The Journal of Applied Exercise Physiology is a scholarly journal published by the University of Mazandaran. The journal was originally established in 2005 under the title Journal of Sport Sciences, following official authorization from the Ministry of Culture of Iran. At its inception, the journal was published as a quarterly periodical and covered a broad range of topics in sport sciences, including both biological and human sciences related to sport and physical activity.

In accordance with updated policies of the Ministry of Science, Research and Technology and based on the decision of the Commission for the Evaluation of Scientific Journals, the journal was restructured in 2009 and divided into two independent biannual journals: Applied Exercise Physiology and Sport Management and Motor Behavior. Since then, the Journal of Applied Exercise Physiology has been published regularly as a biannual journal.

The journal publishes original basic, applied, and developmental research articles, as well as review papers, in the field of exercise physiology and related areas of sport sciences. Particular emphasis is placed on applied research, evidence-based studies, and investigations aimed at addressing scientific and practical needs in sport, exercise, and health.

The Journal of Applied Exercise Physiology is officially recognized by the Ministry of Science, Research and Technology of Iran and is indexed in the Islamic World Science Citation Center (ISC), which provides bibliometric indicators for scholarly journals.

In line with contemporary scholarly publishing practices, the journal is published in both limited print and electronic formats. The electronic version of the journal, registered with an electronic ISSN (eISSN), provides free and full-text access to all published articles under an open-access policy, thereby enhancing visibility and accessibility for researchers and professionals in the field of sport and exercise sciences.

All submitted manuscripts undergo a scientific peer review process prior to publication. The responsibility for the content of published articles rests solely with the authors, and the views expressed in the articles do not necessarily reflect those of the editorial board or the publisher. Reproduction and use of the journal’s content are permitted provided that the original source is properly cited.