Does Blood Flow Restriction Influence The Maximal Number Of Repetitions Performed During The Bench Press? A Pilot Study,
2022
Pre-school and School Complex No. 1 in Zory, Poland
Does Blood Flow Restriction Influence The Maximal Number Of Repetitions Performed During The Bench Press? A Pilot Study, Magdalena Rawska, Mariola Gepfert, Aleksandra Mostowik, Michal Krzysztofik, Grzegorz Wojdala, Agnieszka Lulinska, Michal Wilk
Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity
Background: The main goal of the presented study was to assess the effect of blood flow restriction (BFR) on the maximum number of repetitions in the bench press exercise (BP) with different movement tempos. Material and methods: Four female athletes volunteered for the study. The experiment was performed following a randomized crossover design, with four different testing protocols: 2/0/X/0 fast tempo with BFR (FASTBFR); 2/0/X/0 fast tempo without BFR (FASTNO-BFR); 6/0/X/0 slow tempo with BFR (SLOWBFR) or 6/0/X/0 slow tempo without BFR (SLOWNO-BFR). During the experimental session, participants performed 5 sets of the BP at 80%1RM. The following variables …
Anaerobic Power And Hydration Status In Combat Sport Athletes During Body Mass Reduction,
2022
Department of Sports Training, The Jerzy Kukuczka Academy of Physical Education in Katowice, Poland
Anaerobic Power And Hydration Status In Combat Sport Athletes During Body Mass Reduction, Anna Kurylas, Jakub Chycki, Tomasz Zajac
Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity
Background: Hydration is one of the most significant issues for combat sports as athletes often use water restriction for quick weight loss before competition. There is significant evidence to indicate that the hypohydration status impairs anaerobic performance. The aim of this study was to investigate if hypohydration, to reach a weight category, affects anaerobic performance. Material and methods: Six well trained combat sport athletes, classified in the middleweight division, took part in the experiment. The hydration status and anaerobic performance parameters were evaluated at four points in time (t1 – four weeks before fight, t2 – two weeks before fight, …
Psychological, Social, And Environmental Predictors Of Physical Activity Among Older Adults: The Socio-Ecological Approach Using Structural Equation Modeling Analysis,
2022
Department of Health Education & Promotion, Road Traffic Injury Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
Psychological, Social, And Environmental Predictors Of Physical Activity Among Older Adults: The Socio-Ecological Approach Using Structural Equation Modeling Analysis, Fatemeh Bakhtari, Batool Ahmad, Nayyereh Aminisani, Neda Gilani, Hamid Allahverdipour
Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity
Background: Older people are vulnerable groups whose physical activity (PA) guarantees their health. Considering the low level of PA and the role of various factors, this study was designed to investigate the level of PA and its determinants using the socio-ecological approach. Material and methods: In 2016, a random sample of 340 older people in urban areas of the Maku county, West Azerbaijan province, Iran, were recruited to complete PASE (Physical Activity Scale for the Elderly) and a socioecological approach–based questionnaire. Structural equation modeling (SEM) was conducted by Stata. Results: The mean PA in our study was very low (94.02 …
Deep Tissue Massage And Mobility And Pain In The Thoracic Spine,
2022
Department of Basic of Physical Culture, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ludwik Rydygier Collegium Medicum in Bydgoszcz, Nicolaus Copernicus University, Poland
Deep Tissue Massage And Mobility And Pain In The Thoracic Spine, Anna Srokowska, Malgorzata Bodek, Mikolaj Kurczewski, Grzegorz Srokowski, Marcin Siedlaczek, Andrzej Lewandowski
Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity
Background: The aim of the work is to determine the effectiveness of deep tissue massage therapy on mobility and pain of the thoracic spine. Material and methods: The study involved 18 women and men aged 46–63 years doing office work. Functional diagnostics was performed prior to the therapy (study I), after the procedure (study II) and after 30 days (study III). The Otta test for flexion and extension of the spine, pectoralis major muscles length test, chest circumference measurement, and NRS were used. In the statistical analysis mean and standard deviations were determined and the following tests were used: Mann-Whitney …
