Muscle Contributions To Frontal And Transverse Plane Whole-Body Angular Momentum, 2011 University of Texas at Austin
Muscle Contributions To Frontal And Transverse Plane Whole-Body Angular Momentum, Richard R. Neptune, Craig P. Mcgowan, Allison Kinney
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Faculty Publications
The purpose of this study was to build upon previous work by analyzing how gravity and individual muscles contribute to frontal and traverse plane whole-body angular momentum. Identifying which muscles are responsible for generating angular momentum has important implications for the diagnosis and treatment of movement disorders.
Parent Education Trainings For Youth Sports: A Look Into Administrators Feelings About Need For Trainings, 2011 University of Connecticut
Parent Education Trainings For Youth Sports: A Look Into Administrators Feelings About Need For Trainings, Christopher W. Woodside
Master's Theses
No abstract provided.
The Decline In Baseball Participation Amongst African American Youth, 2011 University of Connecticut
The Decline In Baseball Participation Amongst African American Youth, Michael Mudrick
Master's Theses
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The basis for this thesis was to study the decline in baseball participation amongst African American youth through the lens of social learning theory. This was done in conjunction with interviews with 10 young African American non-baseball players, ages 11-13, who resided in an urban setting in a northeastern city. Because of the paucity of African Americans in Major League Baseball today, social learning theory, a philosophy heavily predicated on the influence of role models, was seen …
Can America’S Top Sedentary Activity Be Made More Active?: Physical Activity And Leisure-Time Study (Pals), 2011 University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Can America’S Top Sedentary Activity Be Made More Active?: Physical Activity And Leisure-Time Study (Pals), Jeremy Adam Steeves
Doctoral Dissertations
This dissertation investigated 1) the energy expenditure of stepping in place during TV commercials (commercial stepping), 2) determined the best objective tool to measure commercial stepping, 3) and assessed the efficacy of commercial stepping to increase the activity levels of sedentary, overweight adults.
First, twenty-three adults (normal to obese) had their energy expenditure measured while at rest, sitting, standing, stepping in place and walking at 3.0 mph on the treadmill, followed by one hour each of sedentary TV viewing and commercial stepping in the laboratory. Stepping in place, walking at 3.0 mph, and commercial stepping, had a higher caloric requirement …
The Effects Of Sodium Bicarbonate Supplementation On Lower-Body Hypertrophy-Type Resistance Exercise, 2011 University of Southern Mississippi
The Effects Of Sodium Bicarbonate Supplementation On Lower-Body Hypertrophy-Type Resistance Exercise, Benjamin Mclean Carr
Dissertations
A number of studies have demonstrated the ergogenic effects of induced-alkalosis on high-intensity intermittent exercise performance. Purpose: The aim of the present study was to examine the effects of sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO3) administration on a high-volume hypertrophy-type resistance exercise regimen for the lower body. Methods: In a double-blind counterbalanced manner, 12 resistance-trained male participants (mean ± SD; age = 20.3 ± 2 yr, mass = 88.3 ± 13.2 kg, height = 1.80 ± 0.07 m), with a minimum of two years of training experience, ingested either 0.3 g˙kg-1 of NaHCO3 or calcium carbonate (CaCO3) …
Cuba Offers More Than 'Sports For All', 2011 The University of Western Ontario
Cuba Offers More Than 'Sports For All', Winston Wing Hong To, Dana Poeta, Brook Russell
Winston Wing Hong To
A summary about the Cuban sport system and their philosophy on "sports for all" from the first hand perspective of students that were part of the 2011 course "An Educational Exploration of Sport and Physical Activity in Cuba" offer by The University of Western Ontario Kinesiology Department.
The Effects Of Carbohydrate, Caffeine, And Protein On Endurance Performance, 2011 California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
The Effects Of Carbohydrate, Caffeine, And Protein On Endurance Performance, Tony Zapata
Kinesiology and Public Health
No abstract provided.
