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A092: Research On The Influence Of Physical Exercise On Family Entrepreneurship In China, Weize Meng, Jun Feng

International Journal of Physical Activity and Health

Background/Purpose: Currently, the majority of Chinese people are hesitant to start a business and they are still in the transition stage from survival-based entrepreneurship to opportunity-based entrepreneurship. Therefore, how to help residents grab entrepreneurship opportunities and improve the quality of entrepreneurship is a key point of China’s current macroeconomic policies. Physical exercise is an essential way to build social and human capital because it helps to foster both individual health and the growth of social networks. This research aimed to investigate the impact of physical exercise practices on family-based entrepreneurial decision-making and outcomes, examine the underlying mechanisms, and propose targeted …

A096: Analysis Of Knee Joint Load Characteristics In Different Angle Of Stride Movements In Table Tennis, Bei Zhang, Yanlong Zhang, Yanyu Yin, Minghui Wang

International Journal of Physical Activity and Health

Objectives: Stride is a typical type of footwork found in table tennis. During the game, athletes need to repeat stride movements at different angles according to the direction of the incoming ball, which makes the knee joint twist and flex, increases the burden on the knee joint, and increases the risk of knee injury. However, the effect of different angle stride movements on the load characteristics of athletes' knee joints is still unclear and needs further research. Therefore, this study used biomechanical research methods to explore the effects of 180° and 45° stride movements on the knee load characteristics of …

A106: Motivations For Grassroots Inheritance Of Intangible Cultural Heritage: The Case Of The Dh Yingge Team, Lu Liu

International Journal of Physical Activity and Health

Background: The protection movement for intangible cultural heritage is gradually becoming a global trend. However, the intangible heritage protection movements led by governmental organizations have been criticized for issues related to "authenticity" and "nationalism." Bottom-up inheritance and protection, or grassroots heritage preservation, refers to the process where intangible cultural heritage is continuously passed down within local communities and by the people themselves. Currently, there is limited research discussing intangible cultural heritage from the perspective of grassroots inheritance. This study selects collective action theory as the analytical framework and examined the motivations behind the formation of the Yingge team in DH …

A102: Effects Of Exercise On Body Composition And Blood Lipids In Normal Weight Obesity Women: Meta-Analysis, Yida Wang, Jun Liu, Xiaoling Wang

International Journal of Physical Activity and Health

OBJECTIVE: Normal weight obesity (NWO) is a prevalent public health concern, with a global incidence ranging from 4.5% to 22%. It is significantly associated with an increased risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular disorders, heart metabolic disturbances, mental disorders, and overall mortality. Prior research has demonstrated that physical activity interventions are cost-effective strategies. However, there is currently no meta-analysis that specifically targeted the efficacy of exercise interventions for NWO individuals. Hence, this study aimed to conduct a comprehensive analysis of this issue.

METHODS: Randomized controlled trials published before November 2023 were retrieved from databases such as Web …

A112: Physical Exercise's Effect On Chinese Students' Negative Emotions Via Sleep And Self-Rated Health, Fanhzheng Mu, Pengyu Huo, Weidong Zhu, Xuehao Cheng

International Journal of Physical Activity and Health

Background: Negative emotions in college students are a significant factor affecting mental health, with suicide behaviors caused by negative emotions showing an annual increasing trend. Existing studies suggest that physical exercise is an important means to alleviate negative emotions, yet the intrinsic mechanisms by which it affects negative emotions have not been fully revealed.

Objective: Negative emotions in college students represent a significant issue affecting mental health. This study investigated the relationship between physical exercise and negative emotions among college students, incorporating sleep quality and self-rated health (SRH) as mediators to analyze the pathway mechanism of how physical …

A110: Multidimensional Interpretation And Development Strategies For The International Communication Of Dragon And Lion Dancing, Weiyan Wang, Li Zhou, Cuili Zhai

International Journal of Physical Activity and Health

Background/Purpose: The dragon and lion dance, as the bright treasure of Chinese traditional sports culture, demonstrates Chinese cultural confidence and distinct national characteristics, serving as an important showcase for China's image. However, the international communication of dragon and lion dance faces numerous challenges, including understanding barriers caused by cultural differences, limitations in promotion scope, uneven overall development levels, and balancing cultural impact with cultural identity. These issues are pertinent to the future development of dragon and lion dance.

