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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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Effects Of Resistance Training Status On Exercise Patterns And Body Composition Among Younger And Older Adults, Quinten W. Pigg, Cole Hambric, Garret Van Ree, Ashlyn Fisher, Holly Kendall, Lindsay Kipp, Joni Mettler Feb 2023

Effects Of Resistance Training Status On Exercise Patterns And Body Composition Among Younger And Older Adults, Quinten W. Pigg, Cole Hambric, Garret Van Ree, Ashlyn Fisher, Holly Kendall, Lindsay Kipp, Joni Mettler

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

As individuals age, percent body fat tends to increase and lean muscle mass decreases, which may limit the ability to engage in higher intensity exercise. Moderate to vigorous physical activity has been shown to improve body composition, but it is unclear whether exercise patterns, such as amount of moderate and high intensity exercise performed, are impacted by resistance training status in younger and older adults. PURPOSE: To examine whether resistance trained and untrained younger and older adults differ on duration of high, moderate, and low intensity exercise and percent body fat (%BF). METHODS: Younger (23.8 ± 0.4 years) …

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Covid-19 Vaccine Effects On Exercise Habits And Attitudes In College Students, Heaven Dunn, Vipa Bernhardt Feb 2023

Covid-19 Vaccine Effects On Exercise Habits And Attitudes In College Students, Heaven Dunn, Vipa Bernhardt

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Coronavirus (COVID-19) affected and continues to alter lives across the world. The introduction of the COVID-19 vaccine brought changes to lockdown restrictions and a seemingly new normal. PURPOSE: to assess the effects of the COVID-19 vaccine on physical activity habits and attitudes among college students in the spring 2022 semester. METHODS: A link to a Qualtrics survey was emailed to all students enrolled in the spring 2022 semester at Texas A&M-Commerce. Respondents answered questions regarding their vaccination status, physical activity habits, and experiences with COVID. Qualitative answers were grouped and analyzed by common themes. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive …

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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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Reliability Of Bell’S Test Conducted With Virtual Reality, Disha A. Kapoor, Karishma Patel, Annette Buitrago, Joseph B. Hazzard, William E. Amonette Feb 2023

Reliability Of Bell’S Test Conducted With Virtual Reality, Disha A. Kapoor, Karishma Patel, Annette Buitrago, Joseph B. Hazzard, William E. Amonette

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Cancellation tasks are commonly used assessment tools to detect unilateral neglect. Bell’s Test, one of the most commonly administered cancellation tasks, requires individuals to quickly and accurately identify “bells” randomly placed in an array of symbols. The reliability of Bells Test conducted with a paper and pencil is well established. A newly developed, commercial software application, allows Bell’s Test to be administered in fully immersive virtual reality environment. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to measure the reliability of the Bell’s Test using a virtual reality (VR) system and to establish the level of agreement between the pen-paper …

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Grand Movement: Influence Of Fitness Sessions On Static And Dynamic Balance In Older Adults, Riley A. Barlage, Blake Sitterly, Vanessa Mikan Phd Feb 2023

Grand Movement: Influence Of Fitness Sessions On Static And Dynamic Balance In Older Adults, Riley A. Barlage, Blake Sitterly, Vanessa Mikan Phd

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

It is recommended that adults 65 years and older engage in activities to improve balance such as standing on one foot at least 3 days a week (CDC, 2022). Flexibility and balance are vital components of fitness for older adults in order to perform activities of daily living (ADLs) and aid in reducing risk of falling which is prevalent in senior living facilities. Fear of falling is a belief that an individual cannot prevent themselves from falling or that they have a nagging worry that they will fall (Varshneya & Sonawane, 2020). PURPOSE: To evaluate static and dynamic balance, static …

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Establishing A Predictive Equation For Anaerobic Capacity Utilizing The 300-Yard Shuttle Field Test, Emma Thornton, Andrew A. Wolfe, Ruth Caddell, Cheyenne Lavender, Gillian Braden, Jackson Maynard, Chad Agor, Summer Reflogal Feb 2023