The Location Of Back Pain As A Factor Differentiating The Physical Fitness Of Cadets Of The Military Academy Of Land Forces,
2022
General Tadeusz Kościuszko Military University of Land Forces in Wroclaw, Poland
The Location Of Back Pain As A Factor Differentiating The Physical Fitness Of Cadets Of The Military Academy Of Land Forces, Dariusz Lenart
Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity
Introduction. The training of candidates for officers-commanders is an important part of the training activities of the Polish Armed Forces. Currently, the basic path of obtaining this group of officers for the Polish Armed Forces is the education of graduates of secondary schools. The aim of the study is to evaluate the differentiation of the physical fitness level of cadets of the Military University of Land Forces depending on the back pain location. Material and methods. The research material was collected as a result of tests conducted among cadets of the Military University of Land Forces in Wroclaw in the …
Selected Aspects Of Testing The Positioning Accuracy Of Gnss Receivers Used In Sports And Recreation By Dynamic Measurements,
2022
Gdynia Maritime University, Gdynia, Poland
Selected Aspects Of Testing The Positioning Accuracy Of Gnss Receivers Used In Sports And Recreation By Dynamic Measurements, Cezary Specht, Tomasz Szot, Mariusz Specht, Pawel Dabrowski
Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity
Satellite navigation systems have been used in professional navigation and geodesy for many years. The past decade has been a time of extending their application to devices also accessible to non-professional users. Sports and recreation is one of the major new areas in which satellite receivers are used. Since device manufacturers do not inform precisely (or at all) about the level of the positioning accuracy provided by such devices, it is necessary to propose a method of its assessment. This paper presents selected aspects of testing receivers in dynamic measurements to determine their accuracy based on international recommendations and standards …
Characteristics Of The Correlations Between Body Posture And Postural Stability In Boys Aged 10-12 Years,
2022
Graduate in Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Jan Kochanowski University in Kielce, Poland
Characteristics Of The Correlations Between Body Posture And Postural Stability In Boys Aged 10-12 Years, Katarzyna Bieniek, Jacek Wilczynski
Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity
Background: The aim of the study was to analyse the correlations between body posture parameters and postural stability in boys aged 10-12 years. Material/Methods: The study involved a group of 159 boys aged 10-12 years from the Świętokrzyskie Voivodeship. Body posture was evaluated using the Diers formetric III 4D optoelectronic method, which allows photogrammetric registration of the back surface using the raster stereography process. Postural stability of the examined boys was evaluated using the Biodex Balance System balance platform. Results: Spearman's rank correlation showed a directly proportional relationship be-tween selected postural stability parameters and the inflection point ILS (mm) as …
Factor Structure Of Swimmers For Evaluating Endurance And Predicting 5000-M Indoor And Open Water Swimming Performance,
2022
Ege University Sport Sciences Faculty, Bornova – Izmir, Turkey
Factor Structure Of Swimmers For Evaluating Endurance And Predicting 5000-M Indoor And Open Water Swimming Performance, Faik Vural, Mehmet Zeki Özkol, Tolga Akşit
Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity
Background: The purpose of the present study was to describe factor structures of swimmers for evaluating endurance. The second aim was to determine 5000m pool velocity (5000Vp) and 5000m open water swimming velocity (5000Vow). Material and Methods: The study sample was comprised of 14 swimmers who candidate for the Turkish Open Water National Team (age: 13.78 ± 1.21 years; height: 168.06 ± 6.67 m; body mass: 59.06 ± 7.99 kg). Anaerobic threshold, critical swimming speed, and 5000m swimming tests were measured in a pool setting and 5000m open water swimming test was measured in sea conditions. Results: Results of the …
Participation Trends And Performance Analysis Of Turkey’S Long-Distance Runs Between 2007-2017,
2022
Department of Sports Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Necmettin Erbakan University, Konya, Turkey
