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2014

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Psychology and Behavior

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Sprints To Smarts: The Effect Of High Intensity Interval Training On Various Executive Functions, Wesley C. Kephart Mr., Mark D. Faries Mr., Eric J. Jones Mr., Malcolm T. Whitehead Mr. Feb 2014

Sprints To Smarts: The Effect Of High Intensity Interval Training On Various Executive Functions, Wesley C. Kephart Mr., Mark D. Faries Mr., Eric J. Jones Mr., Malcolm T. Whitehead Mr.

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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Fitness A Stronger Exercise Motivator Among United States Female Collegiate Exercise Physiology Students Compared To Czech Republic, Jessica A. Peterson Ms Feb 2014

Fitness A Stronger Exercise Motivator Among United States Female Collegiate Exercise Physiology Students Compared To Czech Republic, Jessica A. Peterson Ms

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Motivation is significant in influencing behavior change and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Physical appearance, weight control, and fitness enhancement are primary motivators for exercise participation and adherence. Exercise knowledge and cultural influences are less established. The purpose of this study was to compare exercise motivators among collegiate female exercise physiology students from the United States (US) and the Czech Republic (CR). US (N=28; age=21.1±2.2) and CR (N=25; age=20.2±1.5) freshman exercise physiology students from Valdosta State University (Valdosta, GA) and Palacký University (Olomouc, CR) volunteered for the study. A secondary analysis was conducted on female participants using body mass index (BMI) …