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Perceived Recovery States And Physical Fitness In Reserve Officers’ Training Corps Cadets, Lianne Emanuel, Jessie Hirsch, James Bodendorf, Amy Loin, Gregory Ioannides, Aliya Catanzarita, Joseph Schnatter, Isaac Stein, Tarek Harhash, Sean Kane, Julianne Rung, Katie Sell

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) cadets are challenged mentally, emotionally, and physically with the physical fitness requirements (e.g., Army Combat Fitness Test or ACFT) required within their military science curriculum. Common physical fitness tests such as those for strength, power, and balance can provide insight into the recovery and readiness status of tactical athletes. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to explore the relationship between scores on the Short Recovery and Stress Scale (SRSS) and performance on a physical fitness test battery assessing balance, mobility, body composition, muscular strength, and power in collegiate ROTC cadets. METHODS: Seventeen …

A Novel Eccentric Resistance Training Strategy To Maximize Exercise-Induced Muscle Damage, Shane Phillips, Alyssa Fiorelli, Alex Rothstein, Amerigo Rossi Facsm

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Exercise-induced muscle damage is one of the primary stimuli for muscle growth. PURPOSE: Test whether a novel strategy for very fast eccentric chest press will induce higher exercise-induced muscle damage than slow eccentric chest press. METHODS: Seven healthy college students (4 men, 3 women) with a history of resistance training, but not currently training more than once per week, enrolled for this study. Each participant completed a familiarization trial in which they were tested for maximal voluntary isometric contraction (MVIC) on the chest press and then practiced loading according to the fast and slow conditions. In the fast …

The Effects Of Intrinsic Motivation Induced Coaching On Sustained Fat Loss, Gregory Vazquez, Alan Aragon, Bradley Schoenfeld

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

In pursuit of sustained fat loss, intrinsic motivation plays a pivotal role. This study explores the impact of 4 weeks of intrinsic motivation coaching (IMC) on fat loss, following up 10 weeks later. PURPOSE The purpose of this study was to investigate whether IMC strategies during a fat-loss intervention improves sustained fat loss thereafter. METHODS: Participants (IMC: n=7, CON: n=6) had their body composition assessed using multifrequency bioelectrical impedance analysis at weeks 1, 4, and 14. Prior to the study, participants in the IMC group completed a survey of intrinsic motivators. During the fat loss intervention, participants were prescribed …

Perceived Recovery States And Physical Fitness In Reserve Officers' Training Corps Cadets, Lianne Emanuel, Jessie Hirsch, Katie Sell

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) cadets are challenged mentally, emotionally, and physically with the physical fitness requirements (e.g., Army Combat Fitness Test or ACFT) required within their military science curriculum. Common physical fitness tests such as those for strength, power, and balance can provide insight into the recovery and readiness status of tactical athletes. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to explore the relationship between scores on the Short Recovery and Stress Scale (SRSS) and performance on a physical fitness test battery assessing balance, mobility, body composition, muscular strength, and power in collegiate ROTC cadets. METHODS: Seventeen …

The Effects Of Myofascial Release On Improving Lumbar Mobility And Flexibility. A Randomized Control Trial, Brian Karafa, Ellior Badash, Randy Cruz, Cailey Cummings, Taylor Santiago, Alex Rothstein, Mark Gugliotti

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Myofascial release (MFR) is a manual therapy technique defined as a low load, long duration-stretch to the myofascial complex. This technique is intended to restore optimal length in fascial tissue, alleviate associated discomfort, and improve functional movement.PURPOSE: The purpose of this randomized control trial (RCT) was to examine the immediate effects of MFR on improving lumbar mobility and flexibility. METHODS: This RCT recruited current students at New York Institute of Technology, 18 years or older, and in overall good health. Participants were randomized to either an experimental treatment group (EG) or a sham treatment group (CG). Baseline …

Five Weeks Of Online Blood Flow Restricted Resistance Training On Postural Stability Of Older Adults, Emma H. Chen, Daniela Presta, Andreas Bergdahl, Mary Roberts

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Falls affect approximately 1 in 3 older adults each year [1], with recurrent fallers displaying reduced postural stability [2] and lower limb strength [3]. While it is known that low-intensity exercise with blood flow restriction (BFR) improves strength [4], it is unknown whether benefits extend to postural stability. PURPOSE: Investigate whether 5 weeks of online low-intensity resistance training combined with BFR can stimulate improvements in postural stability under dual-task conditions among adults aged 60 and above. METHODS: 24 community-dwelling adults (69.6±5.8 years) completed a pre-post randomized controlled trial (BFR group n=14; control group n=10). Resistance training classes were …