Can Culture Shape The Identity Of A Sport? A Case Study On Lifesaving Sport - Surf Lifesaving Australia And Lifesaving/Sauvetage Canada, 2011 The University of Western Ontario
Can Culture Shape The Identity Of A Sport? A Case Study On Lifesaving Sport - Surf Lifesaving Australia And Lifesaving/Sauvetage Canada, Winston Wing Hong To
Winston Wing Hong To
Sport is an important marker of our country's culture and identity. Citizens within a country will cheer and support their sport teams if they are successful, or criticize and judge if they are doing poorly. The importance of culture within sport is an important indicator of a country's success or failure within international competitions; such as the Olympics and World Championships. However, can culture shape the identity of a sport within a country?
Lifesaving is a vital aspect of a country's swim program, as it focuses on reducing injury and death in, on, or around the water. Within Lifesaving, there …
The Utility Of Motivational Interviewing Using Co-Active Life Coaching Skills On Adults Struggling With Obesity: Participants' Perspectives, 2010 Western University
The Utility Of Motivational Interviewing Using Co-Active Life Coaching Skills On Adults Struggling With Obesity: Participants' Perspectives, Courtney Newnham-Kanas, Jennifer Irwin, Don Morrow
Donald Morrow
No abstract provided.
Change-Ing Obesity: A Methodological Account Of A Comprehensive Study For University Students With Obesity, 2010 Western University
Change-Ing Obesity: A Methodological Account Of A Comprehensive Study For University Students With Obesity, Erin Pearson, Jennifer Irwin, Don Morrow
Donald Morrow
No abstract provided.
The Effect Of Body Mass Index On Pedometer Accuracy In A Free-Living Environment, 2010 University of Tennessee, Knoxville
The Effect Of Body Mass Index On Pedometer Accuracy In A Free-Living Environment, Brian Matthew Tyo
Doctoral Dissertations
The purpose of this dissertation was to determine if the New Lifestyles NL-2000 (NL) and the Digi-Walker SW-200 (DW), waist-mounted devices, yield similar daily step counts as compared to the StepWatch 3 (SW), an ankle-mounted device, worn by adults and children in the free-living environment.
For the first study, fifty-six adults (32.7 + 14.5 y) wore the devices for seven consecutive days. There were 20 normal weight, 18 overweight, and 18 obese participants. The NL and DW undercounted (pedometer error) similarly in the normal weight and overweight groups (-15.4% to -18.2%, respectively). However, the DW undercounted more than the NL …
Pre-Swing Deficits In Forward Propulsion, Swing Initiation And Power Generation By Individual Muscles In Hemiparetic Walking, 2010 University of Texas at Austin
Pre-Swing Deficits In Forward Propulsion, Swing Initiation And Power Generation By Individual Muscles In Hemiparetic Walking, Carrie L. Peterson, Allison Kinney, Steven A. Kautz, Richard R. Neptune
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Faculty Publications
Clinical studies of hemiparetic walking have shown pre-swing abnormalities in the paretic leg suggesting that paretic muscle contributions to important biomechanical walking subtasks are different than those of non-disabled individuals. Three-dimensional forward dynamics simulations of two representative hemiparetic subjects with different levels of walking function classified by self-selected walking speed (i.e., limited community=0.4–0.8 m/s and community walkers=>0.8 m/s) and a speed-matched control were generated to quantify individual muscle contributions to forward propulsion, swing initiation and power generation during the pre-swing phase (i.e., double support phase proceeding toe-off). Simulation analyses identified decreased paretic soleus and gastrocnemius contributions to forward propulsion …
Relationships Between Muscle Contributions To Walking Subtasks And Functional Walking Status In Persons With Post-Stroke Hemiparesis, 2010 University of Dayton
Relationships Between Muscle Contributions To Walking Subtasks And Functional Walking Status In Persons With Post-Stroke Hemiparesis, Allison Kinney, Carrie L. Peterson, Steven A. Kautz, Richard R. Neptune
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Faculty Publications
Walking speed is commonly used to predict stroke severity and assess functional walking status (i.e., household, limited community and community walking status) post-stroke. The underlying mechanisms that limit walking speed (and functional walking status by extension) need to be understood to improve post-stroke rehabilitation. Previous experimental studies have shown correlations between paretic plantarflexor output during the pre-swing phase and walking speed and suggest that the paretic hip flexors can compensate in some hemiparetic subjects. Modeling and simulation studies of healthy walking have shown that the ankle plantarflexors, soleus (SOL) and gastrocnemius (GAS), and uniarticular hip flexors (IL) are essential contributors …
