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Rating Of Perceived Exertion, Average Heart Rate, And Energy Expenditure Following Indoor And Outdoor Moderately Heavy Superset Resistance Training, Spencer M. Maxwell, Bryson Carrier, Charli Aguilar, Korina Ziegler, Aaron Mckenzie, Wesley Zeigler, Alexandra Routsis, Talon Thorton, Setareh (Star) Zarei, Devin Green, Jae Bovell, Kathryn A. Lavin, Amanda Hawkes, Jeffrey C. Cowley, Merrill Funk, James W. Navalta Facsm, Marcus M. Lawrence Nov 2023

Rating Of Perceived Exertion, Average Heart Rate, And Energy Expenditure Following Indoor And Outdoor Moderately Heavy Superset Resistance Training, Spencer M. Maxwell, Bryson Carrier, Charli Aguilar, Korina Ziegler, Aaron Mckenzie, Wesley Zeigler, Alexandra Routsis, Talon Thorton, Setareh (Star) Zarei, Devin Green, Jae Bovell, Kathryn A. Lavin, Amanda Hawkes, Jeffrey C. Cowley, Merrill Funk, James W. Navalta Facsm, Marcus M. Lawrence

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Our lab recently found that light intensity circuit resistance training outdoors had a significantly lower perception of effort (RPE) compared to indoor resistance training, despite no physiological differences in heart rate and energy expenditure. However, no study has examined other intensities or set schemes in differing environmental settings. PURPOSE: To determine how indoor or outdoor environments effect rating of perceived exertion (RPE) following light and moderately heavy intensity superset resistance training in recreationally resistance trained adults. METHODS: Twenty-three adult participants completed this study (n=10 female, n=13 male; age: 26.1±8.8 yrs; height: 172.2±9.5 cm; mass: 73.4±18.7 kg; RT experience: …

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Heart Rate And Energy Expenditure Concurrent Validity Of Identical Garmin Wrist Watches During Moderately Heavy Resistance Training, Talon Thornton, Wesley Ziegler, Spencer Maxwell, Aaron Mckenzie, Alexandra Routsis, Korina Ziegler, Bryson Carrier, Charli Aguilar, Devin Green, Jae Bovell, Kathryn A. Lavin, Setareh (Star) Zarei, Jeffrey C. Cowley, Amanda Hawkes, Merrill Funk, James W. Navalta Facsm, Marcus M. Lawrence Nov 2023

Heart Rate And Energy Expenditure Concurrent Validity Of Identical Garmin Wrist Watches During Moderately Heavy Resistance Training, Talon Thornton, Wesley Ziegler, Spencer Maxwell, Aaron Mckenzie, Alexandra Routsis, Korina Ziegler, Bryson Carrier, Charli Aguilar, Devin Green, Jae Bovell, Kathryn A. Lavin, Setareh (Star) Zarei, Jeffrey C. Cowley, Amanda Hawkes, Merrill Funk, James W. Navalta Facsm, Marcus M. Lawrence

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Consistent with previous years, ACSM has found that wearable technology and resistance training (RT) are two of the top 5 fitness trends in 2023. Our lab recently found that wrist-worn devices, such as Garmin Instinct, are neither valid nor reliable at measuring average or maximal heart rate (HR) or estimating energy expenditure (EE) following light intensity circuit RT. We postulated that the errors may have been due to the device’s algorithms assuming higher intensity during RT. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to determine the concurrent validity of identical Garmin Instinct wrist-watches to record valid measures of average …

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Bodyfat As A Predictor Of The Peace Office Physical Aptitude Test In Police Cadets, Angelo Mangione, Mattison Maret, Bridget Melton, Anthony Acevedo, Zachary Zeigler Nov 2023

Bodyfat As A Predictor Of The Peace Office Physical Aptitude Test In Police Cadets, Angelo Mangione, Mattison Maret, Bridget Melton, Anthony Acevedo, Zachary Zeigler

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Body composition is a measurement that is rarely assessed before police cadets enter the academy. The Peace Office Physical Aptitude Test (POPAT) is a required assessment for police cadets. PURPOSE: This pilot study aims to determine if body composition, upper body strength, and lower body power can predict performance on the POPAT in police cadets. METHODS: Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) cadets were asked to complete the handheld grip test to assess upper extremity strength, vertical jump to assess lower extremity power, and body fat percentage (%BF) using an ultrasound machine. Fat-Free Mass Index (FFMI) was used to …

