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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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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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Hoffa’S Fat Pad Impingement And Medial Plica Syndrome, Meron Ibrahim, Vered Arbel, Ankur Verma, Tal Amasay Feb 2023

Hoffa’S Fat Pad Impingement And Medial Plica Syndrome, Meron Ibrahim, Vered Arbel, Ankur Verma, Tal Amasay

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

CASE HISTORY: The patient is a 27-year-old female that presented with ongoing right knee pain. She stated that she has been dealing with knee pain for approximately five years. Pain is constant with activities of daily living and running, aching during rest and throbbing during activity. She recalled that the initial pain started after running a half marathon. Pain was relieved with rest and elevation and progressively decreased with physical therapy until reaggravating it with no specific cause. Anti-inflammatory creams and medication had minimal effect on pain reduction. PHYSICAL EXAM: Significant tenderness to palpation along the proximal patellar …

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Adiposity And High-Density Lipoprotein Are Reflective Of Blood Pressure Among Individuals Without Hypertension, Joshua Labadah, Jehu Apaflo, Gabriel Narvaez, Victoria Rocha, Sudip Bajpeyi Feb 2023

Adiposity And High-Density Lipoprotein Are Reflective Of Blood Pressure Among Individuals Without Hypertension, Joshua Labadah, Jehu Apaflo, Gabriel Narvaez, Victoria Rocha, Sudip Bajpeyi

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Obesity and abnormal lipid profiles have been linked to hypertension and other cardiometabolic risks. Early identification of cardiovascular risks factors in healthy individuals is important for disease prevention and maintaining a high quality of life. PURPOSE: This study sought to determine whether adiposity and lipid profile in a non-hypertensive, otherwise healthy population, is associated with blood pressure, a hallmark of cardiovascular disease risk. METHODS: Seventy-seven individuals (34 males 43 females; age 25.4 ±7.7 years; BMI 27.2 ± 5.2 kg/m2) without hypertension (systolic blood pressure (SBP) 110.3 ± 10.3 mmHg; diastolic blood pressure (DBP) 71.48 ± 7.93 …

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The Effect On Carbon Dioxide Production During Maximal Exercise With Distinct Breathing Mechanisms, Vineet K. Paidisetty, Jose M. Moris, Alexandra Blades, Ryan Curtis, Christian J. Chang, Garret Petty, Yunsuk Koh Feb 2023

The Effect On Carbon Dioxide Production During Maximal Exercise With Distinct Breathing Mechanisms, Vineet K. Paidisetty, Jose M. Moris, Alexandra Blades, Ryan Curtis, Christian J. Chang, Garret Petty, Yunsuk Koh

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Nasal breathing (NB) may lead to lower maximal oxygen uptake (VO2max) compared to oral breathing (OB) or nasal/oral combined breathing (CB) due to a transient increase in the systemic concentration of carbon dioxide (CO2) that can replicate the effects of a hypoxic environment. The exercise intensity at which NB can elicit this response is poorly understood. PURPOSE: To examine the increase in the fractional rate of exhaled CO2 (FECO2) and FEO2 with different breathing conditions during a graded maximal aerobic exercise test (GXT). METHODS: Eight healthy males (21.88 ± 0.46 years) completed …

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Effect Of Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation On Fasting Blood Glucose In Sedentary Overweight And Obese Population, Ali Mossayebi, Jehu N. Apaflo, Gabriel Navarez, Joshua Labadah, Victoria Rocha, Heyjin Jung, Kisuk Min, Andrew Mcainch, Sudip Bajpeyi Feb 2023

Effect Of Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation On Fasting Blood Glucose In Sedentary Overweight And Obese Population, Ali Mossayebi, Jehu N. Apaflo, Gabriel Navarez, Joshua Labadah, Victoria Rocha, Heyjin Jung, Kisuk Min, Andrew Mcainch, Sudip Bajpeyi

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Glucose is a vital source of energy for muscle contraction, and it is essential for health that glucose is properly metabolized. The rate of glucose metabolism in the contracting skeletal muscles increases rapidly as a result of exercise. Neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) may be used as an alternative for muscle contraction in those who are physically unable or unwilling to exercise, such as those with excessive obesity, functional limitations, and other mobility impairments. PURPOSE: To determine the effect of NMES induced muscle contraction on fasting blood glucose level. METHODS: Eighteen participants without diabetes were recruited in the study …

