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Effects Of Training With Blood Flow Restriction On Muscular Strength: A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis, Katelyn Gear, Kyungun Kim, Sukho Lee
Effects Of Training With Blood Flow Restriction On Muscular Strength: A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis, Katelyn Gear, Kyungun Kim, Sukho Lee
International Journal of Exercise Science
International Journal of Exercise Science 15(3): 1563-1577, 2022. The purpose of this study was to analyze how blood flow restriction (BFR) training influences muscular strength through a systematic review and meta-analysis. The review was conducted according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analyses guidelines. The following databases were used to conduct the research: Academic Search Complete, Medline, Web of Science, SPORT-Discus, HealthSource: Consumer, and HealthSource: Nursing. The following search limitations were included in this study: full-text articles investigating the effects of BFR training on muscular strength, published in a peer-reviewed academic journal, and published in the English …
Modeling Of Population Dynamics In Spatially Continuous And Heterogeneous Environments Using Partial Differential Equations, Ryan T. St. Clair
Modeling Of Population Dynamics In Spatially Continuous And Heterogeneous Environments Using Partial Differential Equations, Ryan T. St. Clair
Masters Theses & Specialist Projects
This thesis provides an expansion of existing reaction diffusion population ecology models into patchy landscapes with greater spatial heterogeneity. The Sturm-Loiville eigenvalue problem for a heterogeneous 3 patch landscape is solved implicitly and the population growth rate and migration dynamics on such a landscape are thoroughly discussed. In addition a system of interface equations is found whose greatest solution is the dominant eigenvalue of an N-patch landscape. The results of this model agree well with previously published results and show the mathematical equivalence of two published approaches for incorporating organism behavior at habitat interfaces. Increased modeling capabilities in heterogeneous environments …
Functional Analysis Of Legionella Pneumophila Effector Protein, Shreya Neupane
Functional Analysis Of Legionella Pneumophila Effector Protein, Shreya Neupane
Masters Theses & Specialist Projects
Legionella pneumophila is a gram-negative bacterium that causes Legionnaire’s disease (a severe form of pneumonia) in humans. L. pneumophila can cause infection by utilizing its Type IV secretion system, a protein secretion system that transports proteins from the bacterial cytosol into the infected macrophage. Effectors released from the Type Iv secretion system allow L. pneumophila to create a safe environment to survive, replicate and cause infection. One such effector, RavQ, inhibits cell proliferation of mammalian HEK 293T cells and localizes to the cell’s nucleus, leading us to hypothesize that RavQ interferes with cellular activity in the nucleus. To detect its …
Alfred Russel Wallace Notes 24. Wallace At 200: Potential Subjects For Student Theses, Charles H. Smith
Alfred Russel Wallace Notes 24. Wallace At 200: Potential Subjects For Student Theses, Charles H. Smith
Faculty/Staff Personal Papers
The bicentennial of Alfred Russel Wallace’s birth in 2023 will likely produce a wide array of reviews of his life and work; here, we pause for a short look at some Wallace-related questions that might be adapted for student theses and dissertations. Some of the subjects treated fall in with established lines of research, while others are suggested by other Wallace interests or activities that have not been much explored.
Alfred Russel Wallace Notes 23: The Jersey Devil, And Friends, Charles H. Smith
Alfred Russel Wallace Notes 23: The Jersey Devil, And Friends, Charles H. Smith
Faculty/Staff Personal Papers
For nearly three hundred years reports have surfaced of a purported cryptid form known as the ‘Jersey devil.’ In this work an interpretation of the goals of biogeography is given, and how this field can be related to such alleged phenomena, as well as to some of the ideas of Alfred Russel Wallace (1823-1913) that seem to find their origin in the writings of Benedict de Spinoza (1632-1677).
