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Cross-Sectional And Longitudinal Relationships Between Skinfold Thicknesses Obtained By Ultrasonography And Body Fat Estimates Produced By Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry, Jacob J. Green, Robert W. Smith, Patrick S. Harty, Matthew T. Stratton, Christian Rodriguez, Sarah White, Abegale D. Williams, Baylor A. Johnson, Jacob Dellinger, Marqui Benavides, Madelin R. Siedler, Grant M. Tinsley Feb 2021

Cross-Sectional And Longitudinal Relationships Between Skinfold Thicknesses Obtained By Ultrasonography And Body Fat Estimates Produced By Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry, Jacob J. Green, Robert W. Smith, Patrick S. Harty, Matthew T. Stratton, Christian Rodriguez, Sarah White, Abegale D. Williams, Baylor A. Johnson, Jacob Dellinger, Marqui Benavides, Madelin R. Siedler, Grant M. Tinsley

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Ultrasonography (US) and dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) are frequently used to assess body composition. Although sometimes compared cross-sectionally, their agreement longitudinally requires further exploration. Purpose: The purpose of the present study was to examine the cross-sectional and longitudinal relationships between total and segmental raw skinfold thicknesses obtained by US and total and segmental body composition estimates produced by DXA over the course of an overfeeding study. Methods: Twenty healthy, resistance-trained males (mean ± SD; age: 22.0 ± 2.6 years; height: 179.1 ± 7.0 cm; body mass: 74.8 ± 11.5 kg, body fat: 17.5 ± 4.5%) completed a 6-week intervention that …


Analyzing The Between-Day Reliability Of Three-Dimensional Body Scanners For Body Composition Assessment, Gabrielle C. Dehaven, Madelin R. Siedler, Matthew T. Stratton, Patrick S. Harty, Christian Rodriguez, Dale Keith, Jacob Green, Jake Boykin, Jacob Dellinger, Sarah White, Abegale D. Williams, Grant M. Tinsley Feb 2021

Analyzing The Between-Day Reliability Of Three-Dimensional Body Scanners For Body Composition Assessment, Gabrielle C. Dehaven, Madelin R. Siedler, Matthew T. Stratton, Patrick S. Harty, Christian Rodriguez, Dale Keith, Jacob Green, Jake Boykin, Jacob Dellinger, Sarah White, Abegale D. Williams, Grant M. Tinsley

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

In the growing world of health and well-being, three-dimensional (3D) scanning is emerging as a popular tool to assess body composition. While body composition cannot be truly “measured” in living humans, it can be approximated. This, however, leads to two types of errors (i.e., technical and biological) in the body composition assessment. PURPOSE: This study was used to determine what percent or range of percentages in body fat one must exceed before concluding a real change has occurred. By conducting assessments on separate days, with only a short period of time between them, true changes in body composition are …


Relationships Between Functional Performance And Quadriceps Muscle Size And Quality In Healthy Older Women, Ahalee C. Farrow, Chinonye C. Agu-Udemba, Ethan A. Mitchell, Ty B. Palmer Feb 2021

Relationships Between Functional Performance And Quadriceps Muscle Size And Quality In Healthy Older Women, Ahalee C. Farrow, Chinonye C. Agu-Udemba, Ethan A. Mitchell, Ty B. Palmer

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Ultrasound assessments of quadriceps cross-sectional area (CSA) and echo intensity (EI) are commonly used to evaluate lower-body muscle size and quality in older adults. It has been hypothesized that muscle CSA and EI of the quadriceps may be important predictors of functional performances such as gait speed and vertical jump power. However, limited data exist regarding how these parameters associate with performance during a timed up-and-go (TUG) task. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to examine the relationships between TUG performance and muscle CSA and EI of the quadriceps in older women. METHODS: Twenty healthy older women …


A Case Study: Femoroacetabular Impingement In Collegiate Baseball, Candace Parker, Morgan Spencer-Roth Feb 2021

A Case Study: Femoroacetabular Impingement In Collegiate Baseball, Candace Parker, Morgan Spencer-Roth

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

CASE HISTORY: The patient is a 19-year-old collegiate baseball infielder who presented with an ongoing pain in his left hip that had originally presented when the patient was in high school. After becoming a member of a collegiate baseball team, his hip pain persisted, followed shortly by a new pain in his right hip. The patient had been dealing with and conservatively treating the left hip pain for a year, and with the presentation of right hip pain during his first collegiate semester a decision was made to visit the team physician. PHYSICAL EXAM: Examination of the patient’s …


