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The Effect Of Lactate Buildup As An Energy Substrate During A Short-Duration, High-Intensity Run Of 400-M And A Medium Run Of 800-M On Uta Kinesiology Students, Davor Krnjajic May 2011

The Effect Of Lactate Buildup As An Energy Substrate During A Short-Duration, High-Intensity Run Of 400-M And A Medium Run Of 800-M On Uta Kinesiology Students, Davor Krnjajic

Kinesiology Student Research - Archive

Lactic acid is a metabolic byproduct of the anaerobic glycolysis energy system present in blood and muscle. Some research indicates that lactic acid is a marker of fatigue during short duration exercise due to its dissociation into lactate and the H+ ion, whose accumulation in tissues and blood can lead to a subsequent decrement in muscle and plasma pH causing an inhibition of coupling mechanisms and enzymatic processes necessary for maintenance of muscular force production. Other studies have not implicated lactate to be the sole contributor of fatigue, as different types of exercise produce multifaceted fatigue factors, depending on muscle …


What Does It Take To Be A National Cheerleading Champion?, Rolando J. Aviles May 2011

What Does It Take To Be A National Cheerleading Champion?, Rolando J. Aviles

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Cheerleading involves the performance of skills requiring a high degree of muscular strength, endurance, flexibility, balance, and determination. Despite the trend of cheerleaders performing increasingly difficult and athletic skills, very little is known about their physiological fitness levels.


Comparing Limit Of Stability And Sensory Organization Test Scores As A Predictor Of Fall Risk In Men And Women, Ampa Pantages May 2011

Comparing Limit Of Stability And Sensory Organization Test Scores As A Predictor Of Fall Risk In Men And Women, Ampa Pantages

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Falls in older patients often occur when several tasks are performed simultaneously and have become the leading cause of injuries such as bone fractures. Factors such as reaction time, flexibility, and directional control can help determine the fall risk in older individuals.


The Evaluation Of Hand Strength In An Aging Population, Linzi Ball May 2011

The Evaluation Of Hand Strength In An Aging Population, Linzi Ball

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Muscular deterioration is a well known effect that aging has on individuals. As a person gets older, their muscles naturally become worn down and more atrophied as compared to their younger counterparts. The ability of an individual to perform their activities of daily living may be compromised by low muscular strength even in healthy older individuals. There is mounting evidence to show not only endurance capacity but also strength is a predictor of health, especially in elderly people. Many studies have shown a correlation between muscular strength and future morbidity, disability, and mortality in these individuals and many of them …


The Effects Of Reading Distraction During Steady-State Exercise On Exercise Intensity, Megan Holt, Megan Tracy, Mitchel Samels May 2011

The Effects Of Reading Distraction During Steady-State Exercise On Exercise Intensity, Megan Holt, Megan Tracy, Mitchel Samels

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The consequence of reading during exercise on the cardiovascular response to exercise (e.g., heart rate response) and the intensity of the performed exercise remains incompletely understood through existing publications. Therefore, the aim of this study is to examine the effect of reading during exercise on heart rate responses to exercise and exercise intensity performance.


A Counterbalanced Cross-Over Study Of The Effects Of Visual, Auditory And No Feedback On Performance Measures In A Simulated Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, Carolyn Cason, Cynthia Trowbridge, Susan M. Baxley, Mark D. Ricard Jan 2011

A Counterbalanced Cross-Over Study Of The Effects Of Visual, Auditory And No Feedback On Performance Measures In A Simulated Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, Carolyn Cason, Cynthia Trowbridge, Susan M. Baxley, Mark D. Ricard

Kinesiology Faculty Publications & Presentations - Archive

Background: Previous research has demonstrated that trained rescuers have difficulties achieving and maintaining the correct depth and rate of chest compressions during both in and out of hospital cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Feedback on rate and depth mitigate decline in performance quality but not completely with the residual performance decline attributed to rescuer fatigue. The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of feedback (none, auditory only and visual only) on the quality of CPR and rescuer fatigue. Methods: Fifteen female volunteers performed 10 minutes of 30:2 CPR in each of three feedback conditions: none, auditory only, and visual …


The Effects Of A 15 Week Exercise Intervention On Fitness And Postural Control In Older Adults, Forest Melton Jan 2011

The Effects Of A 15 Week Exercise Intervention On Fitness And Postural Control In Older Adults, Forest Melton

Kinesiology Theses - Archive

Falls are the leading cause of nonfatal injuries in older adults, and often lead to adverse changes in confidence and lifestyle that trigger further declines in postural control. Decreased fitness is associated with poor performance on postural control assessments, especially those that increase task difficulty. The purpose of this study was to analyze the impact of a traditional Group Fitness class and a Wii Fitness exercise program on individual's ability to maintain postural control, with an environmental distracter. 87 community dwelling seniors were randomized into 1 of 3 groups (Control, Wii Fitness, Group Fitness). Interventions were delivered 3 times per …


