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Training Workout Log Book Spring 1966-1974, Edward S. Temple

Temple Training Workout Log Books

No abstract provided.

A Study Of The Opinions Of Lds Athletes Concerning Excellence In Gospel Living Contributing To Excellence In Sports, Robert L. Cummings

Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to show by the use of the opinions of LDS athletes who have excelled in sports whether or not excellence in gospel living contributes to excellence in sports.

Religion has played a role in sports from very early history and has continued to the present time. The degree of religious influence has been determined by the society of the time, whether it played a minor or a positive role.

The results of the study pointed out the following:
The teachings of the LDS Church had a positive influence, according to LDS athletes, on the …

A Comparison Of Two Explosive Power Tests For A Variety Of College Athletes, James Leo Fehrenbacher

Masters Theses

No abstract provided.

The Effects Of Training At Two Specified Intensities Upon Heart Rate Response To Submaximal Exercise, Gordon Leverne Noraine

Dissertations and Theses

The relationship between training intensities and fitness gains was selected as a topic for analysis in this study. Forty-six college men served as subjects in one of three groups: a jogging, or moderate intensity, training group, a running, or high intensity, training group, or a control group. All subjects were pre- and post-tested on the Astrand Bike Ergometer Work Test where working heart rates were measured and recorded. The two training groups participated in at least thirteen training sessions between these testing days, in which two miles were covered at the correct intensity level for each subject at each training …

The Effects Of Weight Of Projectile & Arm Segment Lengths On The Accuracy Of The Overarm Throw, Michael Hickey

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

This study was undertaken for the purpose of investigating whether there was (1) a significant relationship between the length of the segments of the throwing arm and the accuracy of the overarm throw, and (2) a significant difference in the accuracy of the overarm throw when the weight of the ball was varied.

The Influence Of Selected Individuals On The Acquisition Of Fundamental Motor Skills Of Girls, Laura Susan Clapp

All Master's Theses

The purpose of this study was to determine the influence of selected individuals on the acquisition of fundamental motor skills of girls. Specific problems were: 1. To develop a device for measuring influences exerted by selected individuals. 2. To measure fundamental motor skills. This study was limited to all ninth grade girls attending Arroyo High School in San Lorenzo, California. This study was limited to one administration of the questionnaire and one administration of the motor ability test per girl.

Physical Working Capacity Of Adult Men Resulting From A Progressive Aerobics Program, Gary Kaye

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

This study was designed to determine the effects of a progressive aerobics training program on the physical working capacity of adults as measured on the bicycle ergometer.

The following hypotheses were tested:

1. A progressive aerobics training program does not increase physical working capacity (PWC).
2. A progressive aerobics training program has no effect on resting, exercise or recovery heart rate.
3. A progressive aerobics training program does not increase predicted maximum oxygen consumption (VO₂).

The Development Of A Basketball Battery For Middle School Male Students, Robert Chappell

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

There has always been a great deal of interest in the measurement of playing ability in team games and many researchers concerned with physical education have made efforts to measure individual aspects of games in relation to the total game situation. However, any objective measurement of skill in a team game will present difficulties, for in many instances the final battery of tests bears little resemblance to the game situation. Games are usually broken down into a number of component parts for the purpose of testing, but the sum of these parts seldom adds up to the total game. Tests …

The Relationship Between Personality Factors Of Collegiate Football Players And Their Effectiveness On The Playing Field, Charles Williams

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

Through the years there has been increasing interest in the investigation of the athlete's personality. Much emphasis has been placed on the psychological characteristics of athletes of a given age group and ability level. Coaches, trainers, and others involved with athletics believe that personality is an essential ingredient in developing a highly skilled individual. However, the ones in leadership seldom put forth explicit statements of such beliefs into a meaningful theory structure that can be assessed and therefore verified. Statement of the Problem: The purpose of this study was to determine whether differences in personality factors existed between groups of …

Ua12/11/1 Recreational Value Of The Dero Downing University Center To The Western Kentucky University Student, Bill Muller

WKU Archives Records

Paper written by Bill Muller for Field Experience in Recreation 489 course. A survey of freshman students' recreational habits prior to and after the opening of the Downing Student Center.

Training Workout Log Book Summer 1969-1971, Edward S. Temple

Temple Training Workout Log Books

No abstract provided.

The Immediate Effect Of Swimming And Track Competition On Blood Ph Values, James B. Knott

Masters Theses

The purpose of the study was to investigate the changes associated with blood pH and different exercise work loads during competition. Finger tip blood samples (1 milliliter), were obtained from 33 male subjects from the varsity swimming and track teams of Eastern Illinois University. The samples were taken prior to exercise and between three and seven and one half minutes after cessation of the event. The blood samples were analyzed with a Radiometer Micro Blood pH Unit. The subjects were chosen on the basis of the events in which they competed. The swimming subjects competed in the 100, 200, 500, …

A Survey Of Injuries Related To Physical Education Activities At Eastern Illinois University From 1960 Through 1966, Fred Arnold Richardi

Masters Theses

No abstract provided.

