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Impact Of Local Wellness Policies On District Level Physical Activities, Minh Le, Hoang K. Dao, Mia Putnam, Jacob Szeszulski Feb 2024

Impact Of Local Wellness Policies On District Level Physical Activities, Minh Le, Hoang K. Dao, Mia Putnam, Jacob Szeszulski

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Local wellness policies (LWPs) are state required documents that outline school districts’ goals for improving the physical activity of their students. In Texas, most districts use a template for developing their LWP, which has seven prespecified goals that districts may include or further expand upon to include additional goals. PURPOSE: Determine if physical activity components of districts’ LWPs were related to practices within the district. METHODS: LWPs published by public school districts in Texas were collected from district websites, analyzed for content related to physical activity, and assessed to determine if the district text matched the template. Then, responses were …

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Healthy School Recognized Campus’ Impact On Middle School Children’S Physical Activity Levels And Cardiovascular Fitness, Hoang Dao, Minh Le, Paula Butler, Mia Putnam, Allyson Schaefers, Jacob Szeszulski Feb 2024

Healthy School Recognized Campus’ Impact On Middle School Children’S Physical Activity Levels And Cardiovascular Fitness, Hoang Dao, Minh Le, Paula Butler, Mia Putnam, Allyson Schaefers, Jacob Szeszulski

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Most current research is focused on the effectiveness of a single physical activity intervention. Healthy School Recognized Campus (HSRC) is a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension initiative that promotes the delivery of multiple physical activity and nutrition programs on a school campus, such as Walk Across Texas. PURPOSE: This study aims to determine whether HSRC will improve cardiovascular fitness and increase physical activity among middle school students. METHODS: Students completed the Youth Activity Profile (YAP) survey to assess the amount of time that students spent engaging in physical activity (during school, outside of school, on weekends) and sedentary behaviors, the …

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Gastrocnemius Mass Is Lower 28 Days After Recovery From A Cycle Of Cisplatin In Mice, Marc Magaña, Jaden Wells, Carla Nascimento, Cory Dungan, Michael P. Wiggs Feb 2024

Gastrocnemius Mass Is Lower 28 Days After Recovery From A Cycle Of Cisplatin In Mice, Marc Magaña, Jaden Wells, Carla Nascimento, Cory Dungan, Michael P. Wiggs

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Platinum-based chemotherapeutic agents, such as cisplatin, are widely employed as a primary treatment modality for various cancer types. Despite their efficacy, cisplatin's mechanism of action involves inducing DNA damage in cells, leading to pronounced acute and long-term side effects. One well established side effect is rapid loss in muscle mass. However, very little is known about the long-term effects of chemotherapy treatment on muscle size. PURPOSE: of this study was to analyze the long-term effects of cisplatin on muscle mass recovery. We hypothesized that cisplatin would have a negative long-term effect on muscle recovery. METHODS: 5-6 month-old CD2F1 mice …

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Sublingual Sufentanil Attenuates Perceived Pain, But Not Blood Pressure Responses, During A Cold Pressor Test, Caitlin P. Jarrard, Zachary J. Mckenna, Whitley C. Atkins, Josh Foster, Joseph C. Watso, Craig G. Crandall Feb 2024

Sublingual Sufentanil Attenuates Perceived Pain, But Not Blood Pressure Responses, During A Cold Pressor Test, Caitlin P. Jarrard, Zachary J. Mckenna, Whitley C. Atkins, Josh Foster, Joseph C. Watso, Craig G. Crandall

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Sublingual sufentanil was developed to reduce pain following a traumatic injury in the field (e.g., battlefield). However, it is unknown whether an analgesic dose of sufentanil affects cardiovascular responses to a painful stimulus in humans. PURPOSE: We tested the hypothesis that sublingual sufentanil blunts pain perception and the accompanying cardiovascular responses during a cold pressor test (CPT). METHODS: Twenty-nine adults, 15 males and 14 females (age: 29 ± 5 years, body mass: 74 ± 8 kg, body mass index: 25 ± 2 kg/m2) participated in this double-blind, randomized, crossover, placebo-controlled trial. Following sublingual administration of sufentanil (30 µg) …

