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Effects Of Short Term Low Intensity Resistance Training With Blood Flow Restriction On Bone Markers And Muscle Cross-Sectional Area In Young Men, SoJung Kim, Vanessa D. Sherk, Michael G. Bemben, Debra A. Bemben Western Kentucky University

Effects Of Short Term Low Intensity Resistance Training With Blood Flow Restriction On Bone Markers And Muscle Cross-Sectional Area In Young Men, Sojung Kim, Vanessa D. Sherk, Michael G. Bemben, Debra A. Bemben

International Journal of Exercise Science

Int J Exerc Sci 5(2) : 136-147, 2012. This study compared the effects of short term resistance training with and without blood flow restriction (BFR) on bone turnover markers and muscle cross-sectional area (MCSA) in young men (18-35 yrs). Subjects were randomly assigned to a BFR (20% 1RM) resistance training group (BFRT, n=10), a high intensity (80% 1RM) resistance training group (RT, n=10), or a BFR only group (BFR, n=10). Both BFRT and RT trained 3 days per week (2 sets, 10 repetitions) for 3 weeks for leg press, knee extension, and knee flexion isotonic exercises. BFR ...

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Comparison Of The Ymca Cycle Sub-Maximal Vo2 Max Test To A Treadmill Vo2 Max Test, Jeremy G. Carter, Kelly A. Brooks, Joshua R. Sparks Western Kentucky University

Comparison Of The Ymca Cycle Sub-Maximal Vo2 Max Test To A Treadmill Vo2 Max Test, Jeremy G. Carter, Kelly A. Brooks, Joshua R. Sparks

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Abstract Submissions

INTRODUCTION: An individual’s maximum capacity to extract, transport, and utilize oxygen is reflected by their VO2 max (10,22). Numerous physiological factors affect a person’s maximal oxygen consumption. A person’s VO2 max is dependent on their pulmonary, cardiovascular, and muscular systems, which depends on their ventilation-aeration efficiency, central and peripheral blood flow, and metabolism of their active muscles (13,17). The six factors that have the most influence on a person’s maximal aerobic power are heredity, state of training, gender, body size and composition, age, and the mode of the exercise (16). A person’s VO2 ...

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Head And Neck Embryology: An Overview Of Development, Growth And Defect In The Human Fetus, Allison Baylis University of Connecticut

Head And Neck Embryology: An Overview Of Development, Growth And Defect In The Human Fetus, Allison Baylis

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The purpose of this research is to explore the growth and formation of the head and neck from embryological development through puberty in order to understand how this knowledge is necessary for the development of dental and medical treatments and procedures. This is a necessary aspect of the medical and dental school curriculum at the University of Connecticut Health Center Schools of Medicine and Dental Medicine that needs to be incorporated into the current study of embryology for first-year students. Working with Dr. Christine Niekrash, D.M.D, this paper will cover the embryology and growth of the head, face ...

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Modern Cavemen? Stereotypes And Reality Of The Ancestral Health Movement, David B. Schwartz, Hamilton M. Stapell Ancestral Health Society

Modern Cavemen? Stereotypes And Reality Of The Ancestral Health Movement, David B. Schwartz, Hamilton M. Stapell

Journal of Evolution and Health

Both academic and popular interest in the ancestral health movement, or “paleo” lifestyle, has grown rapidly in recent years. More people than ever are joining the movement, and more books and articles are being published on the topic. Media coverage and certain societal preconceptions of the movement have also increased. More often than not, followers of a paleo lifestyle are thought to be “modern cavemen”: athletic, single, meat-eating, young, white, and male. To test whether or not these stereotypes are true, the authors of the present study created the first large, academic survey (N = 3,967) of the ancestral health ...

