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Associations With The Number Of Well-Known Grocery Stores, Gyms, And Parks To Median Household Income, Sara Le, Edward Merritt Phd, Vanessa Mikan Phd Feb 2022

Associations With The Number Of Well-Known Grocery Stores, Gyms, And Parks To Median Household Income, Sara Le, Edward Merritt Phd, Vanessa Mikan Phd

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Segregated neighborhoods are linked to the environmental exposures, education and behavior of their residents. Access to exercise and nutrition resources are dependent on whether or not residents are able to afford it or not. PURPOSE: To identify the associations between the location of nutrition and exercise resources to household income. METHODS: Selective Zip codes in the Austin Area were used to identify the median household income through an online search where data is collected from the U.S. Census. Selective grocery store companies and gyms were found through an online search of their website “store locator.” Neighborhood parks were identified by …

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Impact Of Menstrual Phases On Stress Markers: A Pilot Study, Bailey C. Weishaar, Hunter S. Waldman, Kyle T. Patek, Matthew J. Mcallister Feb 2022

Impact Of Menstrual Phases On Stress Markers: A Pilot Study, Bailey C. Weishaar, Hunter S. Waldman, Kyle T. Patek, Matthew J. Mcallister

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PURPOSE: Previous research has shown that different phases of the menstrual cycle may impact biometrics such as markers of stress and inflammation [e.g., cortisol (CORT), interleukin-6] as well as body composition. However, there is scarce literature regarding markers of stress and oxidative stress such as salivary a-amylase (sAA), immunoglobin-A (SIgA) and uric acid (UA), in relation to the four different menstrual phases. The purpose of this study was to examine the impact of menstrual phases on sAA, CORT, UA and SIgA. METHODS: 21 pre-menopausal women with regular menstrual cycles (n=9) oral contraceptive users (OC) and ( …

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Measurement Of Respiratory Exchange Ratio (Rer) With Oral Versus Oronasal Breathing After Sports Drink Mouth Rinse, Meeshti Shethia, Edward Merritt Feb 2022

Measurement Of Respiratory Exchange Ratio (Rer) With Oral Versus Oronasal Breathing After Sports Drink Mouth Rinse, Meeshti Shethia, Edward Merritt

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The ratio of carbon dioxide produced to oxygen consumed, the respiratory exchange ratio (RER), is often used to determine the balance of carbohydrate and fat oxidation during exercise. However, introducing carbohydrates into the mouth and pharynx could possibly influence the value while not actually changing the whole-body metabolism. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to determine if a sports drink mouth rinse during steady-state (SS) exercise affects RER. METHODS: Eleven participants exercised at steady state in 4 different, randomized conditions while respiratory gases were analyzed: 1) Breathing through the mouth after water rinse; 2), breathing through the mouth …

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Effect Of Various Sports And Overall Stress On The Presence Of The Dermatological Condition Acne Mechanica, Taylor Baccus Feb 2022

Effect Of Various Sports And Overall Stress On The Presence Of The Dermatological Condition Acne Mechanica, Taylor Baccus

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Acne mechanica is a form of acne due to irritation to the skin being pressured, occluded, rubbed, squeezed, stretched, or heated. Mental stress might also contribute to the formation of acne mechanica. PURPOSE: Observe the effect of different sports, gear, and overall stress on the formation of the dermatological condition acne mechanica. METHODS: Fifty-nine Southwestern University student athletes participated in submitting pictures of their face and back for acne quantification over the course of 10 weeks during their athletic season. Stress was determined by their rated level of stress for that given week. Data was analyzed using two separate two-way …

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Influence Of One-Credit Fitness Courses On Physical Fitness And Psychosocial Well-Being In A Sample Of College Students, Katie Harris, Vanessa Mikan Phd, John Harry Phd Feb 2022

Influence Of One-Credit Fitness Courses On Physical Fitness And Psychosocial Well-Being In A Sample Of College Students, Katie Harris, Vanessa Mikan Phd, John Harry Phd

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

College is a crucial time for young adults to develop healthy lifestyle habits. Increased academic and social demands can cause students to decrease their physical activity levels and negatively impact their overall health. One-credit fitness courses offered by universities may combat sedentarism and improve mental health. PURPOSE: To investigate health-related fitness and psychosocial well-being measures in college aged students taking one-credit fitness courses. METHODS: Eight college-aged students (19.91 ± 1.92yrs) enrolled in a one-credit fitness course completed a total of two sessions, ten weeks apart. The tests were comprised of the same four health measures (body mass index, …

