Browsing UCO - Graduate Works and Theses by Degrees "M.S., Kinesiology and Health Studies"
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A case study of energy expenditure of a lower limb amputee using a running blade compared to a non-amputee.
(2018)The purpose of this case study was to determine if energy expenditure of a lower limb amputee (LLA) with a running specific prosthesis would be different from an able-bodied person. There is little research on running ... -
A comparison of plyometric training on power benefits, body composition, and enjoyment
(2021)Plyometrics has shown significant improvements for explosive power, strength, and body composition. Purpose. The purpose of this research study was to examine the effects on power in a land plyometric exercise program. It ... -
A relationship between sleep quality and academic performance in first-year university students.
(2013)The purpose of this study was to determine whether a relationship existed between sleep quality and academic performance in freshman university students. This study was significant because it is the goal of most universities ... -
Difference in GPA by major and type of sport in Division II student athletes.
(2013)It has been suggested that the demand of university athletics can hinder academic success. Furthermore major selection may be dependent on ease of eligibility and lead to academic clustering. The purpose of this study was ... -
Effect of Nintendo® Wii Fit™ balance games on postural control and balance among adults with Down Syndrome.
(2015)A Nintendo Wii Fit gaming device may eliminate several barriers to exercise and promote participation in balance training among adults with Down syndrome (DS). This study seeks to determine if a Nintendo Wii balance exercise ... -
Effects of various anthropometric measurements on fastball velocity in professional relief pitchers.
(2013)This research study was conducted to compare the height and weights of Major League Baseball (MLB) relief pitchers to their average fastball velocity during the 2007 season. The purpose was to find what correlations may ... -
Health behaviors among Indian and Pakistani people living in the United States.
(2013)Cardiovascular disease is the first and third leading cause of death among men and women respectively in the United States (Centers for Disease Control, 2011a). According to the National Heart Lung and Blood Institute, ... -
Mental health in collegiate athletics: survey of attitudes, barriers, and preparedness of university resources
(2022)Purpose. The purpose of this study was to assess collegiate student-athlete perception of mental health. A secondary purpose was to develop a list of attitudes and behaviors toward athletes seeking help, and university ... -
Relationship between perceived coaching behaviors and pre-season skills of collegiate volleyball players.
(2010)"The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between the hitting and serving percentages of collegiate volleyball players and perceived coaching behaviors of their respective coaches. The study included 23 ... -
Sexual health knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors amongst South-Asian international students at the University of Central Oklahoma
(2021)The lack of sexual health knowledge among international students is multi-dimensional and is impacted by culture, society, parental guidance, environment, migration, and belongingness to the new culture. The topics of ... -
Socioeconomic status and physical activity levels in obese and non-obese African Americans
(2022)A lack of physical activity has become a major problem in the United States with no signs of relief coming anytime soon. More specifically, the African American community continues to remain among the most inactive. While ... -
Spirituality, sexual orientation, and mental health among college students.
(2017)The purpose of this study was to determine whether sexual orientation and spiritual practice affect depression and anxiety symptoms among non-heterosexual college students. Participants (n=11) were non-heterosexual college ... -
The effect of beetroot juice on muscular endurance in college age students.
(2017)Researchers have been studying the effect of beetroot juice as an ergogenic aid in regards to lower oxidative cost of exercise and improved time to exhaustion. The findings indicate that beetroot juice acts as a vasodilator ... -
The effect of non-leading foot placement on power in the fencing lunge.
(2011)Fencing success does not depend on specific morphological or physiological attributes. Nevertheless, the muscular demands are very specific and development of effective movement takes time and practice. Being able to lunge ... -
The effects of a tai chi and yoga intervention on balance and balance confidence.
(2013)The purpose of this study was to determine if the combination of yoga, Tai Chi, and mindful meditation increased balance and balance confidence in older female adults. Ten female participants were randomly assigned to one ... -
The effects of external focus of attention on standing triple jump performance.
(2015)The purpose of the study is to determine if the use of external focus of attention has an effect on standing triple jump performance. External focus is where a subject focuses on an object or a focal point outside of ... -
The effects of high-intensity interval training on postural control, dynamic balance, and muscular strength among older adults.
(2015)Aging adults are at an increased risk of falling, dependency, and disability due to a decline in physical conditioning. Research has determined muscle weakness and poor balance are associated with these risks. Resistance ... -
The effects of Samatva yoga on perceived stress among university students in the midwest.
(2011)The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of Samatva yoga on perceived stress among university students in the Midwest. Criteria for participants included that participants were students at a University located ... -
The impact of a church-based physical activity intervention on exercise adherence in middle-aged women
(2010)Women are at risk of cardiovascular disease which regular physical activity has been shown to reduce; yet 60% do not exercise 30 minutes daily for minimal health benefits. This study determined the effectiveness of a 24-week ... -
The influence of activity trackers on physical activity, cardiorespiratory endurance, body composition, and exercise motivation
(2017)The purpose of this research was to examine the influence of activity trackers on physical activity (PA), cardiorespiratory endurance (CRE), body fat percentage (BF%), and exercise motivation. With wearable technology being ...