An Examination Of Strength Training Practices In A Sample Of Varsity High School Athletic Programs In Idaho, 2010 Boise State University
An Examination Of Strength Training Practices In A Sample Of Varsity High School Athletic Programs In Idaho, Monica Lynn Reynolds
Boise State University Theses and Dissertations
The use of strength training, or resistance training to improve athletic performance, is growing among athletes of all ages. Currently, Idaho possesses no rules, regulations, and/or guidance for varsity high school athletics and strength training. PURPOSE: The purpose of this research was to explore the current practices for varsity level high school athletes and strength training. Specifically, examined were: who designs and implements strength training programs for varsity high school athletes, what kinds of training activities they do for their programs, and whether the responsible party or emphasis of strength training changes depending on the gender of the athletes. METHODS: …
Puckin’ Fiction: Where Characters Meet The Cultural Mirror – Bobby Bonaduce, Felix Batterinski, And Percival Leary, 2010 Western University
Puckin’ Fiction: Where Characters Meet The Cultural Mirror – Bobby Bonaduce, Felix Batterinski, And Percival Leary, Don Morrow
Donald Morrow
No abstract provided.
The Ribald To The Profound: Paul Quarrington’S Lens On Sport, 2010 Western University
The Ribald To The Profound: Paul Quarrington’S Lens On Sport, Don Morrow
Donald Morrow
No abstract provided.
Accuracy Of Physical Activity Monitors In Pregnant Women, 2010 The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Accuracy Of Physical Activity Monitors In Pregnant Women, Christopher P. Connolly
Masters Theses
Purpose: To determine the step count accuracy of three pedometers and one accelerometer in pregnant women during treadmill walking. Methods: Subjects were 30 women in the second or third trimester (20-36 weeks) who were screened for pregnancy-related risk factors. Each subject was fitted with a belt containing three physical activity monitors: Yamax Digiwalker SW-200 (DW), New Lifestyles NL 2000 (NL), and GT3X Actigraph accelerometer (ACT). The Omron HJ-720 (HJ) was placed in the pants pocket. Subjects walked at 54, 67, 80, and 94 m•min-1 for two minutes each. Actual steps were determined by an investigator using a hand-tally counter. Percentage …
Differences In Aerobic Response To Wheelchair Locomotion, 2010 California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Differences In Aerobic Response To Wheelchair Locomotion, David Pomfret
Master's Theses
The purpose of this study was to explore the differences in the aerobic response to wheeling between wheelchair dependent individuals and able-bodied individuals of similar genders and ages. Five wheelchair dependent men (WC) and five able-bodied men (AB) performed a 13 minute wheeling test (5 min. at rest, 8 min. wheeling) at 4.0 km∙hr-1. Heart rate (HR) and VO2 were recorded using a Vmax ST system during the constant speed test. There was no significant difference in HR or VO2 between the two groups during rest. Both HR and VO2 were higher for WC during exercise. The mean METS during …
A Comparison Of Three Computer-Based Methods Used To Determine Emg Signal Amplitude, 2010 University of Texas of the Permian Basin
A Comparison Of Three Computer-Based Methods Used To Determine Emg Signal Amplitude, Doug Renshaw
Doug Renshaw
No abstract provided.
Electromyographic Analysis Of Trunk Muscle Activation During A Throwing Pattern Following Rotator Cuff Mobilization, 2010 Claremont McKenna College
Electromyographic Analysis Of Trunk Muscle Activation During A Throwing Pattern Following Rotator Cuff Mobilization, Aubrey L. Doede
CMC Senior Theses
Correct muscular activation of the body segments during an overhand throw is achieved when movement originates in the larger and more proximal legs and trunk and moves sequentially to the smaller, distal segments of the shoulder and arm. This sequence permits angular velocity to transfer progressively through the throw as part of an open kinetic chain. The athlete can summate angular velocity and segmental forces only if he is able to create a separation between the body segments during the movement pattern, and this separation is thus essential to effective segmental sequencing for activation of the trunk muscles to occur …