Exploring Stress Mindset And Perceived Stress Between College Student-Athletes And Non-Athletes, Creighton Avery, Amber M. Shipherd, Sarah Gomez, Kelly B. Renner
Exploring Stress Mindset And Perceived Stress Between College Student-Athletes And Non-Athletes, Creighton Avery, Amber M. Shipherd, Sarah Gomez, Kelly B. Renner
International Journal of Exercise Science
International Journal of Exercise Science 15(5): 1554-1562, 2022. One’s beliefs about the nature of stress (e.g., stress mindset) play a large role in the extent to which one experiences the detrimental or beneficial outcomes of stress. Stress mindset has been explored in college students, but there is limited research on stress mindsets in student-athletes. Sport can serve as a buffer to the negative impacts of stress for some student-athletes; however, pressures associated with sport participation increase stress in other student-athletes. Therefore, the purpose was to examine potential differences in stress mindset and perceived stress between non-athletes and college student-athletes. We …
Measurement Of Physical Activity With Wrist-Worn Actigraph Gt3x+ In Older Women, Michal T. Smith, Erin E. Kishman, Robert G. Weaver, Jennifer R. O'Neill, Xuewen Wang
Measurement Of Physical Activity With Wrist-Worn Actigraph Gt3x+ In Older Women, Michal T. Smith, Erin E. Kishman, Robert G. Weaver, Jennifer R. O'Neill, Xuewen Wang
International Journal of Exercise Science
International Journal of Exercise Science 15(7): 1538-1553, 2022. Higher wear compliance has been seen with wrist placed accelerometers versus hip placed. Performance of wrist placed ActiGraph GT3X+ accelerometer (GT3X+, ActiGraph LLC, Pensacola, FL) in assessing physical activity (PA) remains unclear. PURPOSE: This study examined GT3X+’s performance in measuring PA energy expenditure (PAEE) and classifying PA intensity in older women. METHODS: Women [n = 89, age = 65.6 (4.3)] wore GT3X+ and SenseWear Armband Mini (SWAM, BodyMedia Inc. Pittsburgh, PA) for 2 weeks. Concurrently, doubly labeled water (DLW) determined total daily energy expenditure (TDEE). Resting energy expenditure (REE) was determined …
Cognitive Function Is Unaffected During Acute Hypoxic Exposure But Was Improved Following Exercise, Jasmin R. Jenkins, Owen F. Salmon, Cory M. Smith
Cognitive Function Is Unaffected During Acute Hypoxic Exposure But Was Improved Following Exercise, Jasmin R. Jenkins, Owen F. Salmon, Cory M. Smith
International Journal of Exercise Science
International Journal of Exercise Science 15(5): 1481-1491, 2022. To investigate the effects of two levels of acute hypoxic exposure and exercise compared to normoxia on the Stroop color word test. A total of 14 (4 females and 10 males) active participants with a self-reported (mean±SEM) 8.54±1.44 h/week of physical activity, performed a 3-repetition maximum hex/trap bar deadlift, Hand-Release Push-Up, and Leg Tuck events from the Army Combat Fitness Test at normoxia and normobaric hypoxia of fraction of inspired oxygen (FiO2) of 16% and 14.3%. The Stroop color-word test was administered on a touch screen device before and after …
Effects Of Oxidative Damage During Ruesi Dadton Exercise In Mild Cognitive Impairment: A Randomized Controlled Trial, Phaksachiphon Khanthong, Ananya Dechakhamphu, Kusuma Sriyakul, Aungkana Krajarng, Chuntida Kamalashiran, Parunkul Tungsukruthai
Effects Of Oxidative Damage During Ruesi Dadton Exercise In Mild Cognitive Impairment: A Randomized Controlled Trial, Phaksachiphon Khanthong, Ananya Dechakhamphu, Kusuma Sriyakul, Aungkana Krajarng, Chuntida Kamalashiran, Parunkul Tungsukruthai
International Journal of Exercise Science
International Journal of Exercise Science 15(3): 1528-1537, 2022. This study aimed to investigate the effect of biomarkers of oxidative stress (OS) in 8-isoprostane (8-iso) and 8-hydroxy-2'–deoxyguanosine (8-OH-dG) on mild cognitive impairment (MCI) during a 12-week Ruesi Dadton (RD) exercise. A total of 274 enrolled participants were classified into blocks based on age and formal educational years, and randomly assigned into two groups: RD and control (CON). The participants’ cognitive functions were tested using Mini-Mental State Examination and Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) scores to screen for MCI. Urine samples of approximately 30 mL were collected from both groups pre- and post-intervention. …
