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Exploring The Role Of Bingocize® Workshops In Enhancing Health And Well-Being In Older Adults, Kaitlyn Gray

Mahurin Honors College Capstone Experience/Thesis Projects

As the population of older adults grows, the need for better health and well-being also grows, making it necessary to implement effective strategies for healthy aging to improve the length and quality of life of older adults (CDC, 2024). This study evaluates the effectiveness of a Bingocize^® Workshop in improving the physical health of older adults. Bingocize^®, a unique program combining bingo with exercise, is designed to increase physical activity. Eleven (11) participants aged 68.55 ± 6.235 attended a ten-week workshop, two times per week focusing on physical exercises tailored to their abilities. The primary objective was …

Where Do Gorillas Get Their Protein? Plant-Based Diet For A Healthier Lifestyle, Cheryl Track

International Journal of Faith Community Nursing

After watching what they thought to be an interesting and educational documentary on nutrition, my friends, Sharon and Scott, felt inspired to challenge themselves by undertaking some dietary changes apart from their regular eating habits. What started out as a short “trial run” to explore plant-based dieting, Sharon and Scott quickly realized this alternative eating style proved beneficial. In a short period of time, two individuals with their own fitness and wellness goals saw noticeable changes in lab results and experienced positive changes to their overall health – enough evidence leaving them convinced the “trial run” with plant-based dieting should …

Grief And Loss: Catholic Filipino Traditions, Edgar D. Montesa

International Journal of Faith Community Nursing

Catholic Filipino traditions regarding death, loss, and grief, consist of Christian, paganistic and animistic elements. The peculiar beliefs and practices reflect ethnic Filipinos' values and views of things. They help contemporary Filipinos cope with a loved one's death and with the challenges posed by a pandemic. They have certain implications for faith community nurses.

A Phone Coaching Intervention To Improve Blood Pressure And Hypertension Self-Management Practices In A Community-Based Setting: Pilot Study, Ann Moore, Pandora Goode, Elijah Onsomu, Dionne Roberts

International Journal of Faith Community Nursing

Hypertension is common in the African American (AA) community, and AAs have disproportionately lower rates of blood pressure control in comparison to other races. Because hypertension self-management practices are performed mostly by patients and family members, there is a critical need to acquire adequate hypertension self-management practices. Phone Coaching (PC) has been supported in the literature as an effective intervention to improve hypertension self-management practices. The purpose of this project was to pilot test a 12-week hypertension self-management program with a phone coaching component for AAs in a community-based setting to improve blood pressure measures and self-management practices. All participants …

Feasibility Of Virtual Lifestyle Physical Activity Program For South Asian Indian Immigrant Women: Dance And Spousal/Partner Dyad Meetings, Manju Daniel Dr., Susan Weber Buchholz Dr., Pamela Semanik Dr., Sachin Vispute

International Journal of Faith Community Nursing

Culturally relevant, physical activity (PA) interventions are important in lowering the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in South Asian Indian immigrant (SAI) women. This 12-week study aimed to determine the feasibility (recruitment, engagement, satisfaction, obtaining measures, retention) of implementing a virtual lifestyle PA program. The outcomes measured included steps/day; minutes of moderate-vigorous PA (MVPA/week) and cardiovascular health measures (aerobic fitness, blood pressure, body mass index, and waist circumference) in women. The intervention targets included benefits/barriers to PA, self-efficacy, social support, and couples’ satisfaction. We recruited six SAI spousal/partner dyads (women aged 40-65 years; < 7,500 average steps/day). The intervention included: (a) Fitbit for PA prescription and step goal setting for women; (b) Bollywood-style women-only weekly dance sessions via Zoom; and (c) dyad behavioral group meetings every two weeks via Zoom. Dance and group meeting attendance for women was 100%. The majority (83.3%) wore a Fitbit > 91.6% of days. Overall mean client satisfaction …

I’Ll Just Weight On The Lord: The Lived Experience Of Obesity, Spirituality, And Health Behaviors In African American Women, Andrea S. Poynter, Florence M. Weierbach

International Journal of Faith Community Nursing

Obesity is one of the fastest growing health concerns impacting all racial, ethnic, gender, and socioeconomic groups in the United States of America. Obesity has gained nationwide attention due to its health-related disorders such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and various cancer types that increase the annual medical cost on a financially stressed health system (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 2022). Obesity has reached epidemic proportions in all races and genders within the US with African American women comprising a majority of those impacted by this chronic health condition (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Offices of …

