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Development And Cross-Validation Of A Cadence-Based Metabolic Equation For Walking, Christopher C. Moore
Development And Cross-Validation Of A Cadence-Based Metabolic Equation For Walking, Christopher C. Moore
Masters Theses
Physical Activity Of Preschoolers With Developmental Disabilities And Delays, Michaela A. Schenkelberg
Physical Activity Of Preschoolers With Developmental Disabilities And Delays, Michaela A. Schenkelberg
Theses and Dissertations
Children with developmental disabilities and delays are at greater risk for developing overweight and obesity compared to typically developing peers. Participation in regular physical activity is a modifiable behavior that is consistently associated with improved weight status and other positive health outcomes. Previous studies have identified numerous individual- and environmental-level factors that associate with physical activity among school-age children with and without disabilities. However, little is known about physical activity behaviors and related correlates among preschool-aged children with disabilities (ages 3 – 5 years), especially while they are in preschool settings. Therefore, the overall purpose of this dissertation was to …
Fitness Vs Fatness And Cardiovascular Health In Adolescents, Ashley E. Hensley
Fitness Vs Fatness And Cardiovascular Health In Adolescents, Ashley E. Hensley
Health, Human Performance and Recreation Undergraduate Honors Theses
Background: Adolescent obesity has been on the rise with studies showing obesity tracks into adulthood. Obesity is an independent risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD); CVD is the leading cause of adult death in the U.S. Previous research shows a strong positive relationship between physical activity (PA) and cardiovascular (CV) health even in an obese adult population. Thus, the relationship between adolescent physical fitness and lifetime risk for CVD and all-cause mortality should be investigated. Purpose: The purpose of this study is to determine associations between PA and adiposity with cardiovascular health in obese and non-obese weight adolescents, with the …
The Correlation Between Physical Activity And Grade Point Average, Asia Mccoy
The Correlation Between Physical Activity And Grade Point Average, Asia Mccoy
Honors Theses
The correlation between grade point average (GPA) and physical activity has typically been researched in adolescents, but not a lot of research has focused on traditional college students. Previous research in adolescents has shown mixed outcomes, but there is still evidence that a positive correlation exists between physical activity and GPA. It is also believed that adolescents who are physically active tend to have better academic outcomes than their non-active counterparts as they mature. The primary purpose of our study was to examine the correlation between GPA and physical activity in students attending the College of Education and Human Sciences …
A Profile Of Physical Activity In Knoxville Parks, Margaret R. Bailey
A Profile Of Physical Activity In Knoxville Parks, Margaret R. Bailey
Chancellor’s Honors Program Projects
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Effects Of Adaptive Sports On Quality Of Life In Individuals With Disability, Victoria Reljin
Effects Of Adaptive Sports On Quality Of Life In Individuals With Disability, Victoria Reljin
Williams Honors College, Honors Research Projects
Purpose: The purpose of this study was to identify any correlation between quality of life and adaptive sport participation in individuals with disability. Methods: A questionnaire including the World Health Organization’s Quality of Life - BREF questionnaire and an adaptive sports impact questionnaire were electronically distributed to adults participating in an adaptive sport program. Athletes participating in the adaptive sport program’s wheelchair rugby team completed skill assessments that were examined for changes in physical domain. Results: All participants (n=11) rated their quality of life good or very good. Participants performed best in the environmental and physical domains of the WHOQOL-BREF. …