Neuromuscular Fatigability Associated With Different Pacing Strategies During An Ultra-Endurance Pull-Up Task: A Case Study, Jenny Zhang, Arash Khassetarash, Guillaume Y. Millet, Saied J. Aboodarda
Neuromuscular Fatigability Associated With Different Pacing Strategies During An Ultra-Endurance Pull-Up Task: A Case Study, Jenny Zhang, Arash Khassetarash, Guillaume Y. Millet, Saied J. Aboodarda
International Journal of Exercise Science
International Journal of Exercise Science 15(3): 1514-1527, 2022. While neuromuscular fatigability has been previously characterized after running and cycling, no study has investigated an ultra-endurance upper body task. In preparation for a world record attempt, three pacing strategies to perform 1980 pull-ups in 6 hrs were compared during independent sessions: fast pace, long recovery (FL), fast pace, multiple short recoveries (FMS), and slow pace, no recovery (SN). Elbow flexion maximal voluntary contraction (MVC) force, grip strength, peripheral fatigue, and biceps brachii electromyography were quantified every 330 pull-ups and during recovery, alongside heart rate, perceived effort, and arm muscle pain. In …
Is There A Relationship Between Foot Reaction Time And Ankle Frontal Plane Torque In Female Soccer Athletes: A Pilot Study., Maggie Feehan, Andrew Shim, Guilherme M. Cesar, Amy Burggraff
Is There A Relationship Between Foot Reaction Time And Ankle Frontal Plane Torque In Female Soccer Athletes: A Pilot Study., Maggie Feehan, Andrew Shim, Guilherme M. Cesar, Amy Burggraff
International Journal of Exercise Science
International Journal of Exercise Science 15(1): 1506-1513, 2022. The purpose of this study was to determine if a relationship existed between foot reaction time and ankle frontal plane peak torque in female soccer athletes. A one-shot case study design was selected for this investigation. Seventeen female college athletes volunteered to participate. Right and left foot reaction time measurements were assessed using 3x4 switch mats interfaced with a precise timing counter. Participants stood in front of the mat with eyes closed and responded to the auditory stimulus by touching the mat as fast as possible with their foot. Two trials were …
The Triple Step In Recreational Swing Dancers: A Kinematic Analysis, Meredith D. Wells, Feng Yang
The Triple Step In Recreational Swing Dancers: A Kinematic Analysis, Meredith D. Wells, Feng Yang
International Journal of Exercise Science
International Journal of Exercise Science 15(1): 1492-1505, 2022. Swing dancing is gaining popularity, yet our biomechanical understanding of swing dance remains poor, creating barriers to the development of training protocols and evaluation of performances. This study aimed to determine whether dancing with or without a partner affects the lower extremity kinematics of the triple step, and if the kinematics differ among the three steps of the dance element. Eight recreational swing dancers completed three sets of rightward triple steps with and without a partner. The angles in the sagittal, frontal and transverse planes were determined for bilateral lower limb joints …
The Effect Of Neuropriming And Focus Of Attention On Amateur Standing Long Jump Performance, Alexandra Mazza, Victoria Cimo, Kevin A. Valenzuela, Will Wu
The Effect Of Neuropriming And Focus Of Attention On Amateur Standing Long Jump Performance, Alexandra Mazza, Victoria Cimo, Kevin A. Valenzuela, Will Wu
International Journal of Exercise Science
International Journal of Exercise Science 15(1): 1472-1480, 2022. Non-invasive brain stimulation has been prominent in recent neurophysiology research. The use of brain stimulation has not been examined in combination with the focus of attention paradigm, an established motor control tool. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to examine the effects of both brain stimulation and focus of attention on the outcome performance, peak force, lower extremity joint kinematics, and projection angle of a standing long jump. Forty-one participants were assigned to either the brain stimulation group or placebo group via a counterbalance design based on leg length and jump …
Convergent Validity Of The Short Recovery And Stress Scale In Collegiate Weightlifters, Alec R. Perkins, S. Kyle Travis, Satoshi Miziguchi, Michael Stone, Kevin Breuel, Michael Kellmann, Caleb Bazyler