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Somatotyping Of Division I Athletes, Samuel J. Ramirez, Lyric D. Richardson, Amy E. Riera, Emma D. Bozarth, Micheal J. Luera, Charles M. Laurent, Natalie P. Walker Feb 2022

Somatotyping Of Division I Athletes, Samuel J. Ramirez, Lyric D. Richardson, Amy E. Riera, Emma D. Bozarth, Micheal J. Luera, Charles M. Laurent, Natalie P. Walker

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Somatotyping has previously examined athletes' genetic morphology. Categorization of somatotyping can be utilized in athletes for specialized, adaptive sports performance. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to report somatotyping differences (ectomorph, mesomorph, and endomorph) in selected Division I athletes. METHOD: 39 male football athletes and seven female softball Division I athletes were recruited for this investigation. Height (m), weight (kg), waist-to-hip ratio (cm), and a 4-site skinfold measurement was collected. Skinfold locations were recorded from the triceps (mm), subscapular (mm), supraspinal (mm), and the medial calf (mm). Biepicondylar breadth measures of the humerus (cm), and the femur (cm) were …

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The Acute Effect Of Heat Therapy On Cerebral Vascular Reactivity To Rebreathing-Induced Hypercapnia, Joshua Vu, Zachary Martin, Iman O. Aldaas, Natalia Cardenas, Emily Merlau, Jeremiah Campbell, John Kolade, R Matthew Brothers Feb 2022

The Acute Effect Of Heat Therapy On Cerebral Vascular Reactivity To Rebreathing-Induced Hypercapnia, Joshua Vu, Zachary Martin, Iman O. Aldaas, Natalia Cardenas, Emily Merlau, Jeremiah Campbell, John Kolade, R Matthew Brothers

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Whole-body heat therapy has numerous benefits on various physiological responses including peripheral vascular function and overall cardiovascular health. Many laboratories, including ours, have investigated cerebrovascular reactivity to hypercapnia, which is physiologically relevant as a blunted response is associated with increased risk for cerebrovascular diseases and neurocognitive conditions including stroke, cognitive dysfunction, and Alzheimer’s disease. However, the impact of whole-body heat therapy on cerebrovascular function remains unknown. PURPOSE: To test the hypothesis that cerebrovascular responsiveness to hypercapnia would be augmented following a single bout of heat therapy. METHODS: Eight young, female participants (age: 23±3 yr; BMI: 27±4 kgm-2) were …

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The Acute Effect Of Heat Therapy On Conduit Artery And Forearm Microvascular Function, Iman O. Aldaas, Zachary Martin, Joshua Vu, Natalia Cardenas, Emily Merlau, Jeremiah Campbell, John Kolade, R Matthew Brothers Feb 2022

The Acute Effect Of Heat Therapy On Conduit Artery And Forearm Microvascular Function, Iman O. Aldaas, Zachary Martin, Joshua Vu, Natalia Cardenas, Emily Merlau, Jeremiah Campbell, John Kolade, R Matthew Brothers

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Heat Therapy (HT) is a practice that has been widely adopted across many cultures for centuries due to its multitude of health-related benefits. In terms of cardiovascular related benefits, HT improves various physiological indices including peripheral vascular function thereby mitigating the decline of arterial health. While studies investigating the effect of heat-therapy on mechanisms of vascular function are becoming more common, the vast majority are conducted following chronic exposure to the heat perturbation (i.e., multiple exposures a week for 2 – 3 months) as opposed to the effect of exposure to an acute bout of HT (i.e., single exposure). Furthermore, …

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Effect Of Treadmill Surface Stiffness On The Running Economy Benefits Of A Highly-Cushioned Racing Shoe: A Pilot Study, Zane A. Thornton, Dustin P. Joubert Feb 2022

Effect Of Treadmill Surface Stiffness On The Running Economy Benefits Of A Highly-Cushioned Racing Shoe: A Pilot Study, Zane A. Thornton, Dustin P. Joubert

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Running economy (RE) is defined as the oxygen consumption (VO2) at a given running speed. The Nike Vaporfly line of racing shoes, which includes more compliant and resilient midsole foam and a carbon-fiber plate, have been shown to improve RE during treadmill testing. Previous research suggests that RE in general is worse on treadmills with stiffer running platforms. However, it is unclear if the magnitude of the RE benefits provided by these new shoes relative to a control shoe differ based on treadmill stiffness. Given that some treadmill platforms allow more flex or compliance, this may be an …

