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    • Can A Screening Algorithm For Obstructive Sleep Apnea Be Formulated From Maximal Exercise Test Variables? 

      Lueking, Stacy Marie (Kinesiology, 2008-04-22)
      Purpose: The primary purpose of this study was to compare the cardiopulmonary and electrocardiography exercise testing responses of overweight individuals between one group, at low-risk (LR) for developing OSA, versus ...
    • The Cardiorespiratory Responses In Lap Swimmers and Zumba Dancers 

      Villanueva, Natalie (Department of Kinesiology, The University of Texas at Arlington.Exercise Science Research Laboratories, The University of Texas at ArlingtonCardiovascular Research Laboratory, The University of Texas at Arlington, 2015)
      Cardiorespiratory responses can be evaluated by measuring the workload, heart rate (HR), blood pressure (BP), and rate of perceived exertion (RPE) in a submaximal test. Although it is often used to determine an exercise ...
    • CEREBROVASCULAR FUNCTION IN ADULTS WITH DEPRESSION 

      Richey, Rauchelle (University of Texas at Arlington Libraries, 2020-05)
      Cerebral vasodilatory responsiveness is blunted in older adults (~45-70 yrs) with depressive disorders and thought to contribute to the link between depressive symptomology and increased risk for neurocognitive (e.g., ...
    • Comparing Limit of Stability and Sensory Organization Test Scores as a Predictor of Fall Risk in Men and Women 

      Pantages, Ampa
      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 ...
    • Comparing the efficacy of Pre Carbohydrate Supplements in drink and chew form on VO2 max, lactate, glucose, and heart rate 

      Owens, Andrew (Cardiopulmonary 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, 2013-02-21)
      The purpose of this study was to determine if a pre exercise carbohydrate in chew form was more beneficial towards maximal exercise than in drink form.
    • COMPARING UNILATERAL TRANSFER OF MUCSLE ACTIVITY FOR REACTION TIME FOR RIGHT AND LEFT HANDED INDIVIDUALS 

      Grillo, Adam (Department of Kinesiology, The University of Texas at ArlingtonBiomechanics Research Laboratory, The University of Texas at ArlingtonExercise Science Research Laboratories, The University of Texas at Arlington, 2016)
      •INTRODUCTION: Fitts’ law is a descriptive model of human movement that states the time required to rapidly move to a target areas is a function of the ratio between the distance to the target and the width of the target. ...
    • A Comparison Between the Wingate Anaerobic Test and Right Knee Extension Power 

      Beckman, Sarah (Department of Kinesiology, The University of Texas at ArlingtonCardiovascular Research Laboratory, The University of Texas at ArlingtonBiomechanics Research Laboratory, The University of Texas at ArlingtonExercise Science Research Laboratories, The University of Texas at Arlington, 2016)
      INTRODUCTION: Anaerobic power is maximal power developed during utmost, short term physical effort. Anaerobic activities use energy that is stored in muscles and that can be accessed without the use of oxygen. Power is ...
    • A Comparison In Physiological Responses Between Cycle Ergometer And Elliptical Submaximal Exercise 

      Jaramillo, Julio (Department of Kinesiology, The University of Texas at ArlingtonACardiovascular Research Laboratory, The University of Texas at ArlingtonAExercise Science Research Laboratories, The University of Texas at Arlington, 2016)
      BACKGROUND: The specific purpose of this research was to determine if there were any physiological differences in cycle ergometer and elliptical submaximal exercises in terms of oxygen consumption, fat and carbohydrate ...
    • Comparison of body composition, aerobic and anaerobic fitness in competitive level soccer players with regards to position played 

      Maserang, Samantha (Department of Kinesiology, The University of Texas at ArlingtonExercise Science Research Laboratories, The University of Texas at Arlington, 2012-05-30)
      Body composition can be thought of in several different terms. Body Mass Index (BMI) and body fat percentage (%bf) are the two most popular. The BMI is determined from the height and weight only, but the body fat percentage ...
    • A Comparison of Continuous and Intermittent Exercise Effect on Excess Post-Exercise Oxygen Consumption (EPOC) 

      Tran, Kelly (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: As individuals conduct exercise, the body’s oxygen consumption rate is elevated to provide the increase oxygen demanded by the working muscles. During recovery, oxygen consumption declines but remains elevated ...
    • COMPARISON OF ISOKINETIC AND JUMPING KNEE TORQUES 