Convergent Validity Of The Short Recovery And Stress Scale In Collegiate Weightlifters, Alec R. Perkins, S. Kyle Travis, Satoshi Miziguchi, Michael Stone, Kevin Breuel, Michael Kellmann, Caleb Bazyler
International Journal of Exercise Science
International Journal of Exercise Science 15(6): 1457-1471, 2022. The purpose of this study was to determine whether changes in collegiate weightlifters’ external training load, biochemical markers, and jumping performance correlate to changes in items of the Short Recovery and Stress Scale (SRSS) throughout four microcycles. Twelve well-trained weightlifters (8 males, 4 females; age 24.30 ± 4.36 yr; height 170.28 ± 7.09 cm; body mass 81.73 ± 17.00 kg) with at least one year of competition experience participated in the study. Measurements included hydration, SRSS, biochemical analysis of blood (cortisol [C], creatine kinase [CK]), and unloaded and loaded squat jumps (SJ), …
A Pilot, Virtual Exercise Intervention Improves Health And Fitness During The Covid-19 Pandemic, Alexander H.K. Montoye, Makenzie J. Rajewski, Drew A. Marshall, Sylvia E. Neph, Karin A. Pfeiffer
A Pilot, Virtual Exercise Intervention Improves Health And Fitness During The Covid-19 Pandemic, Alexander H.K. Montoye, Makenzie J. Rajewski, Drew A. Marshall, Sylvia E. Neph, Karin A. Pfeiffer
International Journal of Exercise Science
International Journal of Exercise Science 15(7): 1395-1417, 2022. Physical activity levels are low in individuals with chronic disease (e.g., obesity) and have worsened during the COVID-19 pandemic. Purpose: Our pilot study tested a virtual exercise intervention for rural-dwelling adults with chronic disease from January-April 2021 for changes in mental health, physical fitness, and physical activity and for intervention fidelity. Methods: Participants (n = 8 [7 female]; age = 57.5 ± 13.8 years, body mass index = 38.2 ± 8.0 kg/m2) completed an exercise intervention led virtually by collegiate health science majors. Participants attended two 60-minute sessions/week for …
Changes In Fitness-Fatness Index Following A Personalized, Community-Based Exercise Program In Physically Inactive Adults: A Randomised Controlled Trial, Abbey M. Jones, Lance C. Dalleck, Ryan M. Weatherwax, Joyce S. Ramos
Changes In Fitness-Fatness Index Following A Personalized, Community-Based Exercise Program In Physically Inactive Adults: A Randomised Controlled Trial, Abbey M. Jones, Lance C. Dalleck, Ryan M. Weatherwax, Joyce S. Ramos
International Journal of Exercise Science
International Journal of Exercise Science 15(4): 1418-1429, 2022. Fitness-fatness index (FFI) is used to identify those at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular events. It is measured as the ratio between an individual’s cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) and waist-to-height ratio. Studies suggest that CRF and waist-to-height ratio are modifiable and can be improved by exercise. However, there is limited evidence surrounding a personalized approach to exercise prescription. This study investigated the impact of a 12-week personalized exercise program on FFI among sedentary individuals. It was hypothesized that the intervention would be effective in improving FFI in this cohort. …
Exercise Based Cancer Rehabilitation Program Improves Phase Angle In Breast Cancer Survivors, Trevor Short, Cheri Teranishi-Hashimoto, Paulette Yamada
Exercise Based Cancer Rehabilitation Program Improves Phase Angle In Breast Cancer Survivors, Trevor Short, Cheri Teranishi-Hashimoto, Paulette Yamada
International Journal of Exercise Science
International Journal of Exercise Science 15(3): 1444-1456, 2022. Phase angle (PhA) is an index of cell membrane integrity and prognostic indicator of survival and quality of life in cancer survivors. The efficacy of exercise-based cancer rehabilitation programs (ExCR) on PhA is unknown. To assess the effect of ExCR on PhA in breast cancer survivors. Fifty-nine female breast cancer survivors (61 ± 9 years) were referred to the ExCR by their oncologist and participated in one-on-one exercise-based training for 90 minutes, 3 times a week, for 12 weeks. Training sessions included 45 minutes of resistance training at intensities between 40-85% of …
Functional Benefits Of Hard Martial Arts For Older Adults: A Scoping Review, Ian Miller, Mike Climstein, Luke Del Vecchio
Functional Benefits Of Hard Martial Arts For Older Adults: A Scoping Review, Ian Miller, Mike Climstein, Luke Del Vecchio
