Browsing College of Nursing and Health Innovation: Department of Kinesiology by Title
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The placebo effect of the Power Balance Band on muscle strength, agility, power and RPE.
(Cardiovascular Research Laboratory, University of Texas at Arlington.Exercise Science Research Laboratories, University of Texas at Arlington., 2012-02-21)Power Balance advertises that its hologram bracelet improves exercise performance by harnessing the belief in the harmony of mind and body. There is no credible scientific evidence to support these claims. Previous research ... -
PRE-COOLING INTERVENTIONS AND THE PHYSIOLOGICAL EFFECTS WITH INTERMITTENT-SPRINTING
(Department of Kinesiology, The University of Texas at ArlingtonExercise Science Research Laboratories, The University of Texas at ArlingtonCardiovascular Laboratory, The University of Texas at Arlington, 2014)BACKGROUND: Thermoregulation is stated as the potential of an organism to sustain a core body temperature within parameters, as external and internal temperatures are constantly fluctuating from day to day. Exercise, ... -
THE “PRE-WORKOUT” EFFECT
(Department of Kinesiology, The University of Texas at ArlingtonExercise Science Research Laboratories, The University of Texas at ArlingtonNeuromuscular Research Laboratory, The University of Texas at Arlington, 2014)INTRODUCTION: The consumption of Jack3D along with various other pre-workout supplements before a workout has become more than just the norm in the fitness world. However, are the products as effective as they are marketed ... -
Predicting Wingate Power From Lung Volumes
(Department of Kinesiology, The University of Texas at ArlingtonExercise Science Research Laboratories, The University of Texas at ArlingtonCardiovascular Research Laboratory, The University of Texas at Arlington, 2015)INTRODUCTION: Two different measurements, static lung volume and dynamic lung volume are used to report lung size, volume, and contractility. Spirometric Respiratory Tests are one way to measure these different lung values. ... -
Queen's College Step Test and Its Validity of VO(2max) Prediction on Young Healthy Females
(The University of Texas at ArlingtonDepartment of Kinesiology, 2018-12)**Please note that the full text is embargoed** ABSTRACT: INTRODUCTION: The Queen's college step test (QCT) is a submaximal exercise test that is used to measure cardiorespiratory fitness. The test consists of 3 minutes ... -
Racial Disparities in Vascular Function:The Role of Oxidative Stress
(2018-05-04)Hypertension disproportionately affects the black population, contributing to a greater impact of cardiovascular disease in these individuals. While multiple factors underlie the development of hypertension in this population, ... -
Racial Disparity in Cardiovascular Disease and Oxidative Stress in African American Women
(2018-08-10)ABSTRACT Several studies have demonstrated that African Americans (AA) exhibit elevations in systemic oxidative stress compared to Caucasian Americans (CA). Peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) have been identified ... -
A randomized cross-over study of the quality of cardiopulmonary resuscitation among females performing 30:2 and hands-only cardiopulmonary resuscitation
(BioMed Central Ltd.Department of Kinesiology, The University of Texas at Arlington, 2009-07-07)Background: Hands-Only cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is recommended for use on adult victims of witnessed out-of-hospital (OOH) sudden cardiac arrest or in instances where rescuers cannot perform ventilations while ... -
Ready, Set, Run! Lowering the pressure in hypertension
(Department of Kinesiology, The University of Texas at Arlington, 2015)Hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, is a state in which the arteries of the human body have elevated blood pressure. Like many other conditions, if not treated at an early stage, hypertension can cause ... -
Reducing Disparities in Physical Activity and Early Child Development: A Systematic and Observational Approach
(2022-08-15)**Please note that the full text is embargoed until 8/14/2024** ABSTRACT: Engaging in adequate (180 minutes per day) physical activity (PA) is an important component in positioning a young child towards optimal health. PA ... -
Relationship between Balance Confidence and Dynamic Computerized Posturography
The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between balance confidence, as measured by the BES, and performance on the SOT as measured by the composite SOT score. -
The Relationship Between Body Composition and Blood Pressure in College Age Students
(The University of Texas at ArlingtonDepartment of Kinesiology, 2018-12)**Please note that the full text is embargoed** ABSTRACT: INTRODUCTION: Body composition is divided into two components: fat-free mass and fat mass. Fat-free mass includes organs, muscles, bones, blood, and skin which is ... -
The Relationship Between Body Composition and Fitness Parameters
(The University of Texas at ArlingtonDepartment of Kinesiology, 2018-12)**Please note that the full text is embargoed** ABSTRACT: INTRODUCTION: Body composition details the materials that make up the human body. Fat mass primarily functions as insulation and energy storage, but can be detrimental ... -
The relationship between gait measures and posturographical measures in an elderly population
(Department of Kinesiology, The University of Texas at ArlingtonCenter for Healthy Living and Longevity, The University of Texas at Arlington, 2012-06-11)1 in 3 older adults will experience a fall each year. Falls are the leading cause of accidental death in adults over 65 years, and are the leading cause of nonfatal injuries and hospital admissions for trauma. Most falls ... -
The Relationship Between RPE and Blood Lactate Concentrations During a VO2Max Test On a Cycle Ergometer
(Department of Kinesiology, The university of Texas at ArlingtonExercise Science Research Laboratories, The university of Texas at ArlingtonCardiovascular Research Laboratory, The University of Texas at Arlington, 2016)INTRODUCTION: Lactate (La) is produced by the body’s muscles in response to exercise through anaerobic glycolysis. During exercise, most of the lactate produced enters the heart and slow twitch muscle fibers by traveling ... -
The Relationship between Sleeping Habits and Body Fat Composition
The purpose of this research was to compare the relationship between sleeping habits and body fat composition. -
Relationship between total sleep duration and body composition
(Department of Kinesiology, The University of Texas of ArlingtonExercise Science Research Laboratories, The University of Texas at Arlington, 2012-06-11)In the endless pursuit of possible causes for obesity and overweight, it has been hypothesized that sleep may have an effect on body composition. Some studies have shown that sleep deprivation is associated with a lower ... -
The Relationship of Maximal Aerobic Capacity and Body Fat Percentage in Athletes and Non-Athletes
(The University of Texas at ArlingtonDepartment of Kinesiology, 2018-12)**Please note that the full text is embargoed** ABSTRACT: INTRODUCTION: Maximal oxygen consumption (VO2max) is the maximum capacity of the body to transport and utilize oxygen during incremental exercise. The relative units ... -
The relationship of various measures of body composition to blood sugar levels
(Neuromuscular Research Laboratory, The University of Texas at ArlingtonExercise Science Research Laboratories, The University of Texas at ArlingtonDepartment of Kinesiology, The University of Texas at Arlington, 2013-02-12)The purpose of this study was to determine whether there was a relationship between varied body composition and blood sugar levels in young adults. -
Right leg strength of soccer players with in comparison of forward and defense position
(Biomechanics Laboratory, The University of Texas at ArlingtonDepartment of Kinesiology, The University of Texas at Arlington, 2013-02-13)The purpose of this experiment was to compare the strength of the right quadriceps and hamstring muscles of soccer players in the forward (F) and defense (D) positions.