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Identification Of Current Ai Usage In The Fields Of Exercise-Related Professions And The Requirement Of Ai Experience As A Hiring Criterion: A Preliminary Study, Michelle Stehman, Matthew Hankinson
Identification Of Current Ai Usage In The Fields Of Exercise-Related Professions And The Requirement Of Ai Experience As A Hiring Criterion: A Preliminary Study, Michelle Stehman, Matthew Hankinson
Educational Practices in Kinesiology
Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasing within exercise-related professions, raising the question of whether college curricula for these professions should include AI education. This study aimed to evaluate current AI usage and to discover the priority of AI skills for hiring managers among exercise-related professionals. Section one of the questionnaire included questions about current use of AI within exercise-related professions (N = 65), and section two was specific to hiring managers and their position on AI skills as a hiring requirement (n = 32 completed this section). The main outcome of this study was that 32% of exercise-related professionals …
Lessons Learned From An Experiential Learning Project In An “Exercise And Wellness For Special Populations” Course, Anita M. Gust
Lessons Learned From An Experiential Learning Project In An “Exercise And Wellness For Special Populations” Course, Anita M. Gust
Educational Practices in Kinesiology
Experiential learning (EL) is a vital pedagogical approach in higher education and is an integral part of exercise science; however, research on its effectiveness within the discipline is limited. The purpose of this study was to 1) determine if an experiential learning project designed for an “Exercise and Wellness for Special Populations” course was effective for achieving the learner outcomes, and 2) to identify what additional lessons, beyond the course learning outcomes, were learned from the experiential learning project. In this retrospective study, students’ written reflections using the DEAL (Describe, Evaluate, Articulate Learning) model served as data. A content analysis …
Alfred Russel Wallace Notes 42: How Accurate Are The Transcriptions Presented At The Alfred Russel Wallace Page Website?, Charles H. Smith
Alfred Russel Wallace Notes 42: How Accurate Are The Transcriptions Presented At The Alfred Russel Wallace Page Website?, Charles H. Smith
Faculty/Staff Personal Papers
A look is taken at the level of accuracy displayed by the transcriptions of Wallace writings offered at the Alfred Russel Wallace Page website, as determined by a ChatGPT analysis.
Alfred Russel Wallace Notes 41. Violet Wallace’S ‘Natural History For Infants’, Charles H. Smith
Alfred Russel Wallace Notes 41. Violet Wallace’S ‘Natural History For Infants’, Charles H. Smith
Faculty/Staff Personal Papers
In 1893 Violet Wallace (1869-1945), daughter of Alfred Russel Wallace (1823-1913), published a serialized work entitled ‘Natural History for Infants’.
Western Kentucky University Stormwater Utility Survey 2026, Warren Campbell
Western Kentucky University Stormwater Utility Survey 2026, Warren Campbell
SEAS Faculty Publications
In the U.S., more than 2200 stormwater utilities have been enacted. This year, we have expanded the survey to include stormwater utilities in other countries. Many of these stormwater assessments are called taxes, but if the assessment is recurring, is not an ad valorem tax, and is dedicated to stormwater purposes, we call it a stormwater utility. With the help of ChatGPT we have been able to identify 25 stormwater fees in Australia. We were also able to identify 3 in New Zealand, and some in Europe as well.