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Bmi Superior To Fat-Free Mass Index And Fat Mass Index For Predicting Arterial Stiffness In College Students, Amanda Callaghan, Kennedy Kerbs, Kyndal Downing, Zachary Zeigler Nov 2023

Bmi Superior To Fat-Free Mass Index And Fat Mass Index For Predicting Arterial Stiffness In College Students, Amanda Callaghan, Kennedy Kerbs, Kyndal Downing, Zachary Zeigler

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Arterial stiffness is a significant predictor of cardiovascular disease and mortality. Body mass index (BMI) has been used to predict cardiovascular disease outcomes but does not consider fat and lean mass. Fat mass index (FMI) and fat-free mass index (FFMI) may be superior to BMI in predicting arterial stiffness because it considers body composition. PURPOSE: This study aims to determine if FFMI and FMI are superior to BMI at predicting arterial stiffness in college students. METHODS: Participants came into the exercise physiology lab, signed consent, and then had anthropometric measurements of height and weight taken, as well as …

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Is A Two-Day Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test A Valid Tool For The Diagnosis Of Post-Exertional Malaise In Long Covid?, Chiara Gattoni, Asghar Abbasi, Carrie Ferguson, Carly Heffernan, Elizabeth Dinnen, Olivia Heutlinger, Long-Co Nguyen, Charles W. Lanks, Thomas W. Decato, Richard Casaburi, Harry B. Rossiter, William W. Stringer Nov 2023

Is A Two-Day Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test A Valid Tool For The Diagnosis Of Post-Exertional Malaise In Long Covid?, Chiara Gattoni, Asghar Abbasi, Carrie Ferguson, Carly Heffernan, Elizabeth Dinnen, Olivia Heutlinger, Long-Co Nguyen, Charles W. Lanks, Thomas W. Decato, Richard Casaburi, Harry B. Rossiter, William W. Stringer

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

A two-day cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET) protocol (maximal ramp-incremental cycle test repeated 24hr apart) in myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) patients has suggested that day-2 performance is decreased relative to day-1. This difference has been attributed to post-exertional malaise (PEM), suggesting the two-day CPET as a protocol to investigate PEM in Long COVID (LC) patients. PURPOSE: We aimed to investigate any effects of PEM on exercise performance and cardiorespiratory and perceptual responses to a two-day CPET in LC patients to determine whether the day-1 CPET would impair performance, cardiorespiratory responses or perceptions of exercise at day-2. METHODS: Fifteen LC patients …

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Validity And Reliability Of The Garmin Instinct In Measuring Heart Rate During Pickleball, Setareh Zarei, Samantha Cruz, Tashari A. Carballo, Bryson Carrier, Dustin W. Davis, Jae Bovell, Thea Sweder, Matahn Blank, Elias M. Malek, James W. Navalta Nov 2023

Validity And Reliability Of The Garmin Instinct In Measuring Heart Rate During Pickleball, Setareh Zarei, Samantha Cruz, Tashari A. Carballo, Bryson Carrier, Dustin W. Davis, Jae Bovell, Thea Sweder, Matahn Blank, Elias M. Malek, James W. Navalta

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Playing a racquet sport called pickleball is increasing in popularity every day in the United States. Garmin is a popular brand that manufactures wearable fitness trackers capable of measuring heart rate (HR). Because HR is a common way to determe exercise intensity, the validity and reliability of wearables to provide accurate HR during pickleball is important. PURPOSE: This study aimed to analyze and assess the validity and reliability of HR from the Garmin Instinct vs. Polar H10 (criterion) during pickleball. METHODS: Eleven adults (2 female, 8 male, 1 prefer not to disclose; age = 28.1 ± 9.2 years; …

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Stress And Eating Behaviors Pre- And Post Covid-19 Pandemic Declaration In A Sample Of College-Aged Adults, Megan Bratetic, Michelle Nguyen, Makenna Peterson, Anthony Acevedo, Zachary Zeigler Nov 2023

Stress And Eating Behaviors Pre- And Post Covid-19 Pandemic Declaration In A Sample Of College-Aged Adults, Megan Bratetic, Michelle Nguyen, Makenna Peterson, Anthony Acevedo, Zachary Zeigler