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Mild Dehydration Led To Increased Difficulty Falling Asleep, Alan Ky, Gabrielle Giersch, Yasuki Sekiguchi, Lawrence E. Armstrong, Elaine C. Lee Feb 2022

Mild Dehydration Led To Increased Difficulty Falling Asleep, Alan Ky, Gabrielle Giersch, Yasuki Sekiguchi, Lawrence E. Armstrong, Elaine C. Lee

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Sleep is fundamental process that benefits health and overall quality of life which can be affected by various aspects of daily living such as dehydration. A study has yet to investigate the impacts of euhydration and mild dehydration on sleep. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to examine effects of euhydration, mild-dehydration, and ad libitum drinking on sleep. METHODS: Eighteen male participants (mean±SD; age, 23±4y; height, 175.8±5.7cm; weight, 80.1±9.7kg) reported to the laboratory with different hydration status for 4 consecutive mornings(Day 1, baseline; Day 2, euhydrated; Day 3, mild-dehydrated; Day 4, ad libitum drinking). Hydration status was …

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The Effects Of Cannabidiol Supplementation On Measures Of Performance And Fatigue Following Eccentric Exercise, Brett Crossland, Nicholas A. Levine, Cayla Clark, Kyndall Ramirez, Nicole Varone, Julio Sanchez, Anthony A. Duplanty, Brandon R. Rigby Feb 2022

The Effects Of Cannabidiol Supplementation On Measures Of Performance And Fatigue Following Eccentric Exercise, Brett Crossland, Nicholas A. Levine, Cayla Clark, Kyndall Ramirez, Nicole Varone, Julio Sanchez, Anthony A. Duplanty, Brandon R. Rigby

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Following intense exercise, there is a period of time where performance is decreased. This period of reduced performance is characterized by several factors including myofibrillar disruption, reduced range-of-motion, inflammation, and an influx of enzymes and proteins. Cannabidiol (CBD) has been marketed as a recovery supplement capable of reducing markers of fatigue and inflammation following exercise, yet this claim has not been investigated. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to determine if CBD supplementation limits fatigue and expedites a return to performance following intense eccentric exercise. METHODS: A double-blind, crossover design with repeated measures was used. Twenty-four NCAA …

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Light Therapy Device For Entrainment Of Circadian Rhythm Desynchronization In Microgravity, Brittany Rust, Natalie Wilkinson, Keely Chapman, Avery Foreman, Andrea Kim, Andrea Martinez, Melanie Meek, Mercy Obanigba, Casey Rice, Eduardo Urias, Hunter Alvis, Brandon R. Rigby Feb 2022

Light Therapy Device For Entrainment Of Circadian Rhythm Desynchronization In Microgravity, Brittany Rust, Natalie Wilkinson, Keely Chapman, Avery Foreman, Andrea Kim, Andrea Martinez, Melanie Meek, Mercy Obanigba, Casey Rice, Eduardo Urias, Hunter Alvis, Brandon R. Rigby

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

The circadian rhythm is an internal process of the brain that regulates the sleep-wake cycle. Outside environmental factors can affect the circadian rhythm such as light and dark. In microgravity, astronauts witness the sun rise and set approximately 16 times per day. A disruption (desynchronization) of the circadian rhythm may then occur, with some astronauts reporting to be less alert and unable to sufficiently complete tasks. PURPOSE: To design, fabricate, and test a pair of glasses that emit blue wavelengths of light peripheral to the eyes, for set periods of time, which may promote alertness in astronauts. METHODS: …

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Comparison Of Physiological Responses And Perceived Respiratory Resistance Among Mask Usage During Exercise, Brandie C. Cheshier, Bert H. Jacobson, Quincy R. Johnson, Sergio Perez, Antonio Diaz Perez, Daniel J. Lawson Feb 2022

Comparison Of Physiological Responses And Perceived Respiratory Resistance Among Mask Usage During Exercise, Brandie C. Cheshier, Bert H. Jacobson, Quincy R. Johnson, Sergio Perez, Antonio Diaz Perez, Daniel J. Lawson