Building Critical Thinking And Ai Literacy Through The Topic Development Process In Kinesiology, Brandi Row Lazzarini
Building Critical Thinking And Ai Literacy Through The Topic Development Process In Kinesiology, Brandi Row Lazzarini
Educational Practices in Kinesiology
The purpose of this teaching and learning resource is to provide a process for developing academic and meta-cognitive skills in students as they engage meaningfully in literature analysis and practice deploying generative artificial intelligence (genAI) effectively and responsibly. Additionally, while gaining critical AI literacy, students will develop the skills needed to advance their critical thinking and avoid overreliance on generative AI. This resource is unique in the specificity of its activities, which promote a healthy perspective on how genAI can be used in the early stages of learning about a topic. It also helps students practice the skills needed to …
Service-Learning In Adapted Physical Activity: Student Experiences With And Without Course Integration, Courtney Jost, Nicole Fiscella Nicole Fiscella, Roxanne Bahn-Bales, Tze-Hsuan Wang, Jennifer Beamer, Jennifer Taylor, Willie Chun Wai Leung
Service-Learning In Adapted Physical Activity: Student Experiences With And Without Course Integration, Courtney Jost, Nicole Fiscella Nicole Fiscella, Roxanne Bahn-Bales, Tze-Hsuan Wang, Jennifer Beamer, Jennifer Taylor, Willie Chun Wai Leung
Educational Practices in Kinesiology
Service-learning is widely used in adapted physical activity/education (APA/APE) courses to enhance student learning through community engagement. However, limited research has explored how the presence or absence of an APA/APE course influences students’ perceived learning, confidence, and engagement in inclusive physical activity settings. This quasi-experimental, cross-sectional study examined how course-enhanced and purely experiential models of a university-based APA service-learning program, PA PALS, shaped undergraduate students’ experiences. Students (N = 58) participated; 41.4% (n = 24) were concurrently enrolled in an APA/APE course (course-enhanced group), while 58.6% (n = 34) participated as volunteers (purely experiential group). A validated …
Ai-Enhanced Feedback Loops In Physical Education Teacher Education: Using Chatbots And Brisk Ai To Support Reflection And Instructional Growth, Nikki Hollett, Sheri J. Brock
Ai-Enhanced Feedback Loops In Physical Education Teacher Education: Using Chatbots And Brisk Ai To Support Reflection And Instructional Growth, Nikki Hollett, Sheri J. Brock
Educational Practices in Kinesiology
Educating physical education teachers to deliver effective online and hybrid instruction presents unique challenges. Instructors cannot observe preservice teachers live in a gymnasium, and real-time feedback is impossible. When dozens of students submit micro-teaching videos, the traditional feedback cycle breaks down. This teaching and learning resource presents a practical, scalable model to address these constraints through integration of two accessible AI tools: Brisk AI for automated video analysis and custom-designed AI chatbots for guided reflection. Through this approach, preservice teachers record short lessons, receive immediate automated feedback on their teaching behaviors, engage in chatbot-guided metacognitive reflection, and revise and reteach …
Building Ai Literacy Through Assessment Practices In Physical Education Teacher Education, Rebekah A. Johnson
Building Ai Literacy Through Assessment Practices In Physical Education Teacher Education, Rebekah A. Johnson
Educational Practices in Kinesiology
The classroom resource presented provides an instructional approach designed to enhance both course outcomes and artificial intelligence (AI) literacy in undergraduate physical education preservice teachers. Implemented in a full-semester, in-person Assessment in Physical Education course, the project engaged students in learning to develop effective AI prompts, critically analyze AI-generated outputs, and apply these tools to design a standards-based assessment plan. Designed for undergraduate students with foundational knowledge of assessment and pedagogy, the project incorporated scaffolded tasks, guided discussions, and structured reflections to support AI integration through experiential learning. In approximately 30 minutes per week throughout the semester, students explored how …
Effects Of Resistance Training On Lean Body Mass In Youth Girls. A Systematic Review, Olivia Evola, Devjja Vaibhavkumar Joshi, Arpita Milind Bedarkar, Matthew Benavides, Amerigo Rossi
Effects Of Resistance Training On Lean Body Mass In Youth Girls. A Systematic Review, Olivia Evola, Devjja Vaibhavkumar Joshi, Arpita Milind Bedarkar, Matthew Benavides, Amerigo Rossi
