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The Effects of Caffeine on a Time Trial on a Cycle Ergometer
Some people wake up in the morning and grab that cup of coffee to get a
boost of energy to get moving. Why is it that coffee is used for this?
Perhaps, it’s because of the ingredients found in coffee, like caffeine, ...
Cryotherapy and its Effects on Shoulder Proprioception
Proprioception, or the relative sense of body position in space, is accomplished by a complex integration of multiple sensory receptors within the skin, muscle, joints, ligaments, and tendons. These proprioceptors continually ...
The Effects of a Supplement (Body Rush) on Responses to a Maximal Stress Test
Body Rush is a nitric oxide booster supplement that claims to dramatically improve strength, stamina, and focus. The active ingredients that are projected to change the dynamics of one’s output are: L-Carnitine to turn fat ...
Comparing Limit of Stability and Sensory Organization Test Scores as a Predictor of Fall Risk in Men and Women
Falls in older patients often occur when several tasks are performed simultaneously and have become the leading cause of injuries such as bone fractures. Factors such as reaction time, flexibility, and directional control ...
The Effect of Wearing Compression Garments on Responses to Submaximal Exercise
The aim of this study was to determine whether or not wearing compression garments has an effect on heart rate, blood pressure, blood lactate levels, and rate of perceived exertion (RPE) during submaximal exercise.
Aerobic Capacity of Wheelchair Basketball Players during Arm Crank Ergometry vs Treadmill
It is difficult to determine the aerobic capacity of wheelchair athletes by the accepted standards and methods of testing. The levels of disability and the associated functionality of the individual as well as wheelchair ...
The Effect of Cytomax Sports Drink on Blood Lactate Levels in a 400 m Run
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 Compression Sleeves on Blood Lactate during an Arm Ergometer Max Test
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 ...
The Evaluation of Hand Strength in an Aging Population
Muscular deterioration is a well known effect that aging has on
individuals. As a person gets older, their muscles naturally become worn down and more
atrophied as compared to their younger counterparts. The ability of ...
Effects of Nitric Oxide Supplementation on Maximal Graded Exercise
Nitric oxide (NO) is a naturally occurring substance in the body. It is released during exercise, stimulating vasodilatation, which increases blood flow to the muscles. It has become a popular form of supplementation in ...