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Student-Athlete Perceptions Of Sources Of Stress And Coping, Tyler Richardson, Lucas Lancaster, Cory Driskill, Melissa D. Long Feb 2023

Student-Athlete Perceptions Of Sources Of Stress And Coping, Tyler Richardson, Lucas Lancaster, Cory Driskill, Melissa D. Long

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

The purpose of this study was to explore stress in student-athletes. Stress, especially distress, can lead to mental health issues. This topic has traditionally not been discussed in coaching but is becoming more necessary. Student-athletes are more in tune with their mental health than even before, and coaches are not always sure how to handle situations that arise on this topic. PURPOSE: The intent of this study was to help strength and conditioning coaches become more aware of their student-athletes’ stress and coping mechanisms. METHODS: This study was conducted through an emailed survey to student-athletes. No identifying information …

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Calf Strain, Jennifer Cabrera Feb 2023

Calf Strain, Jennifer Cabrera

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CLINICAL PRESENTATION & EXAM: Patients can experience a calf strain due to overstretching, exposure to increased volumes of running load, accelerations, decelerations, and during extreme fatigue. The strain exhibits a feeling of a sharp pain or tearing sensation at the back of the lower leg. The pain can last a few days or up to weeks depending on the severity of the strain. Palpation, stretching and strength testing are used for physical examination to identify swelling and tenderness. ANATOMY & PATHOLOGY: The calf refers to the gastrocnemius, soleus, and plantaris muscles. These three muscles together form the Achilles …

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Hamstring Strain, Michaela Ferrero Feb 2023

Hamstring Strain, Michaela Ferrero

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CLINICAL PRESENTATION & EXAM: During the physical examination, the patient can recall the moment that the injury occurred. The patient will typically complain of a sudden or severe pain in the posterior thigh during exercise. Runners often notice a popping or tearing sensation at the time of the strain. Posterior thigh pain and tenderness will develop immediately after the incident. Depending on the severity of the strain the athlete may start showing signs of discoloration of the skin and swelling distal to the glutes. A simple palpation test of the semimembranosus, semitendinosus, and bicep femoris muscles is used in …

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Athletic Performance And Potential Performance-Inhibiting Factors, Hannah L. Walsh, Brittanie L. Lockard, Benjamin Garza, Julianne Domico, Terah Ege Feb 2023

Athletic Performance And Potential Performance-Inhibiting Factors, Hannah L. Walsh, Brittanie L. Lockard, Benjamin Garza, Julianne Domico, Terah Ege

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Collegiate athletes have complicated requirements to maximize performance. These requirements vary for each athlete depending on their unique needs; likewise, there may be several performance-inhibiting factors. PURPOSE: To assess various potential performance-inhibiting factors on Divison-1 athletes’ perception of recovery and performance. METHODS: A small sample of endurance athletes [N=16, Male=13, Age=19.44 ± 1.50, Wt (kg)=70.77 ± 8.29, LBM (kg)=63.76 ± 10.72] were recruited to complete the following tests: body composition (InBody), inflammatory symptoms screening questionnaire, perceived recovery status scale, and the sports performance satisfaction questionnaire. Correlations and linear regression models were used to elucidate any predictive relationship between …

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The Effect Of Mobility And Strength Training On Firefighter Cadet Functional Mobility, Raquel J. Cavazos, B. Greg Meek, Hussien K. Jabai, Michael D. Oldham Feb 2023

The Effect Of Mobility And Strength Training On Firefighter Cadet Functional Mobility, Raquel J. Cavazos, B. Greg Meek, Hussien K. Jabai, Michael D. Oldham

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Strength and Conditioning programs have positive effects on athletic performance (Hedrick, 2002). Similarly, firefighters have to be adequately fit to perform their job duties which require muscular strength and endurance, and aerobic fitness (Smith, 2011). Thus, firefighter’s health and fitness, including mobility, is crucial in their job performance. PURPOSE: We examined the effects of a strength, conditioning, and mobility program on functional mobility in firefighter cadets. METHODS: 43 firefighter cadets who were enrolled in a 12-week basic firefighter academy course participated. Cadets were separated into one of three cohorts; 1) No program; 2) Unmonitored Program; and 3) Indirectly Monitored …