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Purpose: This study compared stress and eating behaviors pre- and post-COVID-19 pandemic in college students. METHODS: This was a non-experimental comparative study. Participants were invited to the laboratory for a single visit to measure eating behaviors and stress indicators. Four instruments were used in this study: The Weight and Lifestyle Inventory questionnaire, the Mindfulness Eating Questionnaire, the Three-Factor Eating Questionnaire, and the Perceived Stress Scale. Independent t-test and a two-way ANOVA were used to compare participants who were tested before the COVID-19 pandemic declaration and after. RESULTS: N=151 (n=81 male, n=70 female) participants completed pre-covid testing, and a separate group, …

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Bicycle Handlebar Width Does Not Affect Spirometry, Ventilation, Or Gas Exchange, Matthew J. Fahey, Daniel T. Cannon Nov 2023

Bicycle Handlebar Width Does Not Affect Spirometry, Ventilation, Or Gas Exchange, Matthew J. Fahey, Daniel T. Cannon

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Bicycle fit may affect comfort, aerodynamics, efficiency, ventilation, and power generation. Handlebars determine how the rider interacts with the bicycle. A wide range of handlebar widths are commercially available, but it is unclear if the resultant position affects lung function, ventilation, gas exchange, or efficiency. PURPOSE We aimed to measure the effects of handlebar widths on ventilation, gas exchange, spirometry, and comfort during moderate constant power exercise. METHODS Twenty-four recreationally active adults completed the study (32 ± 5 yrs., 175 ± 9 cm, 74 ± 12 kg, 8 women, 16 men). Participants completed three moderate constant power bouts of exercise …

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Validity And Reliability Of The Polar Oh1 Biceps-Band Heart Rate Monitor During Pickleball, Jamaal K. Bovell, Dustin W. Davis, Bryson Carrier, Setareh Zarei, Tashari A. Carballo, Matahn Blank, Thea Sweder, Samantha Cruz, Elias M. Malek, James W. Navalta Nov 2023

Validity And Reliability Of The Polar Oh1 Biceps-Band Heart Rate Monitor During Pickleball, Jamaal K. Bovell, Dustin W. Davis, Bryson Carrier, Setareh Zarei, Tashari A. Carballo, Matahn Blank, Thea Sweder, Samantha Cruz, Elias M. Malek, James W. Navalta

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Pickleball is making a name for itself as one of the fastest growing sports in the United States. According to the Association of Pickleball Professionals (APP), 14% of Americans 18 years and over (~36.5 million people) played pickleball at least once in 12 months. With almost half of the total players planning to play more often in the upcoming months, pickleball is certain to continue its ascension. It is unclear if paying intensity can be gauged accurately and reliably with heart rate (HR) measurements from biceps-band monitors. PURPOSE: This study aimed to determine the validity and reliability of the Polar …

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Assessing The Reliability Of Stryd 27 For Variable Speed Running, Kathryn A. Lavin, Dustin W. Davis, Matahn Blank, Tashari A. Carballo, Elias M. Malek, Thea Sweder, Eric Lambert, Nicole Argueta, Marcus M. Lawrence, Jeffrey Cowley, James W. Navalta Nov 2023

Assessing The Reliability Of Stryd 27 For Variable Speed Running, Kathryn A. Lavin, Dustin W. Davis, Matahn Blank, Tashari A. Carballo, Elias M. Malek, Thea Sweder, Eric Lambert, Nicole Argueta, Marcus M. Lawrence, Jeffrey Cowley, James W. Navalta

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Wearable technology is beneficial when it comes to tracking and optimizing performance. The Stryd 27 is a wearable footpod marketed as being more responsive in measuring power during running than the previous version (Stryd 25). However, the reliability of this newer device to return consistent values has not been determined. PURPOSE: This study aimed to observe whether Stryd 27 gives reliable metrics during variable speed running. METHODS: Sixteen participants (N = 16; 50% female; height = 174.1 ± 8.1 cm; mass = 73.0 ± 12.4 kg) were recruited, each equipped with two Stryd 27 footpods (updated to the same …

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The Impact Of Acute Sauna On Young And Middle-Aged Populations, Ari Young, Olivia Leach, Jayson Gifford Nov 2023