Methods: After conducting a literature analysis, the historical origins, cultural connotations, and communication processes of dragon and lion dances were systematically examined, …

A113: The Impact Of Motivational Climate On Class Engagement: Situational Interest And Self-Efficacy As Mediators, Chunli Zhong, Bo Shen

International Journal of Physical Activity and Health

Background/Purpose: An accomplishment within physical education classes involves actively involving students. Research underscores the importance of nurturing situational interest and self-efficacy to foster this engagement. Both self-determination theory and achievement goal theory propose that teachers can cultivate a supportive classroom environment, thereby boosting students' interest and confidence in their capabilities. Nevertheless, the transformable mechanism from motivational climate to actual class engagement needs further investigation. The purpose of this study was to examine the extent to which motivational climate variables (e.g., autonomy supportive climate, task-involving climate, and socially supportive climate) impacted student engagement via the mediative roles of situational interest and …

A119: Intermittent Hypoxic Training Promotes Whole-Body Hif-1Α Expression To Improve Exercise Capacity, Yuepeng Li, Lan Zheng

International Journal of Physical Activity and Health

Research Context: It has been shown that a hypoxic environment induces up-regulation of HIF-1α and changes in its downstream gene sequences, and that exercising under hypoxic conditions improves athletes' sprint performance. However, there is more controversy regarding the effects of exercise under hypoxic conditions on exercise capacity, and the molecular mechanisms have been less well studied. Therefore, the aim of this study was to investigate the link between HIF-1α expression and exercise capacity under hypoxic conditions of exercise, and to provide a realistic theoretical basis for intermittent hypoxic training to improve exercise capacity.

Research Methodology: A total of 480 wild-type …

A123: The Study Of Intervention Effect Of Promoting And Inhibiting Kinesio Tape On Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome, Ruyun Wang, Runzhe Wang, Zihan Yang, Yunhao Cui, Caixia Li, Xin Zhang, Shilun Hou

International Journal of Physical Activity and Health

Background/Purpose: The patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS), which might be caused by weakness and delayed activation of the vastus medialis obliquus (VMO), as well as tightness of the vastus lateralis (VL), gravely affects daily lives and exercises. Kinesio tape (KT) are often used to prevent and treat musculoskeletal diseases. Different application directions and tension levels can produce a promoting or inhibitory effect. If KT could improve the symptoms of PFPS through coordinating imbalanced muscles, it has positive significance. This study aimed to explore the effects of three KT application methods on PFPS and compare them with placebo, to explore possible psychological …

A130: Exercise Goal Orientations, Behavioral Regulation, Physical Activity, And Subjective Vitality Among Chinese University Students, Mingyue Yi, Chuzhu Wu

International Journal of Physical Activity and Health

Introduction/objective: Subjective vitality is a crucial factor for overall well-being, as it positively impacts both physiological and psychological health. However, the underlying process through which exercise goal orientations (GOEM) predict subjective vitality (SV), mediated by exercise regulations (BREQ) and physical activity (PA), need further elucidated. This study aimed to investigate the direct effect of GOEM on SV, as well as the mediating role of BREQ and PA.

Methods: A sample of 492 Chinese university students (47% are female; 27% are freshman, 28% are sophomore, 23% are junior, and 22% are senior) completed self-report measures including the Subjective Vitality Scale, Goal …

A131: Analyzing The Perception Of Gender Differences Toward Esports Among American College Students, Xianhua Luo, Li Chen, Yong Yang, Nirmaljit Rathee

International Journal of Physical Activity and Health

Background/Purpose: Electronic sports (Esports) have continued to grow in popularity and commercial significance. Understanding the evolving dynamics of gender within this domain is critical. The self-perception model was used as the framework for designing an individual-level Esports perception for both genders (male and female), to increase Esports participation and perceptive function in college students living in east coast of the US. Thus, the purpose of this study was to investigate the perception of gender differences in Esports among American colleges.