International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings
BACKGROUND: Resistance training is often overlooked in youth aged girls because of myths that it will stunt growth and hinder physical development. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study is to determine the effects on lean body mass in youth girls, ages thirteen to eighteen while participating in a structured resistance training program. METHODS: The research began with creating inclusion criteria for all studies. They must have females in the study that fit the age range of 13-18 years old and should be participating in a structured resistance program for a minimum of eight consecutive weeks. Using PubMed and Scopus databases, …
Effects Of Resistance Training On Lean Body Mass In Youth Girls. A Systematic Review., Olivia Evola Ms., Devjja V. Joshi, Arpita Milind Bedarkar, Matthew Benavides, Amerigo Rossi
Effects Of Resistance Training On Lean Body Mass In Youth Girls. A Systematic Review., Olivia Evola Ms., Devjja V. Joshi, Arpita Milind Bedarkar, Matthew Benavides, Amerigo Rossi
International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings
Resistance training is often overlooked in youth aged girls because of myths that it will stunt growth and hinder physical development. PURPOSE: To determine the effects of structured resistance training programs on lean body mass in youth girls. METHODS: Inclusion criteria were studies that administered structured resistance training programs of at least 8 weeks to youth girls aged 8-17, and measured lean body mass before and after the intervention. Using PubMed and Scopus databases, boolean search terms were created for each component (population, intervention, outcome). From both databases, 785 articles were screened for inclusion. Six articles fit the inclusion criteria …
Alfred Russel Wallace Notes 40. A Comprehensive Bibliography Of Books And Booklets About Alfred Russel Wallace, George Beccaloni, Jasper H. Pol, Charles H. Smith Editor
Alfred Russel Wallace Notes 40. A Comprehensive Bibliography Of Books And Booklets About Alfred Russel Wallace, George Beccaloni, Jasper H. Pol, Charles H. Smith Editor
Faculty/Staff Personal Papers
This bibliography presents the most comprehensive listing to date of books and booklets on Alfred Russel Wallace’s life and work, in all languages and editions, while excluding AI-generated works and most print-on-demand titles. It is based on a list compiled in 2023, which was expanded through searches of online catalogues and other resources. Analysis of the 160 works reveals a marked increase in publications since the late twentieth century, substantial linguistic diversity, and the growing use of manuscript sources in scholarly studies, particularly following the online availability of Wallace’s correspondence via EPSILON.
Evolution As Spatial Projection, Charles H. Smith, Ngoc Nguyen
Evolution As Spatial Projection, Charles H. Smith, Ngoc Nguyen
Faculty/Staff Personal Papers
A theory combining explanations for the nature of three-dimensional systems and evolutionary processes is advanced, set to a geometric simulation, and then discussed in the context of several empirical studies bearing on its validity. The concept “evolution” is first discussed, then related to Baruch de Spinoza’s ideas on natural philosophy, including his concept of the conatus. These ideas are then extended by posing the possible existence of a general form of natural systems subsystemization leading to the extended space condition. A geometrical/topological simulation study projecting spatial relations among subsystem structures interpretable through entropy maximization and multidimensional scaling methods is presented, …
Alfred Russel Wallace Notes 39. What About Wallace's 'Agnosticism'...?, Charles H. Smith
Alfred Russel Wallace Notes 39. What About Wallace's 'Agnosticism'...?, Charles H. Smith
Faculty/Staff Personal Papers
Alfred Russel Wallace (1823−1913) seems to have distinguished his earlier years of agnosticism from his later period as a spiritualist, but a closer look at the situation suggests he actually remained an agnostic all the way through to the end of his life. The confusion is occasioned by a lack of terminology that can be applied to his position, which most closely resembles a Spinozian manner of thinking.
February 23, 2026 Nagpra And Tribal Relations Committee Meeting Minutes, Bryan Morey
February 23, 2026 Nagpra And Tribal Relations Committee Meeting Minutes, Bryan Morey
University NAGPRA and Tribal Relations Committee
February 23, 2026 minutes for the WKU NAGPRA and Tribal Relations Committee meeting. Meeting conducted via Zoom.