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Food Sensitives In Athletes: Whey More Common Than You May Expect?, Eve M. Clarkson Miss, Brittanie L. Lockard, Ben Garza, Julianne Damico, Terah Ege Feb 2023

Food Sensitives In Athletes: Whey More Common Than You May Expect?, Eve M. Clarkson Miss, Brittanie L. Lockard, Ben Garza, Julianne Damico, Terah Ege

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Food sensitives, which differ from food allergies, are caused by digestive problems to foods that may lead to symptoms such as bloating, diarrhea, constipation, fatigue, headache, joint pain, and sleep disturbances, among other issues. It is estimated that food sensitivities affect 15-20% of the US population. These are IgG antibody-mediated responses that may develop from a variety of causes such as enzymatic defects in the digestive system. Research suggests that IgG-based tests produce clinically meaningful results that aid in the development of a targeted elimination diet. In a non-athletic sample with food sensitivities, our lab previously reported that 70% of …

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The Effect Of Post Activation Potentiation On The Vertical Jump, Francisco Saucedo, Casi Helbig Feb 2023

The Effect Of Post Activation Potentiation On The Vertical Jump, Francisco Saucedo, Casi Helbig

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Post-activation potentiation (PAP) refers to short-term improvement in performance (i.e., jumping and running) immediately following a heavy resistance exercise. PAP can provide improvement to explosive performance with the main goal being to maximize your body’s ability to generate power. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of post activation potentiation on the vertical jump. METHODS: The participants in this study consisted of twenty members of the Texas Lutheran University (TLU) football team. The study was conducted in the TLU Fitness Center on two different testing days. On the first testing day, the subject’s reach …

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Synchronizing Cardiac Cycle Phase With Foot Strike To Optimize Cardiac Performance In Patients With Chronic Systolic Heart Failure And Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy (Crt), Erika M. Ivey, Denis J. Wakeham, Michinari Hieda, Sophie Saland, Dean Palmer, Margot Morris, Joshua Lewis, Jeffery L. Bleich, Peter G. Weyand, Satyam Sarma, James P. Macnamara, Benjamin D. Levine Feb 2023

Synchronizing Cardiac Cycle Phase With Foot Strike To Optimize Cardiac Performance In Patients With Chronic Systolic Heart Failure And Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy (Crt), Erika M. Ivey, Denis J. Wakeham, Michinari Hieda, Sophie Saland, Dean Palmer, Margot Morris, Joshua Lewis, Jeffery L. Bleich, Peter G. Weyand, Satyam Sarma, James P. Macnamara, Benjamin D. Levine

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Despite advances in medical and Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy (CRT), patients with chronic systolic heart failure (HF) have persistent symptoms including dyspnea on exertion and exercise intolerance. Novel strategies to improve exercise performance in these patients, such as optimizing cardio-locomotor coupling, could be particularly beneficial to improve functional capacity. For example, runners display a lower heart rate and higher oxygen pulse, suggestive of a higher stroke volume (SV), when foot strike occurs in diastole. Whether patients with HF undergoing CRT can similarly increase SV is unknown. PURPOSE: To compare the effects of diastolic versus systolic foot strike timing on exercise hemodynamics …

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Ectopic Bone In The Lungs And Spleen Of Male Fisher-344 Rats, Amanda Salas Sanchez, Teresa Le, Danyah Nashawi, Hannah Mitchell, Tara Dawn Kortlever, Rhonda Prisby Feb 2023

Ectopic Bone In The Lungs And Spleen Of Male Fisher-344 Rats, Amanda Salas Sanchez, Teresa Le, Danyah Nashawi, Hannah Mitchell, Tara Dawn Kortlever, Rhonda Prisby

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Previous experimental data demonstrated ossified particles (OSP, i.e., bone-like particles) in the circulation of rodents as well as human subjects. Their ability to circulate could ultimately permit access to vital tissues, potentially leading to ectopic bone formation. Although the fate of OSP is yet unclear, their entry into soft tissues and organs may initiate pathological processes. PURPOSE: We sought to determine the presence of bone in the soft organs. METHODS: Young (6-mon; n=10) and old (24-mon; n=10) male Fisher-344 rats were anesthetized (3% isoflurane to oxygen balance) and euthanized by removal of the heart. Body mass (g) was …