Methods/Design: 600 eligible college students participated in this study from North American higher education institutions. The research instrument of Perception …

A126: High-Intensity Interval Training And Medium-Intensity Continuous May Affect Cognitive Function Through The Microbiota-Gut-Brain Axis, Mei Peng, Wenfeng Liu, Ruihan Zou, Yingzhe Tang, Xiangyuan Meng, Weijia Wu

International Journal of Physical Activity and Health

Background/Purpose: The gut-brain axis is the communication mechanism between the gut and the central nervous system, and the intestinal flora and lipopolysaccharide (LPS) play a crucial role in this mechanism. Exercise regulates the gut microbiota composition and metabolite (i.e., LPS) production. We aimed to investigate the effects of moderate-intensity continuous training and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) on cognitive function in C57BL/6J mice through gut-brain axis regulation of gut microbiota composition and LPS displacement.

Method: C57BL/6J male mice were randomly assigned into a quiet group (WTC), a high-intensity interval training group (WTH) and a moderate-intensity continuous training group (WTE). After 12 …

A127: Research On Fundamental Motor Skills Of Elementary School Students Based On Physical Movement Functional Training, Dongfeng Nie, Chenyu Ji, Yuting Zhang, Tianlong Xiao

International Journal of Physical Activity and Health

Background/Purpose: Fundamental motor skills (FMS) play a key role in the overall development of children. Physical movement functional training emphasizes the comprehensive development of movements. The existing research is only involved in improving the physical quality, mobility skills and operational skills of primary school students, and the research on the influence of non-mobile skills needs to be deepened. This study aimed to explore the effects of physical movement function training on non-mobile skills in second-grade primary school pupils.

Method: Eighty second-grade students were selected as the experimental subjects and divided into the experimental class and the control class. A 12-week …

A134: The Effect Of Aerobic Exercise On Cardiorespiratory Fitness In Obese Adolescents With High Executive Function, Yuling Qin

International Journal of Physical Activity and Health

Purpose: The aim of this study was to investigate the impact of 4 weeks of aerobic exercise on the cardiorespiratory fitness of adolescents with obesity and varying levels of executive function.

Methods: We recruited 80 adolescents with obesity to participate in a summer camp in China in 2022, and select 57 as research subjects based on the 2018 "Screening for Overweight and Obesity in School-Age Children and Adolescents" standard. The participants underwent morphological and 20-meter shuttle run tests to assess their VO₂max. A comprehensive assessment of executive function was conducted using the Stroop task, the Wechsler Memory Scale, …

A140: Effects Of Hot-Compress And Low-Medium-Frequency Electrotherapy On Pain, Proprioception And Functional Performance With Knee Osteoarthritis, Qi Wang, Peixin Shen, Dewei Mao, Qipeng Song, Ziyin Liu

International Journal of Physical Activity and Health

PURPOSE: Knee osteoarthritis (KOA) is one of the most chronic progressive diseases among older adults, leading to pain, impaired proprioception, and decreased functional performance. This study aimed to investigate the effects of an 8-week hot compress (TC) combined with low-medium frequency electrotherapy (LMFE) on pain, proprioception, and functional performance among older adults with KOA.