Occupational Intensity And Bone Mineral Density In Premenopausal Women, Ashlyn R. Dooley, Elizabeth Y. Vezzetti, Jaden M. Nelson, Ryan R. Porter, Shannon A. Matthews
Occupational Intensity And Bone Mineral Density In Premenopausal Women, Ashlyn R. Dooley, Elizabeth Y. Vezzetti, Jaden M. Nelson, Ryan R. Porter, Shannon A. Matthews
International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings
Bone Mineral Density (BMD) is measured through DEXA scans and shows the concentration of minerals in a volume of bone area which is used as an indicator for fracture, osteopenia, and osteoporosis risk. Women who are in the peri and post-menopausal phase are at higher risk of bone related issues due to the hormonal profile changes. BMD can be remodeled by continual loading of stress from mechanics, posture, and movement patterns, usually and most effectively by physical activity (PA). While PA is generally prescribed to increase BMD, occupation often accounts for a substantial portion of an individual’s daily activity. The …
Mediating Factors Of Exercise Identity And Perceived Stress, Cydni M. Miller, Kameron Sanders, Jada Mendoza, Brooke Walsh, Jasmine Hamilton
Mediating Factors Of Exercise Identity And Perceived Stress, Cydni M. Miller, Kameron Sanders, Jada Mendoza, Brooke Walsh, Jasmine Hamilton
International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings
As we continue to traverse influences of the post COVID-19 public health environment, there have been noted effects associated with mental and physical health. Stress and anxiety can lead to burnout and have negative physical effects on the body. Research indicated that increases in exercise participation may reduce burnout among college students (Chen et al., 2022). For college students, access to resources such as recreational centers may help to alleviate the negative effects of anxiety. Physical activity has also been shown to improve the relationship between self-image and esteem (Gan & Jiang, 2024). PURPOSE: This study sought to explore the …
How Physically Active Are U.S. Adults?: Comparing National Estimatesphysical Activity Levels Of U.S. Adults Across Multiple National Datasets, Jinwon Choung, Ayland Letsinger
How Physically Active Are U.S. Adults?: Comparing National Estimatesphysical Activity Levels Of U.S. Adults Across Multiple National Datasets, Jinwon Choung, Ayland Letsinger
International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings
National estimates of physical activity are used to evaluate population behavior and inform public health guidelines. However, estimates may vary depending on whether physical activity is assessed using self-reported surveys or accelerometer-based measures. PURPOSE: This cross-sectional study was to characterize population-level estimates of weekly moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) and physical activity guideline adherence (≥ 150 min/week) among U.S. adults across multiple nationally representative U.S. population-based physical activity data sources. METHODS: A PubMed literature search revealed five databases: NHANES, NHIS, BRFSS, Add Health, and All of Us, using the most recent survey cycles from each database and accelerometer-based physical …
Comparison Between Actual And Predicted Sweat Rates In Burn Survivors Using A Predictive Model For Fluid Replacement, Timothy P. Schaefer, Elizabeth A. Gideon, Erin M. Harper, Zachary J. Mckenna, Rachel M. Cottle, Ollie Jay, Craig G. Crandall
Comparison Between Actual And Predicted Sweat Rates In Burn Survivors Using A Predictive Model For Fluid Replacement, Timothy P. Schaefer, Elizabeth A. Gideon, Erin M. Harper, Zachary J. Mckenna, Rachel M. Cottle, Ollie Jay, Craig G. Crandall
International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings
Sweating is a primary physiological response necessary to regulate body temperature in hot environments. Recent literature identifies a correlation between multiple variables (i.e., height and weight, environmental temperature, humidity, intensity and duration of exercise, and venue of exercise) and the rate of sweat loss during physical activity in healthy participants. These findings were then used to create a model to predict fluid loss via sweat, and thus the fluid replacement necessary to rehydrate during and following exercise (sweatratecalculator.com). Importantly, this calculator was modeled with data from uninjured, healthy individuals and therefore may not be accurate for burn survivors. Grafted skin …