Partial Rupture Of The Distal Biceps Tendon In A Collegiate Football Player, Derran J. Strydom, Melissa D. Long Feb 2021

Partial Rupture Of The Distal Biceps Tendon In A Collegiate Football Player, Derran J. Strydom, Melissa D. Long

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

CASE HISTORY: The patient is a 20-year-old collegiate football player who presented to the athletic training staff with pain in his left arm near his elbow. He states that he was attempting to make a tackle and that his arm was pushed into hyperextension by another player. He reported discomfort, pain, and numbness in his arm. He attempted to continue to play after completing arm flexion and extension in between plays. His pain levels increased as his range of motion activity continued. The patient could no longer continue during practice and was taken to the medical tent for further …


The Relationship Between Squat Jump Performance And Sprint Profile In Collegiate Track And Field Athletes, Martin S. Dietze-Hermosa, Sergio Rodriguez, Samuel Montalvo, Matthew P. Gonzalez, Nicholas R. Cubillos, Emily Martinez, Joshua Del Rio, Sandor Dorgo Feb 2021

The Relationship Between Squat Jump Performance And Sprint Profile In Collegiate Track And Field Athletes, Martin S. Dietze-Hermosa, Sergio Rodriguez, Samuel Montalvo, Matthew P. Gonzalez, Nicholas R. Cubillos, Emily Martinez, Joshua Del Rio, Sandor Dorgo

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

The squat jump (SJ) necessitates the inter-play of various biomechanical components for better jump performance. Good sprint performance requires the inter-play of many of the same biomechanical components. Researchers have previously examined how the speed, force, velocity, and power interact during sprinting, but have yet to examine how these measures are associated with SJ performance measures. PURPOSE: Examine the relationship between squat jump performance measures and the sprint profile measurements of collegiate track and field athletes. METHODS: Twenty-five athletes (18 males and 7 females) completed two squat jump trials with a linear encoder attached to a 45 lbs. …


Effects Of Foam Rolling And Static Stretching On Flexibility And Performance Longevity, Jazmin Howard Feb 2020

Effects Of Foam Rolling And Static Stretching On Flexibility And Performance Longevity, Jazmin Howard

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Developing flexibility by improving both active and passive range of motion is crucial in many sporting activities. Flexibility aids in performance but it is unsure how long peak performance lasts. PURPOSE: To examine and compare how long the effects of foam rolling and static stretching last by measuring vertical jump performance and hip range of motion at different time increments. METHODS: Fourteen undergraduate division III athletes participated (20.0 ± 1.25 years) in a cross over design. Subjects were foam rolled and static stretched and then had their hip range of motion and vertical jump height measured. Measurements occurred at …


The Role Of University-Required Fitness Courses In Students' Health And Exercise Practices, Haley Turner, Kara Jones, Katelyn Cole, Yunsuk Koh, Heather Hudson Feb 2020

The Role Of University-Required Fitness Courses In Students' Health And Exercise Practices, Haley Turner, Kara Jones, Katelyn Cole, Yunsuk Koh, Heather Hudson

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Lifetime fitness (LF) classes include exercise, sport, and recreational activity courses. The main purposes of LF classes are to give health education that elicits mental, social, and physical preparation for a lifelong experience of fitness. However, previous research has not extensively investigated the role of LF classes on students’ motivations to exercise during and after completing the course. PURPOSE: To determine whether or not taking an LF class contributes to a student’s motivation to exercise, to determine a motivation for signing up for an LF course, to determine why they chose that specific class, and to determine the degree to …


Pilot Study: Validity Of The Sway Application With Multiple Mobile Devices, Keandra Gray, Brittany Thompson, Jennifer Lancaster Feb 2020

Pilot Study: Validity Of The Sway Application With Multiple Mobile Devices, Keandra Gray, Brittany Thompson, Jennifer Lancaster

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

The Sway Application is used to test for concussions inactive populations. Many studies have been conducted using the application testing validity and reliability, but most have used an iPhone or another Apple product. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study is to analyze the validity of multiple mobile devices using the Sway Medical Application compared to the Biodex Balance System. This study is aimed to test if this application balance component is inclusive to four mobile devices, such as the iPad, iPhone, Android phone, Android Tablet. METHODS: 10 healthy college-age students (4 males, 6 females) from a rural public university …