Establishing A Predictive Equation For Anaerobic Capacity Utilizing The 300-Yard Shuttle Field Test, Emma Thornton, Andrew A. Wolfe, Ruth Caddell, Cheyenne Lavender, Gillian Braden, Jackson Maynard, Chad Agor, Summer Reflogal

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Anaerobic capacity can be tested through the Running-based Anaerobic Sprint Test (RAST), Wingate test (gold standard), and the 300-yard shuttle. While each testing is recognized as a valid method of assessing anaerobic capacity, previous investigations found no significant correlation between Wingate test and time to completion of 300-yard shuttle test. The insignificant relationship found between the 300-yard shuttle times and the Wingate outputs insinuate a need for further research investigating the correlations between these two anaerobic tests. PURPOSE: The aim of this study was to determine the influence of 300-yard shuttle measures on anaerobic capacity obtained via the Wingate …

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Fatigue Inducing Resistance Training Produces Differences In Perceived Recovery Status And Session Rate Of Perceived Exertion Responses, Ruth Caddell, Andy Wolfe Feb 2023

Fatigue Inducing Resistance Training Produces Differences In Perceived Recovery Status And Session Rate Of Perceived Exertion Responses, Ruth Caddell, Andy Wolfe

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Psychophysiological tools have gained substantial traction as methods of assessing fatigue during exercise. Borg’s rate of perceived exertion (RPE) measures exertion levels of various modes of exercise, including resistance training. The perceived recovery status (PRS) scale is recognized as an effective tool when assessing recovery following fatiguing bouts of exercise. Previous PRS and RPE sprint training research, recognized PRS decline with concurrent sRPE increases. However, the relationship between PRS and sRPE during resistance training is unknown. PURPOSE: The aim of this study is to explore the relationship between PRS and sRPE within resistance training. METHODS: Fourteen resistance trained males (n …

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Minimal Differences Between Males And Females In Exercise-Induced Increase Of Circulating T Cells Subsets In Older Adults, Seth Rinehart, Kristofer Jennings, Melissa Markofski Feb 2023

Minimal Differences Between Males And Females In Exercise-Induced Increase Of Circulating T Cells Subsets In Older Adults, Seth Rinehart, Kristofer Jennings, Melissa Markofski

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

PURPOSE: To examine potential differences between older adult males and females’ acute post-exercise circulating T cell response. METHODS: Participants were healthy older adults with an average age of 63.0 ± 1.0 years (n= 24, females = 70.8%) and BMI of 24.7 ± 0.7 kg∙m-2. All females were post-menopausal. A single bout of cardiorespiratory exercise at ~70% heart rate reserve and a separate bout of eight resistance exercises at ~70% 1 repetition maximum were conducted at least one week apart. T cell count changes were determined via blood sample at rest and immediately post-exercise for each bout. Multi-color …

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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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Bone Mineral Density And Body Composition Of Division Iii Ncaa Athletes At Southwestern University, Grey D. Wagner, Cole G. Peck Feb 2023

Bone Mineral Density And Body Composition Of Division Iii Ncaa Athletes At Southwestern University, Grey D. Wagner, Cole G. Peck

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

PURPOSE: To examine the variation of bone mineral density and body composition between athletes of different sports at Southwestern University. METHODS: One hundred and three Division III NCAA athletes at Southwestern University came to the kinesiology lab in a single session to complete a full body DEXA scan using a GE Lunar Prodigy Dexa Bone Densitometer. The athletes’ bone mineral density, body composition data and health history questionnaire were collected. RESULTS: There was a significant difference of t-scores among the men’s sports means (F(6,41) = 5.599, p < 0.001). There was a significant difference of t-scores among the women’s sports means (F(6, 34) = 2.879, p = 0.022). There was no significant difference of % body fat among the men’s sports means (F(6,42) = 1.787, p = 0.125). There was no significant difference of % body fat among the women’s sports means (F(6,35) = 1.301, p = 0.283). CONCLUSION: This study found a significant difference of T-scores between sports but not …