The Relationship Between Physical Activity And Quality Of Life, Body Mass Index, And Muscular Strength In Patients Following Sleeve Gastrectomy, Kim Ngan Phung, Brett W. Crossland, Michael Olson
The Relationship Between Physical Activity And Quality Of Life, Body Mass Index, And Muscular Strength In Patients Following Sleeve Gastrectomy, Kim Ngan Phung, Brett W. Crossland, Michael Olson
International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings
Obesity is a major public health issue in the United States. Sleeve gastrectomy has become one of the most frequently performed bariatric procedures due to its effectiveness in achieving substantial and sustained weight loss in patients with severe obesity. Despite these benefits, postoperative outcomes, such as quality of life, body mass index maintenance, and muscular strength, are significantly influenced by lifestyle factors, especially physical activity. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study is to examine the relationship between physical activity and quality of life, body mass index, and muscular strength in patients following sleeve gastrectomy. METHODS: This cross-sectional study …
Effects Of Aging On Time-Continuous Lower Extremity Multi-Muscle Coactivation Patterns During Gait, Reece K. Champion, Kiefer A. Hoang, Mohsen Alighanbari
Effects Of Aging On Time-Continuous Lower Extremity Multi-Muscle Coactivation Patterns During Gait, Reece K. Champion, Kiefer A. Hoang, Mohsen Alighanbari
International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings
Age related neuromuscular changes include motor unit atrophy and neuromuscular junction destabilization. These changes decrease muscle force output and modulation, and increase motor output variability, leading to joint instability. One compensatory mechanism used to combat joint instability and enhance postural control in older adults is increasing muscle coactivation during tasks like gait. However, the time-continuous nature of multi-muscle coactivation patterns have not been explored to identify during what percentage of the gait cycle alterations emerge. PURPOSE: To identify the effects of aging on continuous multi-muscle coactivation patterns in the knee and ankle joints during gait using statistical parametric mapping …
Analyzing The Effect Of Aging On Information Flow Among Knee Muscles During Gait Using Symbolic Transfer Entropy, Kiefer A. Hoang, Reece K. Champion, Mohsen Alighanbari
Analyzing The Effect Of Aging On Information Flow Among Knee Muscles During Gait Using Symbolic Transfer Entropy, Kiefer A. Hoang, Reece K. Champion, Mohsen Alighanbari
International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings
Coactivation is the concomitant contraction of synergistic and antagonistic muscle pairs. Studies using linear coactivation assessments have shown greater coactivation in older than younger adults during gait. Coactivation is a nonlinear phenomenon that may be better examined with nonlinear methods, such as symbolic transfer entropy (STE), which provides the magnitude of information flow and its directionality index (DI). Through analyzing system uncertainty, information flow may provide insight into the communication between coactivating muscles. PURPOSE: To assess the effects of aging on information flow between knee muscles during gait using STE. METHODS: The publicly available dataset used comprises 40 …
The Effects Of Physical Activity On Bone Health In Women As They Age, Shannon A. Matthews, Deborah Rhea, Phil Esposito, Ryan Porter
The Effects Of Physical Activity On Bone Health In Women As They Age, Shannon A. Matthews, Deborah Rhea, Phil Esposito, Ryan Porter
International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings
Osteoporosis affects one in three women over 50, often resulting in fractures that impair mobility and quality of life. Although bone mass and density decline with age, achieving higher peak values before menopause may reduce this risk. Physical activity (PA) is a modifiable factor in skeletal integrity, yet its impact across life stages remains underexplored. Since 80–90% of peak bone mass is accrued by age 16, PA during adolescence and early adulthood is critical. Few studies have examined how specific PA patterns during these periods relate to adult bone health in pre‑menopausal women. PURPOSE: To investigate the relationship between early‑life …