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Accuracy Of Consumer Grade Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis Devices Compared To Air Displacement Plethysmography, Janet T. Peterson, Wendy E. S. Repovich, Carlye R. Parascand Western Kentucky University

Accuracy Of Consumer Grade Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis Devices Compared To Air Displacement Plethysmography, Janet T. Peterson, Wendy E. S. Repovich, Carlye R. Parascand

International Journal of Exercise Science

The purpose of this study was to examine the accuracy of percent body fat estimates from seven different bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) models and a seven-site skin fold formula (SKF) compared with air displacement plethysmography (ADP) in females. Eighty-two female volunteers ranging from 19-67 years (31.96 ± 1.39) enrolled in this study. Body composition was assessed by seven site skin folds (SKF), ADP, Tetrapolar BIA (TBIA), and five consumer grade BIA devices: finger to finger (FF), hand to hand (HH) and three different leg to leg (LL1, LL2, LL3) models. In addition, LL3 was analyzed using the athletic (LL3a ...

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Power Training: Can It Improve Functional Performance In Older Adults? A Systematic Review, John Rice†, Justin Keogh‡ Western Kentucky University

Power Training: Can It Improve Functional Performance In Older Adults? A Systematic Review, John Rice†, Justin Keogh‡

International Journal of Exercise Science

Older adults’ reduced performance in functional activities of daily living (ADL) such as gait, sit to stand or stair climbing may reflect age-related declines in muscular power more so than strength. Therefore, this review was conducted to determine if power training is effective in improving the functional ability of older adults, and if so, if it was more effective than strength training. The review was performed using Medline (PubMed), CINAHL, Sports Discus, ProQuest 5000 International and Google Scholar with the keywords “power training”, “older adult” and “elder” and all derivatives. Of the 12 eligible studies identified, nine also included a ...

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Accuracy Of The Omron Hbf-500 Body Composition Monitor In Male And Female College Students, Michael I. Pribyl, John D. Smith, G Richard Grimes Western Kentucky University

Accuracy Of The Omron Hbf-500 Body Composition Monitor In Male And Female College Students, Michael I. Pribyl, John D. Smith, G Richard Grimes

International Journal of Exercise Science

The Omron HBF-500 is an inexpensive body composition monitor that incorporates both hand-to-hand and foot-to-foot electrical impedance technology. At this time, studies examining the accuracy of the HBF-500 when estimating percent body fat (%BF) are scarce and if this instrument gains popularity due to its claimed precision, comparisons against validated techniques should be conducted. The purpose of this study was to assess the accuracy of the Omron HBF-500 body composition monitor using the BOD POD as a criterion. Forty-eight men and 33 women participated in the study (24.3±6.9 years, 171.0±10.0 cm, 78.4±18 ...

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Determination Of Blood Lactate Concentration: Reliability And Validity Of A Lactate Oxidase-Based Method, Rachel White*, Daniel Yaeger*, Stasinos Stavrianeas‡ Western Kentucky University

Determination Of Blood Lactate Concentration: Reliability And Validity Of A Lactate Oxidase-Based Method, Rachel White*, Daniel Yaeger*, Stasinos Stavrianeas‡

International Journal of Exercise Science

The measurement of blood lactate has long been used as marker of exercise intensity and training status. We compared a commercially available lactate oxidase spectrophotometric method (LO) to determine blood lactate levels to two previously validated methods, the lactate dehydrogenase spectrophotometric method (LDH), and the YSI 1500L Sport lactate analyzer (YSI). First we established a series of calibration curves over physiological range of lactate values (1-15 mM∙l-1 for the spectrophotometric assays and 1-30 mM∙l-1 for the YSI) with high correlations (0.986 < r < 0.999). Aerobically trained participants (n = 11) performed repeated exercise bouts of varying intensities on a cycle ergometer. Capillary blood samples (n = 189) were collected from the earlobe and the blood lactate concentration was determined using each of the three methods. An ANOVA (alpha=0.05) revealed no differences in blood lactate concentrations between the three methods. The three experimental protocols yielded similarly-shaped lactate curves, although the actual values for the LDH method was somewhat lower than the LO and the YSI at every intensity level. Bland-Altman plots revealed a slight bias towards lower lactate values with the LDH method, perhaps indicative of a more conservative measure of blood lactate. We conclude that the LO method is a reliable and valid method to determine blood lactate concentrations spectrophotometrically. All three methods can provide useful within-subject lactate curves, although we caution against interchangeable use of the three methods.