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Short-Term Cd8+ T Cell Depletion Results In Blunted Liver Inflammation In Old Mice, Konner J. Terrebonne, David J. Buckley, Blessy Joseph, Sunita Sharma, Daniel W. Trott Feb 2024

Short-Term Cd8+ T Cell Depletion Results In Blunted Liver Inflammation In Old Mice, Konner J. Terrebonne, David J. Buckley, Blessy Joseph, Sunita Sharma, Daniel W. Trott

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Advanced age is associated with an increase in basal inflammation of the organs. Previously we have found that T cells accumulate in the liver of old mice. A large proportion of these cells are CD8+ and produce inflammatory cytokines. We have previously demonstrated that CD8+ T cell depletion results in improved glucose tolerance in old mice. However, the mechanisms by which CD8+ depletion improves glucose tolerance is unclear. Therefore, we sought to determine whether pharmacologic CD8+ depletion would result in decreased liver specific inflammation in old mice compared to their old CD8+ intact counterparts. PURPOSE: To test the hypothesis …

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The Association And Ability Of Mental Toughness To Predict Cardiorespiratory Fitness In The General Population: A Pilot Study, Adam Crone, Tomas Chapman-Lopez, Ricardo Torres, Meena Meiyyappan, Leroy Bolden, Andreas Stamatis Dr., Jeff S. Forsse Feb 2024

The Association And Ability Of Mental Toughness To Predict Cardiorespiratory Fitness In The General Population: A Pilot Study, Adam Crone, Tomas Chapman-Lopez, Ricardo Torres, Meena Meiyyappan, Leroy Bolden, Andreas Stamatis Dr., Jeff S. Forsse

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Mental toughness (MT) is associated with performative contexts as the defining attribute that enables individuals to thrive in demanding situations. MT has been linked to varying physiological outcomes in various populations. Cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) is likewise associated with health and performance outcomes; thereby, assessing CRF remains a vital metric for assessing aerobic performance. What remains unexplored is the relationship between MT and CFT and whether MT can be used as an additional metric to determine CRF. PURPOSE: To determine if MT scores are able to predict CRF levels as indicated by VO2 values. METHODS: Fifty individuals (n = 50, Males …

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Differences In Skeletal Muscle Oxygenation Of Vastus Laterals And Gastrocnemius During Exhaustive Exercise, Kaitlyn Gingell, Ricardo Torres, Jordan Ledington, Leroy Bolden, Tomas Chapman-Lopez, Dylan Willburn, Meena Meiyyappan, Adam Crone, Panagiotis Koutakis, Jeff S. Forsse Feb 2024

Differences In Skeletal Muscle Oxygenation Of Vastus Laterals And Gastrocnemius During Exhaustive Exercise, Kaitlyn Gingell, Ricardo Torres, Jordan Ledington, Leroy Bolden, Tomas Chapman-Lopez, Dylan Willburn, Meena Meiyyappan, Adam Crone, Panagiotis Koutakis, Jeff S. Forsse

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Maximal oxygen uptake (VO2 Max) is utilized to assess cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) and performance in various populations. Although VO2max is the gold standard for assessing aerobic performance and CRF, the accessibility, time, and cost are limiting factors for frequent evaluation. Recently, skeletal muscle oxygen saturation (SmO2) has been utilized to characterize the amount of oxygen available in skeletal muscle tissue and the efficiency of oxygen uptake and to serve as an alternative metric to assess CRF. However, minimal research has been conducted to observe the difference in SmO2 location placement between the vastus laterals (VL) and gastrocnemius (GS) during exhaustive …

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The Effects Of Different Prolonged Aerobic Exercise Modalities On Physiological Components Of Cardiovascular Drift, Ricardo Torres, Leroy Bolden, Tomas Chapman-Lopez, Jordan Ledington, Meena Meiyyappan, Kaitlyn Gingell, Adam Crone, Brian Leutholtz, Jeff S. Forsse Feb 2024