The Effects Of The Phenomenon Of The Psychological Refractory Period Upon College Athletes And Non-Athletes, Jefferson Knott

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

The following hypotheses will be tested in this study: 1. There is no significant difference of single left hand reaction times between the athlete and non-athlete groups. 2. There is no significant difference of single right hand reaction times between the athlete and non-athlete groups. 3. There are no significant differences of the refractory time means at the various time intervals between stimulus presentation of athletes and non-athletes.

The Effects Of Limited Training In Hypnosis Upon Reaction Time, Veronica Eskridge

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

This study was undertaken for the purpose of investigating the effects of limited training in hypnosis upon reaction time. More specifically, this study was conducted: (1) to find the immediate effect of a post-hypnotic suggestion for improvement upon simple reaction time responses of the preferred hand to a visual stimulus; and (2) to find the carry-over effect of the posthypnotic suggestion after three weeks with no further hypnosis, practice, or instruction.

A Cinamatographic Comparison Of A Volleyball Spike Performed With And Without Ankle Weights, Dianne Lee Davis

Theses & Honors Papers

No abstract provided.

The Relationship Of Outward Rotation Of The Humerus To Baseball Throwing Velocity, Hollister L. Sandstead

Masters Theses

No abstract provided.

The Relationship Of Reaction Time To Success In High School Wrestling, Herbert A. Spyke

Masters Theses

No abstract provided.

Effect Of Overload On The Accuracy Of Throwing A Football, Richard Hopek

Masters Theses

No abstract provided.

Comparison Of General Athletic Ability Of Four Groups Of College Athletes As Measured By Cozens' Test Of General Athletic Ability For College Men, Theodore James Schmitz

Masters Theses

No abstract provided.

The Effect Of Grip Strength In Relation To Success In High School Wrestling, John L. Cutlip

Masters Theses

No abstract provided.

The Results Of The Combined Isotonic-Isometric Execution Compared To The Isotonic Execution In Terms Of Strength Development And Muscle Girth, Arnold William Pedersen

Masters Theses

INTRODUCTION

Although many studies have been made to determine a method of weight training which produces the greatest increases in muscle strength and muscle girth, the conclusions vary in theory and methodology.

Weight training has been subjected to much research in the past. Many of the researchers agree on a method of weight training which produces the best results. However, some advocate the use of isometric contractions as the most desirable method of gaining strength. Others state that isotonic exercise is the only logical way to increase one's strength. Still others say a combination of the two will produce optimum …

A Study To Determine The Feasibility Of Establishing Standards For An Intercollegiate Athletic Program For Women In Tennessee, Jo Frankie Hobson

Masters Theses

Statement of the Problem: Many institutions of higher learning throughout the country provide for the highly skilled woman athlete through an intercollegiate athletic program. None of the colleges and universities in the state of Tennessee make this provision. This investigation dealt with the feasibility of establishing an intercollegiate athletic program for women in Tennessee.

Training Workout Log Book 1957-1966, Edward S. Temple

Temple Training Workout Log Books

No abstract provided.

A Study To Determine The Effects Of Extraneous Visual Cues On The Accuracy Of Shooting A Basketball, William L. Geurin

Masters Theses

No abstract provided.

A Comparison Of The Relationship Between Running Speed And Agility, Stephen Thomas

Masters Theses

No abstract provided.

A Study Of Interscholastic Wrestling Injuries In The State Of Missouri During The 1965-66 Season, Glennon J. Acksel

Masters Theses

No abstract provided.

A Study Of The Effects Of The Track Starter's Time Intervals, Michael Armour Sutton

Masters Theses

[From the Introduction, Statement of the Problem]

The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of the track starter's time interval on the performance of the track runner. It was also a purpose of the study to show the need for more competent starters and clinics for training these officials.

The Effect Of Gymnastic Routines On Blood Pressure And Pulse Rate, Robert Ferguson

Masters Theses

No abstract provided.

Basketball Around The World, Don J. Odle

Ayres Special Collection

Basketball Around the World is divided into two parts. The first includes the span of basketball, the history of basketball, the result of a survey of basketball around the world, and a report of Olympic basketball, including experiences coaching the Chinese Olympic Team. The second part deals with the techniques, strategy, and administration of basketball. By including local and international experiences of the game, Basketball Around the World is presented.