Human Performance Studies (HPS)
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The Human Performance Studies Department includes the Exercise Science program, Athletic Training program, and the K-12 Physical Education program.
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HPS Graduate Student Conference Papers [18]
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A consecutive loop elastic band placed around the distal end of the thighs during an overhead barbell squat increases medial knee collapse
(Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc., 2017-05)The use of a resistant band wrapped around the distal end of the thighs may act as a proprioceptive aid to reduce medial collapse of the knee during squats. No studies have examined this corrective technique on mechanically ... -
Effects of long-term elastic resistance training on oxidative damage of DNA in older adults
(Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc., 2017-05)It is theorized that age-related physiological changes are a consequence of the accumulation of random oxidative damage to deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA), lipids, and proteins. The major by-product of oxidative DNA damage, ... -
Mobility outcomes from resistance training delivered via flash drive to overweight/obese patients in a clinical setting
(Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc., 2017-05)Elastic and isotonic resistance training can improve health and fitness. Little is known about the impact of a home-based, structured program delivered via flash drive videos to weight management patients in a clinical setting. -
Effects of methol gel on delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS) in sedentary young adults
(Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc., 2017-05)Delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS) is common 24 hr after engaging in resistance training. Topical analgesics containing menthol are often used to treat DOMS but little is known about their effectiveness. -
Tongue strength and endurance: comparison in active and non-active young and older adults
(Taylor & Francis LTD, 2017-02)Purpose: Tongue strength and endurance are important for swallowing and upper airway patency. Physical activity positively affects targeted and non-targeted skeletal muscles; however, little is known about the indirect ... -
Effects of Tai-Chi Chuan on balance ability and functional fitness in Japanese older adults
(Human Kinetics Publ Inc., 2016-06)Tai Chi Chuan has been reported to improve health status, physical fitness, mood, and emotional condition in older adults. However, the effect of Tai-Chi Chuan on static and dynamic balance and functional fitness in this ... -
Effects of marching in place and chair rise exercises on movement function and ADL over 12 months in nursing home residents
(Human Kinetics Publ Inc., 2016-06)Nursing home residents often have a sedentary lifestyle. We have previously reported that frail older women residing in a nursing home experience a significant progressive loss of muscle mass. In addition, many nursing ... -
Energy expenditure during Nordic walking in community-dwelling older adults
(Human Kinetics, Inc., 2016-06)Nordic walking is an outdoor activity using specially-designed poles for the purpose of activating the upper body while walking. The poles are used to push against the ground with each stride. Previous studies found that ... -
Effects of 9 weeks of pole walking on functional fitness in older adults
(Human Kinetics Publ Inc., 2016-06)Pole walking using Nordic poles has become popular in Japan. This type of exercise is characterized by the use of poles that strike the ground in front of the body. This exercise may be ideal for frail or sedentary older ... -
Comparing predictable and unpredictable instability in dual-task balance training
(Wichita State University, 2016-04-29)Balance training (BT) is a vital component of many exercise programs, but actual prescriptions for exercise frequency, intensity, time and type have yet to be defined. This study compared one BT session on two balance ... -
Effectiveness of cross taping as a therapy for delayed muscle soreness
(Wichita State University, 2016-04-29)Decrease muscle soreness by medical tape is supported by the literature. The purpose of this study was to assess the efficacy of the cross tapes in muscle soreness. Subjects: Twenty normal subjects ranging in age from 18 ... -
Comparative effects of whey protein versus L-leucine on skeletal muscle protein synthesis and markers of ribosome biogenesis following resistance exercise
(Springer Vienna, 2016-03)We compared immediate post-exercise whey protein (WP, 500 mg) versus l-leucine (LEU, 54 mg) feedings on skeletal muscle protein synthesis (MPS) mechanisms and ribosome biogenesis markers 3 h following unilateral plantarflexor ... -
Factors associated with the risk of falls of nursing home residents aged 80 or older
(John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2016-01)Background. Falls are the leading cause of mortality and morbidity in older and represents one of the major and most costly public health problems worldwide. Purpose. Evaluate the influences of lower limb muscle ... -
Effect of caffeine on golf performance and fatigue during a competitive tournament
(Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2016-01)Purpose This study aimed to determine the effect of a caffeine-containing supplement on golf-specific performance and fatigue during a 36-hole competitive golf tournament. Methods Twelve male golfers (34.8 13.9 yr, ... -
Passive and active exercises are similarly effective in elderly nursing home residents
(IPEC Inc., 2015-09)[Purpose] The aim of this study was to compare the efficacy of passive motion exercise and active motion exercise on functional fitness in elderly nursing home residents. [Subjects and Methods] Twenty-three (female 22 and ... -
Not sending the message: a low prevalence of strength-based exercise participation in rural and regional Central Queensland
(John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2015-10)ObjectiveThe primary aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of current strength-based exercise in rural and regional populations of Central Queensland. The secondary aim was to examine the proportion of residents ... -
Shoulder muscle activation during stable and suspended push-ups at different heights in healthy subjects
(Elsevier B.V., 2015-08)Objectives: To analyze shoulder muscle activation when performing push-ups under different stability conditions and heights. Study design: Comparative study by repeated measures. Setting: Valencia University ... -
Threshold of chair stand power necessary to perform activities of daily living independently in community-dwelling older women
(Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2015-07)Purpose: To determine (1) the reproducibility of measurements of chair stand mean power (CSMP), (2) the relationships of CSMP with age, height, body mass, and body mass index, and (3) to identify the threshold of CSMP ... -
Effects of customized balance exercises on older women whose balance ability has deteriorated with age
(Routledge Journals, Taylor & Francis Group, 2015-07-03)Falls represent a major public health problem for older adults, and loss of balance (LOS) abilities is one of the primary causes of falls. Previous studies have shown that balance training is effective in improving physical ... -
Muscle activity levels in upper-body push exercises with different loads and stability conditions
(JTE Multimedia, 2014-11)Background: Exercises that aim to stimulate muscular hypertrophy and increase neural drive to the muscle fibers should be used during rehabilitation. Thus, it is of interest to identify optimal exercises that efficiently ...
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