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Body Image As A Motivator And Barrier To Exercise Participation, Laura R. Brudzynski*, William Ebben‡ Western Kentucky University

Body Image As A Motivator And Barrier To Exercise Participation, Laura R. Brudzynski*, William Ebben‡

International Journal of Exercise Science

Int J Exerc Sci 3(1): 14-24, 2010. This study examined self-reported relationships between motivations and barriers to exercise, frequency of exercise, and location of exercise to body image. The study surveyed 1044 students from a large Midwestern university. Respondents comprised of 689 (66.0%) females and 355 (34.0%) males with an age range of 17-55 years. Raw survey data were analyzed using independent content analysis. Most participants (76.8%) reported exercising while the remainder did not. Body image was a significant factor in determining the amount exercised for a majority of participants (58.3%), as well as the ...

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The Relationship Between Stride Rates, Lengths And Body Size And Their Affect On Elite Triathletes’ Running Performance During Competition, Grant J. Landers, Brian A. Blanksby, Timothy R. Ackland Western Kentucky University

The Relationship Between Stride Rates, Lengths And Body Size And Their Affect On Elite Triathletes’ Running Performance During Competition, Grant J. Landers, Brian A. Blanksby, Timothy R. Ackland

International Journal of Exercise Science

Previous research has suggested that a degree of predictability exists in the relationship between self-selected running stride rates (SR) and stride lengths (SL) with measures of body size such as mass, height and limb lengths. Significant correlations have also been revealed between these body size measures and performance and between SL and performance. However, there is also evidence to suggest that triathlon performance may be related to maintaining a longer SL during the final run. Hence, the aim of this investigation was to examine whether there was any relationship between SR and SL, with body masses and heights of senior ...

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Determinants Of The Magnitude Of Training Mediated Muscle Hypertrophy, Cameron Mitchell 2014 McMaster University

Determinants Of The Magnitude Of Training Mediated Muscle Hypertrophy, Cameron Mitchell

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Chronic resistance training leads to muscle hypotrophy in a wide range of populations however most resistance training studies are relatively small in sample size

Three studies were conducted to better understand the sources of this variability. The first study employed a unilateral resistance training model to test the effects of relative training load and volume on the magnitude of hypertrophy and strength gains. This study showed that high relative training loads were no better than low training loads at inducing muscle hypertrophy provided that each set was performed to the point of muscular exhaustion. In agreement with previous finding, strength ...

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Nickel Bioaccumulation As A Predictor Of Toxicity, Erin M. Leonard 2014 McMaster University

Nickel Bioaccumulation As A Predictor Of Toxicity, Erin M. Leonard

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Recently, the focus of metal toxicity has shifted from concentrations within the aqueous environment to bioaccumulation within the organism. In this regard, the Biotic Ligand Model (BLM) relates the binding of metal at specific toxic sites (“ligands”) to eventual toxicity, whereas the Tissue Residue Approach (TRA) relates metal burdens at whole body, tissue, or subcellular levels to eventual toxicity. However, much less is currently known regarding Ni in comparison to other metals. This thesis addresses this knowledge gap by evaluating the use of Ni bioaccumulation as a predictor of toxicity in a number of fish and invertebrate species; bioaccumulation endpoints ...

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Selected Predictors Of Ankle And Hip Mobilty In Baseball Pitching Performance And Ball Velocity, Derek E. Howell 2014 Western Kentucky University

Selected Predictors Of Ankle And Hip Mobilty In Baseball Pitching Performance And Ball Velocity, Derek E. Howell

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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Selected Predictors of Hip/Ankle Mobility for Baseball Pitching Performance and Ball Velocity

D.E. HOWELL and J.D. MILLER

Human Performance Lab, Department of Exercise of Sport Science, Oklahoma City University, Oklahoma City, OK

Category: Undergraduate

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Hip and ankle mobility are important variables in ball velocity and pitching performance. Possible indices in hip mobility are passivehip internal rotation (IR) and external rotation (ER). A contributor of ankle mobility is passive ankle dorsi-flexion (PAD). This study examines the relationship of selected indices in hip and ankle mobility for collegiate baseball pitchers with the athlete’s respective coaches ...