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, the use of a face mask in public is recommended when social distancing cannot be maintained to decrease the spread of the virus with many fitness facilities requiring their patrons to wear a face mask during exercise. The physiological response of wearing a face mask during exercise is relatively unknown and is speculated among the media resulting in contradicting messages conveyed to the public PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to determine if a face mask influenced performance (time to exhaustion), physiological responses (heart rate, oxyhemoglobin saturation and temperature) and subjective measurements …

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Cortisol, Heart Rate, And Perceived Exertion Responses To Different Resistance Training Protocols With And Without Blood Flow Restriction, Megan L. Zamora, Marco Arriaga, Jorge Bejar, Sue Anne Chew, Murat Karabulut Feb 2022

Cortisol, Heart Rate, And Perceived Exertion Responses To Different Resistance Training Protocols With And Without Blood Flow Restriction, Megan L. Zamora, Marco Arriaga, Jorge Bejar, Sue Anne Chew, Murat Karabulut

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

ABSTRACT PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of different resistance exercise protocols on cortisol, heart rate, and perceived exertion. METHODS: Eight males and eight females (age = 21.8 ± 2.6) performed three randomly assigned exercise protocols on three separate occasions: low-intensity resistance training (RT) exercises with blood flow restriction (BFR) at 20% of one repetition maximum (1-RM) (BFR20), moderate-intensity RT exercises with BFR at 40% of 1-RM (BFR40), and traditional high-intensity RT exercises at 80% of 1-RM (HI80). Participants completed 2-3 circuits of four sets in the leg press and leg extension machines. Total volume …

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The Relationship Between Landing Mechanics And Injury Risk In Women's Collegiate Soccer Players, Shakir M. Iga, Jason B. Winchester, Frank B. Wyatt, Michael W. Olson, Jackson Brownstein, Matthew Hever, Leslie Picasio, Leslie Chaffin Feb 2022

The Relationship Between Landing Mechanics And Injury Risk In Women's Collegiate Soccer Players, Shakir M. Iga, Jason B. Winchester, Frank B. Wyatt, Michael W. Olson, Jackson Brownstein, Matthew Hever, Leslie Picasio, Leslie Chaffin

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Mechanical performance in landing related tasks has been suggested to be related to injury in athletic. PURPOSE: The purpose of this investigations was to assess relationships which may exist between performance in landing mechanics and injury rates throughout a women’s NCAA Division II Collegiate Soccer season. METHODS: Twenty-eight women (age 19.7±1.6 yrs, height 1.6±0.5 m, mass 63.4±7.9 kg) were assessed using the Landing Error Scoring System (LESS) test prior to a competitive season. Injury rates, types, and time lost from participation were tracked throughout the season. Injury information was coded and categorized each week in the following: acute …

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Preliminary Observations Examining The Acute Effect Of Range Of Motion Barbell-Bench Press Exercises On Markers Of Electromyography, Muscle Oxygen Saturation, And Post-Exercise Hyperemia Of The Pectoralis Major, Katrina L. Garcia, Daniel Newmire Feb 2022

Preliminary Observations Examining The Acute Effect Of Range Of Motion Barbell-Bench Press Exercises On Markers Of Electromyography, Muscle Oxygen Saturation, And Post-Exercise Hyperemia Of The Pectoralis Major, Katrina L. Garcia, Daniel Newmire

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Full range of motion (fROM) exercises are the traditional method of improving muscular strength and hypertrophy during resistance training (RT), but partial range of motion (pROM) exercises have been used in rehabilitative and resistance training settings, and some recent studies have shown a positive benefit on how it may influence regional muscle growth. However, there is limited evidence examining potential mechanisms of how pROM may stimulate regional muscle growth. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study is to investigate regional or local differences in post-exercise hyperemia (US) of the pectoralis major (PM), PM oxygen saturation (SmO2), and synergist myoelectrical activity …

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Change Of Direction Is Associated With Non-Contact Injuries In Women's Collegiate Soccer Players, Jackson Brownstein, Frank Wyatt, Jason Winchester, Michael Olson, Shakir Iga, Leslie Chaffin, Matthew Hever, Leslie Picasio Feb 2022

Change Of Direction Is Associated With Non-Contact Injuries In Women's Collegiate Soccer Players, Jackson Brownstein, Frank Wyatt, Jason Winchester, Michael Olson, Shakir Iga, Leslie Chaffin, Matthew Hever, Leslie Picasio