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The Impact Of Nasal Breathing During Exercise On Cerebral Blood Flow, Jose M. Moris, Christian J. Chang, Vineet K. Paidisetty, Alexandra Blades, Ryan Curtis, Garett Petty, Yunsuk Koh Feb 2023

The Impact Of Nasal Breathing During Exercise On Cerebral Blood Flow, Jose M. Moris, Christian J. Chang, Vineet K. Paidisetty, Alexandra Blades, Ryan Curtis, Garett Petty, Yunsuk Koh

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Achieving hypercapnic-induced vasodilation while exercising can increase cerebral blood flow (CBF) to a greater extent than during normoxic conditions. Evidence suggests that nasal breathing during a maximal aerobic effort can elicit a hypercapnic condition. PURPOSE: To compare the effect of combined (CB), oral (OB), and nasal (NB) breathing on CBF during a graded maximal exercise test (GXT). METHODS: Six healthy males (age: 21.83 ± 1.00 years) abstained from physical activity and caffeine for 12+ hours prior to a GXT. Three GXTs were performed (48+ hours between each trial) using a different randomized breathing condition (CB, OB, and NB). After a …

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Autophagy Is Required For Mtor-Mediated Anabolism In Skeletal Muscle, Patrick Ryan, Sean Stanelle, Megan Humphries, Colleen L. O'Reilly, Selina Uranga, Jessica M. Cardin, James D. Fluckey Feb 2023

Autophagy Is Required For Mtor-Mediated Anabolism In Skeletal Muscle, Patrick Ryan, Sean Stanelle, Megan Humphries, Colleen L. O'Reilly, Selina Uranga, Jessica M. Cardin, James D. Fluckey

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

PURPOSE: While much has been discovered about the role autophagy in protein degradation, recent evidence suggests that autophagy is required for muscular adaptations to exercise, hinting at a hitherto unknown cross-talk between autophagic proteolysis and muscle protein anabolism. Here, we set out to further elucidate the metabolic mechanisms by which autophagy may influence protein anabolism. METHODS: L6 myoblasts received either electrical pulse stimulation (EPS) to induce muscle contraction or were unstimulated to serve as controls, and were then treated with an inhibitor of the ATG4 enzyme which catalyzes the initial step of autophagy NSC185058 (NSC, 100 μM) or DMSO as …

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Body Composition And Blood Biomarkers Correlate With Muscle Strength And Anaerobic Performance, Enrique Rios, Giles J. Andrews Iii, Matthew P. Gonzalez, Emily Getreu, Andres Acuna, Natalia Taha, Kelly Cheever, Ciara Floyd, Sandor Dorgo, Tianou Zhang Feb 2023

Body Composition And Blood Biomarkers Correlate With Muscle Strength And Anaerobic Performance, Enrique Rios, Giles J. Andrews Iii, Matthew P. Gonzalez, Emily Getreu, Andres Acuna, Natalia Taha, Kelly Cheever, Ciara Floyd, Sandor Dorgo, Tianou Zhang

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Blood biomarkers and body composition are sensitive indicators to monitor and predict performance in the athletic population. The analysis of these markers can help monitor progression in athletes competing in aerobic and anaerobic sports; however, it is unclear which biomarkers are associated with muscle strength and anaerobic performance. PURPOSE: To explore the correlations of body composition and blood biomarkers with muscle strength and power tests of the countermovement jump (CMJ), broad jump (BJ), isometric mid-thigh pulls (IMTP), hand grip strength (HGS), and the Wingate anaerobic test. METHODS: This study recruited nine collegiate intramural sports club students (Height=171.43±10.05 cm, …

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Macronutrients For High And Low Injury Risk Collegiate Rodeo Athletes Compared To Recommended Dietary Allowances, Jessie Ramirez, Andy Wolfe, Bailee Cooper, Ruth Caddell Feb 2023

Macronutrients For High And Low Injury Risk Collegiate Rodeo Athletes Compared To Recommended Dietary Allowances, Jessie Ramirez, Andy Wolfe, Bailee Cooper, Ruth Caddell