Blood Flow Restriction Circuit Training Model Improves Gait Speed And Lower Limb Muscle In Adults Over 60, Pablo Cruz, Sten O. Stray-Gundersen, Regine Rossi, Teresa Gingles, Graham Trawick, Ronan Miller, Sameena Mathew, Ethan To, Savannah V. Rauschendorfer
Blood Flow Restriction Circuit Training Model Improves Gait Speed And Lower Limb Muscle In Adults Over 60, Pablo Cruz, Sten O. Stray-Gundersen, Regine Rossi, Teresa Gingles, Graham Trawick, Ronan Miller, Sameena Mathew, Ethan To, Savannah V. Rauschendorfer
International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings
Blood flow restriction (BFR) training is a low intensity modality capable of inducing neuromuscular and functional adaptations. While BFR has been implemented using isolated resistance or walking protocols in older adults, less is known about the effect of BFR application to popular circuit-based training modalities that integrate multi- exercise strength training, cardiovascular, and muscular endurance. PURPOSE: This study evaluated the effects of a 6-week BFR circuit training (BFRT) program on functional performance and thigh muscle cross-sectional area in healthy adults over 60, compared to a health education control group. METHODS: 45 healthy adults ≥60 years were randomly assigned to either …
Association Of Body Mass Index With Gait Dynamics And Fall Risk In College Students, Diego Diaz-Vega, Heontae Kim, Ho Han, Jungyu Lee
Association Of Body Mass Index With Gait Dynamics And Fall Risk In College Students, Diego Diaz-Vega, Heontae Kim, Ho Han, Jungyu Lee
International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings
PURPOSE: Although falls are typically associated with older adults, identifying early indicators of fall risk among young populations may help prevent future mobility decline. Because body mass index (BMI) is a modifiable factor that can influence balance and gait stability, understanding its role in early fall risk is important. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to examine differences in fall risk and gait characteristics across BMI categories in college students. METHODS: Fifteen college students participated in this study and were classified into normal, overweight, or obese groups according to BMI. Fall risk was assessed using the Fall Risk Assessment …
Cross-Validating The Healthy Step Length Equation: Evaluating Prediction Accuracy In Community-Dwelling Older Adults, Jungyu Lee, Ho Han, Heontae Kim, Diego Diaz-Vega
Cross-Validating The Healthy Step Length Equation: Evaluating Prediction Accuracy In Community-Dwelling Older Adults, Jungyu Lee, Ho Han, Heontae Kim, Diego Diaz-Vega
International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings
Step length is a key indicator of gait efficiency and mobility in older adults, closely associated with fall risk, frailty, and overall health. However, most available prediction equations are based solely on height or have not undergone empirical validation, which limits their precision and applicability in aging populations. PURPOSE: This study aimed to cross-validate the newly developed Healthy Step Length Equation, which incorporates age, sex, height, weight, and walking speed, by comparing it with three commonly used height-based models to evaluate its predictive accuracy, and clinical relevance in older adults. METHODS: A total of 174 healthy, community-dwelling adults …
Dietary Nitrate Supplementation Worsens Resistance Exercise Performance In Resistance-Trained Females, Sydney N. Brennan, Raymond T. Gerardo, Trevor J. Molnar, Justin M. Foster, Ryan Tran, Kyle S. Geppert, Christopher B. Sottile, Michael Egiazarian, Abigail F. Ballhagen, Stewart D. Gonzalez, Adam Pennell, Rachel Tan
Dietary Nitrate Supplementation Worsens Resistance Exercise Performance In Resistance-Trained Females, Sydney N. Brennan, Raymond T. Gerardo, Trevor J. Molnar, Justin M. Foster, Ryan Tran, Kyle S. Geppert, Christopher B. Sottile, Michael Egiazarian, Abigail F. Ballhagen, Stewart D. Gonzalez, Adam Pennell, Rachel Tan