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Injury rates have been reported between men and women soccer athletes. PURPOSE: The purpose of this investigations was to assess relationships which may exist between performance in a change of direction (COD) test and injury rates throughout a women’s NCAA Division II Collegiate Soccer season. METHODS: Twenty-eight women (age 19.9±1.6 yrs, height 1.6±0.5 m, mass 63.4±7.9 kg) were assessed using the Soccer Specific Agility test prior to a competitive season. Injury rates, types, and time lost from participation were tracked throughout the season. Injury information was coded and categorized each week in the following: acute vs. chronic; soft …

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The Effects Of Body Composition On Resting Metabolic Rate Among College Aged Students, Natalie A. Delgadillo, Frank Wyatt, Michael W. Olson, Soon-Mi Choi Feb 2022

The Effects Of Body Composition On Resting Metabolic Rate Among College Aged Students, Natalie A. Delgadillo, Frank Wyatt, Michael W. Olson, Soon-Mi Choi

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Resting metabolic rate (RMR) is the measure of daily energy expenditure while the body is at rest. RMR is becoming more useful in order to measure the energy demands in both athletes and non-athletes. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study is to analyze the RMR among college aged students, along with their body compositions in order to determine if there is a correlation between body fat percentage and RMR. METHODS: Participants in this study included 19 students at Midwestern State University between the ages of 19-25. (n = 19; female = 12; male = 7). Participants were asked prior …

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Seven Day E-Cigarette Vapor Exposure Does Not Modify Ventilation Patterns In Long-Evans Rats, Alicia M. Peters, Jennifer A. Stokes Feb 2022

Seven Day E-Cigarette Vapor Exposure Does Not Modify Ventilation Patterns In Long-Evans Rats, Alicia M. Peters, Jennifer A. Stokes

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Electronic nicotine delivery systems or e-cigarettes are devices used to deliver aerosolized liquids often containing nicotine and other chemicals. These devices were originally created as a way to assist with smoking cessation in adults; however, use of these devices is increasing in adolescent and young adult populations. The long and short term effects of vaping are still under active investigation. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of 7 days of e-cigarette vapor exposure in adult rats on lung function and lung tissue inflammatory cytokine expression, specifically IL-1𝛼. METHODS: Using random assignment, 10 adult male long-evans …

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Case Presentation For Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Corali V. Medico, Vered Arbel, Terry Nicola, Tal Amasay Feb 2022

Case Presentation For Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Corali V. Medico, Vered Arbel, Terry Nicola, Tal Amasay

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CASE HISTORY: The patient is a 54-year-old female who presented to the orthopedic clinic to evaluate a sharp burning pain in her left lower leg. She stated that the pain started eight months after an Open Reduction and Internal Fixation (ORIF) surgery of her left tibial plateau and had progressively gotten worse. She was prescribed gabapentin and oxycodone for pain and experienced minimal relief with gabapentin. Additionally, she applied analgesic gel which seems to have the most help along with the narcotic. She stated that stabbing and shooting pain radiated from her left lateral proximal tibia down to her …

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Case Presentation For Axillary Nerve Injury, Anthony Williams, Vered Arbel, Terry Nicola, Tal Amasay Feb 2022

Case Presentation For Axillary Nerve Injury, Anthony Williams, Vered Arbel, Terry Nicola, Tal Amasay

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CASE HISTORY: The patient is a 21-year-old male experiencing upper extremity numbness and tingling in the right deltoid. He began to experience these symptoms after a football injury and was seen by a doctor who referred him to a sports medicine specialist one month after the injury. The injury occurred during a football game, where he was struck by an opponent on the right inferior axillary region. The patient lost mobility of his right arm immediately following his injury, however, regain minimal mobility a week later. Right arm was checked for dislocation or any fractures, and none were found. …

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Recovery Methodologies And High Intensity Interval Training, Blake W. Johnson, Malcolm T. Whitehead Feb 2022

Recovery Methodologies And High Intensity Interval Training, Blake W. Johnson, Malcolm T. Whitehead

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

As the implementation of high intensity interval training (HIIT) continues to grow among a variety of exercisers, as such, its optimization within a training program must be considered. As with any mode of exercise this necessitates adequate recovery to elicit optimal adaptation and understanding day-to-day recovery from HIIT will permit the greatest benefits for those who desire specific the outcomes from this training. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to determine day-to-day recovery from Tabata bodyweight HIIT exercise using different recovery assessment methodologies across 24- and 48-hour time intervals. METHODS: Participants (23.2 ± 3.1 years old, 163.1 ± 19.9 …