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Rodeo is a high-intensity, intermittent sport in nature unlike popular American sports. The production of empirical research outlining the physical demands and ideal training methods connected to rodeo and improving performance has not matched the rate of growth the sport of rodeo has experienced. Particularly regarding nutritional recommendations, limited research explains nutrition and its role in injury prevention and the process of recovery in rodeo athletes. PURPOSE: The purpose was to investigate the differences of macronutrients between high risk and low risk of injury in rodeo athletes compared to recommended daily allowances (RDA). METHODS: College rodeo athletes from …

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Impacts Of Health Habits Through Fit5, Kathryn E. Willsey, Amber M. Chelette Feb 2023

Impacts Of Health Habits Through Fit5, Kathryn E. Willsey, Amber M. Chelette

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

PURPOSE: The Fit5 program was developed by the Special Olympics to help individuals with developmental disabilities make improvements in their health and fitness. The purpose of this study was to examine whether a 6 week program using the Fit5 resource could result in improvements in the physical activity and diet of ten adults with developmental disabilities. METHODS: The individuals were taken through a six-week program where for 45 minutes each week they would exercise according to the Fit5 information that they were provided. During each session, instructors would briefly talk about their diet. At the beginning and end …

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Stand More, Sit Less, For Better Metabolic Health, Jehu N. Apaflo Feb 2023

Stand More, Sit Less, For Better Metabolic Health, Jehu N. Apaflo

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Sedentary behaviors are associated with metabolic risks such as weight gain, high adiposity, and abdominal/visceral fat deposition. The American College of Sports Medicine recommends a minimum of 150 mins per week of moderate to vigorous physical activity for health benefits. Adherence, however, is poor due to the prolonged sitting hours required for most modern jobs and the excessive television viewing habits. Emerging studies show that interrupting long sitting hours with intermitted breaks of light activities attenuates the pernicious effects of sedentariness. While most studies and policy guidelines focus on physical activity interventions, there is a lack of data on the …

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Evaluation Of Body Fat Percentage With Vertical And Longitudinal Skinfolds, Christian J. Chang, Jose M. Moris, Vineet K. Paidisetty, Alexandra Blades, Ryan Curtis, Garett Petty, Yunsuk Koh Feb 2023

Evaluation Of Body Fat Percentage With Vertical And Longitudinal Skinfolds, Christian J. Chang, Jose M. Moris, Vineet K. Paidisetty, Alexandra Blades, Ryan Curtis, Garett Petty, Yunsuk Koh

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Subcutaneous fat content, as well as body fat percentage (BF%), can be effectively assessed using skinfold calipers. While skinfolds (SFs) are practical and easy to attain, their accuracy could be reduced if the SFs are not collected with the ideal fold orientation. PURPOSE: To determine if vertical or longitudinal SFs in the trunk area are better predictors of BF%. METHODS: A pool of thirty-eight male (21.29 ± 4.59 yrs, 15.68 ± 4.82 BF%) and twenty-two female (21.14 ± 4.05 yrs, 26.63 ± 5.34 BF%) participants completed the study. A dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry scan was utilized to assess BF%. …

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Sex, But Not Spontaneous Cardiovagal Baroreflex Sensitivity, Predicts Tolerance To Simulated Hemorrhage, Caitlin Jarrard, Joseph C. Watso, Zachary J. Mckenna, Josh Foster, Whitley C. Atkins, Mu Huang, Gilbert Moralez, Craig G. Crandall Feb 2023

Sex, But Not Spontaneous Cardiovagal Baroreflex Sensitivity, Predicts Tolerance To Simulated Hemorrhage, Caitlin Jarrard, Joseph C. Watso, Zachary J. Mckenna, Josh Foster, Whitley C. Atkins, Mu Huang, Gilbert Moralez, Craig G. Crandall

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Some, but not all studies, suggest that spontaneous cardiovagal baroreflex sensitivity (cBRS; i.e., autonomic control of heart rate) is lower in females. However, it is unknown whether cBRS values are associated with hemorrhagic tolerance, which has repeatedly been demonstrated to be lower in females. PURPOSE: Therefore, the purpose of this study was to test the hypothesis that resting spontaneous cBRS is lower in females and that cBRS is associated with differences in hemorrhagic tolerance between the sexes. METHODS: 25 females (age: 26 ± 6 years) and 27 males (age: 30 ± 5 years) completed a progressive lower-body negative pressure (LBNP …

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Relationships Between Anthropometric Variables And The Internal Carotid Blood Flow, Alexandra M. Blades, Jose M. Moris, Ryan Curtis, Christian J. Chang, Vineet K. Paidisetty, Garett Petty, Yunsuk Koh Feb 2023

