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    • The difference in aerobic capacity and anaerobic power between young male recreational basketball and soccer players 

      Ngo, Lesley (Cardiovascular 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, 2012-06-11)
      Basketball and Soccer are two sports that are usually played recreationally that provide for an active lifestyle. At competitive levels of both sports athletes undergo different kinds of training in order to improve ...

    • Difference in body composition between pitchers and position players in Division-1 baseball 

      Garcia, Daniel (Body Composition Laboratory, the University of Texas at Arlington.Exercise Science Research Laboratories, the University of Texas at Arlington.Department of Kinesiology, the University of Texas at Arlington., 2013-06-12)
      Body composition measurements are becoming more relevant in the field of sports. Body fat percentage is a major value observed when these measurements of fitness are made. There are many different methods of recording this ...

    • Differences in Body Composition of Female Soccer Players at Different Positions 

      Davis, Emily (Department of Kinesiology, The University of Texas at ArlingtonExercise Science Research Laboratories, The University of Texas at Arlington., 2014)
      INTRODUCTION: Percent body fat (%BF) can be measured in many ways. Bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) is one accepted way. This uses the relation of fat mass to lean mass in the body. A low level electrical current is ...

    • Differences in maximal oxygen uptake between a traditional diet and vegetarian diet. 

      Gonzalez, Adrian (Cardiovascular Research Laboratory, University of Texas at Arlington.Exercise Science Research Laboratories, University of Texas at Arlington., 2012-02-13)
      There has been a recent rise in vegetarian athletes around the world. Very few studies have been performed on vegetarian diets and maximal oxygen uptake.

    • Distance perception between majors 

      Aguirre, Jose; Bacon, Michael; Buoye, Meshach; Ibana, Melvin; McLemore, Brandy; Roberson, Jerroed (Department of Kinesiology, The University of Texas at Arlington, 2012-05-30)
      To determine if there is a difference in distance perception ability between freshmen and senior architecture and kinesiology students.

    • Does race matter? The role of race in the blood lactate levels of sub-elite runners. 

      Azuogu, Nicole (Cardiovascular Research Laboratory, the University of Texas at Arlington.Exercise Science Research Laboratories, the University of Texas at Arlington.Department of Kinesiology, the University of Texas at Arlington., 2013-06-11)
      Lactic Acid is a byproduct of anaerobic metabolism. In the absence of oxygen, pyruvate undergoes fermentation instead of entering into the pyruvate dehydrogenase complex, which occurs during aerobic glycolysis. During ...

    • Does the ingestion of the different forms of Gatorade Prime 01 prior to submaximal exercise affect the distance traveled? 

      Thomas, Stacy (Metabolic Laboratory, the University of Texas at Arlington.Exercise Science Research Laboratories, the University of Texas at Arlington.Department of Kinesiology, the University of Texas at Arlington., 2013-06-17)
      Carbohydrates are ingested by athletes to provide energy before a workout routine. Gatorade has been available for many years and has developed different forms of carbohydrates for an athlete to consume. Research has often ...

    • The Effect of a 12-Hour Fast on Maximal Aerobic Performance 

      Boyko, Colby; Helt, Madison (The University of Texas at ArlingtonDepartment of Kinesiology, 2018-12)
      **Please note that the full text is embargoed** ABSTRACT: Maximum aerobic capacity (VO2max) is an indicator of physical fitness and a measurement of an individual’s ability to transport and utilize oxygen. It is measured ...

    • Effect of a pre-workout supplement on performance during a maximal exertion VO2 max test 

      McNeely, Christopher (Cardiovascular 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, 2013-02-20)
      The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of a pre-workout supplement (MusclePrime) on the performance of men and women during a VO2max treadmill test.

    • The Effect of Beta-Alanine on Peak Anaerobic Power and Blood Lactate Levels 

      Mutchler, Courtney (Department of Kinesiology, The University of Texas at ArlingtonCardiovascular Research Laboratory, The University of Texas at ArlingtonExercise Science Research Laboratories, The University of Texas at Arlington, 2015)
      Introduction • Beta-alanine is an increasingly popular dietary supplement that sometimes is promoted as a performance enhancer (7). • Oral supplementation with the amino acid beta-alanine increases muscle content of the ...