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Can We Calculate Mean Arterial Pressure In Humans?, Matthew M. Howrey, Tiffany L. Brazile, Bryce N. Balmain, Andrew R. Tomlinson, James P. Macnamara, Tony G. Babb, Benjamin D. Levine, Satyam Sarma, Christopher M. Hearon Jr, Denis J. Wakeham Feb 2023

Can We Calculate Mean Arterial Pressure In Humans?, Matthew M. Howrey, Tiffany L. Brazile, Bryce N. Balmain, Andrew R. Tomlinson, James P. Macnamara, Tony G. Babb, Benjamin D. Levine, Satyam Sarma, Christopher M. Hearon Jr, Denis J. Wakeham

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Mean arterial pressure (MAP) is either measured with an oscillometric cuff and then systolic (SBP) and diastolic (DBP) blood pressures are estimated from an unknown algorithm; or SBP and DBP are measured via auscultation and MAP calculated using measures of systolic pressure (SBP), diastolic pressure (DBP), and a form-factor (FF; equation: [(SBP-DBP)*FF]+DBP). The typical FF used is 0.33 though others (0.4) have been proposed. Recent work indicates that estimation of aortic MAP via a FF leads to inaccurate values and should therefore be interpreted with caution, whether this is the case for local MAP is unknown. While the implications for …

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Athletes' Perception On How Psychological Effects Of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Influences Their Decision To Return To Sport, Jaci Mcelyea, Melissa D. Long Feb 2023

Athletes' Perception On How Psychological Effects Of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Influences Their Decision To Return To Sport, Jaci Mcelyea, Melissa D. Long

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injuries remain a common injury amongst student athletes. While some athletes return to play (RTP) and some do not, many athletes make the decision to not RTP. PURPOSE: This research study aimed to determine reasons why athletes choose to RTP or choose not to RTP. METHODS: Athletes from multiple universities were emailed a survey about their experience with Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction (ACLR) and subsequent rehabilitation. RESULTS: Thirteen student-athletes participated in the voluntary survey. Seven athletes reported having ACL Reconstruction; all of responses with ACLR reported were female. Athletes varied in sport participation: …

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Relationship Between Regional Pectoralis Major Muscle Size And Peak Power During Incline Bench Press Strength Testing: A Pilot Study, Dawei Guan, Daniel Newmire, Ronald Snarr, Bryon C. Applequist Feb 2023

Relationship Between Regional Pectoralis Major Muscle Size And Peak Power During Incline Bench Press Strength Testing: A Pilot Study, Dawei Guan, Daniel Newmire, Ronald Snarr, Bryon C. Applequist

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

The peak power generated by skeletal muscle during strength training is influenced by several factors, including body weight, maximal force, and muscle fiber orientation, as well as the function affecting excitation patterns. However, there is limited research on the relationship between regional muscle size and peak power output. PURPOSE: This pilot study seeks to explore the associations between muscle thickness (MT) and cross-sectional area (CSA) of the pectoralis major and peak power output during an incline bench (IB) press one-repetition maximum (1RM) strength bout. METHODS: Seven participants (males = 3; females = 4; age: 24.3±2.7 years; height: 168.2±3.3 …

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Ectopic Bone In The Kidneys And Visceral Fat Of Male Fischer-344 Rats, Teresa N. Le, Amanda Salas Sanchez, Danyah Nashawi, Hannah Mitchell, Tara Kortlever, Rhonda Prisby Feb 2023

Ectopic Bone In The Kidneys And Visceral Fat Of Male Fischer-344 Rats, Teresa N. Le, Amanda Salas Sanchez, Danyah Nashawi, Hannah Mitchell, Tara Kortlever, Rhonda Prisby