Relationships Between Anthropometric Variables And The Internal Carotid Blood Flow, Alexandra M. Blades, Jose M. Moris, Ryan Curtis, Christian J. Chang, Vineet K. Paidisetty, Garett Petty, Yunsuk Koh

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Assessment of peak systolic velocity (PSV) of the internal carotid artery (ICA) is utilized to examine stroke-symptomatic individuals for ICA stenosis. While a sedentary lifestyle is a common risk factor for ICA stenosis, a deeper understanding of how body composition affects ICA blood flow could provide insights before symptoms appear. PURPOSE: To examine the relationship between ICA blood flow and body composition variables. METHODS: ICA blood flow was assessed in eight healthy males (21.88 ± 2.25 years) on three different days to control for possible diurnal variability that could affect blood flow. Participants abstained from caffeine and physical activity for …

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Describing Visceral Fat Via Girth And Skinfold Measurements, Ryan C. Curtis Jr., Jose M. Moris, Alexandra Blades, Christian J. Chang, Vineet K. Paidisetty, Garett Petty, Yunsuk Koh Feb 2023

Describing Visceral Fat Via Girth And Skinfold Measurements, Ryan C. Curtis Jr., Jose M. Moris, Alexandra Blades, Christian J. Chang, Vineet K. Paidisetty, Garett Petty, Yunsuk Koh

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

While girth ratios (GR), such as waist-to-height ratio (WHtR) and waist-to-hip ratio (WHR), and body fat percentage (BF%) have been widely used to describe visceral fat (VF), the applicability of skinfold (SF) measurements has been given less attention for the same purpose. PURPOSE: This study examined the associations between BF%, GR, SF, and VF. METHODS: Sixty healthy participants (38 males and 22 females, age = 21.23 ± 4.37 years, BMI = 24.87 ± 3.02 kg/m2, BF% = 19.70 ± 7.28%) participated in the study. Girth ratios, including WHtR and WHR, were assessed using a Gulick tape specifically at the level …

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The Prevalence Of Burnout And Musculoskeletal Disorders In Physician Associates Students, Maeve E. Gobeyn, Tal Amasay, Randi Cooperman, Vered Arbel, Michelle Etchebaster Feb 2023

The Prevalence Of Burnout And Musculoskeletal Disorders In Physician Associates Students, Maeve E. Gobeyn, Tal Amasay, Randi Cooperman, Vered Arbel, Michelle Etchebaster

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Physician Associate, formerly known as Physician Assistant, (PA) is a growing occupation that originated in the 1960s. Previous research focused on the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders and burnout in nursing, nursing students, PA, and ubiquitously assumed among many healthcare professionals; however, burnout and musculoskeletal disorders are under-researched in PA students. PURPOSE: To investigate the prevalence of burnout and musculoskeletal disorders in Physician Associate students. METHODS: This study was conducted at a private university in Florida. Twelve PA students participated in the study, nine females and three males (mean age 26.3 ± 1.8 years; mean height 166.6 ± 7.6 …

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Curcumin Mitigates Neuropathic-Induce Muscle Atrophy By Suppressing Camk2/Nf-Kb Pathway, Casey Appell, Nigel Jiwan, Chwan-Li Shen, Hui-Ying Luk Feb 2023

Curcumin Mitigates Neuropathic-Induce Muscle Atrophy By Suppressing Camk2/Nf-Kb Pathway, Casey Appell, Nigel Jiwan, Chwan-Li Shen, Hui-Ying Luk

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Neuropathy can induce inflammation that results in muscle atrophy. Curcumin has been shown to exert an anti-inflammatory effect, preserving muscle mass in diabetic rats. However, the mechanism of curcumin to preserve muscle mass in neuropathy is not known. PURPOSE: To examine the effect of curcumin on the intramuscular inflammation and muscle cross-sectional area (CSA) in a neuropathy rodent model. METHODS: Twelve rats were randomly assigned to three groups: sham (CON), spinal nerve ligation (SNL), and SNL+100curcumin/kg BW (100CUR). The right (R) lumbosacral section (i.e., L5/L6) of the spinal cord was ligated (SNL and 100CUR) or sham surgery (CON) was performed, …

