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Learning To Play: A “Hedgehog Concept” For Physical Education, Tyler Johnson

Kinesiology Faculty Publications and Presentations

What is physical education and why does it exist? Despite its relatively long and storied history, consensus about physical education’s existence remains minimal. According to Jim Collins, author of the best-selling book Good to Great, organizations or groups of professionals should determine a “hedgehog concept” or a primary reason for their existence. This article explores three questions developed by Collins to help organizations identify a hedgehog concept: (a) what are we deeply passionate about? (b) what can we be the best in the world at? and/or what can we not be the best in the world at? and (c) what …

Thermoregulatory, Cardiovascular, And Perceptual Responses To Intermittent Cooling During Exercise In A Hot, Humid Outdoor Environment, Michelle A. Cleary, Michelle G. Toy, Rebecca M. Lopez

Athletic Training Faculty Articles and Research

Decreasing core body temperature during exercise may improve exercise tolerance, facilitate acclimatization, and prevent heat illness during summer training. We sought to evaluate the effectiveness of intermittent superficial cooling on thermoregulatory, cardiovascular, and perceptual responses during exercise in a hot humid environment. We used a randomized, counterbalanced, repeated measures investigation with 2 conditions (control and cooling) during exercise and recovery outdoors on artificial turf in a hot, humid tropical climate in the sun (wet bulb globe temperature outdoors [WBGTo], 27.0 6 0.88 C; range, 25.8–28.18 C) and in the shade (WBGTo, 25.4 6 0.98 C; range, 24.3–26.88 C). Participants were …

The Acute Effects Of Whole-Body Corrective Exercise On Postural Alignment, Nicole Renee Rencher

Theses and Dissertations

This study examined the acute effects of whole-body corrective exercise on postural alignment in a sample of 50 male participants (18-30 y) displaying asymmetrical postural deviations. All participants were randomly assigned to either a non-exercise control (n = 25) or corrective exercise treatment (n = 25) group. A three-dimensional motion analysis Vicon system was employed to quantify standing postural alignment at the beginning and end of a 6 d study. Postural misalignments were determined in degrees of symmetry (tilt) and rotation using horizontal and vertical virtual plumb lines for the following locations: hip (ASIS), leg (greater trochanter), shoulder (acromion process), …

The Effect Of Interval Training On Resting Blood Pressure, Camilla May Nielson

Theses and Dissertations

Purpose: An experimental study to examine the effects of CardioWaves interval training (IT) and continuous training (CT) on resting blood pressure, resting heart rate, and mind-body wellness. Methods: Fifty-two normotensive (blood pressure <120/80 mmHg), pre-hypertensive (120-139/80-89 mmHg), and hypertensive (>140/90 mmHg) participants were randomly assigned and equally divided between the IT and CT groups. Both groups participated in the assigned exercise protocol thirty minutes per day, four days per week for eight weeks. Resting blood pressure, resting heart rate, and mind-body wellness were measured pre- and post-intervention. Results: A total of 47 participants (15 females and 32 males) were included in the analysis. The IT group had …

Achilles Tendon Changes In Downhill, Level And Uphill Running, Katy Andrews Neves

Theses and Dissertations

In this study, we examined how hill running affects the Achilles tendon, which is a common location for injuries in runners. Twenty females ran for 10 min on three randomly selected grades (-6%, 0%, +6%). Achilles tendon (AT) cross-sectional area (CSA) was imaged using Doppler ultrasound and peak vertical forces were analyzed using high-speed (240 Hz) videography. A metabolic cart and gas analyzer ensured a similar metabolic cost across grades. Data were analyzed using a forward selection regression. Results showed a decrease in AT CSA from pre-run to post-run (p = .0001). Peak vertical forces were different across grades (p …

Effect Of Fontan Fenestration On Regional Venous Oxygen Saturation During Exercise: Further Insights Into Fontan Fenestration Closure, Rohit S. Loomba, Michael E. Danduran, Jennifer E. Dixon, Rohit P. Rao

