Browsing UCO - Graduate Works and Theses by Degrees "M.S., Wellness Management"
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A comparison of completion times between a 1.5-mile run on an indoor track and treadmill in physically active individuals.
(2008)The purpose of this study was to compare the 1.5-mile run test performed on an indoor track to the 1.5-mile run test performed on a treadmill in a group of physically active adults 19 to 30 years of age. The study compared ... -
A needs assessment of employee wellness on a college campus.
(2019)The purpose of this research project was to conduct a needs assessment to determine employee interest, preference, and current health status among faculty and staff on a college campus. A review of the literature showed ... -
Acute effects of two different foam rollers on range of motion.
(2016)The aim of this study was to determine if differences existed between the effects two different foam rollers had on hip and shoulder ROM. Ten college students participated in a random cross over design study. Participants' ... -
Do individuals consuming a vegetarian diet suffer less chronic disease than the general public in a Midwestern county?.
(2014)The main purpose of this study was to determine if vegetarians living in Oklahoma County suffered from less heart disease, stroke, cancer, and diabetes than the general public of Oklahoma County. The secondary purpose of ... -
Effects of a functional fatigue protocol on maximal softball hitting.
(2010)Fatigue can affect athletic performance in many ways, including a decrease in sport specific accuracy, impairments in joint angles, and a decrease in overall muscle performance. In regards to fatigue, little research has ... -
Effects of motivational music on a 1.5 mile running time trial.
(2014)Music has a positive effect on performance measures during exercise and sport at submaximal intensities. Purpose: To measure the effects of self-selected motivational music on a 1.5 mile maximal intensity running time ... -
Effects of rest period length on exercise volume in older adults.
(2014)Research involving rest periods during resistance training for older adults is limited. Understanding optimal rest periods can help exercise professionals develop efficient and effective training programs for older adults. ... -
Effects of static stretching on muscular power in female collegiate soccer players.
(2016)Current literature over the effects of static stretching on muscular power is inconsistent. A better understanding of the effects of static stretching could help improve athletic performance. The purpose of this study was ... -
Exploring leadership behaviors as a deterrent or promotional means of perceived team cohesion among fastpitch softball players.
(2010)Research suggests that a leader's effectiveness in sport is contingent upon varying characteristics of athletes and the present situation. The purpose of this study was to assess the relationship between leadership behaviors ... -
Field and laboratory assessments of muscular power in female NAIA soccer players.
(2011)The primary purpose of the investigation was to determine the most closely related assessment between the agility t-test, countermovement vertical jump, fly-in 40-yard dash, lower limb length, and percent body fat when ... -
Predictor variables for success in college wrestling.
(2016)Research involving a wrestler's success in competition is limited. Understanding the physiological attributes that a successful wrestler must exhibit will help coaches and wrestlers develop effective and efficient philosophies ... -
The acute effect of traumatic brain injury (TBI) on motor power output.
(2014)There has be an increased interest in the chronic effects of traumatic brain injury (TBI) in contact sports from both research and nonscientific fields alike. The chronic effects can only be minimized by understanding the ... -
The effects of caffeine on ratings of perceived exertion and completion times in a 1.5-mile run test in college-aged males.
(2007)The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of caffeine from Red Bull on selected aspects of running performance during a 1.5 mile run test in college-aged males--Abstract, leaf x." -
The effects of resistance training on resting metabolic rates in overweight adults.
(2010)The purpose of this study was to determine if resistance training (RT) aids in weight loss over time by increasing the fat free mass (FFM) and resting metabolic rate (RMR) in overweight subjects. This study included 6 ... -
The impact of balance training on balance, confidence, and functionality in assisted living adults.
(2011)Assisted living adults are at a great risk for falls, which can negatively impact their life. Confidence may be related to balance, as older adults may discontinue physical activity due to a fear of falling. Balance training ... -
The impacts of a caffeinated energy drink on rating of perceived exertion, completion time, heart rate, volume of oxygen consumption, and respiratory exchange ratio on a 10-mile cycle ergometer trial.
(2014)Research involving caffeinated energy drinks and endurance cycling protocols is limited. Many studies have been conducted consisting of sprint trials and shorter duration protocols. Understanding the interaction the human ... -
The relationship between lower extremity muscular power and functionality in older adults.
(2011)As humans age we go through a process of muscle mass loss known as Sarcopenia. This process of muscle loss can lead to many different forms of functionality based health concerns that can leave an individual immobile and ... -
The stability of low-top versus high-top basketball shoes.
(2014)BACKGROUND: Ankle sprains are one of the most common athletic injuries that occur in sports participation (Trevino, Davis, & Hecht, 1994). There has been numerous prevention strategies designed to decrease the occurrence ...