The Athletic Trainer’S Perspective On Athletics’ Drug Policy And Program At The Junior And Community College Level, Kayla Ewing, Steve Simpson, Andrea Green Feb 2020

The Athletic Trainer’S Perspective On Athletics’ Drug Policy And Program At The Junior And Community College Level, Kayla Ewing, Steve Simpson, Andrea Green

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

The National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) has only a position statement in regards to drug testing policy and procedure when compared to the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) detailed drug testing program handbook.The NJCAA position statement brings about speculation of how drug testing is monitored and enforced on this level, and if there is a drug education program being implemented by every institution. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to look at the quality of drug policy and intervention programs through the athletic trainer at different institutions within the NJCAA. This considers whether perception of policy and …


Exploring The Role Of Bmp7 Gene Expression In An In Vitro Model Of Aging Human Skeletal Muscle., Dreanna M. Mcadams, Emily L. Zumbro, Chase M. White, Ryan A. Gordon, Anthony A. Duplanty Feb 2020

Exploring The Role Of Bmp7 Gene Expression In An In Vitro Model Of Aging Human Skeletal Muscle., Dreanna M. Mcadams, Emily L. Zumbro, Chase M. White, Ryan A. Gordon, Anthony A. Duplanty

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Sarcopenia is an age-related condition associated with rapid loss of skeletal muscle (SKM) tissue that affects mobility and quality of life of geriatric individuals. Mechanistic Target of Rapamycin (mTOR) and Protein Kinase B (AKT) have significant roles in SKM hypertrophy with responses to DNA damage and repair within SKM. However, mTOR and AKT expression is significantly decreased with age. Upstream of AKT, Bone Morphogenetic Protein (BMP7) is a member of the TGF-β signaling family that has been reported as a positive regulator of muscle hypertrophy through the Bmp–Smad1/5/8 signaling axis. PURPOSE: To use an in vitro model of aging …


Femoral Neck Stress Fracture, Kayla Gable, Lindsay Edwards, Chuck Ruot Feb 2020

Femoral Neck Stress Fracture, Kayla Gable, Lindsay Edwards, Chuck Ruot

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

CLINICAL PRESENTATION & EXAM: A patient with a femoral neck stress fracture will complain of persistent deep groin pain, orientated anteriorly. The patient will note pain as a new sensation in that area of the body that increases during activity. A patient with a femoral neck stress fracture will have tenderness to palpation. Pain from femoral neck stress fractures occur with repeated vigorous training, such as running, rather than trauma. During a physical examination by a medical professional, a patient suffering from a femoral neck stress fracture will have a gait that favors one leg, the fractured leg will …


Performance Differences In High Intensity Training Participants, William T. Mchenry, Robyn H. Whitehead, Brody W. Sizemore, Victor K. Mortezazadeh, Malcolm T. Whitehead Feb 2020

Performance Differences In High Intensity Training Participants, William T. Mchenry, Robyn H. Whitehead, Brody W. Sizemore, Victor K. Mortezazadeh, Malcolm T. Whitehead

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

High intensity training has become increasingly popular over the last 20 years with the advent of well-known training regimens such as P90X, CrossFit, Beachbody, PiYo, and Camp Gladiator. As such, it is important to understand the differences among individuals who participate in high intensity training. PURPOSE: The purpose of this research was to examine differences in Functional Movement Screen (FMS) scores, strength, power, and dynamic exercise in a cohort of male and female high intensity trained athletes (HIT). METHODS: A total of thirty participants (males, n=15; and females, n=15) (mean ± SD; age = 30.7 ± 9.9 years) with minimum …


Geographic Disparity Of Female Athlete Triad Awareness And Access To Resources In The Ncaa, Anna G. Warner, Katherine H. Rizzone, Robert D. Chetlin, Scott Davis, Timothy Harvey, Paul M. Gordon Feb 2020

Geographic Disparity Of Female Athlete Triad Awareness And Access To Resources In The Ncaa, Anna G. Warner, Katherine H. Rizzone, Robert D. Chetlin, Scott Davis, Timothy Harvey, Paul M. Gordon

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

The Female Athlete Triad is a pervasive, multifactorial morbidity among college athletes. The geographic disparity of female athlete triad awareness and access to resources in NCAA is unknown. PURPOSE: To determine geographic disparities in awareness of Triad components and resource access in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). METHOD: Division I-III NCAA compliance officers were sent an email containing a request to disseminate a web-based survey to cross country coaches in their respective conferences. The web-linked instrument included: a study synopsis; an informed consent statement, and; the IRB-approved survey tool. Respondents were grouped geographically based upon conference headquarters …