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Acute Vascular Effects Of Aquatic And Land Treadmill Exercise, Dustin Joubert, Peter Grandjean, Stephen Crouse 2014 Western Kentucky University

Acute Vascular Effects Of Aquatic And Land Treadmill Exercise, Dustin Joubert, Peter Grandjean, Stephen Crouse

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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A Comparison Of Heart Rate Slope Between High Fit And Recreational Fit Cyclists, Carpenter Wyatt, Megan Moats, Ashaunta Williams, Frank Wyatt 2014 Western Kentucky University

A Comparison Of Heart Rate Slope Between High Fit And Recreational Fit Cyclists, Carpenter Wyatt, Megan Moats, Ashaunta Williams, Frank Wyatt

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A Comparison Of Heart Rate Variability Between High Fit And Recreational Fit Cyclists, Megan Moats, Ashaunta Williams, Carpenter Wyatt, Frank Wyatt 2014 Western Kentucky University

A Comparison Of Heart Rate Variability Between High Fit And Recreational Fit Cyclists, Megan Moats, Ashaunta Williams, Carpenter Wyatt, Frank Wyatt

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A Comparison Of Heart Rate Threshold Points Between High Fit And Recreational Fit Cyclists, Ashaunta Williams, Carpenter Wyatt, Megan Moats, Frank Wyatt 2014 Western Kentucky University

A Comparison Of Heart Rate Threshold Points Between High Fit And Recreational Fit Cyclists, Ashaunta Williams, Carpenter Wyatt, Megan Moats, Frank Wyatt

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Exercise Attenuated Plasma Oxidized Low-Density Lipoprotein And Myeloperoxidase, Jin K. Park, Yunsuk Koh 2014 Western Kentucky University

Exercise Attenuated Plasma Oxidized Low-Density Lipoprotein And Myeloperoxidase, Jin K. Park, Yunsuk Koh

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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Independent And Combined Effects Of Menhaden Oil And High Fructose On Hepatic Lipid Metabolism, Tayler Nick, Kelsey B. Stout, Robert L. Peters, Justin J. Stout, Joshua S. Wooten 2014 Western Kentucky University

Independent And Combined Effects Of Menhaden Oil And High Fructose On Hepatic Lipid Metabolism, Tayler Nick, Kelsey B. Stout, Robert L. Peters, Justin J. Stout, Joshua S. Wooten

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The Lipogenic Effect Of High-Fructose Consumption On Nafld During Weight Loss, Kelsey B. Stout, Tayler N. Nick, Robert L. Peters, Justin J. Stout, Joshua S. Wooten 2014 Western Kentucky University

The Lipogenic Effect Of High-Fructose Consumption On Nafld During Weight Loss, Kelsey B. Stout, Tayler N. Nick, Robert L. Peters, Justin J. Stout, Joshua S. Wooten

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Effect Of Carbohydrate Mouth Rinsing On Muscular Endurance Performance, Cynthia Alanis, Dr. John Smith 2014 Western Kentucky University

Effect Of Carbohydrate Mouth Rinsing On Muscular Endurance Performance, Cynthia Alanis, Dr. John Smith

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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Relationships Between Anthropometric And Performance Variables In Youth: Predictors Of Lower-Body Vertical Jump Peak Power, Alexander S. Drusch, Elias M. Carrillo, Jacob Adam Mota, Kendra D. Olinghouse, Matt S. Stock, Marc Lochbaum, Brennan J. Thompson 2014 Western Kentucky University

Relationships Between Anthropometric And Performance Variables In Youth: Predictors Of Lower-Body Vertical Jump Peak Power, Alexander S. Drusch, Elias M. Carrillo, Jacob Adam Mota, Kendra D. Olinghouse, Matt S. Stock, Marc Lochbaum, Brennan J. Thompson

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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Anthropometric and physical performance measurements are commonly used for identifying specific physical traits in youth. Laboratory-based tests (e.g., linear velocity transducers), while accurate, provide practical limitations due to high costs and technical necessities. Thus, commonly used field tests may be useful alternatives for assessing fitness/performance characteristics of youth. The purpose of this study was to examine the relationships between anthropometric measures and lower-and upper-body power and strength measures; and to assess the predictive ability of these measures for lower-body vertical jump peak power (PP) output in youth. Thirty-nine pre-adolescent (mean±SD, range: age=7.8±1.7 ...