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Ossified particles (OSP) are microscopic, bone-like fragments found in the circulatory system of rodents and humans. Although theorized to develop in the bone marrow, their origin and impact on physiological processes are unknown. Further, the fate of OSP has not been determined and may exit the circulatory system and enter organs and tissues. PURPOSE: We sought to detect the presence of ectopic bone in the kidneys and visceral fat of rodents. METHODS: Young (6-mon; n=10) and old (24-mon; n=10) male Fischer-344 rats were anesthetized with isoflurane (3% to oxygen balance) and euthanized by excising the heart. The right and …

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The Relationship Between Sleep And Health Measures In College Students, Kaylee Maddox, Jessica Boldenow, Lindsay Spindler, Chuck Ruot Feb 2023

The Relationship Between Sleep And Health Measures In College Students, Kaylee Maddox, Jessica Boldenow, Lindsay Spindler, Chuck Ruot

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

College students have been known to get little sleep throughout the process of obtaining their degrees. This poor sleep quality has been shown to correlate to higher levels of depression and mental health issues. Additionally, sleep quality in college students is related to various physical variables which are further explored in this study. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between hours of sleep and various health measures of college students. METHODS: This study was a correlational study examining the relationship between hours of sleep and demographic variables of college students. Subjects were recruited …

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Pityriasis Rosea In A Female Runner, Melissa D. Long Feb 2023

Pityriasis Rosea In A Female Runner, Melissa D. Long

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CASE HISTORY: The patient was a 40-year-old, physically active, mother and teacher. She had no previous history of autoimmune disease, Shingles, or other skin disorder. She reported having Herpes Zoster (Chicken Pox) at about six years old. In this case, she reported having a bug bite superior to the right iliac crest. After two days of itching the bite appeared normal and the pruritis stopped. After 10 days, the patient reported that the bite was not resolving but was not causing any symptoms. The athlete reported that the area had become scaly. PHYSICAL EXAM: Physical exam revealed a …

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Alternative Field Test For Wingate Test Of Anaerobic Capacity, Lucia S. Creeden, Kyle Biggerstaff Feb 2023

Alternative Field Test For Wingate Test Of Anaerobic Capacity, Lucia S. Creeden, Kyle Biggerstaff

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

The 30-s Wingate Anaerobic Power Test (WAPT) has been the gold standard for assessing an individual’s anaerobic power since its development, but it requires expensive equipment. An alternative test, called the Anaerobic Power Run Test (APRT), has been developed as a simple method to predict anaerobic power. PURPOSE: This study was conducted to determine if there is a relationship between the anaerobic capacity determined by a 30-s WAPT and the time to complete the APRT. Additionally, this study will attempt to predict anaerobic capacity based on the time to complete the APRT. METHODS: Participants (8 females, 4 males) between the …

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Vitamin D Association With Renal Health And Filtration In Healthy Individuals Free Of Cardiometabolic Diseases: A Pilot Study, Meena K. Meiyyappan, Ricardo Torres, Tomas Chapman-Lopez, Keri Collins, Bayley Humphrey, Andrew Gallucci, Brent Dragoo, Leslee Funderburk, Panagiotis Koutakis, Jeff S. Forsse Feb 2023

Vitamin D Association With Renal Health And Filtration In Healthy Individuals Free Of Cardiometabolic Diseases: A Pilot Study, Meena K. Meiyyappan, Ricardo Torres, Tomas Chapman-Lopez, Keri Collins, Bayley Humphrey, Andrew Gallucci, Brent Dragoo, Leslee Funderburk, Panagiotis Koutakis, Jeff S. Forsse

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

The effect of vitamin D (VITD) on bone, muscle, and over health is well know in renal failure and chronic kidney disease (CKD). However, the influence of VITD on renal health and filtration (RHF) in healthy individuals is unclear. Currently, only serum creatinine concentration (sCr) methods are used to assess renal status in health individuals. However, newer biomarkers like serum Cystatin C (CyC) and urine epidermal growth factor (uEGF) show promise in evaluating baseline RHF. The impact of Vitamin D on filtration in healthy individuals of various ages is still unknown. PURPOSE: To determine the impact of VITD on RHF …

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Effects Of Volitional Preemptive Abdominal Contraction On Shoulder Proprioception Following Shoulder Muscle Fatigue, Ramonica Scott, Troy Hooper, Phil Sizer Pt, Phd, C. Roger James, J. Paul Fikes, Steven Sawyer Feb 2023