Contribution Of The Ankle, Knee, And Hip To Total Lower Extremity Internal/External Rotation, Dylan P. Lidge, Tal Amasay, Vered Arbel Feb 2020

Contribution Of The Ankle, Knee, And Hip To Total Lower Extremity Internal/External Rotation, Dylan P. Lidge, Tal Amasay, Vered Arbel

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

The nature of the ankle, knee, and hip interaction can profoundly impact the movement patterns of the lower extremities. The ability to internally and externally rotate the lower extremity is essential in order to effectively absorb and apply force. In previous studies, most measurements have been conducted in 2D using a protractor, while mainly evaluating the hip. Dysfunction in any joint throughout the kinetic chain can lead to inefficient movement patterns that can compromise performance and potentially lead to injury. Appreciating the complexity of the lower extremity brings to attention the importance of any segments that are compromised. PURPOSE: …


Rheologic Properties Of A Novel Gelatin Methacrylate Bioink For 3d Printing Musculoskeletal Grafts, Sara Peper, Neelam Ahuja, Thy Vo, Kamal Awad, Venu Varanasi Feb 2020

Rheologic Properties Of A Novel Gelatin Methacrylate Bioink For 3d Printing Musculoskeletal Grafts, Sara Peper, Neelam Ahuja, Thy Vo, Kamal Awad, Venu Varanasi

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

According to data published in The Burden of Musculoskeletal Diseases in the United States (BMUS) nearly 18% of the US population experienced a sports-related musculoskeletal injury in 2012. The field of Tissue Engineering has made strides towards 3D printing musculoskeletal grafts in the past few years to treat these injuries. Despite these advances, producing bioinks that are highly printable and also imitate the dynamic viscoelastic properties of soft tissue types in order to stimulate regeneration remains a challenge. An ideal bioink for 3D bioprinting must possess proper mechanical, biological, and rheological properties for specific tissue applications. The most important rheologic …


Differences In Impact And Load During Collegiate Rugby 7s, Camden Wilson, Jessica Prather, Javier Zaragoza, Matthias Tinnin, Ariane Secrest, Justin Goonan, Lemuel W. Taylor Iv Feb 2020

Differences In Impact And Load During Collegiate Rugby 7s, Camden Wilson, Jessica Prather, Javier Zaragoza, Matthias Tinnin, Ariane Secrest, Justin Goonan, Lemuel W. Taylor Iv

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Rugby 7s is a sport played with seven players, and two, 7-minute halves, played on a standard rugby field of 100 meters long by 70 meters wide. Impacts with forces greater than 10.0 Gs are an often occurrence in rugby 7s, and the occurrence can be quite frequent in such a short period of time (14 minutes of match play). Multiple matches are played in a day or throughout a weekend in tournament format thus adding to the load on players and current research on the amount of impact and load players experience is lacking in a U.S. collegiate population. …


Sex Difference In Cardiorespiratory Stress From High-Intensity Interval Exercise, Paolo Miguel Salvador, Mauricio Martinez, Joaquin Gonzales, Eric Rivas Feb 2020

Sex Difference In Cardiorespiratory Stress From High-Intensity Interval Exercise, Paolo Miguel Salvador, Mauricio Martinez, Joaquin Gonzales, Eric Rivas

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

High-intensity interval exercise is time efficient and has similar cardiorespiratory health benefits as moderate-intensity continuous exercise. However, the prescription of high-intensity exercise may differ between men and women due to sex differences in cardiovascular function. PURPOSE: Therefore, the objective of this study was to examine whether sex differences exist for absolute and relative oxygen uptake (VO2) and heart rate (HR) when exercise was performed at a percentage of maximal cycling work rate measured in watts (Wmax). METHODS: We recruited 8 active college-aged participants (5 men, 3 women). Participants completed an incremental maximal exercise test on a …


Impact Of Fluid Consumption On Estimates Of Intracellular, Extracellular, And Total Body Water From Multi-Frequency Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis, Marqui Benavides, Baylor A. Johnson, Patrick S. Harty, Matthew T. Stratton, Jacob Dellinger, Robert W. Smith, Abegale D. Williams, Christian Rodriguez, Sarah White, Grant M. Tinsley Feb 2020