The Impact Of Acute Sauna On Young And Middle-Aged Populations, Ari Young, Olivia Leach, Jayson Gifford

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Sauna exposure is a common form of whole-body heating therapy. Previous studies done on the older population, suggest a positive correlation between time spent in sauna and cardiovascular health. Heat stress induces changes in the vascular response, but the effects on middle-aged and young populations are unknown. PURPOSE: To determine effects of whole-body heating on vascular resistance and blood pressure in young and middle-aged populations. METHODS: We recruited 18 individuals (10 young; 4 female, male, age= ~24.9yrs and 8 middle-aged; 4 female, 4 male, age= ~55.75yrs). Two T-type thermocouples were placed in the esophagus and vastus lateralis to …

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The Effects Of Initiating A 24-Hour Fast With A Low Versus A High Carbohydrate Shake On Pancreatic Hormones In The Elderly: A Randomized Crossover Study, Mckay Knowlton, Landon Deru, Bruce W. Bailey Nov 2023

The Effects Of Initiating A 24-Hour Fast With A Low Versus A High Carbohydrate Shake On Pancreatic Hormones In The Elderly: A Randomized Crossover Study, Mckay Knowlton, Landon Deru, Bruce W. Bailey

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Begin PURPOSE: The aim of this study is to understand how the macronutrient composition of the fast-initiating meal influences glucose regulating hormones during, and 24-hours after a 24-hour fast in older, sedentary, and abdominally obese adults. Understanding these outcomes will inform fasting protocols such as time restricted eating and alternate day fasting, which offer potential long-term health benefits. METHODS: We had 16 participants (7 male, 9 female). Each participant completed two 24-hour fasts (water only). In random order, one fast began with a high carb/low fat (HC/LF) shake and the other with a low carbohydrate/high fat shake (LC/HF) (equal calorie, …

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Acute Heat Stress On Blood Composition & Body Fluid In Young And Middle-Aged Individuals, Kaitlyn Strong, Olivia Leach, Jayson Gifford Nov 2023

Acute Heat Stress On Blood Composition & Body Fluid In Young And Middle-Aged Individuals, Kaitlyn Strong, Olivia Leach, Jayson Gifford

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Sauna therapy has been shown to have benefits to cardiovascular health. Changes in hematocrit, hemoglobin, and plasma volume in response to sauna heating are not well defined in the middle-aged population. This population is of significant interest because of an increased rate of decline in cardiovascular health starting at middle age. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of acute sauna exposure on blood composition, specifically the change in plasma volume in young and middle-aged adults. METHODS: 10 young (24.9 ± 4.2 years, 6 male and 4 female) and 8 middle-aged adults (55.6 ± 3.9 …

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Co-Ingestion Of Dietary Nitrate And Ascorbic Acid On Nitric Oxide Biomarkers And The Oral Microbiome In Sedentary Hispanic Women, Jeffrey Li, Keonabelle K. Paniagua, Joanna P. Powell, Sean T. Karl, Isabella G. Lincoln, Noelle G. Seekamp-Hicks, Leah T. Stiemsma, Rachel Tan Nov 2023

Co-Ingestion Of Dietary Nitrate And Ascorbic Acid On Nitric Oxide Biomarkers And The Oral Microbiome In Sedentary Hispanic Women, Jeffrey Li, Keonabelle K. Paniagua, Joanna P. Powell, Sean T. Karl, Isabella G. Lincoln, Noelle G. Seekamp-Hicks, Leah T. Stiemsma, Rachel Tan

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Nitric oxide bioavailability increases following nitrate supplementation wherein oral microbiota facilitate the metabolism and absorption of nitrate. However, few studies have examined if co-ingestion of nitrate with antioxidants can further elevate nitric oxide bioavailability. Moreover, our understanding on how the oral microbiome responds to nitrate supplementation is limited, especially in women. PURPOSE: To examine the effects of ingesting dietary nitrate and ascorbic acid independently and concurrently on markers of nitric oxide bioavailability and oral microbiota species. METHODS: Twelve sedentary women of Hispanic descent (mean ± SD: age 20 ± 1 years; body mass 74 ± 15 kg; height …