Exploring The Barriers And Supports Of Faith Community Nurses Serving In Alaska: A Qualitative Study, Nathan T. West, Phd, Lauren M. Kiker, Ba, Beverly R. Bateman, Msn, Rn, Fcn, Krista Jones, Dnp, Msn, Rn, Phna-Bc, Faan

International Journal of Faith Community Nursing

Decades of research exist on the public health impact of faith community nurses (FCNs), particularly congregational health promotion and disease prevention. However, the literature exploring the barriers and supports FCNs experience when serving their communities is limited. Thus, guided by Ziebarth’s (2016) conceptual framework of faith community nursing, this study explored the lived experiences of FCNs (N = 8) delivering care to faith communities in Alaska. Thematic analyses of qualitative data revealed three major themes including 1) the descriptions, characteristics, and roles performed by FCNs (e.g., active listening, policy-level recommendations); 2) barriers and other factors impacting FCNs’ delivery of care …

Is Semaglutide The Key To The Fight Against "Globesity"?, Melissa Travelsted, Maire M. Blankenship

International Journal of Faith Community Nursing

The obesity epidemic, referred to as "globesity" by the World Health Organization (WHO) in 2001, remains a critical global health issue with escalating prevalence rates. In 2022, approximately 2.5 billion adults worldwide were overweight, with 890 million classified as obese, highlighting a significant health burden and economic impact. By 2030, projections suggest over one billion individuals globally will be affected by obesity. In the United States, where more than 40% of adults are obese, healthcare costs attributed to obesity-related illnesses exceed $173 billion annually.

Obesity is defined by a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or above and significantly increases …

Perceived Stress Modulates Blood Pressure Reactivity To Stress In College Students, Manuel Sune, Natalie Younan, Caio Sousa

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Stress is an unavoidable part of everyday life that can have numerous effects on our bodies. In addition, the individual psychological perception of stress could represent a higher stress or stress reactivity in the physiological level, becoming the onset of many stress-related diseases. Persistently high levels of stress are common in college students and it's important to manage these levels to prevent the risk of health problems in the future. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study is to investigate the effect of perceived stress on cardiovascular reactivity to stress in college students. METHODS: Fourteen college students (f=5) participated in the …

The Effects Of Physical Activity On Cardiovascular Reactivity To Stress In College Students, Natalie Younan, Manuel Sune, Caio V. Sousa

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Stress is part of everyday life. Chronic stress can be a contributor to many physiological and psychological health problems. Chronic stress is also related to hyperreactivity to acute stress. PURPOSE: In this study, we aimed to investigate whether students with low, moderate, and high levels of physical activity (PA) have distinct cardiovascular responses to the cold pressor test (CPT). METHODS: College students (n=14; f=5) were given the short version of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) to assess their physical activity levels. After the assessment, participants were set up to the FINAPRES with an arm cuff and finger …

Sled-Pull Training Decreases Rate Of Force Development In Men And Women Soccer Players, James Ma, John A. Brasher, Robert Musci, Jenevieve L. Roper

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Sled-pull training is a popular training method thought to increase lower extremity strength and power in athletes. Lower extremity strength and power are factors for success in sport, particularly soccer. Asymmetry is thought to negatively impact athletes, by increasing their risk of injury, and should be the focus of any training program. PURPOSE: To determine the impact of a 12-week sled pull training intervention on isometric leg rate of force development (RFD) and RFD asymmetry. METHODS: Thirty men (n = 15; 20 ± 1.5yrs, 168.28 ± 5.17cm, 73.44 ± 3.46kg) and women (n = 15; 19.58 ± 1yr, …

Heart Rate And Energy Expenditure Validity Of Garmin Instinct Devices During Hiking Outdoors With And Without Trekking Poles: A Pilot Study, Kavon Mcarthur, Bethany Hoag, Josie Gines, Myranda Peck, James Navalta, Facsm, Kelly Goonan, Julie E. Taylor, Marcus M. Lawrence

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

ACSM has again named wearable technology the top fitness trend for 2024. Yet, the validity of wrist-worn devices for measuring average/maximal heart rate (HR) and estimating energy expenditure (EE) during outdoor hiking with and without trekking poles is unknown. PURPOSE: To determine the concurrent validity of identical Garmin Instinct devices to record valid measures of average and maximal HR as well as estimated EE during outdoor hiking with no poles, 1 or 2 trekking poles. METHODS: 11 (n=6 males, n=5 females, aged 20-39 yrs) adults randomly completed 3 pole conditions (no poles, 1 or 2 poles) during an ~10 min. …

Impact Of Running A 162-Km Mountain Race On Hydration And Gastrointestinal Response, Ryan Ott, Kamiry Robison, Kiara Fradin, Melani Kelly, Andrew Creer