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Comparison Of Metabolic Variables During The 2-Minute Walk Test And 6-Minute Walk Test, Brandy Durden, Chris Engstrom, Ryan Smith, John D. Smith Feb 2022

Comparison Of Metabolic Variables During The 2-Minute Walk Test And 6-Minute Walk Test, Brandy Durden, Chris Engstrom, Ryan Smith, John D. Smith

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Assessing for functional mobility and fitness in deconditioned populations is common practice in many clinics. Comparison of the 2-minute walk test (2MWT) as a predictor for 6-minute walk test (6MWT) metabolic variables will save clinicians time and effort when performing baseline testing. PURPOSE: To determine if the 2MWT can be used as a viable means of accessing baseline fitness versus the 6MWT. METHODS: Ten subjects (48.3±15.7 yrs, 168.5±8.6 cm, 75.5±13.6 kg) reported on two separate days to perform the tests. Once fitted with a heart rate (HR) monitor and portable O2 analyzer, they performed either the 2MWT or …

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A Pilot Study Investigating The Effects Of The Summer Rodeo Season On Functional Movement Screening Scores Of College Rodeo Athletes, Justin Stanley, Andrew A. Wolfe, Andrea Green, Jessie Ramirez, Gillian Braden, Meghan Younger Feb 2022

A Pilot Study Investigating The Effects Of The Summer Rodeo Season On Functional Movement Screening Scores Of College Rodeo Athletes, Justin Stanley, Andrew A. Wolfe, Andrea Green, Jessie Ramirez, Gillian Braden, Meghan Younger

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Rodeo is well known for its high-velocity, high-impact atmosphere where athletes compete against the clock and uncooperative livestock. Many rodeo competitive related injuries are associated with insufficient muscular synergy, endurance, strength, and limb flexibility. PURPOSE: The purpose of this investigation was to examine the difference between pre-summer rodeo functional movement screening (FMS) outcomes and post-summer rodeo FMS outcomes of rodeo athletes. METHODS: The researchers conducted pre-summer rodeo FMS assessments on collegiate rodeo athletes (n = 8). Athletes were instructed to complete their standard summer rodeo season without the integration of exercise modalities that may serve as corrective strategies …

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Gender Difference In The Relationship Of Fatigue Index, Anaerobic Power And Capacity To Body Composition And Bone Mineral Status In Non-Athletes, Ali Mossayebi, Jehu N. Apaflo, Joshua Labadah, Victoria Rocha, Sudip Bajpeyi Feb 2022

Gender Difference In The Relationship Of Fatigue Index, Anaerobic Power And Capacity To Body Composition And Bone Mineral Status In Non-Athletes, Ali Mossayebi, Jehu N. Apaflo, Joshua Labadah, Victoria Rocha, Sudip Bajpeyi

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

The fatigue index is considered an important indicator of anaerobic fitness. The lower the fatigue index, the greater the ability of the body to maintain its power output through an anaerobic performance. The Wingate test is widely used by coaches, athletes, and researchers to measure lower body power, anaerobic capacity, and fatigue index. Body composition is considered an important component of anaerobic fitness, it is not clear how gender may influence the relationship between body composition and anaerobic fitness. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to understand how gender may impact the relationship between body composition and anaerobic …

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The Effect Of Sport-Specific Resistance Training On Athletic Performance Outcomes Of College Rodeo Athletes, Kenneth L. Bowen Jr. Feb 2022

The Effect Of Sport-Specific Resistance Training On Athletic Performance Outcomes Of College Rodeo Athletes, Kenneth L. Bowen Jr.

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Resistance training yields significant improvements to athletic performance outcomes among multiple sports. A sport-specific approach for resistance produces greater adaptation and transfer to various sports. However, few studies have examined the potential benefit of sport-specific resistance training for the sport of rodeo. PURPOSE: The aim of the current investigation was to assess the effect of sport-specific resistance training on athletic performance outcomes of rodeo athletes. METHODS: Seventeen college rodeo athletes (12 females; 5 males) participated in an 8-week, 3-days per week, sport-specific resistance training program. Muscle cross sectional area (CSA), mid-thigh pull maximal isometric voluntary contraction (MVC), height (HT), …