METHODS: Twenty-nine older adults with KOA were recruited and randomly assigned to TC+LMFE (n=15, 69.4±2.8 years, 159.9±6.0 cm, and 68.9±8.7 kg) or TC (n=14, 69.1±2.0 years, 161.0±6.9 cm, and 68.2±9.7 kg) groups. The TC+LMFE group received TC+LMFE treatment, and the TC group received TC treatment for …

A145: Effect Of Wearing An Orthopedic Bandage On Plantar Pressure During Walking In Stroke Patients, Chenyan Liu, Xinglong Zhou

International Journal of Physical Activity and Health

Objective: The rehabilitation of walking function after stroke is very important. Orthopaedic bandages are used because they offer additional support and stability and are widely used in the rehabilitation of patients with cerebral apoplexy. This study, through research on orthopedic bandage use in patients with hemiplegia after stroke, examined the speed walking foot pressure characteristics, and the influence of the design to provide the basis for function of patients with hemiplegia rehabilitation and guidance.

Methods: A total of 12 patients with chronic hemiplegia after stroke who could walk independently were selected as study subjects. The participants were asked to stand …

A135: Effects Of Exercise On Sleep Disorders In Women: A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis, Yunheng Qiao, Chen Wang, Peizhen Zhang

International Journal of Physical Activity and Health

Objectives: Sleep disorders affect at least one-third of the population and are more common in women, with about 40 to 55% of pre- and post-menopausal women experiencing sleep disorders. Sleep disorders are also strongly associated with cardiovascular disease, making it imperative to improve them. Exercise has been reported to improve insomnia and reduce sleep latency and hypnosis medications. Current research indicates that the effects of exercise on sleep quality and insomnia are controversial. Therefore, we conducted a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) to assess the effect of exercise on sleep quality in adult women.

Method: Literature was searched up …

A142: A Study On The Neglective Status And Influencing Factors Of Preschool Children In Xiangxi Prefecture, Jinyin Peng, Yang Liu, Junwei Dong

International Journal of Physical Activity and Health

Objective: To understand the neglect of preschool children of ethnic minorities in Xiangxi Prefecture, to explore its influencing factors, and to provide a scientific and theoretical basis for the development of intervention measures for preschool children's neglect in ethnic minority areas.

Methods: A total of 1050 children from 4 rural kindergartens and 4 urban kindergartens were randomly selected from Xiangxi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture in March–May 2023 by stratified random cluster sampling. A questionnaire survey was conducted on 1050 parents of children using the scales and evaluation methods developed by "Norms for the Evaluation of Neglect in 3~6-year-old Children …

A144: Effect Of Reduced Plantar Cutaneous Sensation On Balance Control Among People With Chronic Ankle Instability, Yushan Miao, Dongmei Wang, Peixin Shen, Qipeng Song

International Journal of Physical Activity and Health

PURPOSE: This study aimed to determine whether reduced plantar cutaneous sensation could influence static balance control among people with and without chronic ankle instability (CAI).

METHODS: Thirty-one people with CAI (female=7, age=22.03±1.73 years, height=174.41±9.83 cm, body mass=71.79±14.95 kg) and twenty-nine people without CAI (female=5, age=22.86±1.59 years, height=172.81±7.99 cm, body mass=69.04±11.32 kg) were recruited. Static balance controls were represented by the mean displacement of the center of pressure (CoP) in the anteroposterior (AP) and mediolateral (ML) directions on a force plate during unilateral standing with eyes open. The participants placed their bare foot on shaved ice for 10 minutes to reduce …

A141: Effects Of Cupping Therapy On Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain: A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis, Yuanyuan Jia, Xiao Hou, Laikang Yu, Rong Wang, Juntian Lei

International Journal of Physical Activity and Health

Introduction: Chronic musculoskeletal pain (CMP) is a prevalent and distressing condition with the decline of functional disability and mental health for patients. To avoid the side effects of conventional therapies for CMP (e.g., cardiovascular risks in drug treatments and postoperative pain conditions in surgical interventions), cupping therapy, one of the most popular complementary and alternative medicines, has been widely used to reduce CMP. But the evidence remains controversial on the effect of cupping therapy on CMP. The objective of this review and meta-analysis was to assess the effectiveness of cupping therapy on clinical outcomes (i.e., pain intensity, functional disability and …

A147: Tai Chi For College Students: Optimal Dose And Impact – A Meta-Analysis, Lijuan Yi, Guohao Wang, Yi Liu, Ting Shen, Chan Peng, Mengqi Liao

International Journal of Physical Activity and Health

Background and Purpose: Insufficient physical activity in college students correlates with various physical and mental health complications. Tai Chi, as a mindful-body practice, exhibits potential physiological and psychosocial advantages potentially mitigating these concerns. This systematic review intended to amalgamate existing evidence to thoroughly explore the impacts of Tai Chi and ascertain its optimal implementation parameters for enhancing the physical and psychological well-being of college students.