Impact Of Fluid Consumption On Estimates Of Intracellular, Extracellular, And Total Body Water From Multi-Frequency Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis, Marqui Benavides, Baylor A. Johnson, Patrick S. Harty, Matthew T. Stratton, Jacob Dellinger, Robert W. Smith, Abegale D. Williams, Christian Rodriguez, Sarah White, Grant M. Tinsley

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Multi-frequency bioelectrical impedance analysis (MFBIA) is able to distinguish between total body water (TBW), extracellular water (ECW) and intracellular water (ICW). Low-frequency currents are thought to primarily pass through ECW, while high-frequency currents pass through all body fluids (i.e., TBW). ICW can then be estimated by subtracting ECW from TBW. As such, MFBIA may have utility for monitoring health conditions resulting in water retention within specific fluid compartments. However, the sensitivity of fluid estimates from MFBIA is not fully established. PURPOSE: To evaluate the effects of acute fluid ingestion on body water estimates produced by a MFBIA analyzer. METHODS …


Cross-Validation Of A Prediction Equation For Energy Expenditure Of An Acute Resistance Exercise Bout, Sean T. Stanelle, Jason Lytle Mr., Bradley Lambert, Steven E. Martin, John S. Green Ph.D., Stephen F. Crouse Feb 2020

Cross-Validation Of A Prediction Equation For Energy Expenditure Of An Acute Resistance Exercise Bout, Sean T. Stanelle, Jason Lytle Mr., Bradley Lambert, Steven E. Martin, John S. Green Ph.D., Stephen F. Crouse

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Previously, our laboratory introduced a regression equation for predicting net kcal consumption of a resistance exercise (RE) bout: Total net kcal = 0.874(height, cm) - 0.596(age, years) - 1.016(fat mass, kg) + 1.638(lean mass, kg) + 2.461(total volume x 10-3) - 110.742 (R2 = 0.773, SEE=28.5 kcal). PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to validate this regression equation using the same variables as predictors. METHODS: Forty-seven healthy, active subjects (23 men, 24 women, 20-58 yrs, 173.5 ± 10.5 cm, 85.5 ± 19.0 kg, VO2max 36.0 ± 8.4 ml/kg/min) were randomly divided into validation …


Acute Effects Of Squat Position And Whole-Body Vibration Frequencies On Muscular Function And Jump Performance, Jonathan Tyler Gonzalez, Imtiaz Masfique Dowllah, Nancy Calle, Gualberto Garza Iv, Galilea Chapa, Julissa Perez, Jose M. Sosa, Liana Chee, Ulku Karabulut, Murat Karabulut Feb 2020

Acute Effects Of Squat Position And Whole-Body Vibration Frequencies On Muscular Function And Jump Performance, Jonathan Tyler Gonzalez, Imtiaz Masfique Dowllah, Nancy Calle, Gualberto Garza Iv, Galilea Chapa, Julissa Perez, Jose M. Sosa, Liana Chee, Ulku Karabulut, Murat Karabulut

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

PURPOSE: To determine the acute effects of different whole-body vibration (WBV) frequencies and squat depths on lower extremity isometric and isokinetic muscle function and vertical jump performance. METHODS: Thirteen healthy male (age = 23.8 ± 5.3 years) and fifteen healthy female subjects (age = 22.45 ± 3.04 years) performed six randomized sessions of vibration protocols (VPs) in different squat positions with 90° (low-squat) and 140° (high-squat) knee flexion angle at 30 Hz (30Hz90°; 30Hz140°), 40 Hz (40Hz90°; 40Hz140°) & 50 Hz (50Hz90°; 50Hz140°). Each subject performed 5 sets x 1-min of static squats with 30-sec rest between each …


Water Immersion Skin Wrinkling: The Influence Of Age, Sex, And Adiposity, Jonathon Kava, Daroonwan Suksom, Hirofumi Tanaka Feb 2020

Water Immersion Skin Wrinkling: The Influence Of Age, Sex, And Adiposity, Jonathon Kava, Daroonwan Suksom, Hirofumi Tanaka