International Journal of Exercise Science
International Journal of Exercise Science 15(3): 1430-1443, 2022. The present scoping review focused upon the functional benefits of hard martial arts training for older adults. The AXIS Critical Appraisal Tool was used to appraise all studies included in the review. A systematic literature search identified 265 papers via electronic database and ten papers from additional sources. Of these, six studies featuring 240 participants were included in the final scoping review. Of the included studies, three were randomized control trials and three were comparative studies with concurrent controls. The available studies outlined improvements in functional fitness parameters for older adults participating …
The Association Of Field Test Outcomes With Peak Oxygen Uptake In Patients With Cystic Fibrosis: A Systematic Review, Natália E. Campos, Fernanda M. Vendrusculo, Gisele A. Da Costa, Ingrid S. De Almeida, Nicolas A. Becker, Márcio V F Donadio
The Association Of Field Test Outcomes With Peak Oxygen Uptake In Patients With Cystic Fibrosis: A Systematic Review, Natália E. Campos, Fernanda M. Vendrusculo, Gisele A. Da Costa, Ingrid S. De Almeida, Nicolas A. Becker, Márcio V F Donadio
International Journal of Exercise Science
International Journal of Exercise Science 15(3): 1381-1394, 2022. The purpose of the study was to evaluate the association of field test outcomes with peak oxygen uptake (VO2peak) in patients with cystic fibrosis (CF) and to describe the main prediction equations available. Data searches were performed in five databases (Pubmed, Embase, LILACs, Scopus and Web of Science) and also in the reference lists of articles included. The following inclusion criteria were used: studies including individuals with CF, presenting both a field test and a cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET), and describing a predictive equation or coefficient of correlation/determination. Case studies, …
Kentucky Warbler (Vol. 98, No. 4), Department Of Library Special Collections
Kentucky Warbler (Vol. 98, No. 4), Department Of Library Special Collections
The Kentucky Warbler
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Four Weeks Of Hericium Erinaceus Supplementation Does Not Impact Markers Of Metabolic Flexibility Or Cognition, Corey Grozier, Victor Alves, Lauren Killen, Eric O'Neal, Jeffrey Simpson, Hunter Waldman
Four Weeks Of Hericium Erinaceus Supplementation Does Not Impact Markers Of Metabolic Flexibility Or Cognition, Corey Grozier, Victor Alves, Lauren Killen, Eric O'Neal, Jeffrey Simpson, Hunter Waldman
International Journal of Exercise Science
International Journal of Exercise Science 15(2): 1366-1380, 2022. Hericium erinaceus (HE), also known as Lion’s Mane mushroom, has been found to enhance cognition and metabolic flexibility in various animal models. To date however, only four studies exist in humans and none have evaluated the effects of HE on markers of metabolic flexibility or cognitive performance. A single-blind, placebo controlled, parallel-longitudinal study was used to determine the effects of HE on markers of metabolic flexibility and cognition. Twenty-four participants completed a graded exercise test on a cycle ergometer to analyze substrate oxidation rates and markers of cardiorespiratory fitness. Additionally, two dual-task …
Variables Associated With High School Shot Put Performance, Rebecca Caughey, Camille Thomas
Variables Associated With High School Shot Put Performance, Rebecca Caughey, Camille Thomas
International Journal of Exercise Science
International Journal of Exercise Science 15(6): 1357-1365, 2022. This study determined the relationship between high school athletes' maximal strength, jumping, and sprinting with shot put performance. High school athletes (n = 9; 16.9 ± 1 years; 110.4 ± 10.8 kg; 183.73 ± 9.33 cm) performed the broad jump, 1RM squat, 1RM bench, 40-yard dash with 10-yd split, and shot put. Strong positive correlations between shot put performance and broad jump (r = 0.89), 1RM squat (r = 0.90), and 1RM bench press (r = 0.87), and a strong negative correlation between shot put performance and 40-yd …
Physical Activity Is Related To Mental Health And Sexual Orientation Among Women In College, Ellen M. Brooks, Oliver W.A. Wilson, Lucas Elliott, Michele Duffey, Melissa Bopp