    • THE EFFECT OF CAFFEINE AS AN ERGOGENIC AID DURING A SHORT-DURATION, HIGH INTENSITY EXERCISE 

      Agbonmamwen, Efosa (Department of Kinesiology, The University of Texas at ArlingtonApplied Exercise Physiology, The University of Texas at ArlingtonExercise Science Research Laboratories, The University of Texas at Arlington, 2016)
      INTRODUCTION: Many athlete use caffeine as an ergogenic aid to improve performance. The world anti doping agency (WADA) currently monitors the pattern caffeine is being used during competition among athletes. Evidence from ...

    • The effect of caffeine on anaerobic exercise 

      Gonzalez, Nelson (Department of Kinesiology, The University of Texas at ArlingtonExercise Science Research Laboratory, The University of Texas at Arlington, 2012-05-30)
      Caffeine is one of the most socially acceptable performance enhancement drugs used by athletes and is one of the most widely studied ergogenic aids by sports scientists. The effect caffeine has on exercise performance is ...

    • The Effect of Caffeine on Anaerobic Power 

      Villegas, Berenice (The University of Texas at ArlingtonDepartment of Kinesiology, 2018-12)
      **Please note that the full text is embargoed** ABSTRACT: INTRODUCTION: Caffeine is a stimulant used by athletes to help enhance performance. Caffeine has shown to benefit endurance performance in high intensity or power ...

    • The effect of caffeine on blood lactate after a maximal exercise test. 

      Holloway, Heidi (Neuromuscular Research Laboratory, University of Texas at Arlington.Exercise Science Research Laboratories, University of Texas at Arlington., 2012-02-14)
      Numerous studies exist on the use of caffeine for both endurance exercise and short-term, higher intensity exercise. Consumption of caffeine is known to help athletes train harder and longer. This study examined the ...

    • The Effect of Caffeine on Neurocognitive Testing 

      Esianor, B.I.*; Cullum, C.M.; Khan, L.; Blueitt, D.; Schneider, M.; Azmar, R.; Shubet, C.; Wilson, J.; Resch, J.E. (Department of Kinesiology, the University of Texas at ArlingtonAthletic Training Education Program, the University of Texas at Arlington, Fall, 2013)
      INTRODUCTION: Baseline assessments using computerized neurocognitive testing (CNT) has been advocated for the management of sport related concussion (SRC) The ImPACT is a commonly used CNT used in SRC management protocols. ...

    • THE EFFECT OF CAFFEINE ON SUBMAXIMAL EXERCISE PERFORMANCE IN FEMALE COLLEGE STUDENTS 

      Nguyen, Hoai (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, 2014)
      Many studies has been conducted to determin how caffeine affects exercise performance. Research shows that certain types of caffeine help improve one's body mass and overall performance. Some studies have shown that caffeine ...

    • The Effect of Compression Sleeves on Blood Lactate during an Arm Ergometer Max Test 

      Arciniega, Sergio Daniel
      Among athletes, the use of compression sleeves has been widely used with the intentions of increased flexibility, improved blood circulation, and increased muscle oxygenation. Therefore, the performance enhancements provided ...

    • Effect of Creatine Supplementation on Anaerobic Power as Determined by Wingate Cycle Ergometer Testing in Men 

      Ballinger, Sarah (The University of Texas at ArlingtonDepartment of Kinesiology, 2018-12)
      **Please note that the full text is embargoed** ABSTRACT: INTRODUCTION: Creatine monohydrate is widely available and regularly used by amateur and elite athletes in order to better anaerobic performance. Oral supplementation ...

    • The Effect of Cytomax Sports Drink on Blood Lactate Levels in a 400 m Run 

      Driscoll, Christina
      During short term exercise, lactic acid is formed as a byproduct of glycolysis. It forms from pyruvate when oxygen is not present in the muscles. Lactic acid then diffuses from the muscles into the blood and is broken down ...

    • The effect of dynamic stretching on exercise performance 

      Offor, Nkechi (Department of Kinesiology, The University of Texas at ArlingtonExercise Science Research Laboratories, The University of Texas at Arlington., 2012-05-31)
      Dynamic stretching uses speed of movement, momentum and active muscular effort to bring about a stretch. It is similar to ballistic stretching except that it avoids bouncing motions and tends to incorporate more sports-specific ...