Participation Trends And Performance Analysis Of Turkey’S Long-Distance Runs Between 2007-2017, Melda Pelin Yargic, Naila Babayeva, Mehmet Sinan İyi̇Soy, Galip Bilen Kurklu, Gürhan Dönmez
Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity
Background: Long-distance running events have gained more popularity worldwide over years. However, the number of participants to such events, age and sex distribution of participants may vary by country. Material and methods: We have investigated participation trends and performances of the finishers of three different courses (15km, half-marathon, marathon) in two of the biggest running events in Turkey (The Antalya and Istanbul marathons) between 2007-2017. Results: Our results have shown that runners who completed the 15km course were the highest and marathon finishers were the lowest in number each year. Among native runners, male participation in each distance and event …
Comparison Of Body Composition, Physical Fitness Parameters And Skeletal Muscle Damage Indices Among Young Indian Male Soccer & Hockey Players,
2022
Sports Authority of India, Netaji Subhas Eastern Center, Salt Lake City, Kolkata, India
Comparison Of Body Composition, Physical Fitness Parameters And Skeletal Muscle Damage Indices Among Young Indian Male Soccer & Hockey Players, Surojit Sarkar, Subhra Karmakar Chatterjee, Swapan K. Dey
Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity
Background: The present study was aimed to evaluate the evidential comparison of anthropometric, body composition, and physical fitness parameters and muscle damage indices between soccer and field hockey players. Material and methods: Forty-one young Indian male players (including soccer, N = 18, and hockey, N = 23) were evaluated for anthropometric parameters (height, weight, BMI, BMR), and physical fitness variables (grip strength, back strength, flexibility, VO2max, anaerobic power) using standard procedures. Body composition (fat mass, fat free mass, cell mass, muscle mass, fluid content, glycogen, minerals, body density) was assessed by using multi-frequency bioelectrical impedance analyzer (BIA). Muscle damage indices …
The Effect Of A Single Dose Of The Thermo Speed Extreme (Olimp) Thermogenic Supplement On Circulatory Functions And Body Temperatures At Rest In Male And Female Subjects,
2022
Department of Physiology, Chair of Physiological and Medical Sciences, The Jerzy Kukuczka Academy of Physical Education in Katowice, Poland
The Effect Of A Single Dose Of The Thermo Speed Extreme (Olimp) Thermogenic Supplement On Circulatory Functions And Body Temperatures At Rest In Male And Female Subjects, Ilona Pokora, Lukasz Wolowski, Piotr Wyderka
Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity
Background: The purpose of the study was to examine the impact of a single dose of the Thermo Speed Extreme (TSE) supplement on circulatory functions at rest and body temperatures in men and women. Material and methods: Twenty-five (male and female) subjects volunteered to participate in this study. Prior to the experiment, the anthropometric characteristics, internal and skin temperatures, the heart rate and blood pressure were measured. Then, the subjects took a single dose of the TSE or placebo (PLA) supplement in a double-blind, randomised, cross-over design. Following the supplement consumption, the same physiological parameters were registered in a seated …
Application Of Selected Physiotherapeutic Methods And The Qualitative Gait Assessment In Elderly People With Degenerative Changes Of The Hip Joint,
2022
Faculty of Rehabilitation and Kinesiology, Gdansk University of Physical Education and Sport in Gdansk, Poland
Application Of Selected Physiotherapeutic Methods And The Qualitative Gait Assessment In Elderly People With Degenerative Changes Of The Hip Joint, Magdalena Podczarska-Glowacka, Malgorzata Kawa
Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity
Background: Coxarthrosis is one of the most serious diseases of the musculoskeletal system due to the incidence, low efficacy of non-invasive treatment, and severe disability due to symptoms. All physiotherapeutic activities that reduce these disorders are a priority. The aim of the study is to evaluate the effectiveness of manual therapy and traditional kinesitherapy for gait in elderly people with degenerative changes in the hip joint. Material and methods: Three groups of 30 people each were formed based on selection and exclusion criteria. One group was subjected to manual therapy, the second one to traditional kinesitherapy and the third, control …