The Effects Of Different Prolonged Aerobic Exercise Modalities On Physiological Components Of Cardiovascular Drift, Ricardo Torres, Leroy Bolden, Tomas Chapman-Lopez, Jordan Ledington, Meena Meiyyappan, Kaitlyn Gingell, Adam Crone, Brian Leutholtz, Jeff S. Forsse

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Cardiovascular Drift (CD) is a physiological phenomenon in which heart rate and VO2 increase in order to maintain cardiac output as the exercise intensity remains the same. Current understanding of CD indicates that CD is caused by a loss of fluids in combination with a reduced ventricular filling time. Different exercise modalities, such as steady state exercise (SSE) and high intensity interval exercise (HIIE) stress the cardiovascular system differently and cause different adaptations. Currently, no research has been conducted observing components (VO2, HR, and RER) of CD in SSE and HIIE. PURPOSE: To determine if HIIE or SSE alters …

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The Effect Of Menstrual Phases On Salivary Markers Of Stress And Body Composition, Josey Walker, Nathan Sutton, Matthew J. Mcallister Feb 2024

The Effect Of Menstrual Phases On Salivary Markers Of Stress And Body Composition, Josey Walker, Nathan Sutton, Matthew J. Mcallister

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Women have been historically excluded in physiology research due to the assumption that the menstrual cycles influence physiological biomarkers. Research has shown that cortisol concentrations are higher during the follicular phase compared to the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle. In addition, morning cortisol concentrations have been shown to be significantly higher in the morning compared to evening. However, salivary a-amylase (sAA) and secretory immunoglobin-A (SIg-A) have not been researched across the menstrual cycle. sAA is an indicator of sympathetic nervous system activation and is sensitive to acute stress. SIg-A is an antibody that is also an indicator of chronic …

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Enhancing Mental Toughness In Dancers: An Intervention Study With Longitudinal Analysis And Clustering Approaches, Zoe Beck, Logan Lefke, Grant Morgan, Andreas Stamatis Feb 2024

Enhancing Mental Toughness In Dancers: An Intervention Study With Longitudinal Analysis And Clustering Approaches, Zoe Beck, Logan Lefke, Grant Morgan, Andreas Stamatis

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Mental toughness (MT), a psychological construct, is pivotal in achieving peak athletic performance. The literature on MT, predominantly observational in nature, remains notably limited within the realm of dance. PURPOSE: To understand the impact of an MT intervention on dancers by examining score changes over time and identifying distinct response patterns through clustering. METHODS: Female athletes (N = 39; Mage = 19.86, SD = 1.21) participated in a structured intervention designed to enhance MT, with scores collected before the intervention, after, and at a 6-week follow-up. MT scores were collected using the Mental Toughness Index …

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Nutrition Able: A Lecture-Based Intervention To Promote Nutritional Literacy About Protein Intake In Women, Jeffery Bolte, Alejandra Garcia, Jacob Abalos, Jakson Johnson, Alex Joyce, Christopher Hinds, Jared Tuttle, Jeff Svec Feb 2024

Nutrition Able: A Lecture-Based Intervention To Promote Nutritional Literacy About Protein Intake In Women, Jeffery Bolte, Alejandra Garcia, Jacob Abalos, Jakson Johnson, Alex Joyce, Christopher Hinds, Jared Tuttle, Jeff Svec

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Sport performance is influenced by sport-specific requirements for body composition. One major predictor of body composition is protein intake. Higher protein intake tends to cause leaner body composition relative to lower protein intake, especially during caloric deficit. In Bexar County, ~72% of the adult population is overweight/obese and 15.5% are diabetic. This suggests that high protein diet could be a high leverage option in the San Antonio population for optimizing body composition for sport performance. Furthermore, late life sporting activity and protein intake is a primary method for mitigating sarcopenia, osteoporosis, fractures, and accidental death in post-menopausal women. PURPOSE: …

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The Transient Influence Of Acute Bouts Of Aerobic Exercise On Vitamind Concentrations In Moderate Stages Of Chronic Kidney Disease, Meena Meiyyappan, Leroy Bolden, Tomas Chapman-Lopez, Ricardo Torres, James K. Taylor, Keri Collins, Crawford Allison, Panagiotis Koutakis, Jeff S. Forsse Feb 2024