The Effects Of Intrinsic Motivation Induced Coaching On Sustained Fat Loss, Gregory Vazquezaldana, Brad Schoenfeld, Alan Aragon

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

In pursuit of sustained fat loss, intrinsic motivation plays a pivotal role. This study explores the impact of 4-weeks of intrinsic motivation coaching (IMC) on fat loss, following up 10 weeks later. PURPOSE The purpose of this study was to investigate whether IMC strategies during a fat-loss intervention improves sustained fat loss thereafter. METHODS: Participants (IMC: n=7, CON: n=6) had their body composition assessed using multifrequency bioelectrical impedance analysis at weeks 1, 4, and 14. Prior to the study, participants in the IMC group completed a survey of intrinsic motivators. During the fat loss intervention, participants were prescribed a …

Enhancing Cohesion In Collegiate Female Dance Teams: The Impact Of Mental Toughness Workshops, Spencer Cavan, Andreas Stamatis

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Cohesion, the degree of teamwork combined with interpersonal attraction, is a critical determinant of team stability, effectiveness, and individual satisfaction. This multifaceted construct bridges the psychological and tactical aspects of team organization, influencing both team and individual performance. The positive relationship between cohesion and performance is stronger for women than for men. Mental toughness (MT), characterized as a dynamic, state-like psychological resource, is theorized to enhance consistent performance under duress. However, the specific impact of MT training on cohesion remains underexplored in female sport teams. PURPOSE: To investigate the effects of MT workshops on fostering individual-/team-level social and …

Demonstrating The Effects Of Blood Flow Restriction During Online Strength Training In Older Adults, Daniela Presta, Emma Hsiaowen Chen, Dimitri Tiganos

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training entails limiting perfusion to specific body areas, allowing low-intensity exercise to simulate the effects of high-intensity workouts. Combining BFR and online exercise classes is a novel way of potentially improving both effectiveness and accessibility of training to an older population. It is essential to maintain strength as we age in order to avoid or manage physiological conditions like sarcopenia and osteoporosis. PURPOSE: To investigate whether five weeks of online low-intensity resistance training, with or without BFR, leads to improvements in strength among older adults. METHODS: Men and women (mean age = 70 ± …

Mitigating Social Media Addiction And Screen Time Among Female Dancers: A Longitudinal Study On Mental Toughness Intervention Effects, Corey Hunter, Andreas Stamatis

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

The pervasive nature of social media has significantly impacted the lifestyle and well-being of university students. The role of mental toughness (MT) in mitigating compulsive digital behaviors is unknown. PURPOSE: To explore the efficacy of an MT intervention in reducing social media addiction and phone screen time among female athletes, while also delineating the distribution of screen time across various digital activities. METHODS: Nineteen female dancers participated in weekly MT workshops with a focus on minimizing social media dependency and screen time, utilizing the Social Media Addiction Scale – Student Form and iPhone usage data collected bi-weekly over …

Reevaluating Team-Based Mental Skills Training: Insights From Ncaa Soccer Players’ Mental Toughness Development, Mateo Gonzalez, Alex Rothstein, Andrew Augustus, Andreas Stamatis

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Mental toughness (MT) encompasses attributes pivotal for athletic performance in the face of challenges. The effects of team-based mental skills training (MST) interventions on MT's diverse components remain insufficiently explored. PURPOSE: To evaluate the effectiveness of team-based MST workshops on enhancing the various dimensions of MT. METHODS: NCAA Division I male soccer players (N = 18) volunteered for the study. Based on a preliminary assessment, three MST workshops were conducted, focusing on the three key MT dimensions with the lowest team average scores, namely facing adversity, buoyancy, and optimistic style. The Mental Toughness Index, …

Heart Rate Response To Maximal Exercise In A Participant With C8 Spinal Cord Injury, Jessie Hirsch, Alex Rothstein, Norbert Holowat Jr, Michele Aquino, Amerigo Rossi, John P. Handrakis

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Motor, sensory, and autonomic dysfunction are a common sequela after spinal cord injury (SCI) and typically impair cardiovascular responses to exercise. However, some individuals with cervical SCI (tetraplegia) and “complete” motor and sensory injury (AIS A) demonstrate the ability to increase heart rate (HR) above the limit achievable by vagal withdrawal alone (~110 bpm). PURPOSE: The purpose of this test was to highlight the unexpected HR response to a continuous graded exercise test. (GXT) in a wheelchair athlete with tetraplegia. METHODS: A 26-year-old male with tetraplegia after a SCI (classification neurological level of injury (NLI) C8, AIS A) …

Chronic Exertional Compartment Syndrome — Female Soccer Player, Bernie Acevedo, Nikolaos Gravvanis, Alex Rothstein, Jennifer Daily, Andreas Stamatis

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

HISTORY: An 18-year-old female soccer player reported experiencing a dull ache and sensation of tightness in her right leg, accompanied by a burning pain, during a match. Post-match, she noticed tingling in the dorsal aspect of her right foot. The athlete sought consultation from a general practitioner (GP), who found no evidence of tenderness or swelling during the clinical assessment. The GP recommended rest and prescribed anti-inflammatory medication.