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Gastrointestinal (GI) distress is a common complaint among runners, often worsening when less hydrated. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study is to evaluate hydration status and GI responses of 162-km ultramarathon runners. METHODS: 14 runners (11 males, 3 females; 36.9 ± 6.1 yrs, 72.5 ± 11.9 kg) completed the Bear 100 (7200m of vertical gain). Pre-, post-, and 24-h post-race completion, a survey to assess GI symptom presence was completed and weight and a urine sample was collected. Scored on a 10-point scale (0 = no problems; 10 = worst it has ever been), GI symptoms were divided into 1) …

The Effect Of Low Water Intake On Blood Glucose Measured With A Continuous Glucose Monitor, Doris Cheung, Safiya Rufino, Adam Seal

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

The number of people with Type II diabetes is rapidly increasing worldwide. Previous studies have shown several factors contribute to the development of Type II diabetes, such as genetics, diet, and physical activity. Previous laboratory studies have demonstrated adequate water intake may slightly reduce post-prandial blood glucose. However, none have focused on the relationship between water intake and blood glucose excursions in a free-living situation. PURPOSE: This study aimed to examine the effect of low water intake on glucose regulation in a free-living situation using continuous glucose monitoring. METHODS: In a counterbalanced cross-over fashion, three participants were randomly …

Comparison Of Pulmonary Measures During Virtual Reality Exercise And Outdoor Exercise, Setareh Zarei, Devin Green, Myranda Peck, Olivia R. Perez, Eric Lambert, Ty Erickson, Lijie Zhou, James W. Navalta, Jeffrey Cowley

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

The development of high-tech wearable devices is revolutionizing not only the way we live but also the way we exercise. Pulmonary responses to virtual reality (VR), as one of the latest technologies on the market, have been largely unstudied. To ensure that the workload is equivalent, one approach is to compare VR and outdoor (OUT) walks of similar visual environments. The findings from this study may be an initial step in providing evidence of VR as a platform for virtual exercise. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to assess whether walking in VR affects pulmonary responses differently than …

Effect Of Blood Flow Restriction Exercise On Post-Activation Potentiation In Resistance Trained Men And Women, Bulent Sokmen, Christopher Daniels, Melissa Aragon Matias, Garrett Campedel, Jairo Carrillo, Carter Michnevich, Cinthya Romano, Kandace Syer, Pauline Josephine Woodard, Hasan Ghadiri, Ibai Guadron, Arturo Ortiz, Collins Onyeukwu, Valentin Sanchez, Kent Abe, Monica Ohkubo

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Post-activation potentiation (PAP) is commonly employed to enhance the force-generating capacity of skeletal muscles. However, no studies have directly compared the PAP response elicited by blood flow restriction (BFR) exercise versus traditional bilateral training (TT). This distinction is critical, as differences in muscle activation are observed when comparing various exercise modalities. PURPOSE: Therefore, the purpose of this study was to investigate whether a BFR squat exercise would elicit a different PAP response compared to a traditional bilateral squat exercise. METHODS: A within-subjects repeated measures design was used to assess the acute effects of two distinct PAP protocols (traditional …

Effects Of Compression Sleeves On Muscle Oxygen Saturation During Graded Exercise In Acute Hypoxia, Geoffrey Dorsett, Nathan Chang, Hunter Paris, Jong-Kyung Kim, Trevor Gillum

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Lower partial pressure at altitude reduces the amount of oxygen able to be delivered to exercising muscles. Interventions to restore muscle oxygen saturation during hypoxic exercise have the potential to improve related measures like cardiac output and VO2. PURPOSE: The purpose of our study was to explore the effects of lower leg compression sleeves on muscle oxygen saturation during graded exercise in acute, normobaric hypoxia. METHODS: Seven male participants were recruited (Age = 24.5±3.2; Bodyfat% = 21.8±2.7; VO2 = 42.2±7.1) and underwent two graded exercise bouts at 20%, 40% and 60% of sea level VO2max in normobaric hypoxia (13.5% FiO2). …

Concurrent Heart Rate And Energy Expenditure Validity Of Polar Verity Sense Devices During Light And Moderate Intensity Resistance Training In Recreationally Active Adults: A Pilot Study, Collin Dawson, Spencer Maxwell, Olivia Perez, Setareh (Star) Zarei, Devin Green, Bethany Hoag, Michael Wong, Dustin Davis, Jeffrey C. Cowley, Merrill Funk, James W. Navalta Facsm, Marcus M. Lawrence