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Energy Expenditure Following Acute Cold Exposure, Steven P. Stelly, Danielle Bravo, Natalie Hines, Loren Koehler, Michael Levi, Donovan L. Fogt 2014 Western Kentucky University

Energy Expenditure Following Acute Cold Exposure, Steven P. Stelly, Danielle Bravo, Natalie Hines, Loren Koehler, Michael Levi, Donovan L. Fogt

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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Energy Expenditure following Acute Cold Exposure

Stelly S, Bravo D, Hines N, Koehler L, Levi M and Fogt D

Exercise Biochemistry & Metabolism Laboratory; Department of Kinesiology, Health & Nutrition; The University of Texas at San Antonio; San Antonio, TX

Category: Masters

Advisor / Mentor: Fogt, Donovan (donovan.fogt@utsa.edu)

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Whole body energy expenditure (i.e., RMR) increases during acute cold exposure. Whether this increase in energy expenditure persists in the post-cold term in humans due to non-shivering thermogenesis has not yet been evaluated. Therefore we tested the hypothesis that RMR would be different directly following acute cold exposure. RMR (kcal•min ...

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Correlational Analysis Of Bmi And Balance In Adults 50 And Over, Rachel D. Latimer, Casi Helbig 2014 Western Kentucky University

Correlational Analysis Of Bmi And Balance In Adults 50 And Over, Rachel D. Latimer, Casi Helbig

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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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. 2014 Western Kentucky University

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.

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Effects Of Vaporized Nicotine On Resting Metabolic Rate And Physical Work Capacity, Michael A. Levi, Steven P. Stelly, Natalie Hines, Loren Koehler, Aida Nasirian, Javier Torres, Marsyl Cotton, William H. Cooke, Donovan L. Fogt, Caroline A. Rickards 2014 Western Kentucky University

Effects Of Vaporized Nicotine On Resting Metabolic Rate And Physical Work Capacity, Michael A. Levi, Steven P. Stelly, Natalie Hines, Loren Koehler, Aida Nasirian, Javier Torres, Marsyl Cotton, William H. Cooke, Donovan L. Fogt, Caroline A. Rickards

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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The Effects Of Shoulder And Knee Angular Velocity On The Performance Of A Volleyball Forearm Pass, Rachel R. Sellari, Jimmy Smith, Scott P. McLean 2014 Western Kentucky University

The Effects Of Shoulder And Knee Angular Velocity On The Performance Of A Volleyball Forearm Pass, Rachel R. Sellari, Jimmy Smith, Scott P. Mclean

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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Snp-Induced Dilation Following A Short-Term Intraluminal Pressure Increase In Aged Skeletal Muscle Feed Arteries, John W. Seawright, Meredith J. Luttrell, Christopher R. Woodman 2014 Western Kentucky University

Snp-Induced Dilation Following A Short-Term Intraluminal Pressure Increase In Aged Skeletal Muscle Feed Arteries, John W. Seawright, Meredith J. Luttrell, Christopher R. Woodman

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

A decline in peripheral vascular function occurs with age and is associated with an increased risk for cardiovascular disease. Moderate, aerobic exercise has been documented to improve or reverse the age-related decline in vascular function. The signal(s) associated with exercise responsible for the improvement in vascular function is not known; however, increased intraluminal pressure that occurs during a bout of exercise has been proposed to play an integral role. Previously, we reported that exposure to a short-term increase in intraluminal pressure improves endothelium-dependent vasodilator responses in aged arteries. The purpose of this study was to determine whether pressure treatment ...

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Effects Of Vision On Dynamic Stability Against Backward Loss Of Balance In Young And Elderly Subjects, Brian J. Prejean, Christopher T. Ray, Mark D. Ricard 2014 Western Kentucky University

Effects Of Vision On Dynamic Stability Against Backward Loss Of Balance In Young And Elderly Subjects, Brian J. Prejean, Christopher T. Ray, Mark D. Ricard

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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 2014 Western Kentucky University

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 ...

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