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

From the evolutionary perspective, water immersion skin wrinkling (WISW) is the perceived water drainage to enhance grip in wet conditions. In the modern medicine, it is a noninvasive test of limb sympathetic function and can be used to assess peripheral neuropathy. WISW occurs as sympathetically-mediated contraction of subcutaneous glomus bodies after perturbation of ion concentration in palmar sweat glands. This phenomenon has not been studied well. Currently, it is not clear if common demographic variations (e.g., age, sex, and adiposity) that impact overall cardio-autonomic health status also affect WISW. Purpose: The purpose of the present study is to determine if …


An Examination Of The Effects Of Various Procedures To Improve Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness, Michael Vela, Amanda Skaggs, Andrew Gutierrez, Caitlin Tagle, Kevin Canales, Mayra Limas, Gabriel Figueroa, Ulku Karabulut, Murat Karabulut Feb 2020

An Examination Of The Effects Of Various Procedures To Improve Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness, Michael Vela, Amanda Skaggs, Andrew Gutierrez, Caitlin Tagle, Kevin Canales, Mayra Limas, Gabriel Figueroa, Ulku Karabulut, Murat Karabulut

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) is a condition typically accompanied with muscular pain and stiffness. Prior research suggests that applying external pressure to muscle following DOMS may aid in the recovery process. PURPOSE: To examine the acute effects of various recovery methods on DOMS. METHODS: Following intense DOMS-inducing exercise, nine males (age = 23.6 ± 2.4 years) were exposed to three treatment conditions (foam rolling (FR); body tempering (BT); blood flow restriction (BFR)) or control in a random order. Resting blood pressures were observed and recorded each laboratory visit. Subjects warmed up with a 5-minute treadmill walk at …


Comparison Of Bioimpedance Analysis And Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry In Division Iii Football Athletes, Dylan J. Birdsell, Grant Tinsley, Javier Zaragoza, Matthias Tinnin, Jessica Prather, Christine Harrison, Shay Smith, Chris Lockwood, Lem Taylor Feb 2020

Comparison Of Bioimpedance Analysis And Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry In Division Iii Football Athletes, Dylan J. Birdsell, Grant Tinsley, Javier Zaragoza, Matthias Tinnin, Jessica Prather, Christine Harrison, Shay Smith, Chris Lockwood, Lem Taylor

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Body composition is an integral component of physiology and pathology, as well as an indication of how the musculoskeletal system changes over time in response to training and/or nutritional modifications. Two common methods of estimating body composition include bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) and dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA). There is a debate regarding the agreement between these two methods, and it is thought that the population being tested may influence the similarity of estimates obtained by these technologies. Limited data comparing these two methodologies in athletic populations are available. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to take examine the agreement …


Impairments In Cerebral Autoregulation Is Associated With Postural Control In Sports Related Concussion, Abigail L. Reichow, Madison Mccredie, Mathew Stokes, Kathleen R. Bell, Sushmita Purkayastha Feb 2020

Impairments In Cerebral Autoregulation Is Associated With Postural Control In Sports Related Concussion, Abigail L. Reichow, Madison Mccredie, Mathew Stokes, Kathleen R. Bell, Sushmita Purkayastha

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Global and regional deficits in cerebral blood flow are reported with concussions, a major public health concern, with approximately 3.8 million incidences occurring annually in the United States alone. Recent studies have identified an increased risk of musculoskeletal injuries in athletes upon return-to-play. Complexity index is a sensitive marker of postural control, with low complexity index indicating a poor physiological adaptation to stress. PURPOSE: Twofold; 1. Examine complexity index and dynamic cerebral autoregulation (dCA) at rest and during physical stress (rhythmic squatting) in collegiate athletes following a concussion in comparison to non-injured controls. 2. Examine the association between complexity …


Effects Of Community-Based Exercise Training Among Older Individuals With Metabolic Disease, Cardiovascular Disease, Or Muscle Atrophy, Stacie B. Black, Nikhat Jharia, Binal Dholariya, Seth George, Anne Anders, Kirk L. English, Julianna M. Dean, William E. Amonette Feb 2020

Effects Of Community-Based Exercise Training Among Older Individuals With Metabolic Disease, Cardiovascular Disease, Or Muscle Atrophy, Stacie B. Black, Nikhat Jharia, Binal Dholariya, Seth George, Anne Anders, Kirk L. English, Julianna M. Dean, William E. Amonette

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Exercise training is associated with increased health benefits such as improved quality of life, mental health, and physical functioning. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study is to quantify the effects of structured aerobic and resistance exercise training on body composition, functional tests, and quality of life in older individuals in a community-based facility. We hypothesized that at least moderate participation in the program would decrease fat mass, improve outcomes on grip and timed movement tests, and increase quality of life. METHODS: Twenty subjects who were members from a community-based institute participated in the study (7M:13F; 69.10 ± 6.40 …