Method: We systematically searched for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) in the following databases: PubMed, the Cochrane Library, China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI), Chinese Wan Fang Data, Chinese Scientific Journal Database (VIP), and Chinese Biomedical Medicine …

A150: Analysis Of The Mechanism Of Resveratrol's Action On Myocardial Energy Metabolism In Exercise-Induced Fatigue Rats, Shang Xu, Jinru Cai, Yulong Hu

International Journal of Physical Activity and Health

Background/Purpose: Promotional effects of resveratrol on myocardial mitochondrial energy metabolism in exercise-induced fatigue rats were investigated by network pharmacology and animal experiments.

Method: In the present study, the effects of resveratrol on myocardial energy metabolism were assessed using network pharmacology with enrichment analysis. Forty-eight healthy male SD rats of 6–8 weeks of age were selected and randomly divided into blank control group (C), resveratrol administration group (R), exercise fatigue group (E), and exercise fatigue + resveratrol administration group (ER) with 12 rats in each group. Rats in E group and the exercise fatigue + ER group were weight-bearing 5% swimming …

A155: Exploring The Temporal-Spatial Advantage In Srtt Tasks For Competitive Martial Arts Specialists, Ziao Wu, Xuefei Jing, Yixiang Pei, Ye Gu, Binyan Tang, Zhekun Yang

International Journal of Physical Activity and Health

Background/Purpose: Wushu, a vital part of national heritage, requires active promotion. Competitive wushu sports offer unique research opportunities. Long-term wushu training enhances balance, attention distribution, and time perception, crucial for precise movement control in competitions. However, existing research lacks focus on temporal and spatial predictability in competitive wushu sparring athletes. This study aimed to delve into the temporal and spatial predictability strengths of specialist martial arts athletes, shedding light on their advantages in time sense and spatial awareness.

Method: To explore the strengths of experts in martial arts, this study used the SRTT to discuss the possible advantages of experts …

A159: Study Of Language Violence In Campus Sport Games From The Perspective Of Social Conflict Theory, Kun Zheng

International Journal of Physical Activity and Health

Background/Purpose: Campus sports, as a key component of Chinese sports, is a crucial part of the process of building a leading sports country. However, many verbal conflicts occurring in collegiate sports events have damaged the image of athletics and students’ physical and mental health, exerting negative influences on on-campus sports. Therefore, to reduce incidents in campus sports events and to keep school sports developing, this paper intended to investigate the phenomenon of language violence in campus sports events, analyze the current situation and causes of language violence incidents, explore the functions of language violence incidents, and propose suggestions to decrease …

A174: Obese Adolescents: Exploring The Relationship Between Hiit Frequency And Weight Loss Effects, Minhua Wu, Meng Cao, Yuhang Gao

International Journal of Physical Activity and Health

Background/Purpose: The incidence of overweight and obesity among adolescents is escalating rapidly. Many studies have validated the efficacy of low-volume, high-intensity interval training (HIIT) in ameliorating cardiometabolic risk factors in individuals with obesity. Nonetheless, the influence of exercise frequency—a pivotal element in HIIT’s effectiveness—requires further exploration. This study aimed to evaluate the impacts of different HIIT frequencies on body composition and cardiorespiratory fitness in adolescents aged 10-13 years with obesity.

