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Effects Of Caffeine Consumpton On Restng Metabolic Rate In College-Aged Females, Allyson Butts, Olivia Crews, Peyton Ellis, Baylee Short Apr 2022

Effects Of Caffeine Consumpton On Restng Metabolic Rate In College-Aged Females, Allyson Butts, Olivia Crews, Peyton Ellis, Baylee Short

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

Over the past decade, the health industry has increasingly targeted young females with supplements and nutri8on products. Energy drinks such as Reign Inferno market themselves as “thermogenic fuel,” promising to increase caloric expenditure at rest. The primary ingredient of products like Reign Inferno is caffeine. According to Belza et al. (2009), caffeine exerts a thermogenic response that can cause acute increases in res8ng metabolic rate (RMR). Res8ng metabolic rate (RMR) is measured via indirect calorimetry, which uses measures of oxygen consump8on (VNO2) and carbon dioxide produc8on (VNCO2) to approximate caloric expenditure from oxida8ve metabolism. At rest, VNO2 should be approximately …


Attitudes Towards Drug Screening In Ncaa D-I Football Players: A Perspective From Athletic Trainers And Players, Paul Williams Apr 2022

Attitudes Towards Drug Screening In Ncaa D-I Football Players: A Perspective From Athletic Trainers And Players, Paul Williams

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

The purpose of this study was to assess and determine the attitudes towards drug screening from athletic trainers (ATs) and D-I football players. Participants within this study included 500 ATs and 15,611 football players who were randomly selected from the Southeastern, Atlantic Coast, BIG Twelve, BIG 10, and Pacific 12 Conferences. A quantitative survey research design was developed with twelve questions for both football players and ATs by using Qualtrics. The surveys asked closed ended questions that were used to assess and determine the attitudes of both through data analysis via Jeffrey’s Amazing Statistics Program (JASP).


Acute Impact Of Barefoot Running On Running Economy In Recreational Runners: A Conceptual Framework., Allyson Butts Apr 2022

Acute Impact Of Barefoot Running On Running Economy In Recreational Runners: A Conceptual Framework., Allyson Butts

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

Barefoot (BF) running is associated with biomechanical alterations that improve performance by increasing running economy (RE). The purpose of this study was to examine the impact of acute BF running on RE in recreational runners. Participants (n = 20) completed treadmill trials in conventional running shoes (CRS) and BF at 60% and 80% of VO2max. A two-way repeated measures analysis of variance (p < 0.05) measured the effects of shoe condition on RE. Results were expected to reflect the speeddependent nature of RE, reduced shoe weight in the BF condition, individualized biomechanical and stride adjustments, and the physiological cost of task novelty. Future directions include expanding population, duration, and variable analysis.


Exercise Prescription For Patients With Spinal Cord Injury, Maggie Jackson, Mackenzie Sauter Apr 2022

Exercise Prescription For Patients With Spinal Cord Injury, Maggie Jackson, Mackenzie Sauter

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

The spinal cord serves as the primary neural communication pathway between the brain and most of the rest of the body. Injury to this region of the spinal column can elicit severe, debilitating conditions. According to the National Strength and Conditioning Association (2018), a spinal cord injury (SCI) is characterized by an injury or disease process of the spinal cord that results in altered motor, sensory, or autonomic functioning (or some combination of these). According to Anjum and colleagues (2020), approximately 250,000 to 500,000 individuals in the world suffer from SCI. SCI pathophysiology consists of acute and chronic phases that …


Covid-19 Effect On Athletes And Non-Athletes Social Support, Lakota Comeau, Leah Dye, Taliyah Wade Apr 2022

Covid-19 Effect On Athletes And Non-Athletes Social Support, Lakota Comeau, Leah Dye, Taliyah Wade

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

For the purposes of this class, a study had to be performed, a study is that of a detailed investigation and analysis of a subject or situation. The study done was to be able to understand the impacts that covid had on both athletes and non-athletes, a study was conducted to understand how each group was affected. The main idea was that there was less stress for athletes due to them having a team dynamic and more social interactions than non-athletes creating more of a stressful environment than those who had some sort of contact with others in a world …


