Browsing Health, Nutrition & Exercise Science Doctoral Work by Title
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Altering Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Education for Allied Health Care Providers Based on Self-Reported Experiences with Recertification
(North Dakota State University, 2021)Health care providers (nurses, athletic trainers, and emergency medical services [EMS] personnel) are expected to perform high-quality cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) regardless of their confidence. Also, regardless ... -
An Analysis of Muscle Activity During Load Carriage, ACFT Scores, and Back Pain in Army ROTC Cadets
(North Dakota State University, 2021)Context: Low back pain (LBP) is a leading musculoskeletal complaint among the military population. Load carriage tasks are a frequently reported mechanism of injury for low back pain (LBP) in the Army. Furthermore, researchers ... -
Appraising Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury Risk: Single-Legged Jump-Landing Dynamic Postural Stability
(North Dakota State University, 2022)Appraising anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury risk is of great interest to the orthopedic and sports medicine professional. Due to the high prevalence of non-contact ACL injuries, professionals have sought to identify ... -
The Association Between Workplace Lactation Accommodations and Corporate Lactation Programs and Breastfeeding Duration in Working Women
(North Dakota State University, 2017)Breastfeeding support has increased over the past 2 decades, especially in the workplace. The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 provided several protections for working, breastfeeding women. Prior to the ... -
Associations between Physical Activity and Quality of Life: Implications for Primary Care
(North Dakota State University, 2018)It is increasingly well-known that chronic diseases are placing a burden on the United States, including the healthcare system. Considering chronic disease risk and quality of life (QOL) measures, improving lifestyle ... -
Barriers and Strategies to Optimize Diabetes Management in Emerging Adults with Type 1 Diabetes
(North Dakota State University, 2021)Emerging adults aged 18 – 30 years with type 1 diabetes (T1DM) make unique lifestyle choices that can create complications for disease management. The objective of this study was to identify barriers and strategies for ... -
Best Practices for Strengthening Physical Activity Policies at Childcare
(North Dakota State University, 2017)The sharp increase in childhood obesity in recent years has been dramatic and continues to negatively impact children and their families. Low levels of physical activity (PA) during the preschool years is likely a contributing ... -
A Biomechanical and Electromyographic Analysis of Elite Shot Putters at a Division I University
(North Dakota State University, 2022)In effort to understand the most optimal technique for shot put throwing, researchers have investigated the individual factors of the throw that may contribute to elite level performances. Two techniques are commonly ... -
Changes in Physical Activity and Quality of Life of Cancer Survivors Participating in a Group Exercise Program
(North Dakota State University, 2017)Although cancer survival rates are improving, cancer treatment is often associated with adverse biopsychosocial symptoms, including increased risk of anxiety, depression, and social isolation, and reduced physical fitness ... -
The Effects of Greater Dietary Protein Spread and Quality on Muscle Health in Healthy Adults
(North Dakota State University, 2022)Skeletal muscle is critically important, but is often overlooked, not getting the respect or attention the tissue demands. Muscle is responsible for locomotion and physical performance, uses large amount of energy preventing ... -
Effects of Nutrition Education and Fruit and Vegetable Consumption on Knowledge of Antioxidants and Biomarkers of Inflammation and Chronic Disease
(North Dakota State University, 2012)Obesity rates have reached epidemic proportions contributing to the majority of Americans experiencing a state of chronic inflammation. Associations between inflammation, oxidative stress, and increased disease risk ... -
Effects of Sit-Stand Desks in a College Class
(North Dakota State University, 2016)This disquisition examined the effects of sit-stand desks in a college classroom over the course of a semester and was split into two studies. Paper 1 determined the pattern of sit-stand desk usage over the course of a ... -
Exercise and Nutrition to Counter Age-Related Decrements in Muscle Health and Function
(North Dakota State University, 2020)Muscle atrophy and strength decrements can occur following disease (e.g., cachexia), with increasing age (e.g., sarcopenia), or from disuse related to injury or occupational environment (e.g., microgravity). High-load ... -
External Ankle Supports Alter Kinematics and Kinetics during Drop-Jump Landing and Forward-Jump Landing Tasks
(North Dakota State University, 2014)This research project was designed to understand the influence of excessively restricting ankle range of motion (ROM) on knee injuries, especially non-contact anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear. Participating in physical ... -
Identification and Comparison of Hydration Practices in Marathon Runners During Intended Training, an Intended Marathon, and Self-Reported Hydration Practices During a Marathon Event
(North Dakota State University, 2020)Title: Comparing hydration practices of long-distance runners during intended training, an intended event, and an actual event during COVID-19. Context: Prior studies on long-distance runners have yet to compare hydration ... -
Interval Training Methods to Increase Performance Markers and Load Carriage in Tactical Professionals
(North Dakota State University, 2019)Load carriage is an inherent part of the military and other tactical occupations (e.g., law enforcement, firefighters). Variation in load carriage ranges from 7-60 kg and can increase energy expenditure as well as lead to ... -
An Investigation of Physical Activity and Cardiorespiratory Fitness in Career Firefighters
(North Dakota State University, 2018)Firefighters are responsible for protecting citizens as well as the infrastructure of cities across the United States. In order to safely protect and perform on-duty tasks, firefighters must be capable of performing ... -
Life Skills at a Tribal College: Effects of a Culturally Relevant Educational Intervention on College Retention & Self-efficacy for Healthy Choices among American Indian Tribal College Students
(North Dakota State University, 2016)American Indians and Alaskan Natives (AIAN) have the lowest rates of college retention and graduation in the U.S. Additionally, AIAN face health disparities including higher rates of obesity/overweight and Type 2 diabetes. ... -
A Path Analysis Model Examining Parent Perception, Dieting, and Food Behaviors on BMI Among Predominately Hispanic Families with Preschool Children
(North Dakota State University, 2022)Children and adults continue to suffer from obesity, which poses a great public health threat. This research focused on protective factors for its prevention. Parent’s perception of a healthy child’s body size, parent ... -
The Relationship Between Exercise and Mental Health in College Students
(North Dakota State University, 2013)The purpose of this study was to evaluate the influence of an exercise program on aspects of wellness in college students. The study explored changes in physical fitness and on self-reports of anxiety and depression symptoms ...