Effects Of Volitional Preemptive Abdominal Contraction On Shoulder Proprioception Following Shoulder Muscle Fatigue, Ramonica Scott, Troy Hooper, Phil Sizer Pt, Phd, C. Roger James, J. Paul Fikes, Steven Sawyer

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

The abdominal bracing maneuver, a volitional preemptive abdominal contraction (VPAC) strategy, is potentially beneficial to shoulder exercise performance. It is unclear how VPAC use affects shoulder function, including proprioception and shoulder muscle function following shoulder muscle fatigue caused by upper extremity dominant sports movements. Discovering methods that reduce its effects on shoulder proprioception and shoulder muscle function is important for clinical practice in orthopedic rehabilitation. PURPOSE: To identify VPAC effects on shoulder proprioception abilities and to identify VPAC effects on shoulder muscle electromyographic amplitudes, during seated proprioception trials, both with and without muscle fatigue present. METHODS: Thirty-nine participants …

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Footwear's Influence On Positional Parameters In The Static Posture Of Children, Megan E. Perkins, Bryon C. Applequist Feb 2023

Footwear's Influence On Positional Parameters In The Static Posture Of Children, Megan E. Perkins, Bryon C. Applequist

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

In early childhood, a child’s motor control is rapidly evolving. Upright posture is being supported through a combination of sensory factors that are influenced by the child’s developing neuromuscular system.1 Footwear has the ability to create a drastic impact on postural stability during this key time in a child’s life. In fact, certain types of footwear may actually be detrimental to the child’s normal development of proprioceptive abilities, compared to being able to feel their natural environment while barefoot. Positional parameters of static posture can be used to evaluate the effects of footwear on postural control.2 PURPOSE: The …

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A Single 10-Minute Vape Exposure Alters Ventilation In Adult Rats, Mila Fisher, Jennifer A. Stokes Feb 2023

A Single 10-Minute Vape Exposure Alters Ventilation In Adult Rats, Mila Fisher, Jennifer A. Stokes

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

E-cigarettes, also known as electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS), are an alternative to the traditional cigarette. ENDS function using a heating device (e.g. “vape pen”, such as JUUL) to heat liquids containing nicotine and other chemicals. Recent research in humans and animal models suggests that acute exposure (5 to 60 minutes) to e-cigarette vapor increases airway resistance and proinflammatory cytokine presence in lung tissue. These acute effects may lead to long term functional changes in the lung and tissue changes at the respiratory membrane. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of an acute 10-minute …

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Preliminary Findings: Relationship Between Igg-Based Food Elimination And Whole-Body Inflammation, Benjamin C. Garza, Terah Ege, Fabio Cattolico, Brittanie L. Lockard Feb 2023

Preliminary Findings: Relationship Between Igg-Based Food Elimination And Whole-Body Inflammation, Benjamin C. Garza, Terah Ege, Fabio Cattolico, Brittanie L. Lockard

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

High levels of whole-body inflammation are associated with increased risk of poor health outcomes and chronic disease. Inflammatory symptoms (e.g., digestive, psychological, and whole-body irritation) are commonly addressed via food elimination diets, yet individual differences may exist for persons with unique immunoglobulin-G (IgG) mediated food sensitivities. Few studies have examined IgG food sensitivities using an understood biomarker of inflammation, high-sensitivity C-Reactive Protein (hsCRP). Identification of IgG mediated food sensitivities may be a feasible means for targeted-food elimination seeking to address inflammatory symptoms. PURPOSE: To assess measurable changes in primary outcomes, hsCRP and inflammatory symptomology, within subjects following an IgG …

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The Usage Of Skeletal Muscle Oxygenation And Heart Rate Variability As Predictors Of Aerobic Fitness., Ricardo Torres, Tomas Chapman-Lopez, Catherine Lowry, Chris Wynveen, Panagiotis Koutakis, Jeff S. Forsse Feb 2023