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Wearable technology is again the top fitness trend from ACSM for 2024. Our lab recently found that bicep-worn devices (Polar Verity Sense) are valid for measuring average/maximal heart rate (HR) but are not valid for estimating energy expenditure (EE) during acute resistance exercise training (RT). We postulated that the errors may have been due to the device’s algorithms assuming higher intensity during RT, but no study has directly tested these outcomes with various RT intensities. PURPOSE: To determine the concurrent validity of identical Polar Verity Sense bicep-devices to record valid measures of average and maximal HR as well as estimated …

Correlation Between Body Weight And Eccentric Hamstring Strength In American Football Players, Ty K. Hacking, Malorie Wilwand, Aaron W. Johnson, B. Brett Mortensen

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Hamstring strength and explosiveness is imperative for collegiate American football players to perform at the highest level. Understanding the respective correlations, based on players positions, between eccentric hamstring strength (HS) and body weight (BW) among football players may help coaches and players to develop strength protocols required for specific positions. We hypothesize that increasing BW will result in increased eccentric HS. PURPOSE: This study aims to examine the relationship between football players BW and their max eccentric HS. METHODS: As a secondary analysis from the HAMIR study, 95 (age: 21.4 ± 2.00 yr; Ht: 187.7 ± 6.17 cm; …

The Effects Of Blood-Flow Restriction Training On Bone Health At The Hip, Victoria Batlle, Sophia Lissin, Jacob Laubach, Todd Shoepe

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Bloodflow restriction training (BFR) partially restricts arterial inflow and completely restricts venous outflow to the working muscle to promote chemical signals of fatigue and is hypothesized to realize musculoskeletal adaptation with lighter training loads and volume. PURPOSE: The purpose was to determine short-term training effects of BFR on bone health in college-aged students. METHODS: 19 males (20.2±1.5 years, 25.5±4.7 kg/m2) and 21 females (20.2±1.8years, 24.3±3.4 kg/m2) were placed into control group (CON) or BFR groups based on stratified randomization. Hip scans from dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA) were performed before and after 7 weeks of BFR training at 50% …

The Effect Of Miniband Placement Variations On Hip And Knee Kinetics During Sidestep Activities, Makana Woods, Kevin Valenzuela, Riann Palmieri-Smith

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Utilizing the sidestep exercise as a regimen in a strength training program, has shown to improve hip muscle strength. However, varying band placement along the length of the legs may influence muscle activation and joint mechanics thereby influencing the effectiveness of the exercise. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of band placement on hip muscle activation and peak hip and knee abduction moments during the sidestep exercise. METHODS: Three subjects (1 female and 2 males; age: 23 +/- 1.15 years old; height: 1.72 +/- 0.12 m; mass: 76.57 +/- 12.15 kg) performed five …

The Feasibility Of High Intensity Interval Training In Individuals With Post-Stroke Aphasia, Ferdaus Ghafury, Lauren J. Cervantes, Christian J. Thompson

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Exercise boosts physical health in clinical populations and high intensity interval training (HIIT) has often been found to improve fitness to a greater and faster degree than moderate intensity exercise. However, there is a lack of research on the feasibility and safety HIIT in chronic stroke survivors. PURPOSE: We studied the safety and feasibility of Aphasia Physical EXercise (APEX), a HIIT program for those with post- stroke aphasia. We measured feasibility by: avoidance of adverse events (e.g., injuries), high adherence rates and participants' ability to meet the prescribed exercise intensity during individual training sessions. We also assessed APEX’s effect …

Comparison Of Lower Limb Sagittal Plane Kinematics And Kinetics Between Theia Markerless And Conventional Marker-Based Double Limb Squat Analysis In Patients Post Aclr, Cole Whitelaw, Willa Ma, Jiaqi Wang, Grace Choi, Susan Sigward

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Markerless motion capture (MoCap) may offer a promising advancement in the assessment of limb kinematics and kinetics, providing enhanced convenience and efficiency for movement assessments compared to traditional marker-based MoCap systems lowering the barrier for access into clinical biomechanics testing. In clinical contexts, particularly when evaluating lower limb kinematics and kinetics in populations with conditions like anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLr), it is crucial for a system to accurately detect subtle changes in movement indicative of injury or pathology. PURPOSE: Determine concurrent validity of kinematic and kinetic data collected using marker and markerless MoCap technologies during a double limb squat …

Fatigue Effects On Shoulder And Elbow Joint Loading During The Tennis Serve, Alexander "Sasha" Rovinsky, Sean Chen, Sam Rosenkranz, Christiane O'Hara, Scott Hazelwood

