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Aspects of thought factors and their effects on performance in swimming
(1985)
The purpose of this study was to assess the effects of three types
of thought patterns; positive thoughts, mood words, and task-relevant
content, on swimming performance in age group swimmers.
The major dependent variable ...
Effects of cognitive strategies on ergometer performance of female rowers
(1985)
The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of cognitive
strategies on the performance of four female rowers. The independent
variables were the three strategy conditions. The major dependent
variable was the ...
Influence of physical training on the accuracy of predicting aerobic power (VO2 max) using the Åstrand nomogram
(1987)
The purpose of this study was to determine if the
level of physical training influenced the accuracy of
predicting aerobic power (VO2 max) using the Åstrand
nomogram (1960). A total of 48 male subjects (24
trained, 24 ...
On-ice acceleration as a function of the Wingate anaerobic test and a biomechanical assessment of skating technique in elite ice hockey players
(2000)
Success in ice hockey depends on an individual’s ability to accelerate from a standing
start or change direction and continue skating quickly and efficiently. Previous research to
determine those factors which had the ...
Analysis of the change in golf swing kinematics associated with learning
(2005)
Success in golf depends on the precise timing and coordination of a complex movement
pattern. Because of the time consuming nature of learning the golf swing, it is important
to establish a more efficient teaching and ...
The relationship between perfectionism and athlete engagement among male adolescent athletes: the moderating role of coach autonomy support
(2018)
Athlete engagement is a positive state of mind capturing athletes’ feelings of enthusiasm, confidence, vigour, and dedication toward their sport and may result from basic psychological needs satisfaction (Hodge, Lonsdale, ...
Qualitative analysis of the final form exams of the skill awards program from Alpine Canada
(1990)
In 1987, Alpine Canada introduced a skill development program
for skiers aged 7 to 15 years of age who were enrolled in one of
Canada's entry level racing programs. One of the objectives of
the program is to raise the ...
Impact of low frequency neuromuscular electrical stimulation on glucose regulation in individuals with type 2 diabetes
(2006)
The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of low-frequency neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) on glucose regulation in individuals with type 2 diabetes. Eight individuals with type 2 diabetes between 41 ...
Investigation of anthropometric, physiological and strength responses of physically disabled adult male wheelchair basketball players during training
(1983)
The purpose of this study was to monitor anthropometric,
physiological and strength responses of six physically disabled
adult male wheelchair basketball players during training. An intrasubject
case study research ...
Investigation of responses of age-group swimmers during training
(1982)
The purpose of this study was to monitor a series of multidisciplinary
indices associated with swimming performance in age-group
swimmers throughout a period of serious training. Three female
and three male members of ...