The Usage Of Skeletal Muscle Oxygenation And Heart Rate Variability As Predictors Of Aerobic Fitness., Ricardo Torres, Tomas Chapman-Lopez, Catherine Lowry, Chris Wynveen, Panagiotis Koutakis, Jeff S. Forsse

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Heart rate variability (HRV) is used to assess the autonomic nervous system’s (ANS) activity on the heart, while skeletal muscle oxygenation (SmO2) measures how well muscles uptake oxygen from the blood. Both measurements have demonstrated strong associations with cardiorespiratory fitness and are altered with increased exercise workloads. Both have been used to assess athletic performance. While the gold standard for assessing cardiorespiratory fitness is VO2 max testing, several situations preclude the usage of a true VO2 max. Purpose: To determine if HRV and SmO2 possess predictive qualities to accurately assess cardiorespiratory fitness levels. Methods: Thirty-six healthy fit individuals (n = …

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Comparison Of Landing Variables Between Countermovement Jump Landings And Drop Vertical Jump Landings From Equal Heights, Mia Hite, Katie N. Harris, John Robert Harry Feb 2023

Comparison Of Landing Variables Between Countermovement Jump Landings And Drop Vertical Jump Landings From Equal Heights, Mia Hite, Katie N. Harris, John Robert Harry

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

The countermovement jump (CMJ) and drop vertical jump (DVJ) are often used as a measurement of physical ability or performance potential, while analysis of landing can provide crucial information regarding injury risk. In theory, similar landing strategies should be employed when CMJ jump height and DVJ drop height are controlled, yet we know of no studies have investigated this possibility. PURPOSE: to examine and compare landing characteristics between CMJ and DVJ when flight height is controlled. METHODS: Forty (20 males; 20 females; 22.5 ± 4.3 years, 1.7 ± 0.1 m, 73.2 ± 13.3 kg) recreationally active individuals performed …

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Biomechanical Response Of The Leg To Single Leg Drop Landings Before And After Prolonged Plantar Flexor Stretch., Himadri Patel, Michael W. Olson Feb 2023

Biomechanical Response Of The Leg To Single Leg Drop Landings Before And After Prolonged Plantar Flexor Stretch., Himadri Patel, Michael W. Olson

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The plantar flexor muscles have become important in activities such as gait analysis in healthy and patient populations. The duration of stretch is reported to influence their ability to generate force and if mechanical laxity is present after stretching, it is unclear how this laxity will influence the movement patterns of the lower extremities. PURPOSE: The study aimed to investigate influence of prolonged stretch to plantar flexor muscles on landing biomechanics during a single-leg drop landings. METHODS: Sixteen active participants (24.6 ± 3.1 yrs, 75.4 ± 15.6 kg mass, 1.75 ± 0.9m height) were recruited and randomly assigned …

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Cancer Survivors' Self-Efficacy And Spirituality Outcomes Following A Holistic Integrative Intervention, Caleb Mata, Sonio D. Garcia, Jesus Sanchez, Abner Hernandez, Tim Calderon, Monica Serra, Darpan Patel, Gustavo J. Almeida, Tony Zhang, Amelie G. Ramirez, Daniel C. Hughes Feb 2023

Cancer Survivors' Self-Efficacy And Spirituality Outcomes Following A Holistic Integrative Intervention, Caleb Mata, Sonio D. Garcia, Jesus Sanchez, Abner Hernandez, Tim Calderon, Monica Serra, Darpan Patel, Gustavo J. Almeida, Tony Zhang, Amelie G. Ramirez, Daniel C. Hughes

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Cancer treatments often negatively impact health-related quality of life (HR-QOL) for cancer survivors (CS), ignoring the multi-dimensional nature of the human experience of cancer and its impact on mental and spiritual domains. A holistic integrative approach was implemented on a heterogenous population of cancer survivors during the COVID epidemic with the goal of improving their overall well-being by looking beyond physical functioning. PURPOSE: To examine the relationship between spirituality and self-efficacy of cancer survivors of all types of cancer following a holistic intervention during the COVID-19 pandemic. METHODS: Subjects were recruited via network partners and self-referral. Subjects were …

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Postural And Movement Characteristics Of Multidirectional Gait Initiation, Kuanting Chen, Adam King Feb 2023