The Transient Influence Of Acute Bouts Of Aerobic Exercise On Vitamind Concentrations In Moderate Stages Of Chronic Kidney Disease, Meena Meiyyappan, Leroy Bolden, Tomas Chapman-Lopez, Ricardo Torres, James K. Taylor, Keri Collins, Crawford Allison, Panagiotis Koutakis, Jeff S. Forsse

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a gradual loss of renal filtration and has been shown to be associated with lower levels of vitamin D (Vit-D). Vit-D is highly synthesized in the kidneys and is linked to multiple health conditions. Aerobic exercise of differing intensity and modality has shown potential in acutely improving Vit-D concentration in healthy and diseased populations. Purpose: To determine the influence of acute bouts of high-intensity interval exercise (HIIE) and steady-state exercise (SSE) on Vit-D concentrations in individuals with moderate stages of CKD. Methods: A total of 13 participants (n = 7 women; n = 6 men; …

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Validity Of Body Volume Estimates From A Smartphone 3-Dimensional Scanning Application, Ethan G. Tinoco, Christian Rodriguez, Madelin R. Siedler, Christian Lavalle, Christine M. Florez, Sarah White, Alexandra Brojanac, Jaylynn Rasco, Gabrielle Dehaven, Grant M. Tinsley Feb 2024

Validity Of Body Volume Estimates From A Smartphone 3-Dimensional Scanning Application, Ethan G. Tinoco, Christian Rodriguez, Madelin R. Siedler, Christian Lavalle, Christine M. Florez, Sarah White, Alexandra Brojanac, Jaylynn Rasco, Gabrielle Dehaven, Grant M. Tinsley

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Body volume (BV) indicates the total 3-dimensional (3D) space an individual occupies. BV is either used alongside body mass in density-based two-compartment models or in conjunction with other body components in multi-compartment models to estimate body composition (BC). BV estimates are typically produced by costly laboratory methods, such as hydrostatic weighing or air-displacement plethysmography (ADP). However, more accessible options are emerging. Smartphone-based 3D scanning uses the phone’s built-in camera to provide a BV estimate in a time-efficient and cost-effective manner. However, few investigations have validated this method against an accepted laboratory technique. PURPOSE: To determine the validity of BV from …

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The Influence Of Smoothness And Speed Of Stand-To-Sit Movement On Joint Kinematics And Kinetics During Stand-To-Sit, Daniel Cabrera, Kathryn Smith Feb 2024

The Influence Of Smoothness And Speed Of Stand-To-Sit Movement On Joint Kinematics And Kinetics During Stand-To-Sit, Daniel Cabrera, Kathryn Smith

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Stand-to-sit (StandTS) is a crucial daily activity commonly used in rehabilitation settings to improve strength, postural stability, and mobility. Modifications in the movement smoothness and speed significantly influence the kinematics and kinetics of this movement. For example, rough and rapid movements result in dynamic changes in joint angles and force production patterns from each joint. Therefore, understanding the impact of speed and smoothness in StandTS movement on kinematics and kinetics can provide valuable insights for designing effective and tailored rehabilitation training programs. PURPOSE: To examine the impact of smoothness and speed in StandTS movements on joint kinematics, kinetics, and …

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Characterization Of Physical And Cognitive Performance And Hydration In Older Adults, Corey Lawrence, Casey R. Appell, Nigel C. Jiwan, Jarrod Blinch, Alan T. Ky, Ruben M. Moya, Cherish A. Keeney, Yasuki Sekiguchi, Hui-Ying Luk Feb 2024

Characterization Of Physical And Cognitive Performance And Hydration In Older Adults, Corey Lawrence, Casey R. Appell, Nigel C. Jiwan, Jarrod Blinch, Alan T. Ky, Ruben M. Moya, Cherish A. Keeney, Yasuki Sekiguchi, Hui-Ying Luk

