure objectivity and fairness. This process ensures that both the authors and reviewers remain anonymous to each other, fostering an unbiased evaluation of the manuscripts.

Review Process

The review process follows these steps:

1. Editorial Pre-selection: Articles are evaluated by the editorial team to determine their suitability for the journal and adherence to submission requirements.
2. Double-Blind Peer Review: Selected manuscripts are reviewed by experts in the relevant field. Reviewers assess the manuscript without knowing the identity of the authors, and authors are not informed about the identity of the reviewers.
3. Final Decision: The editor mediates between authors and reviewers, clarifies necessary revisions, and makes the ultimate decision to accept or reject the manuscript based on reviewer feedback and compliance with journal standards.

Possible Review Outcomes

Manuscripts submitted to RPESH are subject to one of the following outcomes:

1. Rejection due to severe deficiencies in writing, content, or theme.
2. Acceptance without modifications.
3. Acceptance with minor modifications.
4. Acceptance only after major revisions.

The decision will be communicated to the authors in an anonymous form.

Evaluation Protocol

Manuscripts are evaluated according to the following criteria:

1. Originality of the Investigation – 20 points
2. Scientific Topicality – 15 points
3. Applicability to Current Practice – 15 points
4. Design Quality of the Study – 10 points
5. Quality of Results – 10 points
6. Clarity and Depth of Discussions – 10 points
7. Clarity of Conclusions – 10 points
8. Accuracy of Citations and References – 5 points
9. Language Quality – 5 points

Manuscripts scoring below 50 points will be rejected, while those scoring above 70 points will be accepted. Articles scoring between 50–70 points require punctual modifications before a final decision is made.

Submission Process

To submit an article for publication in RPESH, authors are required to use a specific form for uploading the necessary documents. The submission form can be found at the bottom of the submission page. Authors must carefully read and follow the submission instructions before proceeding.

Formatting Guidelines

Authors must use the RPESH article template to ensure proper formatting. Below are specific guidelines:

• Page Setup: A4 format with margins of 2.5 cm on all sides.
• Font: Times New Roman, size 11 for the main text; size 13 for titles.
• Abstract: Must be 200–300 words, structured as follows:
  • Introduction/Background
  • Objective
  • Methods
  • Results
  • Conclusion
  • Keywords (4-6, font size 11)
• Main Text Structure:
  • Introduction: Contextualizes the research, outlines objectives, and defines the problem.
  • Material & Methods: Describes study design, participants, procedures, and analysis methods.
  • Results: Reports findings without interpretation, often using tables or figures.
  • Discussion: Explains findings, relates them to prior research, and discusses limitations.
  • Conclusions: Summarizes main findings and suggests future research directions.
  • References: Lists all cited sources in APA format.

Table and Figure Requirements

• Tables:
  • Numbered sequentially using Roman numerals.
  • Positioned horizontally, centered, and no wider than 150 mm.
  • Titles should appear immediately above the table.
• Figures:
  • Numbered sequentially using Roman numerals.
  • Titles (captions) placed immediately below the figures.
  • Imported as high-resolution image files or objects (e.g., PowerPoint).

Manuscript Length

Articles should typically be between 3–9 pages, as per RPESH editorial policy.

Ethics and Malpractice Statement

The authors are fully responsible for the content of their articles. Articles involving human subjects must comply with the Helsinki Declaration and provide ethical approval documentation. Participants’ anonymity must be preserved in both text and images.

RPESH follows the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) guidelines for handling suspected scientific misconduct, such as plagiarism or data falsification.

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Copyright and Licensing Policy

All articles published in RPESH are subject to a CC BY-NC (Attribution-NonCommercial) license, which permits sharing and adaptation for non-commercial purposes, with proper credit given to the authors and source. The licensing terms are clearly stated on all published articles in both HTML and PDF formats.

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Additional Requirements

• Cover Letter: Each submission must include a signed cover letter outlining a copyright agreement.
• Editing Rights: The editor reserves the right to perform proofreading and corrections for clarity and compliance with publication standards.

Publication Process

The submission of manuscripts will be acknowledged via email provided by the Affiliated Author during the submission process. All manuscripts undergo a double-blind peer-review process, and the publication decision will be communicated within two months. Authors will also be informed about the journal edition in which their article is likely to appear.

Submission Link

To submit your article, please use the form available at this link.