Exercise Science Faculty Research and Publications

Fontan fenestration closure is a topic of great debate. The body of data regarding the risks and benefits of fenestration closure is limited yet growing. Previous studies have demonstrated that Fontan patients have less exercise capacity than those with normal cardiovascular anatomy. Differences also have been noted within various subgroups of Fontan patients such as whether Fontan is fenestrated or not. This study aimed to compare trends in regional oxygen saturations using near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) in patients with Fontan circulations during ramping exercise to further delineate differences between patients with and without a fenestration. It was hypothesized that Fontan patients …

The Financial Burden Of Physical Inactivity, Li Li

Health Sciences & Kinesiology: Faculty Publications

According to the World Health Organization, “physical inactivity has been identified as the fourth leading risk factor for global mortality causing an estimated 3.2 million (annual) deaths globally.”¹

In the Research Highlight of the first issue of this journal, I reviewed the evidence which supports the notion that physical inactivity can cost lives, in terms of longevity and quality of life, especially in the last few years of our lives.² Here, I would like to review the literature that reveals the financial burden due to physical inactivity.

In a classic paper, Katzmarzyk and Janssen³ estimated that the …

Selected Predictors Of Ankle And Hip Mobilty In Baseball Pitching Performance And Ball Velocity, Derek E. Howell

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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Selected Predictors of Hip/Ankle Mobility for Baseball Pitching Performance and Ball Velocity

D.E. HOWELL and J.D. MILLER

Human Performance Lab, Department of Exercise of Sport Science, Oklahoma City University, Oklahoma City, OK

Category: Undergraduate

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Hip and ankle mobility are important variables in ball velocity and pitching performance. Possible indices in hip mobility are passivehip internal rotation (IR) and external rotation (ER). A contributor of ankle mobility is passive ankle dorsi-flexion (PAD). This study examines the relationship of selected indices in hip and ankle mobility for collegiate baseball pitchers with the athlete’s respective coaches’ rating of pitching performance …

Acute Vascular Effects Of Aquatic And Land Treadmill Exercise, Dustin Joubert, Peter Grandjean, Stephen Crouse

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A Comparison Of Heart Rate Slope Between High Fit And Recreational Fit Cyclists, Carpenter Wyatt, Megan Moats, Ashaunta Williams, Frank Wyatt

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A Comparison Of Heart Rate Variability Between High Fit And Recreational Fit Cyclists, Megan Moats, Ashaunta Williams, Carpenter Wyatt, Frank Wyatt

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A Comparison Of Heart Rate Threshold Points Between High Fit And Recreational Fit Cyclists, Ashaunta Williams, Carpenter Wyatt, Megan Moats, Frank Wyatt

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Exercise Attenuated Plasma Oxidized Low-Density Lipoprotein And Myeloperoxidase, Jin K. Park, Yunsuk Koh

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Independent And Combined Effects Of Menhaden Oil And High Fructose On Hepatic Lipid Metabolism, Tayler Nick, Kelsey B. Stout, Robert L. Peters, Justin J. Stout, Joshua S. Wooten

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The Lipogenic Effect Of High-Fructose Consumption On Nafld During Weight Loss, Kelsey B. Stout, Tayler N. Nick, Robert L. Peters, Justin J. Stout, Joshua S. Wooten

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Effect Of Carbohydrate Mouth Rinsing On Muscular Endurance Performance, Cynthia Alanis, Dr. John Smith

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Relationships Between Anthropometric And Performance Variables In Youth: Predictors Of Lower-Body Vertical Jump Peak Power, Alexander S. Drusch, Elias M. Carrillo, Jacob Adam Mota, Kendra D. Olinghouse, Matt S. Stock, Marc Lochbaum, Brennan J. Thompson

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Anthropometric and physical performance measurements are commonly used for identifying specific physical traits in youth. Laboratory-based tests (e.g., linear velocity transducers), while accurate, provide practical limitations due to high costs and technical necessities. Thus, commonly used field tests may be useful alternatives for assessing fitness/performance characteristics of youth. The purpose of this study was to examine the relationships between anthropometric measures and lower-and upper-body power and strength measures; and to assess the predictive ability of these measures for lower-body vertical jump peak power (PP) output in youth. Thirty-nine pre-adolescent (mean±SD, range: age=7.8±1.7, 5-12 years) children volunteered to participate in …