Postural And Movement Characteristics Of Multidirectional Gait Initiation, Kuanting Chen, Adam King

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Voluntary gait initiation (GI) comprises a preceding anticipatory postural adjustment (APA) phase and a stepping phase where the lower leg functions complementarily as a stance leg and a swing leg. Understanding how stepping leg and obstacle negotiation shape the organization of GI has benefited the rehabilitation for individuals with unilateral limb dysfunction and facilitated the development of fall prevention programs. However, these studies primarily examined the forward GI than the multidirectional GI which is common in daily activities and sports. PURPOSE: To investigate the effects of stepping leg and obstacle negotiation on the APA characteristics and stepping kinematics of …

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Difference Between Wrist And Chest-Worn Heart Rate Monitors, Vania Gonzalez, John D. Smith Feb 2023

Difference Between Wrist And Chest-Worn Heart Rate Monitors, Vania Gonzalez, John D. Smith

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Wrist-worn heart rate measurement on fitness trackers, activity watches, and smartwatches are relatively new and accuracy verification of these monitors is needed. Polar chest strap monitors, which have been validated for accuracy (Gillinov et al., 2017; Pasadyn et al., 2019), were used as the criterion to establish the validity of the wrist-worn device. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to determine the difference between a Garmin wrist-worn heart rate monitor and a Polar chest-worn heart rate monitor. METHODS: The session included measurement of age, height, body weight, and four 5-minute exercise sessions, one each while walking on a treadmill, …

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The Effects Of Resistance Deception On Upper Body Muscular Strength, Muscular Endurance, And Perceived Exertion, Ashley Mcmasters Feb 2023

The Effects Of Resistance Deception On Upper Body Muscular Strength, Muscular Endurance, And Perceived Exertion, Ashley Mcmasters

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Resistance deception during training is lightly researched and is seen as a modification that can potentially act on central control during exercise. Studies that have observed the effects of deception while training has yielded mixed results and the effects of deception on strength, muscular endurance, and perceived exertion are still unclear. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of resistance deception on upper-body maximal muscular strength, muscular endurance, and perceived exertion in a strength-trained population. METHODS: Eight males (n = 5) and females (n = 3) between the ages of 18 and 26 that had at …

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Effects Of Six Weeks Of Time-Based Intermittent Fasting On Body Composition, Metabolic Parameters In Young Adults, Suchi Prajapati, Frank Wyatt, Jaykuvarba Kher Feb 2023

Effects Of Six Weeks Of Time-Based Intermittent Fasting On Body Composition, Metabolic Parameters In Young Adults, Suchi Prajapati, Frank Wyatt, Jaykuvarba Kher

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

A growing number of people are using intermittent fasting (IF) as a dietary strategy for weight loss and general wellness. PURPOSE: The aim of the current study was to investigate how a time-restricted IF approach will affect overweight and obese young adults for six (6) weeks. METHODS: Twenty-five (n=25) individuals between the ages of 18-29 y were recruited through university banners and were randomly assigned to two groups; Group A and Group B. Each group fasted for 16 hours each. Group A fasted from 8pm to 12pm and Group B fasted from 4pm to 8am. Subjects were tested …

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Repetition Differences Between Three Curl-Up Tests For Abdominal Strength, Isaiah Jackson, John D. Smith Feb 2023

Repetition Differences Between Three Curl-Up Tests For Abdominal Strength, Isaiah Jackson, John D. Smith

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Curl-up tests are common for assessing abdominal strength and endurance, however, little has been explored on the differences in repetition outcomes of different versions of these tests. PURPOSE: To identify differences in repetitions between three commonly used curl-up tests for abdominal strength and endurance. METHODS: Thirty-six participants (27.5±8.1 yrs, 167.1±9.5 cm, 80.2±23.4 kg, 28.3±10.3% BF) were measured for upper body anthropometrics and repetitions from the FITNESSGRAM curl-up, a military curl-up, and patella curl-ups. Repeated measures ANOVA was used to identify differences in repetitions and the Bonferroni technique was used with pairwise comparisons. Alpha was set at .05 for all tests. …

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