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Acute Beetroot Juice Ingestion Increases Nitric Oxide Bioavailability Without Changing Oral Microbial Composition In Healthy Young Women, Alexandra C. Zink, Courtney Merrill, Jeffrey Li, Luka K. Sharabidze, Leah T. Stiemsma, Rachel Tan Nov 2023

Acute Beetroot Juice Ingestion Increases Nitric Oxide Bioavailability Without Changing Oral Microbial Composition In Healthy Young Women, Alexandra C. Zink, Courtney Merrill, Jeffrey Li, Luka K. Sharabidze, Leah T. Stiemsma, Rachel Tan

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Dietary nitrate supplementation can elicit beneficial health and exercise performance effects. Oral microbiota are critical for the metabolism of exogenously consumed nitrate; however, limited data are available on the influence of dietary nitrate ingestion on bacterial taxa and in women. PURPOSE: To investigate if acute dietary nitrate ingestion alters the oral microbiota in young healthy women compared to a nitrate-depleted placebo. METHODS: In a randomized double-blinded crossover design, fifteen recreationally active women (mean ± SD: age 20 ± 1 years; body mass 63 ± 10 kg; height 1.68 ± 0.1 m) participated in two conditions to ingest nitrate-rich …

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The Effect Of Menstruation Duration On The Achilles Tendon Cross-Sectional Area In Female Ballet Dancers, Kaitong Li, Wayne Johnson, Steven Allen, Shayla Bott, Chris Dillon, Joshua Sponbeck, Camille Nguyen Jones, Annie Smedley Nov 2023

The Effect Of Menstruation Duration On The Achilles Tendon Cross-Sectional Area In Female Ballet Dancers, Kaitong Li, Wayne Johnson, Steven Allen, Shayla Bott, Chris Dillon, Joshua Sponbeck, Camille Nguyen Jones, Annie Smedley

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Females are more likely to suffer Achilles tendon injury that consequently leads to more complications including pain or tendon rupture, and experiencing fewer benefits from therapeutic interventions. There is a lack of knowledge on how estrogen, which may limit collagen synthesis, can affect tendon health and growth. PURPOSE: The objective of this study is to examine the relationship between menstruation duration and cross-sectional area (CSA) of the Achilles tendon over a 5-month period of intensive dance training. We hypothesize the female dancers who reported a menstruation duration of 1-3 days will have the smallest average tendon CSA in comparison …

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Does Hand Use Affect Metabolic Measures During Pickleball, Tashari A. Carballo, Matahn Blank, Bryson Carrier, Samantha Cruz, Jae Bovell, Dustin W. Davis, Thea Sweder, Elias M. Malek, Setareh Zarei, James W. Navalta Nov 2023

Does Hand Use Affect Metabolic Measures During Pickleball, Tashari A. Carballo, Matahn Blank, Bryson Carrier, Samantha Cruz, Jae Bovell, Dustin W. Davis, Thea Sweder, Elias M. Malek, Setareh Zarei, James W. Navalta

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Pickleball is one of the fastest up and coming sports in the United States today. This low impact sport has the combined elements of Ping-Pong, tennis, and badminton. Pickleball can be played with the dominant hand (DH) or non-dominant (NDH). Though many people enjoy the sport, it is under-researched. The metabolic demands of pickleball are not clear, nor is whether the demands differ by the hand used. PURPOSE: The aim of this study was to determine the differences in metabolic measures while playing pickleball with the DH and NDH. METHODS: Eleven people were recruited via convenience sampling and participated (2 …

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Stryd 25 Vs. Stryd 27: Comparing Running Metrics Between A Predecessor And “The Next Gen Stryd”, Dustin W. Davis, Matahn A. Blank, Tashari A. Carballo, Elias M. Malek, Kathryn A. Lavin, Thea S. Sweder, Eric A. Lambert, Nicole Argueta, Marcus M. Lawrence, Jeffrey Cowley, James W. Navalta Nov 2023

Stryd 25 Vs. Stryd 27: Comparing Running Metrics Between A Predecessor And “The Next Gen Stryd”, Dustin W. Davis, Matahn A. Blank, Tashari A. Carballo, Elias M. Malek, Kathryn A. Lavin, Thea S. Sweder, Eric A. Lambert, Nicole Argueta, Marcus M. Lawrence, Jeffrey Cowley, James W. Navalta