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

In younger adults, dehydration has been shown to impair physical and cognitive performance. Older adults are habitually hypohydrated alongside experiencing physical and cognitive performance deficits. Despite these deficits, the link between these factors remains unexplored. Purpose: To examine the effect of hydration status on physical and cognitive performance in older adults. Methods: Sixteen (5 men and 11 women) community-dwelling adults (74±7yr; 78.2±15.0kg; 161±11cm) completed measurements of hydration status (urine specific gravity [USG], urine color), bioelectrical impedance analysis (lean mass, fat mass, total body fluid, intracellular to extracellular fluid ratio [ICF: ECF]), blood pressure, physical performance (handgrip strength test, sit-to-stand test, …

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Hemodynamic Differentials Between Sexes After Different Orders Of Upper- And Lower-Body Resistance Exercise, Alissa Olvera, Ryan D. Russell, Andrea Toledo, Abigail Gomez, Sophia Moreno, Yu Lun Tai Feb 2024

Hemodynamic Differentials Between Sexes After Different Orders Of Upper- And Lower-Body Resistance Exercise, Alissa Olvera, Ryan D. Russell, Andrea Toledo, Abigail Gomez, Sophia Moreno, Yu Lun Tai

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Diversifying upper- and lower-body resistance exercise (RE) sequences has been demonstrated to elicit various hemodynamic responses. However, the effects of various upper- and lower-body RE orders on hemodynamics between sexes remains unexplored. PURPOSE: To assess how the sequence of upper- and lower-body resistance exercises impacts hemodynamics between sexes. METHODS: Eleven men and ten women (23±3 vs. 22±2 years old) volunteered the study. Hemodynamic measurements, including mean arterial pressure (MAP), heart rate (HR), stroke volume (SV), cardiac output (CO), and total peripheral resistance (TPR) were assessed at rest, 15-20 (R1), and 25-30 (R2) minutes after either upper- and lower-body RE (UL) …

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Effects Of Menstrual Cycle Phase On Cold Pressor Test Responses, Zachary R. Oldham, Caitlin P. Jarrard, Craig G. Crandall Feb 2024

Effects Of Menstrual Cycle Phase On Cold Pressor Test Responses, Zachary R. Oldham, Caitlin P. Jarrard, Craig G. Crandall

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Previous research has demonstrated women in the luteal phase have a greater time to pain threshold with similar cardiovascular responses during a cold pressor test (CPT), however, not all studies have confirmed these findings. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to test the hypothesis that during a CPT, perceived pain will be lower in females in the luteal phase, with no difference in the accompanying cardiovascular or autonomic responses to that CPT between menstrual cycle phases. METHODS: Thirty healthy women, 15 in the follicular phase of the menstrual cycle (age: 27 ± 5 yrs, body mass: 73 …

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Does 24-48 Or 48-96 Promote Better Rem Sleep Within Firefighters?, Ernesto Balderrama Jr, Raquel J. Cavazos, Cheyenne Martinez, Bryan G. Meek, Hussien K. Jabai, Vipa Bernhardt, Michael D. Oldham Feb 2024

Does 24-48 Or 48-96 Promote Better Rem Sleep Within Firefighters?, Ernesto Balderrama Jr, Raquel J. Cavazos, Cheyenne Martinez, Bryan G. Meek, Hussien K. Jabai, Vipa Bernhardt, Michael D. Oldham

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

A firefighter’s work schedule can be very demanding regardless if they work 24 hours followed by a 48-hour time off schedule or a 48-hour on followed by a 96-hour time off. Rapid Eye Movement (REM) sleep could be the deciding factor of how well a firefighter can perform following a certain work schedule. REM sleep is associated with the mental activity of dreaming; an individual averages 20-25% REM sleep of their total sleep time (Carskadon & Dement, 2005). REM is important for recovery because it can impact cognitive functions such as impulse control and decision making (Brunet, et al, 2020). …

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Role Of Stimulation Intensity On Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation Induced Changes In Energy Expenditure And Respiratory Quotient, Ulices Villalobos, Jehu N. Apaflo, Gabriel Narvaez, Joshua Labadah, Irene John Tomy, Sudip Bajpeyi Feb 2024