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Physical Activity Influence On Adults With Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities, Shannon M. Dyke, Katelyn E. Whitehead, Vanessa Mikan Phd Feb 2023

Physical Activity Influence On Adults With Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities, Shannon M. Dyke, Katelyn E. Whitehead, Vanessa Mikan Phd

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Less than a one-third of adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) are meeting national physical activity guidelines (WHO, 2020). Adults with IDD are at risk for developing chronic health related diseases, such as cardiovascular disease, type-2 diabetes, and hypertension earlier in adulthood and typically progress faster than adults without IDD. Physical activity combats these chronic diseases and needs to be introduced to this population in an accessible way. PURPOSE: To determine the influence of physical activity training sessions on balance, flexibility, range of motion, cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular endurance, muscular strength and self-efficacy in a group of individuals with IDD. …

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Correlation Between Grip Strength At Various Arm Orientations And Hitting Performance Metrics Of Division I Collegiate Baseball Players, Jackson C. Maynard, Andrew A. Wolfe, Zane Badmaev, Chad Agor, Micheal Luera, Cheyenne Lavender Feb 2023

Correlation Between Grip Strength At Various Arm Orientations And Hitting Performance Metrics Of Division I Collegiate Baseball Players, Jackson C. Maynard, Andrew A. Wolfe, Zane Badmaev, Chad Agor, Micheal Luera, Cheyenne Lavender

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Dominate and non-dominate grip strength (GS) significantly correlated with bat speed (BS) in the sport of baseball. Various arm orientations occur throughout the swing; moreover, additional metrics beyond BS are indicative of baseball hitting performance. The correlation between various GS and hitting outcomes have not been empirically examined. PURPOSE: The aim of the current investigation was to examine the relationship of GS at various arm angles to various hitting performance metrics. METHODS: Division I collegiate baseball players (n = 17; height: 180.92 ± 5.61 cm; weight: 82.1 ± 11.12 kg) performed dominate and non-dominate maximal GS at five …

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Electromyographic Activation Of The Quadriceps During The Concentric Phase Of The Squat, Kase Pennartz, Dakota Harris, Calvin Smith, Lyric Richardson, Micheal Luera Feb 2023

Electromyographic Activation Of The Quadriceps During The Concentric Phase Of The Squat, Kase Pennartz, Dakota Harris, Calvin Smith, Lyric Richardson, Micheal Luera

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Mechanical muscle properties such as length-tension relationship in conjunction with electromyography (EMG) allow greater insight into the overall motor coordination. The different morphologies of the quadriceps and their force generating capacities can be quantified through the differences in EMG amplitude. PURPOSE: To examine quadriceps activation during the squat exercise under various intensities. METHODS: Eleven participants (age 18-35; height: 181.1 ± 8.9cm; weight: 97.7 ± 19.1kg) were recruited for this study. Subjects completed three visits, one familiarization and two testing days separated by 48 hours. Ultrasound images were obtained from the three primary leg extensor muscles (vastus lateralis (VL), …

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Effects Of Inducing Post Activation Potentiation On Leg Extensors Using Isotonic Movements, Samuel Ramirez, Dakota Harris, Calvin D. Smith, Kase Pennartz, Micheal Luera Feb 2023

Effects Of Inducing Post Activation Potentiation On Leg Extensors Using Isotonic Movements, Samuel Ramirez, Dakota Harris, Calvin D. Smith, Kase Pennartz, Micheal Luera

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Post Activation Potentiation (PAP) has been documented in previous studies as evoking greater muscle activation and velocities in submaximal contractions. Literature has additionally shown that isotonic contractions have increased motor unit activation when compared to isokinetic. PURPOSE: Induce PAP using different interventions and evaluate PAP differences between interventions in the vastus lateralis (VL), rectus femoris (RF), vastus medialis (VM) and evaluate velocity and muscle activation differences. METHODS: 8 recreationally active males (n=8, age = 20.6 ± 1.8, height = 178.2 ± 12.1 cm, weight = 83.2 ± 48.3 kg) with no previous lower extremity injuries completed this study. …