Physical Activity Is Related To Mental Health And Sexual Orientation Among Women In College, Ellen M. Brooks, Oliver W.A. Wilson, Lucas Elliott, Michele Duffey, Melissa Bopp
International Journal of Exercise Science
International Journal of Exercise Science 15(5): 1347-1356, 2022. Non-heterosexual women tend to report lower physical activity and poorer mental health than their heterosexual counterparts. The purpose of this study was to examine differences in mental health (stress and depression) and physical activity among female college students by sexual orientation. Students self-reported socio-demographic characteristics, physical activity, perceived stress, and depressive symptoms via an online survey. Correlations, independent samples t-tests, and multiple regression analyses were used to examine relationships between perceived stress, depressive symptoms, physical activity, and sexual orientation. Most participants (n = 1072, 20.0 ± 1.5 years) identified as heterosexual …
Impact Of Two Types Of Fitness Programs On Soldier Physical Fitness, Aaron G. Parks, William H. Murrah, Wendi H. Weimar, Paige A. Mchenry, Donald Bigham, Kkevin Giordano, Joellen M. Sefton
Impact Of Two Types Of Fitness Programs On Soldier Physical Fitness, Aaron G. Parks, William H. Murrah, Wendi H. Weimar, Paige A. Mchenry, Donald Bigham, Kkevin Giordano, Joellen M. Sefton
International Journal of Exercise Science
International Journal of Exercise Science 15(4): 1326-1346, 2022. This study compared an expert supervised, fully resourced physical training (PT) program compared to a traditional physical training PT plan on Army Officer Candidate School (OSC) soldier fitness outcomes. This retrospective cohort study compared 228 OCS soldiers (179 male [26.74±3.78 years] and 49 female [26.55±4.18 years]) in two companies for 12 weeks. One company participated in a fully resourced PT program designed by fitness experts to improve overall fitness and mobility (TAP-C). One company participated in traditional physical training designed to excel on the Army combat fitness test (ACFT, includes deadlift, power …
The Effects Of Step Aerobic Training On Muscle Power And Agility In Female Badminton Players, Charee Jansupom, Yupaporn Kanpetta, Khaothin Thawichai, Sarawut Kusump, Ashira Hiruntrakul
The Effects Of Step Aerobic Training On Muscle Power And Agility In Female Badminton Players, Charee Jansupom, Yupaporn Kanpetta, Khaothin Thawichai, Sarawut Kusump, Ashira Hiruntrakul
International Journal of Exercise Science
International Journal of Exercise Science 15(6): 1317-1325, 2022. The purpose of the study was to compare the effects of step aerobic training (SAT) on muscle power and agility in female badminton players. Twenty female badminton players were assigned to experimental groups (EG = 10) were for 30 minutes 3 days a week to perform SAT (age: 16.70 ± 1.15 yrs), and control groups (CG = 10) were regular badminton training. (age: 16.60 ± 1.17 yrs). Measures of muscle power was tested with a knee extensors (KE) and knee flexors (KF) isokinetic peak toque 180°/sec (NM) and agility was tested in …
The Reliability Of Three-Dimensional Inertial Measurement Units In Capturing Lower-Body Joint Kinematics During Single-Leg Landing Tasks, Jacob M. Thomas, Roger O. Kollock
The Reliability Of Three-Dimensional Inertial Measurement Units In Capturing Lower-Body Joint Kinematics During Single-Leg Landing Tasks, Jacob M. Thomas, Roger O. Kollock
International Journal of Exercise Science
International Journal of Exercise Science 15(1): 1306-1316, 2022. 3-D inertial measurement units (IMUs) have advantages over other types of motion capture systems, as IMUs cannot be obstructed by equipment and gear. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to assess the reliability of IMUs in measuring joint angles at the hip, knee, and ankle during two types of single-leg landings: 1) drop-landing (DL) and 2) leap-landing (LL). Nineteen subjects, both males (n = 9, 21.88 ± 1.64 yrs, 178.36 ± 9.68 cm, 185.68 ± 16.63 kg) and females (n = 11, 22.45 ± 4.32 yrs, 171.57 ± 6.55 …
Deaths In Open Water Swimming Races In Brazil From 2009 To 2019, Fabrízio Di Masi, Gabriel Costa E Silva, Danielli Braga De Mello, David Szpilman, Mike Tipton
Deaths In Open Water Swimming Races In Brazil From 2009 To 2019, Fabrízio Di Masi, Gabriel Costa E Silva, Danielli Braga De Mello, David Szpilman, Mike Tipton
International Journal of Exercise Science