Energy Expenditure Following Acute Cold Exposure, Steven P. Stelly, Danielle Bravo, Natalie Hines, Loren Koehler, Michael Levi, Donovan L. Fogt

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Energy Expenditure following Acute Cold Exposure

Stelly S, Bravo D, Hines N, Koehler L, Levi M and Fogt D

Exercise Biochemistry & Metabolism Laboratory; Department of Kinesiology, Health & Nutrition; The University of Texas at San Antonio; San Antonio, TX

Category: Masters

Advisor / Mentor: Fogt, Donovan ([email protected])

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Whole body energy expenditure (i.e., RMR) increases during acute cold exposure. Whether this increase in energy expenditure persists in the post-cold term in humans due to non-shivering thermogenesis has not yet been evaluated. Therefore we tested the hypothesis that RMR would be different directly following acute cold exposure. …

Correlational Analysis Of Bmi And Balance In Adults 50 And Over, Rachel D. Latimer, Casi Helbig

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Sprints To Smarts: The Effect Of High Intensity Interval Training On Various Executive Functions, Wesley C. Kephart Mr., Mark D. Faries Mr., Eric J. Jones Mr., Malcolm T. Whitehead Mr.

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Effects Of Vaporized Nicotine On Resting Metabolic Rate And Physical Work Capacity, Michael A. Levi, Steven P. Stelly, Natalie Hines, Loren Koehler, Aida Nasirian, Javier Torres, Marsyl Cotton, William H. Cooke, Donovan L. Fogt, Caroline A. Rickards

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The Effects Of Shoulder And Knee Angular Velocity On The Performance Of A Volleyball Forearm Pass, Rachel R. Sellari, Jimmy Smith, Scott P. Mclean

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Snp-Induced Dilation Following A Short-Term Intraluminal Pressure Increase In Aged Skeletal Muscle Feed Arteries, John W. Seawright, Meredith J. Luttrell, Christopher R. Woodman

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A decline in peripheral vascular function occurs with age and is associated with an increased risk for cardiovascular disease. Moderate, aerobic exercise has been documented to improve or reverse the age-related decline in vascular function. The signal(s) associated with exercise responsible for the improvement in vascular function is not known; however, increased intraluminal pressure that occurs during a bout of exercise has been proposed to play an integral role. Previously, we reported that exposure to a short-term increase in intraluminal pressure improves endothelium-dependent vasodilator responses in aged arteries. The purpose of this study was to determine whether pressure treatment enhances …

Effects Of Vision On Dynamic Stability Against Backward Loss Of Balance In Young And Elderly Subjects, Brian J. Prejean, Christopher T. Ray, Mark D. Ricard

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Fitness A Stronger Exercise Motivator Among United States Female Collegiate Exercise Physiology Students Compared To Czech Republic, Jessica A. Peterson Ms

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Motivation is significant in influencing behavior change and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Physical appearance, weight control, and fitness enhancement are primary motivators for exercise participation and adherence. Exercise knowledge and cultural influences are less established. The purpose of this study was to compare exercise motivators among collegiate female exercise physiology students from the United States (US) and the Czech Republic (CR). US (N=28; age=21.1±2.2) and CR (N=25; age=20.2±1.5) freshman exercise physiology students from Valdosta State University (Valdosta, GA) and Palacký University (Olomouc, CR) volunteered for the study. A secondary analysis was conducted on female participants using body mass index (BMI) …

Monitoring The Approach Jump Of A Female Collegiate Volleyball Team Over Two Seasons, Anna Gentry, Jason D. Miller

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Gender And Age Trends Of The Coxsackievirus: A Retrospective Study Of A Pediatric Practice, Kara L. Curley, Jimmy C. Smith Ph.D

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Comparing Effectiveness Of Motivational Signage For Promoting Physical Activity Between Two Difference Story Buildings, Junyoung Hong

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Cutaneous Microvascular Endothelium Dependent Vasodilation Is Impaired In Young Obese Subjects, Jordan C. Patik, Kevin M. Christmas, R. Matthew Brothers

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Relationship Between 25(Oh) Vitamin D3 And Cerebral Vascular Reactivity In College-Aged African And Caucasian Americans, Chansol Hurr, Kiyoung Kim, R. Matthew Brothers

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