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The Effect Of Heat Acclimatization And Heat Acclimation On Endurance Trained Athlete Substrate Utilization, Jacob T. Richardson, Yasuki Sekiguchi, Courteney L. Benjamin, Alan T. Ky, Douglas Casa Feb 2023

The Effect Of Heat Acclimatization And Heat Acclimation On Endurance Trained Athlete Substrate Utilization, Jacob T. Richardson, Yasuki Sekiguchi, Courteney L. Benjamin, Alan T. Ky, Douglas Casa

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Heat acclimatization (HAz) and Heat Acclimation (HA) are important strategies to induce thermoregulatory adaptations to mitigate negative impact of heat stress. However, despite improving endurance performance, few studies explore their impact on substrate utilization. PURPOSE: To investigate the effect of HAz and HA on endurance athlete substrate utilization during submaximal exercise in the heat. METHODS: Fourteen endurance-trained male athletes (mean ± SD; age, 33 ± 9 years; body mass, 70.9 ± 10.1 kg; height, 177.7 ± 6.4 cm; VO2max, 59.3 ± 7.4 ml·kg−1·min−1; % body fat, 8.5% ± 3.9%) participated in this …

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Effects Of Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation On Energy Expenditure And Oxygen Consumption, Victoria M. Rocha, Jehu Apaflo, Gabriel Narvaez, Ali Mossayebi, Joshua Labadah, Sudip Bajpeyi Feb 2023

Effects Of Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation On Energy Expenditure And Oxygen Consumption, Victoria M. Rocha, Jehu Apaflo, Gabriel Narvaez, Ali Mossayebi, Joshua Labadah, Sudip Bajpeyi

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Exercise is beneficial to improve metabolic diseases such as obesity and type 2 diabetes. Physical activity results in an increase in energy expenditure (EE) and oxygen consumption due to increased energy demand. Neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) is an alternative strategy to induce muscle contraction. Our previous work have shown that NMES induced muscle contraction can improve metabolic health in an overweight and obese population. However, it is not known whether NMES induced muscle contraction leads to greater energy expenditure. PUPROSE: To determine the effect of NMES induced muscle contraction on energy expenditure and oxygen consumption. METHODS: Eighteen sedentary overweight/obese men …

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The Effect Of Body Composition Methodology On Resulting Energy Availability Assessments, Madelin R. Siedler, Christian Rodriguez, Matthew T. Stratton, Patrick S. Harty, Dale Keith, Jacob Green, Jake Boykin, Sarah White, Abegale D. Williams, Gabrielle Dehaven, Grant M. Tinsley Feb 2023

The Effect Of Body Composition Methodology On Resulting Energy Availability Assessments, Madelin R. Siedler, Christian Rodriguez, Matthew T. Stratton, Patrick S. Harty, Dale Keith, Jacob Green, Jake Boykin, Sarah White, Abegale D. Williams, Gabrielle Dehaven, Grant M. Tinsley

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Energy availability (EA) is defined as the total daily energy available to an individual after accounting for that expended during exercise and standardized to fat-free mass (FFM). Generally, EA values less than 30 kcal/kg FFM/day are considered “low” and have been associated with deleterious effects on reproductive and hormonal health in females. However, it is unclear whether the method used to estimate FFM influences the resulting EA values to a degree that may affect interpretation and clinical decision-making. PURPOSE: To determine the effect of FFM values derived from various methods of body composition assessment on the resulting range and interpretation …

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The Influence Of Tabata And Energy Replenishment On Post-Exercise Metabolic Recovery: A Pilot Analysis, Tiffani Neuville, James Rowe Dr, Vivyan Gonzalez Feb 2023

The Influence Of Tabata And Energy Replenishment On Post-Exercise Metabolic Recovery: A Pilot Analysis, Tiffani Neuville, James Rowe Dr, Vivyan Gonzalez

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

PURPOSE: Compare post-exercise metabolic recovery of individuals who, to recover from Tabata, drink 1) water (W), 2) 100% carbohydrate (CHO), or 3) 65% - 35% protein-carbohydrate (PRO-CHO). METHODS: Participants were recreationally active individuals (n = 21) who performed Tabata (TB) in the form of 1) full body calisthenics (FB) and 2) treadmill running (TR). Participants were randomly assigned to complete TB either with W (n=7), CHO (n=7), or PRO-CHO (n=7). Participants completed each of the three bouts in randomized order on three separate days. One bout involved sitting with no energy replenishment (rest). A second bout had the participants …