Role Of Stimulation Intensity On Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation Induced Changes In Energy Expenditure And Respiratory Quotient, Ulices Villalobos, Jehu N. Apaflo, Gabriel Narvaez, Joshua Labadah, Irene John Tomy, Sudip Bajpeyi

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES) is an alternative technique to stimulate muscle contraction for people who are unmotivated or experiencing physical impairments that prevent them from performing exercise. Previous studies have shown that the use of NMES-induced muscle contraction can increase energy expenditure (EE) and glucose utilization. However, it is unclear if the intensity of the NMES plays a role in the change in EE and glucose utilization. PURPOSE: To determine the effect of NMES intensity on NMES-induced changes in energy expenditure (EE) and whole-body substrate utilization. METHODS: Thirty-six sedentary overweight /obese men (n=15) and women (n=21) participated in …

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Gender Differences In Incremental Force Production Accuracy Following A 3-, 6-, Or 12-Week Strength Training Course, Samantha S. Dardaman, Keely N. Hayden, Hunter P. Williams, Scott B. Martin Feb 2024

Gender Differences In Incremental Force Production Accuracy Following A 3-, 6-, Or 12-Week Strength Training Course, Samantha S. Dardaman, Keely N. Hayden, Hunter P. Williams, Scott B. Martin

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Subjective muscular force production is a commonly used psychophysiological method in resistance training and physical rehabilitation. However, limited research is available regarding whether differences exist in match-force production accuracy between male and female adults. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to examine the gender differences in perceived force production accuracy following participation in a strength training course. METHODS: Participants (20 males, 26 females) were sampled from an undergraduate strength training course. Using a hand-grip dynamometer, maximal and incremental force production measurements were collected with the participants in a seated position with their dominant forearm resting on a …

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Thirty Minutes Of Electrical Muscle Stimulation Improves Glycemic Control, Jehu N. Apaflo, Irene John Tomy, Gabriel Narvaez, Joshua Labadah, Ulices Villalobos, Sudip Bajpeyi Feb 2024

Thirty Minutes Of Electrical Muscle Stimulation Improves Glycemic Control, Jehu N. Apaflo, Irene John Tomy, Gabriel Narvaez, Joshua Labadah, Ulices Villalobos, Sudip Bajpeyi

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Electrical muscle stimulation is a suitable skeletal muscle contraction modality for people with physical functional disabilities and other sedentary individuals. While the extensive use of this technique has focused primarily on muscle strengthening and regeneration during rehabilitation, there is an increasing research interest to explore its potential to improve other metabolic health parameters similar to the benefits of conventional exercise. PURPOSE: This study aims to determine the effect of acute electrical stimulation on glycemic control in a predominantly Hispanic population. METHODS: Thirty-one participants (Males: 10; Females: 21; BMI: 33.3 ± 7.1 kg/m2; Age: 35.1 ± 12.0 …

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The Influence Of Initial Foot Position During Stand To Sit On Trunk And Knee Joint Movement Control, William V. Erlandson, Linda Steele Feb 2024

The Influence Of Initial Foot Position During Stand To Sit On Trunk And Knee Joint Movement Control, William V. Erlandson, Linda Steele

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

During StandTS, trunk flexion and knee extensor eccentric control are two key factors influencing descending balance control of StandTS movement- trunk flexion plays an important role in controlling the vertical downward acceleration of the center of mass, while knee extensor eccentric control is essential for arresting the falling momentum to ensure a stable and safe landing. Since the initial foot position (IFP) is an important factor that can improve sit-to-stand (STS) performance by modifying STS kinematics and kinetics during the uprising phase, we explored the effects of IFPs on StandTS. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to examine the …

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Analyzing Sex Differences And The Dose-Response Relationship Between Aerobic Exercise And Cognitive Processing Speed In Young Active Adults, Jamie A. Ambriz, Amber M. Shipherd, Desmond J. Millender, Christopher M. Hearon Feb 2024

Analyzing Sex Differences And The Dose-Response Relationship Between Aerobic Exercise And Cognitive Processing Speed In Young Active Adults, Jamie A. Ambriz, Amber M. Shipherd, Desmond J. Millender, Christopher M. Hearon