International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings
Dietary nitrate supplementation appears to preferentially target type II muscle fibers for beneficial effects; however, research examining the efficacy of nitrate in females and resistance exercise is scarce. PURPOSE: To investigate if dietary nitrate, provided as concentrated nitrate-rich beetroot juice (BR), improved resistance exercise performance in back squat and bench press compared to nitrate-depleted beetroot juice (PL) in resistance-trained females. METHODS: Eighteen resistance-trained females aged reported to the lab for a total of four visits over a 2-week period. Participants performed a one repetition maximum protocol (1RM) and familiarization to the experimental protocol, and were assigned in a randomized, double-blind …
Can Passive Water Immersion Shape Force Production Capacity?, Joonsun Park, Talin Louder
Can Passive Water Immersion Shape Force Production Capacity?, Joonsun Park, Talin Louder
International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings
Previous studies have shown mechanistic neurophysiological evidence to foster motor cortical and plasticity alongside improved cerebral perfusion. Although evidence remains limited, these neural effects suggest passive immersion may enhance force output capacity. PURPOSE: This study aimed to investigate the acute effects of passive water immersion in a seated position on lower-extremity isometric strength as measured by isometric mid-thigh pull (IMTP) performance on land. METHODS: Thirty-three active young adults (age: 22.64 ± 4.18 years, height: 174.55 ± 10.28 cm, mass: 81.45 ± 18.77 kg) completed both land and water conditions (LC and WC), with pre- and post-tests using within …
A Multi-Stage Pilot Study To Develop Procedures To Examine Diversity, Equity & Inclusivity (Dei) Statements Within Kinesiology Journal Submission Guidelines, Vivianne Felker, Zoe Howard, Jafra D. Thomas, Shannon R. Siegel, Shiina Tsuchiya, Jorge Portillo, Deanna Jun, Alexis V. Willing, Jill M. Maples, James W. Navalta, Matthew J. Garver, Joel D. Reece, Dustin W. Davis
A Multi-Stage Pilot Study To Develop Procedures To Examine Diversity, Equity & Inclusivity (Dei) Statements Within Kinesiology Journal Submission Guidelines, Vivianne Felker, Zoe Howard, Jafra D. Thomas, Shannon R. Siegel, Shiina Tsuchiya, Jorge Portillo, Deanna Jun, Alexis V. Willing, Jill M. Maples, James W. Navalta, Matthew J. Garver, Joel D. Reece, Dustin W. Davis
International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings
While diversity, equity, and inclusivity (DEI) principles support ethically responsible, cost-effective, evidence-supported health promotion and performance interventions, they are rarely addressed within published biomedical/behavioral science research, including in kinesiology. PURPOSE: Because journal submission guidelines could increase integration of DEI principles’ application, we sought to develop a valid and reliable procedure to quantify DEI statements within kinesiology-related journal submission guidelines. METHODS: The pilot study was conducted between 2023 and 2025. Faculty investigators developed a codebook with good content validity (100% consensus achieved), then the primary faculty investigators produced a written protocol and coding form to standardize the coding process. …
Evaluating Participant Responsivness To The Chair Based Resistance Program, Eileen A. Nunez-Ortiz, Zakkoyya Lewis
Evaluating Participant Responsivness To The Chair Based Resistance Program, Eileen A. Nunez-Ortiz, Zakkoyya Lewis
International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings
Physical inactivity among older adults remains a major public health concern, with fewer than 15% meeting national guidelines. Resistance training has been proven to help prevent these outcomes, yet participation remains low. This research utilized the OYO Fitness Program, an 8-week chair-based intervention using the portable OYO double flex device to offer a more accessible and inclusive approach to resistance training for older adults. PURPOSE: The purpose of the study was to examine participants' responsiveness to the program, with a focus on post-program focus group findings. METHODS: Adults ages 65 and older (n = 28) completed the 8-week program across …