The Relationship Between Ffm And Vertical Jump In Male And Female Division One Collegiate Swimmers, Brady Fields, Steven Laflamme, Steven Couch Apr 2022

The Relationship Between Ffm And Vertical Jump In Male And Female Division One Collegiate Swimmers, Brady Fields, Steven Laflamme, Steven Couch

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

According to García-Ramos et al. (2016), the vertical jump is an essential factor that affects the push-off and start phases of the sport of swimming, which are crucial elements for improving stroke performance and efficiency. Explosive training strategies with resistance and light load work help improve power in the pushing motion. This may be done through plyometric training for out of the water workouts, or resistance training in the water (Makaruk et al., 2020). According to Sheppard et al. (2008), the vertical jump is considered a successful performance indicator in swimming. According to McArdle et al. (2015), the term body …


A Comparison Of Functional Movement Screens Between Genders For Ncaa D1 Swimmers, Ciarra Ashworth, Jessica Vetter, Steven Laflamme, Brady Fields Apr 2022

A Comparison Of Functional Movement Screens Between Genders For Ncaa D1 Swimmers, Ciarra Ashworth, Jessica Vetter, Steven Laflamme, Brady Fields

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

A Functional Movement Screen (FMS) is a way to analyze movement patterns and observe mobility and stability deficits. The FMS test consists of a deep squat, hurdle step, incline lunge, shoulder mobility, active straight-leg raise, trunk stability, and rotary stability movement patterns. The score of the FMS can range from 0-3, 0 being the lowest. In this study, researchers compared FMS scores between male and female, NCAA, D1, swimmers. According to Anderson et. al (2015), Healthy secondary school female athletes scored lower on the total composite than healthy secondary school male athletes. Females also scored lower on the following individual …


The Effects Of Food Intake & Physical Activity On Resting Metabolic Rate, Jasmine Jones, Alexi Card, Danielle Burke, Abby Callahan Apr 2022

The Effects Of Food Intake & Physical Activity On Resting Metabolic Rate, Jasmine Jones, Alexi Card, Danielle Burke, Abby Callahan

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

Resting metabolic rate (RMR) measures the energy a person requires to sustain vital body function while at rest. RMR is the most considerable element of total daily energy expenditure (McArdle et al., 2015). RMR varies depending on gender, age, weight, fat-free body mass (FFM), and physical fitness level (McMurray et al., 2014). During this study, RMR was measured indirectly by measuring the volume of oxygen consumption (VO2), the volume of carbon dioxide production (VCO2) (McMurray et al., 2014). The proper protocol for measuring RMR was to have the subject complete an overnight fast and refrain from working 12-18 hours before …


Gender Differences Of Body Composition Across Four Different Forms Of Assessment, D'Kota Isaac Sams, Isabel Eigenbauer, Reah Barger Apr 2021

Gender Differences Of Body Composition Across Four Different Forms Of Assessment, D'Kota Isaac Sams, Isabel Eigenbauer, Reah Barger

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

The present study aimed to evaluate the differences in body composition, specifically body fat percentage (BF%), fat-free mass (FFM), and body mass index (BMI), across four forms of assessment. It was hypothesized that male subjects, on average, would display consistently lower BF% when compared to females across four body composition data collection methods, and results would be highly correlated between the four. The BOD POD acted as the present study’s gold standard due to it being one of the most accurate methods of assessing BF% (Collins et al., 1999). It was assumed that women would have a higher BF% than …


Effects Of A Post Activation Potentiation Stimulus Coupled With Plyometric Training Program On The Swimming Start Performance Of Collegiate Swimmers, Brady Fields Apr 2021

Effects Of A Post Activation Potentiation Stimulus Coupled With Plyometric Training Program On The Swimming Start Performance Of Collegiate Swimmers, Brady Fields