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Electrical Stimulation While Resistance Training Leads To Greater Gains In Muscle Mass And Strength, Gabriel Narvaez, Jehu Apaflo, Amy Wagler, Sudip Bajpeyi Feb 2023

Electrical Stimulation While Resistance Training Leads To Greater Gains In Muscle Mass And Strength, Gabriel Narvaez, Jehu Apaflo, Amy Wagler, Sudip Bajpeyi

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Resistance training (RT) has long been shown to increase muscle strength and muscle mass and is widely recommended for people of all ages and ability levels. Neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) is an involuntary mode of inducing muscle contractions that has been used to prevent muscle immobility, weakness, strength loss, and muscle loss in rehabilitative settings. However, the additive effects of NMES and RT are not well established. PURPOSE:. To determine if superimposing neuromuscular electrical stimulation during a resistance training intervention elicits greater gains in muscle strength and/or muscle mass than resistance training being performed alone. METHODS: An electronic …

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The Influence Of Different Modes Of Tabata On Post-Exercise Metabolic Recovery, Leroy K. Bolden, Vivyan Gonzalez, Tiffani Neuville, James Rowe Feb 2023

The Influence Of Different Modes Of Tabata On Post-Exercise Metabolic Recovery, Leroy K. Bolden, Vivyan Gonzalez, Tiffani Neuville, James Rowe

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

PURPOSE: Evaluate post-exercise metabolic recovery of individuals who perform Tabata as 1) full body calisthenics (FB) and 2) treadmill running (TR) and compare those responses to when no exercise is performed (rest). METHODS: Recreationally active men (M) (n=9) and women (W) (n=16) (age=22.1±1.8yrs; body mass=70.2± 14.0 kg; body fat%=28.9±6.9; BMI=24.2±3.8) performed each of 3 bouts on separate days with at least 7 days in between each bout. Rest consisted of sitting quietly for 25 minutes. FB was performing 25 minutes of repeated cycles of body calisthenics at vigorous effort for 20 seconds followed with 10 seconds of rest. TR involved …

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Obesity Contributes To An Attenuated Spontaneous Baroreflex Sensitivity In Ucd-Type 2 Diabetic Rats, Milena Samora, Yu Huo, Richard K. Mcculler, Suchit Chidurala, James Graham, Kimber L. Stanhope, Peter J. Havel D.V.M., Ph.D., Audrey J. Stone, Michelle L. Harrison Feb 2023

Obesity Contributes To An Attenuated Spontaneous Baroreflex Sensitivity In Ucd-Type 2 Diabetic Rats, Milena Samora, Yu Huo, Richard K. Mcculler, Suchit Chidurala, James Graham, Kimber L. Stanhope, Peter J. Havel D.V.M., Ph.D., Audrey J. Stone, Michelle L. Harrison

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Previous studies suggest impaired baroreflex function in individuals with type 2 diabetes (T2D), which is critically important since it leads to an increased risk for adverse cardiovascular events. Currently, the underlying mechanisms remain poorly understood. The baroreflex, essential for maintaining blood pressure homeostasis, can also be influenced by several risk factors, one of which is obesity. Obesity has been shown to markedly decrease baroreflex sensitivity (BRS) in non-diabetic individuals, and given that the majority of T2D patients are obese, it is likely that impairment in baroreflex function in T2D is mainly driven by obesity. PURPOSE: To investigate the effects …

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Impact Of Habitual Water Intake On Muscle Quality And Total Body Water-A Pilot Study, Kelly B. Elliott, Alan T. Ky, Casey Appell, Ryan Dunn, Nigel Jiwan, Cherish Dunlap, Ganesh C. Tallam, Hui-Ying Luk, Yasuki Sekiguchi Feb 2023

Impact Of Habitual Water Intake On Muscle Quality And Total Body Water-A Pilot Study, Kelly B. Elliott, Alan T. Ky, Casey Appell, Ryan Dunn, Nigel Jiwan, Cherish Dunlap, Ganesh C. Tallam, Hui-Ying Luk, Yasuki Sekiguchi

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Proper hydration is essential for critical health and performance functions, such as muscle function and body fluid balance. The effect of acute hydration status has been studied on health and muscle performance; however, the effect of habitual water intake on muscle quality and total body water between high and low consumption has not been examined. PURPOSE: To determine the impact of habitual water intake on muscle quality and total body water. METHODS: Eleven women (age: 27.6±7.9 years; mass: 60.3±10.8 kg) provided a five-day dietary food log to categorize them into HIGH or LOW daily total water intake (TWI). …