Can Physical Activity Modulate Pain Perception During Ontogenesis?,
2022
Poznan University of Physical Education, Poland
Can Physical Activity Modulate Pain Perception During Ontogenesis?, Maciej Pawlak, Aleksandra Jazdzewska, Katarzyna Leznicka
Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity
The aim of the paper is to emphasise the significance of physical activity as an element directly or indirectly modulating the perception of pain during ontogenesis. Pain is a distinctive sensory sensation and also a subjective criterion of health or disease. In contrast to other modalities (taste, smell, touch), it triggers solely negative emotions and sensations. Pain is a highly individualised sensory phenomenon, involving the physical, cognitive and emotional spheres of human life. Different reactions to pain during ontogeny most often result from the loss of communication skills, a systematic decrease in the functions of all systems and organs, in …
Physical Activity And Dietary Supplementation Intake Among Postmenopausal Women,
2022
Department of Morphological and Health Sciences, Dietetic Division, Faculty of Physical Culture in Gorzow Wielkopolski, Poznan University of Physical Education, Poland
Physical Activity And Dietary Supplementation Intake Among Postmenopausal Women, Angelika Cisek-Wozniak, Kinga Mruczyk, Rafal W. Wojciak
Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity
Background: In the context of physiological changes that progress over the years and worsen the functioning of their organisms, older people’s physical activity is an increasingly important topic. It is important to be aware that a healthy lifestyle, including proper nutrition, has a positive effect on old age. In general, one of the elements of a healthy lifestyle is physical activity and also the consumption of dietary supplements. The aim of the study was to determine the level of organized physical activity of postmenopausal women and their consumption of dietary supplements. Material and methods: The study involved 100 women aged …
Development Of Power Qualities Of Cadets Of Ukrainian Higher Military Educational Institutions During Kettlebell Lifting Training,
2022
Department of Physical Education, Special Physical Training and Sport, S.P. Koroliov Zhytomyr Military Institute, Zhytomyr, Ukraine
Development Of Power Qualities Of Cadets Of Ukrainian Higher Military Educational Institutions During Kettlebell Lifting Training, Kostiantyn Prontenko, Grygoriy Griban, Ihor Bloshchynskyi, Dmytro Boyko, Orest Loiko, Volodymyr Andreychuk, Inesa Novitska, Pavlo Tkachenko
Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity
Background: The influence of kettlebell lifting training on the development of cadets’ power qualities during studies at Ukrainian higher military educational institutions is examined in the article. Also, a comparative analysis of the development of cadets’ power qualities depending on their sports qualification in kettlebell lifting is conducted. Material and methods: The investigation of the development of cadets’ power qualities was conducted according to the following tests: bar pull-ups, bar pullover, bar muscle up, parallel bars dips, complex power exercise, L-sit on parallel bars, holding the body in a horizontal position, back squat, bench press and barbell deadlift. Results: A …
The Effectiveness Of Open Versus Closed Kinetic Chain Exercises On Pain, Function And Range Of Motion In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis,
2022
Department of Physiotherapy, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Nigeria
The Effectiveness Of Open Versus Closed Kinetic Chain Exercises On Pain, Function And Range Of Motion In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis, Babatunde Olusola Adegoke, Arinola Olasumbo Sanya, Samuel Olusegun Ogunlade, Oladapo Michael Olagbegi
Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity
Background: The comparative efficacy of open and closed kinetic chain exercises (OKCE and CKCE) on the symptoms of osteoarthritis (OA) has not been exhaustively studied. To evaluate and compare the effectiveness of eight-week open OKCE and CKCE on pain, function and range of motion of patients with knee OA. Material and methods: A quasi-experimental study involved twenty-nine consecutive patients with knee OA allocated to either OKCE or CKCE groups. Participants’ pain intensity (PI), functional score (FS), active range of motion AROM) and knee passive range of motion (PROM) were assessed using the visual analogue scale, the functional index questionnaire and …