Methods: Sixty adolescents with obesity aged 10-13 (age: 11.0±3.0 years, BMI: 23.4±2.5 kg/m^2) were randomly allocated to three exercise intervention groups (IG1, IG2, and IG3) and a non-exercise control group …

A179: Investigation Of Hydration Status And Drinking Water Intake Recommendations In Taekwondo Athletes, Jiaqi Li, Yi Yan, Xinliang Pan, Jianhao Chen, Hongtao Sui

International Journal of Physical Activity and Health

BACKGROUND: Water is a crucial component of the human body, participating in numerous metabolic processes and playing a vital role in maintaining life and athletic performance. Water imbalance is a common occurrence among athletes, including those in Taekwondo, who are particularly susceptible to dehydration due to intense exercise, significant fluid loss, and pre-competition weight reduction. Proper hydration is crucial for taekwondo athletes. However, current water intake recommendations have not been specifically tailored to this sport.

Objective: To investigate the quantity and composition of daily fluid intake among Taekwondo athletes, with the aim of preventing dehydration and improper rehydration practices that …

A005: Progress In Sports Rehabilitation For Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Wei Cao, Wei Qi, Dandan Liu, Zhenyu Qian, Mingyun Sun

International Journal of Physical Activity and Health

Background: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis has become the third leading "killer" of the health of Chinese adolescents, following obesity and myopia. Scoliosis is a three-dimensional deformity of the spine, usually characterized by a lateral curvature of the spine accompanied by rotation. The diagnostic criterion is a Cobb angle greater than 10 degrees on X-ray. With the promotion of the concept of "exercise is good medicine" and the Healthy China strategy, exercise therapy has received attention and development.

Purpose: To summarize different sports rehabilitation methods for adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis worldwide with the hope to raise awareness of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis and …

A007: Neuromuscular Factors Affecting Lower Extremity Explosive Strength Of Male Track And Field Athletes, Yanjin Li, Yue Zhou

International Journal of Physical Activity and Health

Objective: To investigate the neural and muscular factors affecting the explosive power of the lower limbs in college athletes by testing the neuromuscular function (H reflex) and explosive performance of male sprinting and long jump athletes.

Methods: H-reflex, countermovement jump (CMJ), squat jump (SJ) and one repetition maximum(1RM) tests were performed on male track and field college athletes using electromyography evoked potential and three-dimensional dynamometer. Test data of Hmax/Mmax, H-index, peak countermovement jump force and vertical stiffness of male college athletes were obtained. The Pearson's correlation coefficient was used to analyze the relationship between neuromuscular function and explosive performance in …

A008: Screening And Risk Factors Analysis Of Scoliosis In College Students, Wuzhaoyi Yang, Hua Liu

International Journal of Physical Activity and Health

Objective: To understand the prevalence of scoliosis in college students and the risk factors affecting it, and to provide a scientific basis for the prevention and treatment of spinal curvature abnormalities.

Methods: During the physical examination of undergraduates at Wuhan Sports University, 523 undergraduates were initially screened for body morphometrics, other physical indicators, and scoliosis. The main screening indicators included ATR, ATI, Adams test, and thoracic kyphosis angle.

Results: The prevalence of initial screening for scoliosis was 28.68%, in which female students (35.63%) were greater than male students (22.05%), and the difference was statistically significant (P < 0.05). The positive prevalence of 30.67% for disciplines was greater than the prevalence of 27.78% for operative disciplines, and the difference was not statistically significant (P > 0.05). The results of …

A013: The Effect Of Inter-Limb Asymmetry On Swimming Performance: A Systematic Review, Xiaoang Zhang

International Journal of Physical Activity and Health

Purpose: The aim of this systematic review was to critically appraise the current literature on (1) the influence of bilateral asymmetries on swimming performance and (2) the asymmetry characteristics that may affect swimming performance in the past 10 years, to provide a reference for future related research.

Method: An electronic search using PubMed, Web of Science, EBSCO series databases was performed for English articles, and CNKI and Wanfang database was performed for Chinese articles from 2013 to 2024. The methodological quality of the studies was evaluated using a modified version of currently established scales used in sport science, healthcare and …