The Metabolic Cost Of Pushing Versus Carrying A Golfbag, Leilani Mcdaniel, Edward Merritt, Scott P. Mclean Feb 2020

The Metabolic Cost Of Pushing Versus Carrying A Golfbag, Leilani Mcdaniel, Edward Merritt, Scott P. Mclean

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

The two most common non-motorized methods for transporting golf clubs in recreational and amateur golf are carrying a double strap bag or pushing a wheeled cart. The transportation method of golf clubs can have a direct impact on the necessary metabolic, musculoskeletal and cardiorespiratory requirements of golf performance. PURPOSE: To compare the metabolic cost of pushing versus carrying a golf bag. METHODS: Twenty two participants (18 Male, 3 Female, 24.2±8.9 yrs, 176.6±14.5 cm, and 76.2±14.5 kg) were recruited for one session in which they walked one mile while carrying and one mile while pushing a 25lb golf bag (determined as …


Influence Of Subject Presentation On Body Composition Estimates From Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry, Air Displacement Plethysmography, And Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis, Patrick S. Harty, Matthew T. Stratton, Baylor A. Johnson, Jacob R. Dellinger, Marqui L. Benavides, Robert W. Smith, Sarah J. White, Abegale D. Williams, Christian Rodriguez, Grant M. Tinsley Feb 2020

Influence Of Subject Presentation On Body Composition Estimates From Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry, Air Displacement Plethysmography, And Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis, Patrick S. Harty, Matthew T. Stratton, Baylor A. Johnson, Jacob R. Dellinger, Marqui L. Benavides, Robert W. Smith, Sarah J. White, Abegale D. Williams, Christian Rodriguez, Grant M. Tinsley

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Body composition assessment devices are commonly employed to track changes associated with exercise or nutritional interventions. However, many individuals undergo body composition assessments with little to no pre-testing standardization of dietary intake or physical activity, potentially introducing error into their results. PURPOSE: To examine the validity of unstandardized body composition assessments relative to standardized assessments using three common body composition assessment devices. METHODS: Twenty-three resistance-trained males (Mean ± SD; 21.6 ± 2.6 years; 71.3 ± 6.8 kg; 177.4 ± 5.9 cm; 17.4 ± 4.1% DXA-derived percent body fat [%BF]) underwent paired body composition assessments via dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry …


Comparison Of The Effects Of Two Different Resistance Training Programs On Strength In Older Males., Ricardo Parra, Murat Karabulut Feb 2020

Comparison Of The Effects Of Two Different Resistance Training Programs On Strength In Older Males., Ricardo Parra, Murat Karabulut

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Age-related decrement in skeletal muscle strength can be attenuated by resistance training. Blood-flow restriction training has shown promising results when working with lighter loads, mimicking the response to resistance training at moderate-to-high- intensities. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to compare the effects of 8 weeks of blood flow restriction (BFR) training and traditional endurance resistance training on isotonic, isokinetic, isometric strength in older males. METHODS: A total of 17 males (57.0 yr ± 4.6 yr) completed the study. Subjects were randomly assigned to two training groups: blood flow restriction (BFR; n= 9) or endurance resistance training (END; n …


Attempting To Acutely Manipulate Ground Contact Time Imbalances Impairs Running Economy, Broderick L. Dickerson, Eric J. Jones, Dani D. Willis, Dustin P. Joubert Feb 2020

Attempting To Acutely Manipulate Ground Contact Time Imbalances Impairs Running Economy, Broderick L. Dickerson, Eric J. Jones, Dani D. Willis, Dustin P. Joubert

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Running economy (RE) is a key performance determinant. Biomechanical markers have been linked to RE, including ground contact time (GCT), cadence, and vertical oscillation (VO). Recently, we showed a strong relationship between GCT imbalances and RE. Because these markers can be tracked real-time with consumer-wearable devices, runners now have access to instant feedback concerning their mechanics. PURPOSE: Determine if attempting to correct GCT imbalances real-time alters mechanics and RE. METHODS: 7 recreational runners (38 ± 15 years, 24.7 ± 2.8 kg/m2, 5 male) completed 2, 10-minute running trials (9.65 km/hr) on separate days. For both trials, subjects ran …