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Available research has identified a positive relationship between 10 minutes of aerobic exercise and improvements in cognitive processing speed (CPS) in young adults, although participant activity level was unclear Additionally, research indicates possible sex differences concerning exercise and CPS, defined as the rate in which human beings take in information and generate a response. PURPOSE: To investigate the potential effects of aerobic exercise bout length on cognitive processing speed in active adults. A secondary aim was to explore differences in CPS and aerobic exercise bout length between sexes. METHODS: Male (n=6) and female (n=6) participants who were …

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Influence Of Evening Binge Alcohol Consumption On Sympathetic Transduction, Tatiana X. Solis Montenegro, Stephen Bender, Jennifer R. Bigalke, Jeremy A. Bigalke, Jason R. Carter Feb 2024

Influence Of Evening Binge Alcohol Consumption On Sympathetic Transduction, Tatiana X. Solis Montenegro, Stephen Bender, Jennifer R. Bigalke, Jeremy A. Bigalke, Jason R. Carter

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Evening alcohol consumption elicits an exaggerated increase in morning-after sympathoexcitation and heart rate, yet the effects of evening binge drinking on neural-cardiovascular coupling the morning after alcohol remain unknown. PURPOSE: The present study aimed to investigate the effects of evening binge alcohol consumption on sympathetic vascular transduction by examining blood pressure following bursts of muscle sympathetic nerve activity (MSNA). We hypothesized that evening alcohol would exaggerate morning-after blood pressure response to MSNA. METHODS: Twenty-nine healthy participants (14 men, 15 women; 28 2 yrs; 27 1 kg/m2) underwent a two-condition, randomized crossover design (i.e. alcohol drinking vs. …

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The Relationship Between Planar Biomechanical Adherence In Male Basketball And Football Players, Cheyenne Martinez, Raquel J. Cavazos, Francesca Aquilino, Chaehyun Byun, Ernesto Balderrama, Shelby Gerner, Austin Riffe, Vipa Bernhardt, Michael D. Oldham Feb 2024

The Relationship Between Planar Biomechanical Adherence In Male Basketball And Football Players, Cheyenne Martinez, Raquel J. Cavazos, Francesca Aquilino, Chaehyun Byun, Ernesto Balderrama, Shelby Gerner, Austin Riffe, Vipa Bernhardt, Michael D. Oldham

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Performance can be measured in quantity and quality; quantity is the range of motion that the athlete was able to perform, quality is how well the movement was performed. Quality is greater motor control in movement pattern adherence and less compensating motor patterns. Koźlenia and Domaradzki (2021) reported that developing high-quality movement patterns may reduce risk of injury in athletes. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to compare quantity and quality in Division I collegiate basketball players (BB), and Division I collegiate wide receivers (WR). METHODS: Participants were male collegiate BB (n =15, 21 ± 1.2 yrs., …

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Fitness Correlates To Firefighter Job Tasks, Chaehyun Byun, Francesca Aquilino, Ernesto Balderrama, Raquel J. Cavazos, Shelby Gerner, Cheyenne Martinez, Austin Riffe, Vipa Bernhardt, Michael D. Oldham, Hussien K. Jabai Feb 2024

Fitness Correlates To Firefighter Job Tasks, Chaehyun Byun, Francesca Aquilino, Ernesto Balderrama, Raquel J. Cavazos, Shelby Gerner, Cheyenne Martinez, Austin Riffe, Vipa Bernhardt, Michael D. Oldham, Hussien K. Jabai

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Firefighters have their focus on rescuing and responding in any emergency and fire situations (Antolini, 2015). The demand for firefighting includes a need for both aerobic and anaerobic fitness, along with muscular strength, endurance, explosive power, and reaction time (Xu, 2020). PURPOSE: The purpose of the study was to determine the relationship between fitness assessments and job task simulations in firefighter cadets. METHODS: 21 firefighter academy students performed fitness assessments and job task simulations on different days. Fitness assessments included vertical jump, lateral medicine ball throw, push up, horizontal row, and 300-yard shuttle run. Job task simulations were …