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Wearable technology has claimed the top spot in the Worldwide Survey of Fitness Trends in all but two years since 2016. A popular wearable among runners is the Stryd power meter. The company markets its latest model, the Stryd 27, as 5x more responsive in measuring running power. Yet, it is unclear whether the new model performs differently than its predecessor. PURPOSE: This study aimed to compare running metrics of the Stryd 25 and Stryd 27 in self-paced and interval runs. METHODS: Participants consented (N = 16; 50% female; height = 174.1 ± 8.1 centimeters [cm]; mass …

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Greater Motor Evoked Torque In Aclr Patients During Force Reproduction Task Compared To Health Controls, Anisha A. Patel, Christine E. Phelps, Haley Huntington, Lana J. Kayali, Caitlyn E. Olshausen, Anika Khurana, Tina Boluordi, Yong Woo An Nov 2023

Greater Motor Evoked Torque In Aclr Patients During Force Reproduction Task Compared To Health Controls, Anisha A. Patel, Christine E. Phelps, Haley Huntington, Lana J. Kayali, Caitlyn E. Olshausen, Anika Khurana, Tina Boluordi, Yong Woo An

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Persistent quadriceps dysfunction following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) may lead to further pathological complication. Quadriceps weakness has been linked to corticospinal excitability. However, it remains unclear how this altered corticospinal excitability contributes to ACLR patients during knee strength tasks when compared to healthy controls. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to examine force reproduction strategies during isometric knee extension between ACLR patients and healthy controls. METHODS: Five ACLR (20.40±1.67yrs, 72.12±12.87kg, 171.07±7.40cm) participants and five matched healthy controls (21.00±1.73yrs, 65.77±13.61kg, 166.62±11.99cm) performed an isometric force reproduction task. They were instructed to maintain 10% of maximal voluntary isometric contraction (MVIC) …

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Social Jetlag Inhibits Exercise-Induced Adaptations In The Heart And Alters Markers Of Mitochondrial Dynamics, Graham R. Mcginnis, Michael B. Dial, Elias M. Malek, Greco Neblina, Austin Cooper, Nikoleta Vasileva, Tanner Erwin Nov 2023

Social Jetlag Inhibits Exercise-Induced Adaptations In The Heart And Alters Markers Of Mitochondrial Dynamics, Graham R. Mcginnis, Michael B. Dial, Elias M. Malek, Greco Neblina, Austin Cooper, Nikoleta Vasileva, Tanner Erwin

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Social jetlag (SJL), or the shifting of behavior and sleep times between weekdays and weekends, is a pervasive form of circadian rhythm disruption that affects nearly 70% of the population to some extent. The magnitude of SJL can be determined by the difference in the mid-sleep phase between weekends and weekdays. Higher levels of SJL have been associated with lower levels of cardiorespiratory fitness, and increased incidence of cardiometabolic disease, which may be due, in part, to mitochondrial dysfunction. However, no studies to date have evaluated the effects of long term SJL on cardiac mitochondrial dynamics. PURPOSE: To determine …

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Effects Of Partial Hot Water Immersion On Postprandial Blood Glucose And Heart Rate Variability, Jeff Moore, Michael Buono Nov 2023

Effects Of Partial Hot Water Immersion On Postprandial Blood Glucose And Heart Rate Variability, Jeff Moore, Michael Buono

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

The acute effects of heat therapy on glycemic markers oppose those of the chronic effects. While the postprandial glucose response is exaggerated during whole body heat exposure, chronic heat exposure lowers HbA1c. Additionally, the acute effects of heat therapy differ depending on the amount of body exposed to heat. Heating a single hand does not increase fasting glucose and lowers postprandial glucose. The opposing effects of partial and whole body heat exposure could be mediated in part from increased sympathetic nervous system (SNS) activity following heat stress. While heating the body increases muscular blood flow and glucose uptake, SNS activation …

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Evaluation Of Caloric Expenditure Metrics Of Garmin Instinct Wearable Technology Devices During Pickleball, Matahn A. Blank, Dustin W. Davis, Bryson Carrier, Tashari A. Carballo, Jae K. Bovell, Thea Sweder, Samantha Cruz, Zhihao Yu, Setareh Zarei, James W. Navalta Nov 2023