PHYSICAL EXAMINATION: Persistent discomfort and significant weakness in dorsiflexion prompted the athlete to consult an orthopedic physician. Clinical examination revealed no localized pain or other symptoms. Initial radiographs were unremarkable. …

Replication Crisis In Sport And Exercise Science, Zacharias Papadakis, Jennifer Murphy

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

In Sport and Exercise Science (SES), 82% of published studies report significant findings indicating these studies have a robust research design that examines true effects with high statistical power. However, small sample sizes and underpowered designs are common in SES. Related literature in psychology reports that only 37% of replicated effects yield similar results to the original. Replication studies in SES are still rare, raising concerns about the overwhelming reported significant findings despite the small sample sizes. PURPOSE: To replicate the findings of a published SES study and compare results. METHODS: Based on the criteria published by Murphy …

Jumping For Joy... Or Not? Examining The Effects Of Ncaa-Regulated Caffeine Dose On Vertical Jump Performance, Roy Shohat, Maya Caon, Samuel Vilmeau, Samuel Norwood, Vinicius Ribeiro, Claire Egret, Tal Amasay, Vassilios Panoutsakopoulos, Zacharias Papadakis

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Caffeine is a popular ergogenic aid, potentially enhancing performance in high-intensity power movements like jumping. The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) removed caffeine from its banned list, but the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) restricts caffeine intake (5 mg/kg). Past research has examined the effects of caffeine supplementation on vertical jumping performance, since comprises reliable physical fitness test, but mixed results were reported. PURPOSE: This study examined the effects of caffeine at the NCAA limit on vertical jump performance in real-world training conditions. METHODS: Forty collegiate Division II athletes (Male = 22) from sports like basketball, volleyball, soccer, tennis, …

Can Test Familiarity Improve Performance On The National Hockey League Combine? A Case Study Analysis., Katie Sell, Jamie Ghigiarelli, Adam Gonzalez, Jon Diflorio, Paul Perticone

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Test performance in athletes can be impacted by familiarity with test procedure, the environment in which testing is taking place, and perceived competency for achieving the desired outcome. However, there is a dearth of research on these factors in elite athletes. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to familiarize an elite-level ice hockey player with the protocols required in the National Hockey League Combine (NHL-C) and compare these tests results to his performance on the NHL-C. METHODS: An 18-year old ice-hockey player (who was invited to the NHL-C in 2023) volunteered to complete a battery of fitness testing eight …

Non-St Elevation Myocardial Infarction Presentation In Severe Aortic Stenotic Patient, Margi Desai, Daniel Maysonet

The Journal of Integrated Primary Care

This case report demonstrates a patient who presents with typical findings for a diagnosis of NSTEMI. Upon further evaluation, this diagnosis was able to be ruled out. Presentations and labs consistent with NSTEMI masked the true diagnosis of aortic stenosis due to oxygen supply/demand mismatch.

The Attitudes, Level Of Interest, And Knowledge Held By Physicians And Psychologists Toward Integrated Healthcare Practices And The Patient-Centered Medical Home Model, Mark Cassano, Robert A. Ditomasso, Barbara Golden, Scott D. Glassman

The Journal of Integrated Primary Care

As the healthcare system evolves, issues related to cost and access to care continue to persist. In response to this concern, integrated models of healthcare, like the Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH), have been developed to work toward reducing cost for both patients and providers, increasing patient access to quality care, and improving patients’ overall satisfaction with the care that they are provided. However, despite the overwhelming evidence found in the literature supporting the efficacy and benefit of these treatment models, it is unclear as to why more providers do not choose to practice and support collaborative forms of healthcare provision. …

Biopsychosocial Management Of Long Covid Fibromyalgia: Lessons From The Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health Fibromyalgia Program, Joseph Harrison, Dennis Given Psy.D.