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

An effective tennis serve is one of the most crucial skills an experienced athlete will implement to gain a decisive advantage in a match. It is an incredibly dynamic, powerful chain of movements classified into preparation, acceleration and follow-through phases. Consequently, the peak physical intensity of these accelerated motions put tennis players at increased risk for shoulder injuries. PURPOSE: To assess how tennis serving arm, shoulder joint forces, shoulder rotation moment, kinematics, and muscle activity are affected by match play induced fatigue. We tested the hypothesis that tennis-related fatigue will have a significant effect on tennis serving arm and …

Associations Between Older Adult Physical Activity Levels, Self-Efficacy For Exercise And Sleep Habits, Edilzer Juarez, Kiana Noriega, Giselle Robles, Jasmine Castillo, Sarah Dunn

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Motivation for exercise and engagement in healthy lifestyle behaviors (physically active, quality sleep, etc.) may help reduce the risk of non-communicable diseases, especially in older adults. Self-efficacy for exercise (SEE), performing regular physical activity (PA) and maintaining healthy sleep habits, often lead to positive health benefits. PURPOSE: To assess the relationships between SEE, PA levels and sleep quality/quantity in older adults. METHODS: Older adults (N = 60, age; 71.2 土 8.8 years, female; n = 42 and male; n = 18), were recruited for an IRB-approved cross-sectional research study conducted in spring, 2024. The survey (Qualtrics) consisted of …

Can Increasing Acceleration Factors Of A Massage Gun Increase Blood Flow Within 2-Minutes In The Popliteal Artery - A Pilot Study, Halli Williams, Camille Nguyen, Ray Merill, J. Brent Feland

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Percussive massage devices have gained popularity in the last few years for their claimed holistic benefits to promote recovery. Very little research exists to support these widely marketed claims. To date only 2 articles exist suggesting it takes 5 minutes to see improvement in blood flow. PURPOSE: Determine if a larger head and increased amplitude can alter blood flow in the popliteal artery within 2 minutes. METHODS: 11 individuals (age=24.1士4.2yrs, ht=175士10.3cm, wt=71.3士9.9kg) participated in this study. Each participant came in for 3 sessions that consisted of a sham treatment (ST), a 2-minute percussive massage treatment (2M), and a …

Effects Of Dance Footwear On Kinetics And Lower Limb Joint Kinematics During Jeté Jumps, Stephana Powell, Jenny Camacho, Gwendolyn R. Retzinger, Eloisa Hernandez, Danielle N. Jarvis Dr.

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Footwear used by dancers often offers little support to the lower extremities. There have been efforts to design footwear aimed at decreasing incidence of injury and increasing dance performance. The interaction between the floor and the foot is heavily influenced by the choice of footwear, yet there has been little research done on the effects footwear has on dance performance. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of footwear on ground reaction forces and lower extremity kinematics and kinetics during a jeté landing. METHODS: Three-dimensional analysis was performed using a 12-camera video motion analysis system (Motion …

Parkinson’S Ambulation Cueing Expedition: The Effects Of Vocalization On Parkinsonian Gait, Gwendolyn R. Retzinger, Wendy T. Pham, Kayla E. Hori, Luis F. Gonzalez, Kenneth M. Mazariegos, Jacob W. Hinkel-Lipsker

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Impaired gait is detrimental to the overall quality of life in people with Parkinson’s disease (PD). Characteristic shuffling and freezing gait patterns can be ameliorated through auditory cueing methods. Internal mental singing is more effective than external cueing methods such as singing aloud. The absence of small laryngeal vibrations could be the reasoning behind these improvements. PURPOSE: This feasibility study aimed to determine whether humming or whispering is a more effective cueing method for improving Parkinsonian gait and extrapolate the effects of the vocal cords on PD gait. METHODS: Participants walked 28m under four randomized cueing conditions: no …

Comparison Of Subjective Response To Virtual Reality Exercise And Outdoor Exercise, Eric Lambert, Jeffrey Cowley, Lijie Zhou, James W. Navalta, Devin Green, Olivia R. Perez, Myranda Peck, Setareh Zarei, Ty Erickson

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

ABSTRACT Virtual reality (VR) devices are becoming more immersive by providing platforms that allow people to control their experiences in more natural ways. As such, many opportunities are emerging to utilize VR products for physical activity. However, little research has been done to determine the difference between the subjective experience of physical activity in VR from that of a real-world environment. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study is to determine if any differences exist in individuals’ subjective response to walking outdoors compared to walking indoors on a VR treadmill. METHODS: After providing consent, 11 participants (5 female, 27.6 …