Evaluation Of Caloric Expenditure Metrics Of Garmin Instinct Wearable Technology Devices During Pickleball, Matahn A. Blank, Dustin W. Davis, Bryson Carrier, Tashari A. Carballo, Jae K. Bovell, Thea Sweder, Samantha Cruz, Zhihao Yu, Setareh Zarei, James W. Navalta

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

While tennis and badminton may present a moderate learning curve for beginners, pickleball, a similar racquet sport that has become increasingly popular in recent years, offers a notably simpler play-style that can be more easily adapted for new players. This sport has emerged during a time when wearable technology devices, such as the Garmin Instinct, have become commonly used to estimate physiological measures among individuals engaging in physical activity. Yet, there is little research that examines the validity and reliability of this technology during pickleball. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to assess the reliability and validity of …

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Validation Of Vertical Force Measures During Hop Tasks Using Pressure Insoles, Andrew Cho, Erin Cagle, Sylwia Lipior, Susan Sigward Nov 2023

Validation Of Vertical Force Measures During Hop Tasks Using Pressure Insoles, Andrew Cho, Erin Cagle, Sylwia Lipior, Susan Sigward

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Assessment of vertical ground reaction forces (vGRF) during jumping and landing tasks is commonly used as a tool to quantify limb loading following injury. While embedded force plates are the current gold standard, cost and poor ecological validity limit their feasibility for assessment of loading during sport agility tasks. Wearable pressure insoles can measure plantar pressure wirelessly and may provide an alternative for on-field assessments. Previous studies have assessed the validity of insoles with varying results. Few studies have considered tasks that require both vertical and horizontal forces similar to those required for agility tasks. This may have important implications …

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Segment Anything Model (Sam) And Teachable Machine May Be Useful Tools For Identifying Risky Tackle Biomechanics In Still Shot Images Of American Football Tackle., Sean Chin Loy, Scott Dietrich Nov 2023

Segment Anything Model (Sam) And Teachable Machine May Be Useful Tools For Identifying Risky Tackle Biomechanics In Still Shot Images Of American Football Tackle., Sean Chin Loy, Scott Dietrich

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Teachable Machine (TM) is a web-based tool from google that makes creating machine learning models fast, easy, and accessible to everyone. PURPOSE: To explore novel AI-based approaches using the Segment Anything Model (SAM) and Teachable Machine to classify still images for identification of tackles with good versus risky biomechanics. SAM provided by Meta AI is a prompt-able, image segmentation system with zero-shot generalization to unfamiliar objects, without the need for additional training. This technology may be a useful tool for identifying and categorizing bad (risky, head down) tackles in screenshot images of American football tackle videos taken when players contacted …

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Effects Of Blood Flow Restricted Ballet Classes To Improve Strength And Balance In Older Females, Ann-Jovita Saminathar, Emma Hsiaowen Chen, Andreas Bergdahl, Mary Roberts Nov 2023

Effects Of Blood Flow Restricted Ballet Classes To Improve Strength And Balance In Older Females, Ann-Jovita Saminathar, Emma Hsiaowen Chen, Andreas Bergdahl, Mary Roberts

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Falls in New York State result in 60% of older adults ending up in nursing homes or rehabilitation centres, with 27% experiencing hip fractures. These falls are the primary cause of two-thirds of deaths, often due to age-related postural stability decline. Fortunately, exercise offers a solution to address this decline. Consequently, engaging in online exercise programs at home can effectively enhance postural stability, along with using blood flow restriction (BFR) techniques to increase strength even with lower intensity exercise levels. PURPOSE:This study investigates whether online dance classes with BFR can improve strength and postural stability of women aged 65 …

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Five Minutes Of Psychological Skills Training Intervention Increase Mental Toughness Levels In Females Athletes, Alex J. Barber, Andreas Stamatis Nov 2023

Five Minutes Of Psychological Skills Training Intervention Increase Mental Toughness Levels In Females Athletes, Alex J. Barber, Andreas Stamatis

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Mental toughness (MT) is conceptualized as a dynamic psychological resource conducive to goal-oriented pursuits and linked with sport performance outcomes. Despite the recognized importance of psychological interventions in sports, constraints often hinder their implementation during competitive seasons, especially on the individual level. Female representation in MT research remains limited. Psychological Skills Training (PST) is a systematic approach used in sport psychology to enhance athletes’ mental skills and abilities. PURPOSE: To investigate the impact of a brief, face-to-face, individualized PST intervention on MT levels among female athletes. METHODS: All 14 members of a Division III female volleyball team ( …