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

30 collegiate swimmers from Division 1 universities in the south east United States took part in this study. Testing group completed plyometric training coupled with post-activation potentiation (PAP) stimulus as well as structured aquatic training. Control group completed only structured aquatic training. Pre and post program data was gathered from both groups to compare the effects of the training. Both groups were assessed on vertical jump height, swim start velocity, time to the 15m marker, and peak horizontal force. After the training program concluded and the resulting data from the two groups was compared


Do Gender And Collegiate Sport Participation Correlate With Healthier Body Composition In Collegiate Subjects?, Audrey Gun, Tim Bennett, Lauren Deaver Apr 2021

Do Gender And Collegiate Sport Participation Correlate With Healthier Body Composition In Collegiate Subjects?, Audrey Gun, Tim Bennett, Lauren Deaver

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

There has been extensive research by many in the past into body fat percentage measurement methods as well as these measurements. It is historically proven that the common method of BMI is not a good measurement of this, as it is often found that male and female college athletes BMI are significantly higher than non-athletes (Ode et al., 2007). With this in mind, there were many other methods that proved to be more reliable when compared to the golden standard, the bod pod. These methods include bioelectrical impedance (BIA) measurements, and waist-to-hip ratio. For our study, we decided to use …


Exercise Prescription For Patients With Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Josh Bolin, Caitie Mayo Apr 2021

Exercise Prescription For Patients With Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Josh Bolin, Caitie Mayo

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

EDS is a genetic connective tissue disorder which can be classified 13 different ways. Some key features which distinguish this disease are joint hypermobility, skin fragility, joint pain without arthritis, and rupture of blood vessels and internal organs. This pathology can present itself at any age, and no particular type is more common than another. Ethnicity, race, and gender do not seem to determine prevalence of this disease. 1 in every 20,000 people are diagnosed with classical EDS (Ghali et al., 2019). The process of diagnosing a patient includes examination of medical history, skin and musculoskeletal system, and other factors …


The Difference In Maximal Voluntary Ventilation In Trained Persons And Untrained Persons, Tori Birks, Emily Bailor, Maya Jeffcoat, Callie Rhea Oct 2019

The Difference In Maximal Voluntary Ventilation In Trained Persons And Untrained Persons, Tori Birks, Emily Bailor, Maya Jeffcoat, Callie Rhea

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

The purpose of this test was to determine if trained subjects have better MVV performance than untrained subjects. MVV is typically higher in young, aerobically trained athletes who have non-restrive or obstructive lung conditions and whose respiratory muscles are well trained (Beam & Adams, 2014). Hypothesis:It was hypothesized that the trained males will have higher MVV values than untrained females, trained females, and untrained males .


Nutrition Assessment Project On College Student, Larry Digue Oct 2019

Nutrition Assessment Project On College Student, Larry Digue

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

No abstract provided.


10 Day Nutritional Assessment For A Female College Athlete, Ciarra Ashworth, Tori Birks Oct 2019

10 Day Nutritional Assessment For A Female College Athlete, Ciarra Ashworth, Tori Birks

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

No abstract provided.


Absolute And Relative Handgrip Strength Across Gender, Kinzy Hancock, Weslyn Almond, Meredith Ferguson, Brandon Thoms, Lane Evans Oct 2019

Absolute And Relative Handgrip Strength Across Gender, Kinzy Hancock, Weslyn Almond, Meredith Ferguson, Brandon Thoms, Lane Evans

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

The purpose of this study is to evaluate existing differences between absolute and relative handgrip strength in men and women. It was hypothesized that male subjects will exhibit higher absolute hand grip strength, lower %BF, higher FFM, and higher forearm circumference when compared to women. However, men and women will have similar hand grip strength when compared relatively to body composition.