International Journal of Exercise Science 15(6): 1295-1305, 2022. Since the inclusion in the Olympic Games (2008), open swimming races have attracted greater media attention and, therefore, have a greater number of practitioners, especially in Brazil, an extremely favorable country for this sport. However, increasing reports of fatal incidents in open water races brought the medical and scientific community to attention. The aim of this study was to review the characteristics of deaths in open waters events in Brazil from 2009 to 2019. The survey was divided into 3 steps: 1) contacting sports-related federations and companies, including swimming and triathlon federations, …
Exploring Predictive Ability Of Fitness Test Data Relative To Fire Academy Graduation In Trainees: Practical Applications For Physical Training, Robert G. Lockie, Robin (Rob) Marc Orr, Fernando Montes, Tomas Ruvalcaba, J. Jay Dawes
Exploring Predictive Ability Of Fitness Test Data Relative To Fire Academy Graduation In Trainees: Practical Applications For Physical Training, Robert G. Lockie, Robin (Rob) Marc Orr, Fernando Montes, Tomas Ruvalcaba, J. Jay Dawes
International Journal of Exercise Science
International Journal of Exercise Science 15(4): 1274-1294, 2022. This study investigated the predictive abilities of fitness tests relative to academy graduation in firefighter trainees. Archival fitness test data from 305 trainees were analyzed, including: Illinois agility test (IAT); push-ups; pull-ups; leg tucks; multistage fitness test; 4.54-kg backwards overhead medicine ball throw (BOMBT); 10-repetition maximum deadlift; and a 91.44-m farmers carry with 18-kg kettlebells. Within the department, trainees were allocated points for each test. Trainees were split into graduated (245 males, 16 females) or released (29 males, 15 females) groups. Independent samples t-tests and effect sizes calculated between-group fitness test differences …
Physiological Responses To Speed-Matched Running On Non-Motorized Assault Airrunner Versus Traditional Treadmills In Active Females: A Pilot Study, Noelle Morrow, Kayla Mitchell, Hannah Weighart, Diana Alonzo, Stephen Ives
Physiological Responses To Speed-Matched Running On Non-Motorized Assault Airrunner Versus Traditional Treadmills In Active Females: A Pilot Study, Noelle Morrow, Kayla Mitchell, Hannah Weighart, Diana Alonzo, Stephen Ives
International Journal of Exercise Science
International Journal of Exercise Science 15(4): 1262-1273, 2022. Treadmills are utilized as a training tool to improve aerobic fitness, but precise understanding of intensity and the corresponding physiological strain is critical for optimizing exercise prescription and associated adaptations. Running on non-motorized, curved treadmills may result in greater oxygen uptake (VO2), increased heart rate (HR), and increased rating of perceived exertion (RPE) compared to traditional motorized treadmills. The purpose of this study was to investigate the physiological responses on non-motorized versus traditional motorized treadmills during speed-matched running. Participants were 4 college-aged, recreationally active females. HR, VO2, respiratory …
Implementation Of High Intensity Interval Training And Autoregulatory Progressive Resistance Exercise In A Law Enforcement Training Academy, Gabriel J. Martinez, Xin Ma, Stuart A. Best, Benjamin F. Johnson, Mark Abel
Implementation Of High Intensity Interval Training And Autoregulatory Progressive Resistance Exercise In A Law Enforcement Training Academy, Gabriel J. Martinez, Xin Ma, Stuart A. Best, Benjamin F. Johnson, Mark Abel
International Journal of Exercise Science
International Journal of Exercise Science 15(4): 1246-1261, 2022. The purpose of this investigation was to assess the feasibility and efficacy of implementing autoregulatory progressive resistance exercise (APRE) and high intensity interval training (HIIT) methodologies to improve physical fitness and occupational physical ability in police cadets. Two law enforcement academy classes were stratified into a standard care academy training cohort (SC; n=32, m=27, f=5) and a high performance cohort (HP; n=31; m=27, f=4) that utilized APRE and HIIT methodologies during a 17-week academy training program. Demographic, internal loading parameters, anthropometric, fitness outcomes (i.e., 1.5-mile run, 1-repetition maximum bench press, sit-up repetitions, …