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Comprehensive Evaluation Of Hip Arthroscopy For Elite Athletes With Femoroacetabular Impingement And Associated Pathology, Billal Siddiq, Nikolaos Gravvanis, Georgios Tsikouris, Andreas Stamatis Nov 2023

Comprehensive Evaluation Of Hip Arthroscopy For Elite Athletes With Femoroacetabular Impingement And Associated Pathology, Billal Siddiq, Nikolaos Gravvanis, Georgios Tsikouris, Andreas Stamatis

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) is a recognized source of debilitating hip pain among elite athletes. Hip arthroscopy, including labral repair, and FAI lesion correction have been gaining notoriety as methods to mitigate pain and enable athletes to return to their respective sports. PURPOSE: To provide a comprehensive understanding of the clinical presentation, surgical intervention, and outcomes of elite athletes suffering from hip pain attributed to FAI and associated pathology. METHODS: Elite athletes (n = 35; females = 12) from various sports, including basketball, soccer, martial arts, water polo, and weightlifting, participated. Following unsuccessful conservative management (e.g., analgesic medications, …

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Bilateral Differences In Vascular Stiffness And Blood Pressure Of Female College Tennis Players And Controls, Chanhtel E. Thongphok, Abena O. Gyampo, Anneli O. Ramolins, Elianna G. Hills, Claire E. Coates, Stephen J. Ives Nov 2023

Bilateral Differences In Vascular Stiffness And Blood Pressure Of Female College Tennis Players And Controls, Chanhtel E. Thongphok, Abena O. Gyampo, Anneli O. Ramolins, Elianna G. Hills, Claire E. Coates, Stephen J. Ives

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Vascular stiffness is highly correlated to cardiovascular disease (CVD) and has been attenuated by regular aerobic exercise in older adults. Additionally, body composition strongly predicts vascular stiffness and CVD risk. Previous research has documented that bilateral differences in shear stress lead to differences in vascular endothelial function in tennis players. However, whether this translates into bilateral differences in vascular stiffness and blood pressure remains to be elucidated. The SphygmoCor is a gold standard for assessing arterial stiffness but is not readily accessible. In comparison, the TicWatch GTH Pro, which uses the SphygmoCor algorithm to provide a cardiovascular health (CVH) score …

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Association Of Body Composition Methods And Occupational Readiness: Differences Between Veterans And Rookies, Vinicius L Ribeiro, Peter Beitia, Andreas Stamatis, Zacharias Papadakis Nov 2023

Association Of Body Composition Methods And Occupational Readiness: Differences Between Veterans And Rookies, Vinicius L Ribeiro, Peter Beitia, Andreas Stamatis, Zacharias Papadakis

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

The increasing prevalence of obesity among United States firefighters has prompted concerns. Current guidelines from National Fire Protection Association 1582 rely on body mass index (BMI) for obesity assessment. However, BMI’s inability to distinguish between fat and lean mass raises validity issues. An alternative measurement, body fat percentage (BF%) has emerged as a potentially more accurate tool for assessing obesity. Moreover, the widely used Physical Ability Test (PAT) may face complexities in evaluating firefighters' readiness due to variations in body composition (BC) among individuals. Additionally, the combined influence of years in service, BC variations, and the aforementioned factors could potentially …

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Body Mass Index Misclassify Obesity In Firefighters, Samuel R. Vilmeau, Peter Beitia, Andreas Stamatis, Zacharias Papadakis Nov 2023

Body Mass Index Misclassify Obesity In Firefighters, Samuel R. Vilmeau, Peter Beitia, Andreas Stamatis, Zacharias Papadakis

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Among firefighters the issue of obesity has gained significant attention due to its correlation with adverse health consequences. The National Fire Protection Association 1582 has endorsed the utilization of the body mass index (BMI) to assess obesity. However, long-standing concerns have emerged regarding BMI's reliability in accurately representing body composition (BC), especially in distinguishing between lean and fat mass. Firefighters' work is physically demanding, which often leads to increased muscle mass, BMI use may misclassify them as obese. This can result in false positives where firefighters are categorized as obese based on BMI even when their BC aligns with non-obese …

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