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Postprandial And Fasting Lipopolysaccharide Levels In Healthy Hispanic Residents Of Southeast Texas With Positive Family History Of Type 2 Diabetes, Amanda J. Wheeler, Yu Lun Tai, Smaran Marupudi, Ryan D. Russell Feb 2023

Postprandial And Fasting Lipopolysaccharide Levels In Healthy Hispanic Residents Of Southeast Texas With Positive Family History Of Type 2 Diabetes, Amanda J. Wheeler, Yu Lun Tai, Smaran Marupudi, Ryan D. Russell

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

PURPOSE: Healthy people with a family history (FH+) of type 2 diabetes (T2D) display impaired metabolic and microvascular function prior to glucose intolerance, and are at greater risk for developing T2D. While mechanisms to explain this disparity are lacking, it is possible that intestinal permeability plays a role, as it is also linked with insulin resistance, glucose intolerance, and chronic inflammation. Lipopolysaccharides (LPS) act as an outer membrane component of gram-negative bacteria in intestines and play a role in inflammation and chronic disease when in circulation, thus serving as a surrogate measure of intestinal permeability. However, the link between FH+ …

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The Effect Of Geranylgeraniol On Satellite Cells Myogenic State In Type 2 Diabetic Rats, Nigel C. Jiwan, Casey R. Appell, Raoul Sterling, Chwan-Li Shen, Hui-Ying Luk Feb 2023

The Effect Of Geranylgeraniol On Satellite Cells Myogenic State In Type 2 Diabetic Rats, Nigel C. Jiwan, Casey R. Appell, Raoul Sterling, Chwan-Li Shen, Hui-Ying Luk

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) is associated with chronic inflammation, which can contribute to impaired satellite cells (SC) myogenic state that may result in muscle atrophy. Geranylgeraniol (GGOH) has shown to prevent muscle atrophy, reduce inflammatory markers, and increase SC content; however, the effect of GGOH on SC myogenic state in T2D rats is not known. PURPOSE: To examine the effects of GGOH on SC myogenic state and muscle cross-sectional area (CSA) in T2D rats. METHODS: 21 Sprague-Dawley rats were fed a control diet (CON; n=7), a high-fat diet with 35 mg/kg of streptozotocin (HFD; n=7), and HFD with 800mg/kg …

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Randomized Pilot Study Examining The Impact Of An Online, Non-Restrictive Diet Among Working Adults, Diana Kolb, Stephanie Silveira Dr., Ec Synkowski Feb 2023

Randomized Pilot Study Examining The Impact Of An Online, Non-Restrictive Diet Among Working Adults, Diana Kolb, Stephanie Silveira Dr., Ec Synkowski

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

There is a growing interest in health promotion emphasizing diet quality, specifically increased intake of fruits and vegetables, as a more effective approach for improving health outcomes. Recent studies examined ways to decrease fatigue in the workplace, some showing improved diet quality helps performance in the work environment. PURPOSE: This randomized pilot study aimed to test an online, non-restrictive diet among a sample of full-time employees at the University of North Texas. The primary research question asked if the diet program improved general health indicators: body fat percentage(BF%), body weight, and waist circumference(WC). METHODS: Twenty-three participants were randomized …

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Gendered Dietary Supplements: Does The Marketing Reflect Different Formulations?, Alexandra P. Brojanac, Grant M. Tinsley, Madelin R. Siedler Feb 2023

Gendered Dietary Supplements: Does The Marketing Reflect Different Formulations?, Alexandra P. Brojanac, Grant M. Tinsley, Madelin R. Siedler

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Many dietary supplements are marketed with gendered terms, such as “for her” and “for him.” However, whether these statements reflect different nutrient contents of products and a biological basis has not been systematically examined. PURPOSE: The purpose of this analysis was to compare the micronutrient content of dietary supplements that are sold in separate forms based on gendered marketing. METHODS: The National Institutes of Health Dietary Supplements Label Database (DSLD) was searched using gendered terms, such as “hers,” “her,” “women,” “his,” “him,” and “men.” Eighty-nine pairs of micronutrient-containing products that were commercially available as a women’s version and a men’s …

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