The Journal of Integrated Primary Care

The COVID-19 pandemic has increased the prevalence of chronic health concerns worldwide, leading to a new population of patients suffering from Long Covid. Patients with Long Covid often experience persistent symptoms impacting multiple organ systems, including neuroimmune and neurological manifestations. Recently, attention has grown toward Long Covid patients developing chronic widespread pain similar to fibromyalgia. Fibromyalgia is a nociplastic pain disorder characterized by widespread pain and central sensitization with fatigue, sleep disturbances, and impairments in cognitive functioning. Given the nascent and limited research exploring new treatment options, patients need support now from biopsychosocial multi-modal pain management strategies. The Fibromyalgia Program …

An Exploration Of Self-Reported Training Needs For Anxiety Interventions Among Primary Care Behavioral Health Consultants, Katherine Buckheit, Ryan Willard, Kyle Possemato, Robyn Shepardson, Abigail Lashinsky, Jen Funderburk

The Journal of Integrated Primary Care

Introduction: Despite the need for greater training in evidence-based interventions for the treatment of anxiety in primary care behavioral health (PCBH), there are limited data on which interventions are desired by behavioral healthcare consultants (BHCs). The objective of this study was to identify which interventions BHCs desired more training in when treating anxiety in PCBH practice, and to examine if this preference was associated with theoretical orientation. Method: We conducted an online survey of PCBH providers regarding their training preferences for treatment of anxiety symptoms. The final sample comprised 291 BHCs recruited from e-mail listservs of national professional organizations. Providers …

Chapman University Wind Symphony, Chapman University Wind Symphony

Printed Performance Programs (PDF Format)

No abstract provided.

Sdg 3 And Sdg 17: Tidelands Health- Goals Correlation To Recruitment, Savannah Gilmore

Goal 3: Good Health and Well-Being

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Utah Hydroponic Solutions, Bruce Bugbee, Noah Langenfeld

Nutrients

The Utah Hydroponic solutions for monocots and dicots have been developed and refined using mass balance principles coupled with tissue analysis from studies in 25-cm deep, continuously aerated, liquid hydroponics where there is no absorption or desorption with media.

These solutions provide guidelines for irrigation of soilless substrates, but adjustments may need to be made to account for the significant cation exchange capacity and thus nutrient absorption and desorption with the substrates.

These recipes were developed for greenhouse conditions with ambient CO₂ and about 40% humidity. This results in a water use efficiency of about 3 grams per Liter. …

Sharing With The Community, Katie Jarrell

University Libraries Blog Archive

As I began processing the Bing Davis Papers three and a half months ago, I was struck by the abundance of duplicates within the collection. Initially perplexing, these duplicates soon revealed themselves as a testament to Davis' unwavering commitment to teaching and sharing the arts with all.

24 Conference Program - Ultra-High Temperature Ceramics: Materials For Extreme Environment Applications Vi, Diletta Sciti, Laura Silvestroni, Fréderic Monteverde, Gregory Thompson, Raffaele Savino, Jon Binner, Eric Wuchina

Ultra-High Temperature Ceramics: Materials for Extreme Environment Applications VI

No abstract provided.

Silas Weinert-Palomino Junior Recital, Arkansas State University Department Of Music

Performance Programs

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Chapman Saxophone Ensemble, Chapman Saxophone Ensemble

Printed Performance Programs (PDF Format)

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Improving Parent And Daycare Staff Confidence In Monitoring Developmental Milestones Through Education Of Pediatric Development, Reagin Hunter

Entry-Level Occupational Therapy Doctorate - Doctoral Capstone Symposium

The most effective approach to identifying developmental delays involves a combination of developmental monitoring by all caregivers involved in the child’s life, ongoing communication among caregivers, and the administration of formal developmental screenings. This quality improvement capstone project focused on enhancing the education and resources available to daycare teachers regarding developmental milestones, recognizing red flags in development, communicating with parents, and determining appropriate next steps if milestones are missed or therapy services are required. A resource binder was created for each daycare classroom alongside a presentation given to educate staff on developmental topics by age. Evaluation of daycare staff perception …

Laryngeal Granuloma Reduction Following Treatment With High-Dose Oral Steroids., Jordan A Higgs, Lauren E Melley, Omar Ramadan, Robert T Sataloff

Otolaryngology (ENT) Resident Research

No abstract available

Partisanship Creep, Katherine Shaw

Northwestern University Law Review

It was once well settled and uncontroversial—reflected in legislative enactments, Executive Branch practice, judicial doctrine, and the broader constitutional culture—that the Constitution imposed limits on government partisanship. This principle was one instantiation of a broader set of rule of law principles: that law is not merely an instrument of political power; that government resources should not be used to further partisan interests, or to damage partisan adversaries.

For at least a century, each branch of the federal government has participated in the development and articulation of this nonpartisanship principle. In the legislative realm, federal statutes beginning with the 1883 Pendleton …