Effect Of Grip Width On Exercise Volume In Bench Press With A Controlled Movement Tempo In Women,
2022
Institute of Sport Sciences, The Jerzy Kukuczka Academy of Physical Education in Katowice, Poland
Effect Of Grip Width On Exercise Volume In Bench Press With A Controlled Movement Tempo In Women, Mariola Gepfert, Michal Krzysztofik, Aleksandra Filip, Aleksandra Mostowik, Agnieszka Lulinska, Grzegorz Wojdala, Milosz Drozd, Michal Wilk
Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity
Background: The bench press (BP) is a complex upper body exercise. Despite numerous scientific studies, it remains unknown which grip width is optimal for the development of strength and power in the bench press. Therefore, the aim of this study was to determine the effect of different grip widths on exercise volume, evaluate the time under tension (TUT) and the number of repetitions (REP) completed during 5 consecutive sets of the BP. Material and methods: The study involved 16 women with a minimum of one year of resistance training experience. Two independent experimental sessions were randomly selected. Participants performed 5 …
Relative Age Effect In Polish National Football Teams,
2022
Department of Football, Gdansk University of Physical Education and Sport in Gdansk, Poland
Relative Age Effect In Polish National Football Teams, Andrzej Szwarc, Bartosz Dolanski, Pawel Rompa, Mateusz Sitek
Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity
Background: The aim of this study was to determine if a Relative Age Effect (RAE) is present in Polish National Football Teams. Material and methods: Birth date distributions of football players from youth Polish National Teams (Under 15 – Under 19) and the senior Polish National Team were compared. The sample (a total of 1801 players) included 909 youth players – U-15 (n=290), U-16 (n=221), U-17 (n=153), U-18 (n=157), and U-19 (n=88) – and 892 professional players who played in at least one official game for the senior Polish National Team. Results: An over-representation of players born in the first …
Tnfa Expression Level Changes Observed In Response To The Wingate Anaerobic Test In Non-Trained And Trained Individuals,
2022
Gdansk University of Physical Education and Sport, Gdansk, Poland
Tnfa Expression Level Changes Observed In Response To The Wingate Anaerobic Test In Non-Trained And Trained Individuals, Agnieszka Maciejewska-Skrendo, Jan Mieszkowski, Andrzej Kochanowicz, Blazej Stankiewicz, Pawel Cieszczyk, Katarzyna Switala, Gilmara Gomes De Assis, Katarzyna Kecler, Maciej Tarnowski, Marek Sawczuk
Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity
Background: Literature reports indicate changes in the expression of genes encoding proinflammatory factors are observed as a result of physical exercise. The stress changes caused by high-intensity loads and adaptive changes induced by the planned long-term training are less studied. The aim of this study was to determine the impact of intense anaerobic effort in people adapted to regular trainings and in non-trained persons on the expression levels of the TNFA gene. Material and methods: 50 experienced soccer players and 50 non-trained participants were recruited for the study. Anaerobic capacity was measured by means of the Wingate Anaerobic Test. To …
Distribution Of Foot Pressing Forces In A Standing Position Of Children And Youth In The Light Of Prevention And Correction,
2022
Department of Physiotherapy, Jedrzej Sniadecki Academy of Physical Education and Sport in Gdansk, Poland
Distribution Of Foot Pressing Forces In A Standing Position Of Children And Youth In The Light Of Prevention And Correction, Malgorzata Kawa, Marcin Garsztka, Michal Hillar
Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity
Background: The aim of this paper was to show abnormalities in distribution of foot pressing forces in standing position in children and youths, and also related consequences, in the light of preventive and corrective actions. Material/Methods: The research was conducted in December 2009 at the Rehabilitation Centre in Malbork. It was part of a huge research project covering almost 2500 people. The control group comprised of 205 students in two age groups: 7–9 years old and 17–19 years old. The examined students attend two schools: No 3 Primary School in Pruszcz Gdanski and No 2 Secondary Schools Group in Malbork. …