The Effects Of An Aerobic Exercise Program On Strength And Quality Of Life In Lower-Leg Amputees With Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Kristin Russell Apr 2019

The Effects Of An Aerobic Exercise Program On Strength And Quality Of Life In Lower-Leg Amputees With Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Kristin Russell

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

There is a need to determine if an exercise program that focuses on improving aerobic exercise will be beneficial for amputees in comparison to the traditional therapy programs. This study sought to answer this research question. It was hypothesized that an aerobic therapy program would improve quality of life, strength, and decrease PTSD episode frequency.


Comparing Validity Of Body Composition Measuring Tools, Eric Jamison, Kira Ramsey, Kristin Russell Apr 2019

Comparing Validity Of Body Composition Measuring Tools, Eric Jamison, Kira Ramsey, Kristin Russell

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

The purpose of this study was to test the validity of body composition measuring machines by finding the error in percent difference. It was hypothesized that the Bod Pod would provide more valid percent body fat estimates than the Omron 306 and the Omron HBF541C.


Effects Of Grip Width On Bench Press 1rm In College Males, Alan Bennett Apr 2019

Effects Of Grip Width On Bench Press 1rm In College Males, Alan Bennett

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

The Bench Press is said to be the most important of all upper body exercises (Deaton, Ras, 2019). This exercise incorporates several of the muscles in the upper body and is included in training programs for several different sports and activities. The participants of this study were 30 college males, each with at least 1 year of previous training experience and no previous injuries or disabilities that would impair bench press performance. Each of the 30 participants were randomly assigned to 1 of three groups with 10 participants in each group: close grip bench press (100% shoulder width), moderate grip …


Cardiopulmonary Measures For Submaximal Arm And Leg Ergometer Tests, Savannah Hollifield Apr 2019

Cardiopulmonary Measures For Submaximal Arm And Leg Ergometer Tests, Savannah Hollifield

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

Thus, the purpose of this study was to determine the differences in oxygen uptake between arm and leg ergometry, independent of gender and age. It was hypothesized that arm ergometry will display a higher oxygen uptake, heart rate, and RPE values than leg ergometry.


Hand Grip Strength As A Determinant For Upper Extremity Strength, Adonus Lee, Antwann Mccray, Tia Howell, Zach Lovelace Apr 2019

Hand Grip Strength As A Determinant For Upper Extremity Strength, Adonus Lee, Antwann Mccray, Tia Howell, Zach Lovelace

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

This study sought to determine the relationship between grip strength and upper extremity strength, and how the values differ between males and females. It was hypothesized that grip strength was a valid determinant of upper extremity strength, with females having higher relative strength due to having generally smaller body masses than males.


Comparing Power And Endurance Athletes In The Wingate Test, Micah Balltzglier, Antwann Mccray, Jacob Wall, Megan Wortman Oct 2018

Comparing Power And Endurance Athletes In The Wingate Test, Micah Balltzglier, Antwann Mccray, Jacob Wall, Megan Wortman

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

The outcome of the Wingate test will be investigated for both power and endurance athletes in regards to physiological adaptations as a response to power and endurance training. It is hypothesized that throughout the Wingate testing, endurance athletes will display greater recovery heart rates and lower blood pressure values due to their superior aerobic capacity. However, power athletes will maintain a lower overall percent of maximum heart rate reached, as well as lower RPE values due to superior adaptations in the creatine-phosphate, lactate clearing, and anaerobic energy systems.


Cycle Ergometer Vo2 Max Test (Male Vs. Female Athlete And Male Vs. Female Non-Athlete), Eric Jamison, Adonus Lee, Kira Ramsey, Brandon Thoms Oct 2018

Cycle Ergometer Vo2 Max Test (Male Vs. Female Athlete And Male Vs. Female Non-Athlete), Eric Jamison, Adonus Lee, Kira Ramsey, Brandon Thoms

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

The research question posed is, how does relative VO2 of males or females compare to each other? Research has shown that males will have an overall higher VO2 than females. Also, trained individuals will have a higher VO2 than those who are untrained. The purpose of this study is conduct VO2 max tests on trained and untrained males and female to observe the differences in VO2. If the subject is a male, then the VO2 will be higher than the females regardless of training.