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Effect Of At-Risk Drinking On Blood Pressure Recovery And Flow-Mediated Dilation Following Maximal Exercise Test In Young Adults, Keng-Yu Chang, Jonathan Pham, Alfredo Gil, Preston Truong, Tabitha Haun, Kelly Phan, Zhaoli Liu, Chue-Lung Hwang Feb 2024

Effect Of At-Risk Drinking On Blood Pressure Recovery And Flow-Mediated Dilation Following Maximal Exercise Test In Young Adults, Keng-Yu Chang, Jonathan Pham, Alfredo Gil, Preston Truong, Tabitha Haun, Kelly Phan, Zhaoli Liu, Chue-Lung Hwang

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Long-term at-risk drinking increases the risk of future alcohol-related problems, such as a decreased vasodilatory response which may influence blood pressure recovery following exercise. Young adults who are physically active are likely to engage in at-risk drinking. However, how alcohol drinking influences blood pressure recovery following exercise remains unclear in young adults. PURPOSE: To investigate the effect of at-risk drinking on blood pressure recovery and flow-mediated dilation (FMD) following maximal exercise test in young adults. METHODS: A total of 10 at-risk drinkers (4 female; mean ± SD for age: 26.7 ± 3.7 years and BMI: 24.5 ± 2.4 …

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Influence Of Family History Of Hypertension On Vascular Function In Young Healthy Black Women, Ruby A. Nyarko, Justo Perez Iii, Ashlesha D. Dalve, Jasdeep Kaur Feb 2024

Influence Of Family History Of Hypertension On Vascular Function In Young Healthy Black Women, Ruby A. Nyarko, Justo Perez Iii, Ashlesha D. Dalve, Jasdeep Kaur

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Compared to all other racial groups, non-Hispanic Black (NHB) women have the highest prevalence of hypertension (58.4%) in the United States and experience a two-fold higher mortality from hypertension-related causes. Individuals with a positive family history of hypertension (+FHH) have been shown to exhibit blunted vascular function in response to 5-minute ischemia; however, whether the impact of positive family history of hypertension (+FHH) results in a greater attenuation of vascular function in healthy NHB women remains unknown. PURPOSE: Herein, we tested the hypothesis that young NHB women with +FHH will elicit attenuated increases in forearm blood flow (FBF) and …

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Exploring A Digital Audience’S Influence On Performance, Rating Of Perceived Exertion, And Social Physique Anxiety During A Bench Press Test, Daimien J. Campos, Amber M. Shipherd, Desmond J. Millender, Boram Lim Feb 2024

Exploring A Digital Audience’S Influence On Performance, Rating Of Perceived Exertion, And Social Physique Anxiety During A Bench Press Test, Daimien J. Campos, Amber M. Shipherd, Desmond J. Millender, Boram Lim

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

The presence of a physical audience can influence exercise performance, rating of perceived exertion (RPE), and social physique anxiety (SPA). Previous research has shown high SPA can contribute to exercise avoidance behaviors, which can result in negative outcomes for physical and mental health. The expansion of social media usage now provides exercisers with an opportunity to interact with a digital audience. Previous studies have primarily focused on the impact of a physically present audience on exercise performance, RPE, or SPA, with little to no attention given to the influence of a digital audience (i.e., social media). PURPOSE: To explore the …

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Effects Of Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation During Balance Training On Balance And Ankle Function In Patients With Chronic Ankle Instability, Anupama Thapa, Joosung Kim Feb 2024

Effects Of Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation During Balance Training On Balance And Ankle Function In Patients With Chronic Ankle Instability, Anupama Thapa, Joosung Kim

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Patients with chronic ankle instability (CAI) often experience impaired postural control associated with alterations in the central nervous system, which suggests a new therapeutic approach. Transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) is an emerging brain stimulation method that can selectively modulate brain activity. Recent research has shown synergistic effects of tDCS and balance training (BT) for postural control in musculoskeletal patients, but it has not yet been explored in CAI patients. PURPOSE: A pilot randomized-controlled study was employed to explore the effects of tDCS with BT in comparison with sham tDCS with BT for patients with CAI. METHODS: Nineteen …

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