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Microvascular Blood Flow Changes In Rgv Hispanics In Response To A Mixed Meal Challenge, Smaran Marupudi, Yu Lun Tai, Gabriel Figueroa, Alexandro Rodriguez, Jaime Rodriguez, Saraswathy Nair, Jimmy Gonzales, Ryan D. Russell Feb 2022

Microvascular Blood Flow Changes In Rgv Hispanics In Response To A Mixed Meal Challenge, Smaran Marupudi, Yu Lun Tai, Gabriel Figueroa, Alexandro Rodriguez, Jaime Rodriguez, Saraswathy Nair, Jimmy Gonzales, Ryan D. Russell

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Type 2 diabetes rates in the Rio Grande Valley (RGV) are 3x higher than the national average, with etiologies being multifactorial. Impaired postprandial skeletal muscle microvascular blood flow (MBF) is one of the earliest T2D pathophysiologies noted in Caucasians. However, MBF responses are unknown in the Hispanic population of the RGV. PURPOSE: Our goal in this study was to determine whether normoglycemic Hispanic individuals in the RGV exhibit impaired skeletal muscle MBF responses compared with healthy Caucasian individuals from a previous study. METHODS: 15 Hispanic individuals from the RGV with no family history of T2D (FH-), and 13 …

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Changes In Hemoglobin Concentration After Two Weeks Of Apnea Training, Lukas G. Karrett, Edward K. Merritt Feb 2022

Changes In Hemoglobin Concentration After Two Weeks Of Apnea Training, Lukas G. Karrett, Edward K. Merritt

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Hemoglobin concentration has been shown to increase immediately after maximal-duration apneas in both divers and untrained individuals. Relatively few studies have examined how apnea training programs influence hemoglobin concentration in untrained individuals. PURPOSE: To examine how a two-week maximal duration breath-hold training program, consisting of five maximal duration voluntary apneas per day, would change hemoglobin concentration in healthy adults. This study looked at short-term changes in hemoglobin after a series of breath-holds when untrained and trained in addition to long-term changes in resting hemoglobin before and after training. METHODS: Fifteen healthy adults (22.4 ± 4.8 years) came to the lab …

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Metabolic Flexibility In Healthy Hispanics In The Rio Grande Valley With And Without A Family History Of Type 2 Diabetes, Jaime Rodriguez, Ryan D. Russell, Gabriel A. Figueroa, Alexandro Rodriguez, Smaran Marupudi, Yu Lun Tai, Sara Swathy, Jimmy Gonzales Feb 2022

Metabolic Flexibility In Healthy Hispanics In The Rio Grande Valley With And Without A Family History Of Type 2 Diabetes, Jaime Rodriguez, Ryan D. Russell, Gabriel A. Figueroa, Alexandro Rodriguez, Smaran Marupudi, Yu Lun Tai, Sara Swathy, Jimmy Gonzales

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

ABSTRACT Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) has several comorbidities such as cardiovascular disease, elevated lipid profile, microvascular complications, and impaired metabolic flexibility (MF: the ability to switch substrate use upon stimulation). Further, healthy Caucasians with a family history of T2D (FH+) have impaired MF similar to T2D, suggesting impaired MF could be an early-detection tool to identify at-risk populations. Hispanics of the Rio Grande Valley have ~3x the T2D rates as the US average, and have ~79% of the people in this region are either overweight or obese. However, patterns of MF in this population have not been addressed. Purpose: The …

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Exercise Mobilizes Early And Late Differentiated Cd8 T Cells Expressing A Marker Of Exhaustion, Rebekah Hunt, Mahmoud Elzayat, Emily C. Lavoy Feb 2022

Exercise Mobilizes Early And Late Differentiated Cd8 T Cells Expressing A Marker Of Exhaustion, Rebekah Hunt, Mahmoud Elzayat, Emily C. Lavoy

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T cell differentiation occurs following activation of key functions, such as proliferation and cytokine production. Naïve (NA) and central memory (CM) T cells are early differentiated, whereas effector memory (EM) and RA+ effector memory cells (EMRA) are later differentiated. CD57 expression, a putative marker of exhaustion, has also been used to identify later differentiated cells, although recent data indicate CD57 can also be expressed by NA and CM. Exercise mobilizes EM and EMRA to a greater extent than NA and CM. Separately, exercise has been shown to preferentially mobilize CD57+ cells. Whether these exercise responsive CD57+ cells arise from highly …

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