      Li, Synyoung (Department of Kinesiology, The University of Texas at ArlingtonBiomechanics Research Laboratory, The University of Texas at ArlingtonExercise Science Research Laboratories, The University of Texas at Arlington, 2016)
      INTRODUCTION: Isokinetic movements occur at a fixed angular velocity, regardless of torque applied by the subject. Isokinetic testing has been correlated with field tests and clinical predictions such as recovery from ...
    • A COMPARISON OF MEDIAN NERVE COMPRESSION SYMPTOMS BETWEEN FIRST-YEAR AND FOURTH-YEAR KINESIOLOGY STUDENTS 

      Hamilton, R. (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, 2015)
      A COMPARISON OF MEDIAN NERVE COMPRESSION SYMPTOMS BETWEEN FIRST-YEAR AND FOURTH-YEAR KINESIOLOGY STUDENTS R. Hamilton Department of Kinesiology. The University of Texas at Arlington, Arlington Texas 76019 BACKGROUND The ...
    • THE COMPARISON OF MUSCLE ACTIVATION AND PERFORMANCE IN A NEUTRAL AND SUPINATED GRIP BICEP CURL 

      Lam, Peter (Department of Kinesiology, The University of Texas at ArlingtonBiomechanics Research Laboratory, The University of Texas at ArlingtonExercise Science Research Laboratories, The University of Texas at Arlington, 2016)
      BACKGROUND: When performing a bicep curl, there are many muscles that must activate in order to achieve this motion much like any other body part. Changing the hand formation from a supinated to a neutral grip can change ...
    • Comparison Of Oxygen Consumption On Different Brands Of Elliptical Trainers In The Development Of A Metabolic Prediction Equation 

      Swier, Daniel Peter (Kinesiology, 2008-08-08)
      Purpose: The primary purpose of this study was to determine the effect of elliptical trainer brand on gas exchange data as well as to develop separate equations that are specific to certain brands. Methods: Twenty-three ...
    • Comparison of Treatments for Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS) 

      Palladino, Kathleen; Garcia, Sabrina; Moses, Sandeep; Anaya, Luis (Department of Kinesiology, The University of Texas at Arlington, 2015)
      Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) is related to pain that follows an unfamiliar eccentric exercise that causes damage to the skeletal muscle (Hilbert, et al. 2003). The pain typically appears within the first 24 hours ...
    • A Comparison Of Two Diabetic Education Programs Designed To Treat Adult Onset Diabetes Mellitus 

      O'Rear, Katelyn Dian (Nursing, 2014-12)
      The purpose of this study was to compare the diabetic education programs of two certified diabetic dietitians, one with heavy focus on diet and the other with focus on exercise, over 6 months to determine which program was ...
    • The Comparison of Vertical Jump Height Between Gender and Body Fat Percentage 

      Jack, Allison (Biomechanics 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, Fall, 2013)
      INTRODUCTION: Vertical jump height is seen as a muscle performance test that indicates power and force production. It is a kinematic measure used to determine the differences between males and females based on their frontal ...
    • Concurrent Validity And Test Retest Reliability Of Three Postural Control Assessments 

      Warren, William Shane
      Context: In the United States an estimated 1.6 to 3.8 million sports-related mild traumatic brain injuries occur annually (Broglio, 2008). The accurate and timely diagnosis of concussion using a comprehensive test battery ...
    • Correlation between body fat percentage and maximal exercise (VO2MAX) in collegiate female track athletes 

      Campos, Jennifer (Department of Kinesiology, The University of Texas at ArlingtonExercise Science Laboratories, The University of Texas at Arlington, 2012-05-30)
      A VO2max test is used to determine the rate of utilization of oxygen which is a measure of cardiorespiratory endurance and aerobic fitness. A relative VO2max is expressed according to body weight in milliliters of oxygen ...
    • The correlation between parental perception of movement difficulties and scoring on a motor proficiency assessment 

      Deo, Ketaki; Henry, Danielle (Developmental Motor Cognition Lab, The University of Texas at ArlingtonDepartment of Kinesiology, The University of Texas at Arlington, 2013-02-12)
      Children with movement difficulties face more challenges in activities of daily living, especially those involving fine motor control, manual coordination, and balance. Parental perception has been considered a reliable ...