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Implementing Stroke Impact Scale As An Indicator Of Stroke Survivor Recovery, Adam Avalos Feb 2023

Implementing Stroke Impact Scale As An Indicator Of Stroke Survivor Recovery, Adam Avalos

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Rehabilitation testing efforts for stroke survivors (SS) have either been generalized or restricted to the physical domain. Conventional testing lacks the capability to accurately identify a wide range of resulting morbidities. PURPOSE: Rehabilitation efforts for stroke survivors (SS) has been generalized and are not specific to the wide range of resulting disabilities. Use of the Stroke impairment Scale (SIS) provides categorical insight into the impact of stroke on individuals. The purpose of the present study was to identify specific categories of impairments in order to develop optimal rehabilitation strategies for each individual. METHODS: Subjects were asked to self-evaluate their recovery …

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Grip Strength Symmetries In Division I College Baseball Pitchers And Hitters, Chad Agor, Andy Wolfe, Zane Badmaev, Cheyenne Lavender, Jackson Maynard, Michael Luera Feb 2023

Grip Strength Symmetries In Division I College Baseball Pitchers And Hitters, Chad Agor, Andy Wolfe, Zane Badmaev, Cheyenne Lavender, Jackson Maynard, Michael Luera

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Integrating strength and conditioning coaches and programs for baseball athletes has yielded positive performance outcomes for both hitting and throwing. Among a variety of baseball-specific testing batter, grip strength has shown to significantly correlate with increased swing and throwing velocity. However, no investigations have examined grip strength asymmetries for hitters and pitchers. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to examine differences between right and left arm grip strength of baseball pitchers and hitters. METHODS: Division I collegiate baseball players (n = 45, height. (183.52 ± 11.77 cm) weight. (85.96 ± 17.73 kg.) performed dominate and non-dominate maximal grip strength …

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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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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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Comparing The Effects Of Traditional Physical Activity And Active Video Gaming On Children’S Cognition, Christian Corral, Chia-Chuan Yu, Darla M. Castelli Feb 2023

Comparing The Effects Of Traditional Physical Activity And Active Video Gaming On Children’S Cognition, Christian Corral, Chia-Chuan Yu, Darla M. Castelli

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

While the beneficial effects of physical activity on cognition are well studied, there is less certainty about how to incorporate cognition-boosting physical activity programs in children’s academic settings. Multiple modalities may be implemented to get children moving, yet more clarity is needed to make these programs as effective as possible. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to compare the effects of traditional teacher-led physical activity (TPA) and active video gaming (AVG) on various measures of executive function to gain applicable knowledge that informs school physical activity programs. METHODS: Using a counterbalanced design, 36 preadolescent children (24 male, …

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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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Comparative Effects Of Advanced Footwear Technology On Running Economy In Track Spikes And Racing Shoes, Garrett M. Oehlert Feb 2023

Comparative Effects Of Advanced Footwear Technology On Running Economy In Track Spikes And Racing Shoes, Garrett M. Oehlert

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Advanced footwear technology, such as highly-cushioned midsoles with carbon-fiber plates, has been shown to improve running economy (RE) in road racing shoes. More recently, similar features have been incorporated into track spikes; however, the impact of advanced spikes on RE has yet to be quantified. Furthermore, there has been no comparison of advanced spikes to advanced shoes. PURPOSE: Quantify the RE benefit of advanced track spikes compared to a control spike and determine whether RE is optimized more in an advanced racing shoe or an advanced track spike. METHODS: Four racing shoes (3 advanced, 1 control) and 3 …