Effect Of Delivery Modes On Physical Activity Levels: Face-To-Face Vs. Online, Chelsea Foster Jan 2011

Effect Of Delivery Modes On Physical Activity Levels: Face-To-Face Vs. Online, Chelsea Foster

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The purpose of this study was to determine physical activity levels in students enrolled in a walk/jog class that was delivered online and in a traditional face to face environment. Differences in voluntary exercise intensity and duration between the two delivery modes were examined as they specifically related to fulfilling the course requirements. Overall activity levels were determined for a 7 day period. Forty-three college students [mean (±SD) age: 24.7 ± 8.2 years; height: 65.7 ± 3.5 in; weight: 73.5 ± 17 kg] enrolled in a walk for fitness or walk for fitness class at the university level volunteered for …


A Randomized Cross-Over Study Of The Quality Of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Among Females Performing 30:2 And Hands-Only Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, Cynthia Trowbridge, Jesal N. Parekh, Mark D. Ricard, Jerald Potts, W Clive Patrickson, Carolyn Cason Jul 2009

A Randomized Cross-Over Study Of The Quality Of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Among Females Performing 30:2 And Hands-Only Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, Cynthia Trowbridge, Jesal N. Parekh, Mark D. Ricard, Jerald Potts, W Clive Patrickson, Carolyn Cason

Kinesiology Faculty Publications & Presentations - Archive

Background: Hands-Only cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is recommended for use on adult victims of witnessed out-of-hospital (OOH) sudden cardiac arrest or in instances where rescuers cannot perform ventilations while maintaining minimally interrupted quality compressions. Promotion of Hands-Only CPR should improve the incidence of bystander CPR and, subsequently, survival from OOH cardiac arrest; but, little is known about a rescuer's ability to deliver continuous chest compressions of adequate rate and depth for periods typical of emergency services response time. This study evaluated chest compression rate and depth as subjects performed Hands-Only CPR for 10 minutes. For comparison purposes, each also performed chest …


Ground Reaction Force Profiles In Acl Reconstructed Female Athletes, Ashley Mcgavern May 2008

Ground Reaction Force Profiles In Acl Reconstructed Female Athletes, Ashley Mcgavern

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Injury to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) has become a global topic of research, as the number of injuries is staggering and continues to increase each year because the underlying elements contributing to this injury have yet to be fully grasped. It is estimated that 80,000 – 250,000 ACL injuries occur annually in female athletics.(45) As a result, an estimated number of 100,000 ACL reconstructions are performed annually.(2) The uncertainty involving the contributing causes of this injury has naturally ushered uncertainty involving the treatment of the injury, i.e. surgical repair and subsequent rehabilitation. Although considerable gains toward improving surgical procedure …


Comparison Of Oxygen Consumption On Different Brands Of Elliptical Trainers In The Development Of A Metabolic Prediction Equation, Daniel Peter Swier Apr 2008

Comparison Of Oxygen Consumption On Different Brands Of Elliptical Trainers In The Development Of A Metabolic Prediction Equation, Daniel Peter Swier

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Purpose: The primary purpose of this study was to determine the effect of elliptical trainer brand on gas exchange data as well as to develop separate equations that are specific to certain brands. Methods: Twenty-three healthy volunteers participated in the study (22.3 ± 4.6 yrs, 172 ± 8.2 cm, 67.5± 9.3 kg). Subjects completed a treadmill VO2max test to determine fitness level, followed by two testing sessions on two different brands of elliptical trainers, the Precor EFX 576i® and the TRUE TS1®. Subjects exercised at the same watt level on each elliptical trainer as determined by resistance and cadence. Elliptical …


Can A Screening Algorithm For Obstructive Sleep Apnea Be Formulated From Maximal Exercise Test Variables?, Stacy Marie Lueking Dec 2007

Can A Screening Algorithm For Obstructive Sleep Apnea Be Formulated From Maximal Exercise Test Variables?, Stacy Marie Lueking

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Purpose: The primary purpose of this study was to compare the cardiopulmonary and electrocardiography exercise testing responses of overweight individuals between one group, at low-risk (LR) for developing OSA, versus another group at high-risk (HR) for developing OSA. Methods: Both men (N = 11) and women (N = 11) participated in the study (age 37.00 ± 12.55 yrs., BMI 35.61 ± 6.43). Each subject was assigned to one of two groups, LR (AHI ≤ 5) or HR (AHI > 5) depending upon their overnight AHI score from the ApneaLink® sleep report. In the LR (age 30.45 ± 8.40 yrs., BMI 34.93 …


Effects Of Age And Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (Cpr) Techniques On Characteristics Of Muscle Fatigue In Females Trained In Cpr Administration, Jesal N. Parekh Aug 2007

