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Predictors of physical activity among individuals with spinal cord injuries
(2001)
This study used the theoretical framework of Pender's Health Promotion Model (HPM)
to predict physical activity patterns in a sample of spinal cord injured (SCI). The model
was adapted to better fit the population under ...
Health, fitness, and life satisfaction in retired teachers
(2000)
The purpose of this study was to describe the health, fitness, and life satisfaction of retired
teachers in Thunder Bay. Forty retired teachers (24 women, 16 men) aged 55 to 70 years
participated in the study. Fitness ...
Investigating the effects of visually augmented video feedback on performance of an ice hockey skating skill / by Duncan C. Pike.
(2008)
The study tested the effects of video replays enhanced with graphic, kinematic feedback on a targeted aspect of the hockey skating stride. A single subject, multiple baseline, across participants design was used. Participants ...
Arousal imagery effects on competitive state anxiety and performance of the soccer penalty kick
(2000)
Study participants: 2 soccer teams in Northwestern Ontario (age 13-18 years).
Comparison of balance performance between boys with and without developmental coordination disorder
(2000)
The purpose of the present study was to investigate the performance of 6 to 13 year old boys with
and without Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) on two balance tasks: balance space
and quiet standing. The participants ...
Effects of a Taiji Quan exercise intervention on balance, mobility, and quality of life of people treated for cancer / by Yijian Yang.
(2008)
The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of a Taiji Quan intervention on balance, mobility, and quality of life in cancer patients experiencing side effects of treatment. A sample of 18 people aged 42 to 85 ...
Blood pressure in relationship to dietary and whole blood ionic magnesium in normotensive subjects
(2000)
The primary purpose o f this investigation was to examine the relationship between
dietary and whole blood ionic magnesium (iMg) and measures of blood pressure (BP)
(SBP-systolic BP; DBP-diastolic BP; MAP-mean arterial ...
Wizards of Motion : evaluation of a helmet intervention program / by Pamela K. Marsh.
(2007)
Lakehead University's Wizards of Motion program is designed to introduce students to the application of mechanics to the analysis of human motion. The Wizards Grade 7 helmet intervention module provides a unique opportunity ...
Effect of oral glutamine supplementation on resting blood and saliva immune parameters in endurance trained athletes
(2001)
There is considerable evidence suggesting that frequent, intense, long duration exercise is
associated with adverse effects on the immune system as shown by a decrease in immune cell
numbers and function. This may ...
Meta-analysis of reported cross-country skiing injuries
(2002)
The purpose of this study was to conduct a comprehensive quantitative meta-analysis
including a qualitative assessment of studies reporting cross-country skiing
injuries. To date there have been three comprehensive review ...