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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 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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No Differences In Strength Improvements Following Low- Or High-Volume Resistance Training, Katie G. Kennedy, Neil A. Schwarz, Jacob A. Mota, Ryan J. Colquhoun Feb 2023

No Differences In Strength Improvements Following Low- Or High-Volume Resistance Training, Katie G. Kennedy, Neil A. Schwarz, Jacob A. Mota, Ryan J. Colquhoun

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Resistance training is a widely used modality for improving muscular strength and reducing risks of injury, which is vital to counteracting physical declines associated with aging and poor health. Despite this, the minimal effective training dose for improving muscular strength has yet to be fully elucidated. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to examine the role of training volume (number of sets per session) on muscular strength changes following 8 weeks of progressive resistance training. METHODS: Fourteen and 12 trained males (Mean±SD; Age: 23±3y) and females (Age: 20±1y) participated in 8 weeks of supervised 3x/week progressive resistance …

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Sex Differences In The Accuracy Of Wut (Weight, Urine Color, Thirst) Diagrams Assessing Hydration Status, Jan-Joseph Rolloque, Marcos Keefe, Nigel Jiwan, Casey Appell, Madison Pomroy, Huiying Luk, Yasuki Sekiguchi Feb 2023

Sex Differences In The Accuracy Of Wut (Weight, Urine Color, Thirst) Diagrams Assessing Hydration Status, Jan-Joseph Rolloque, Marcos Keefe, Nigel Jiwan, Casey Appell, Madison Pomroy, Huiying Luk, Yasuki Sekiguchi

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

The WUT (Weight, Urine Color, Thirst) Venn diagram is a practical method to assess hydration status using percent body mass loss (%BML), urine color (UCOL), and thirst perception (TP). However, sex differences and the accuracy of WUT diagrams between males and females has not yet been investigated. PURPOSE: To observe sex differences in the accuracy of WUT diagrams assessing hydration status. METHODS: 8 males [M] (age: 21 ± 3; mass: 76.3 ± 15.6 kg) and 5 females [F] (age: 22 ± 2; mass: 60.5 ± 13.6) visited the laboratory twice a day (morning (7:00am-9:00am) and afternoon …

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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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Agreement Between Body Mass Index And Percent Body Fat In Resistance Trained Men And Women, Christine Harrison, Grant Tinsley, Ariane Hollub Secrest, Colin Wilborn, Lem Taylor Feb 2023

Agreement Between Body Mass Index And Percent Body Fat In Resistance Trained Men And Women, Christine Harrison, Grant Tinsley, Ariane Hollub Secrest, Colin Wilborn, Lem Taylor

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

National health organizations report on the prevalence of obesity utilizing statistics based upon Body Mass Index (BMI), a noninvasive, anthropometric measurement used for weight classification. Though the limitations of the BMI formula are well known, it is still commonly used in clinical settings due to the ease of calculation using only weight and height (kg/m2). Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DXA) is a criterion method for body composition estimation. PURPOSE: The purpose of this analysis was to assess the agreement between BMI classification and measured percent body fat (PBF) via DXA in a resistance-trained (RT) population. METHODS: DXA …

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Age-Related Differences In Handgrip Strength Characteristics And Vertical Jump Performance, Kayla P. Sisneros, Pratibha S. Maurya, Evan Johnson, Ty B. Palmer Feb 2023

Age-Related Differences In Handgrip Strength Characteristics And Vertical Jump Performance, Kayla P. Sisneros, Pratibha S. Maurya, Evan Johnson, Ty B. Palmer

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Handgrip strength characteristics, such as peak force and rate of force development (RFD), have been shown to be significantly associated with the performance capacities of the lower-body musculature. Declines in lower-body performance are commonly reported as a consequence of aging. However, few studies have investigated the influence of age on handgrip peak force and RFD. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to examine age-related differences in handgrip peak force and RFD between young and older women and the relationships of these characteristics with lower-body performance during a vertical jump (VJ) test. METHODS: Twenty young (age = 21 ± 3 …

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