Effects Of Age And Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (Cpr) Techniques On Characteristics Of Muscle Fatigue In Females Trained In Cpr Administration, Jesal N. Parekh

Kinesiology Theses - Archive

Cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a widely popular and recommended assessment and intervention technique for life threatening conditions resulting from cardio-pulmonary disorders. As per the American Heart Association® 2005 revised guidelines for CPR administration, the rescuer is required to perform chest compressions and ventilations in the ratio of 30:2 at a rate of 100 compressions per minute with minimal interruption to chest compressions. In the process of CPR administration, the rescuer is likely to experience fatigue over time with continual compressions and ventilations. Fatigue is expected to manifest through variations in the rescuer's muscle activity, changes in joint kinetics and …


The Effects Of Pulsed Shortwave Diathermy And Stretch On The Torque-Angle Relation Of The Calf (Plantar Flexor) Muscles Association With Passive Stretch Both During And After Treatment, Megan J. Schorr May 2007

The Effects Of Pulsed Shortwave Diathermy And Stretch On The Torque-Angle Relation Of The Calf (Plantar Flexor) Muscles Association With Passive Stretch Both During And After Treatment, Megan J. Schorr

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Our objective was to assess the short-term effects of PSWD and stretch on the torque-angle relation of the calf both during and after PSWD treatment. We used a 3 X 4 and a 2 X 4 (Time X Treatment) crossover repeated measures design. The independent variables were condition (stretching during diathermy, stretching after diathermy, and stretching during and after diathermy treatment) and time (pre, post, 15-minutes post treatment). Sixteen males participated in the study. Dependent variables were energy absorbed, energy returned, peak torque, average stiffness, intramuscular temperature, and average range of motion (ROM). There was a greater increase in tissue …


Effects Of Concentric And Eccentric Contractions Of The Knee Extensors On Mechanical Work, Lactate Concentration, And Surface Emg, Jeremiah Cedric Campbell May 2007

Effects Of Concentric And Eccentric Contractions Of The Knee Extensors On Mechanical Work, Lactate Concentration, And Surface Emg, Jeremiah Cedric Campbell

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The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of eccentric and concentric muscle contractions on the frequency and amplitude of EMG, torque, blood lactate, and the amount of work done. Ten college-aged males performed either four sets of twenty eccentric or concentric maximal contractions to induce muscle fatigue. Pre- and post-fatigues measurements of torque, EMG, blood lactate and work done were recorded. A 2 x 2 repeated measures ANOVA was used to test for differences in condition (concentric, eccentric) and time (pre, post) for the following dependent variables: total work done, average torque, change in lactate concentrations VL …


The Effects Of Bench Height And Step Cadence In Aerobic Step Dance On Force Impact And Metabolic Cost, Dianna H. Putman May 2007

The Effects Of Bench Height And Step Cadence In Aerobic Step Dance On Force Impact And Metabolic Cost, Dianna H. Putman

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The purpose of this investigation was threefold: to (1) determine the acute metabolic responses of simple bench step aerobics at two cadences (128 and 134 beats per minute) and two bench heights (6 and 10 inches), (2) calculate the average vertical ground reaction force and time to peak with each condition, and (3) attempt to create a regression equation to predict force impact and caloric cost based upon physiological height, weight, step cadence, and bench height. Twelve subjects reported to the exercise physiology lab for maximal treadmill testing and the four testing conditions. There were significant differences between bench height …


The Acute Effects Of Active Warm-Up And Passive Warm-Up On Passive Tension, Troyce Solley Oct 2006

The Acute Effects Of Active Warm-Up And Passive Warm-Up On Passive Tension, Troyce Solley

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The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of active warm-up (stationary cycling) and passive warm-up (heat pack) on the mechanical properties of the hamstring musculature in vivo. Passive tension measurements were recorded during the passive knee extensions of ten men before and after an active warm-up, passive warm-up, and control treatments. The results of the present investigation revealed no effect of active warm-up or passive warm-up on the passive tension variables of energy absorbed, energy returned, peak torque, average stiffness, or peak stiffness of the hamstring musculature. These findings suggest that the mechanical properties of the connective …


A Model For A Policy On Hiv/Aids And Athletics, Laurie A. Bitting, Cynthia Trowbridge Dec 1996

A Model For A Policy On Hiv/Aids And Athletics, Laurie A. Bitting, Cynthia Trowbridge

Kinesiology Faculty Publications & Presentations - Archive

Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-infected athletes exist at the collegiate level and are engaging in competitive sports, as was revealed by a 1993 NCAA survey. Unfortunately, there is a void when the issue of policy for the HIVpositive athlete and his or her participation rights at the collegiate level is addressed. Given the controversial nature of opinion on HIV and the resultant acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), it is recommended that a policy be in place for an HIV-infected athlete before it is needed. Ithaca College has recently developed such a policy, and it is offered here to other educational institutions as …