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    • Novel Mechanisms of Peripheral Vascular Dysfunction in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes 

      Young, Ben Earl; 0000-0003-0239-005X (2020-08-04)
      Currently, over 30 million adults in the United States have been diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes mellitus (T2D). Importantly, T2D disproportionately augments the risk for the development of cardiovascular disease (CVD), ...
    • Optimal Levels Of Creatine Monohydrtate Supplementation For Increases In Anaerobic Performance 

      Schneider, Jan Eric (Neuromuscular Research Laboratory, the University of Texas at ArlingtonExercise Science Research Laboratories, the University of texas at Arlington.Department of Kinesiology, the University of Texas at Arlington., 2013-06-13)
      Creatine monohydrate is a commonly used supplement amongst athletes in the hopes to improve upon their athletic performance. The theory behind supplementing creatine monohydrate is to add to the body’s own creatine stores ...
    • Partitioning the Role of Myocardial Steatosis on Left Ventricular Function 

      Oneglia, Andrew (2023-08-07)
      **Please note that the full text is embargoed until 8/1/2025** ABSTRACT: Preclinical studies have long suggested that excess lipid accumulation within cardiomyocytes (myocardial steatosis) leads to adverse cardiac remodeling ...
    • Pathophysiology of Exercise Intolerance in Breast Cancer Survivors Treated with Anthracycline Chemotherapy 

      Beaudry, Rhys I. (2019-12-02)
      Anthracyclines emerged as frontline breast cancer adjuvant therapy in the late 1960’s. Within half a decade of their clinical adoption, dose-limiting cardiotoxicity was recognized and cumulative dose limits were established ...
    • Performance consistency in various motor assesments performed by children with Development Coordination Disorder 

      Chuang, Jennifer (Developmental Motor Cognition Lab, The University of Texas at ArlingtonDepartment of Kinesiology, The University of Texas at Arlington, 2013-02-11)
      Children with Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) have low motor skills that include marked delays in achieving motor milestones, poor balance, low coordination and handwriting difficulties. Because of the heterogeneous ...
    • PHYSICAL STRESS ON THE BODY USING A VO2 MAX TEST AND ITS EFFECTS ON SHORT-TERM MEMORY IN MALE STUDENTS 

      Alvarez, Kimberly (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, Fall, 2013)
      Introduction. Research shows that rhythmic exercise changes in serotonin, epinephrine, norepinephrine and acetylcholine levels all affect cortical arousal and cognitive function (Potter & Keele, 2005). There are many reasons ...
    • Physiological Change Through Aerobic Exercise Under Hypoxic Conditions With An Elevation Mask 

      Laurel, Bryan; Morone, Kyle; Nguyen, Tai; Suleiman, Fadey; Tran, Kenny; Tran, Vince (Department of Kinesiology, The University of Texas at Arlington, 2015)
      Athletes have found a new way to train to get an edge over their competitors and that is to train in an environment where oxygen is lacking. With a lower supply of oxygen, the body produces the hormone erythropoietin, which ...
    • The Physiological Effects of Advocare Spark Energy on Submaximal Aerobic Exercise 

      Tran, Tommy; Pozos, Dagoberto (The University of Texas at ArlingtonDepartment of Kinesiology, 2018-12)
      **Please note that the full text is embargoed** ABSTRACT: INTRODUCTION: AdvoCare-Spark energy is a multi-nutrient supplement that incorporates ergogenic aids such as creatine and caffeine. The referred ergogenic aids are ...
    • Physiological Responses During A Modified Bruce Max Test In The Anti-Gravity Treadmill 

      Kang, Lucy (Department of Kinesiology, The University of Texas at Arlington, 2016)
      INTRODUCTION: Physical activity can be difficult or painful for the obese, disabled, or those recovering from injury or surgery. For all populations, regular physical activity is a necessity for overall health, increased ...
    • The placebo effect of the Power Balance Band on muscle strength, agility, power and RPE. 

      Wiley, Mary (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 

      Flores, Josue (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 

      Arciniega, Mario (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 

      Deam, Ashley (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 

      Newland, Aaron; Nguyen, Kevin (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 

      Patik, Jordan C; 0000-0002-1463-1335 (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 

      Johnson, Auburn L. (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 

      Trowbridge, Cynthia; Parekh, Jesal N.; Ricard, Mark D.; Potts, Jerald; Patrickson, W Clive; Cason, Carolyn (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 

      Servin, Yovany; Guiterrez, David; Trejo, Carolina; Ortega, Raul; Ayala, Diana (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 

      Moss, Samantha; 0000-0001-7612-8228 (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 

      Tracy, Megan
      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.