Journal articles: 'Anthropometric, performance and psychological measures'

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Ribeiro, Olga, Maria Raquel Carvalho, Isabel Do Carmo, Góis Horácio, Teresa Paiva, and Maria Luísa Figueira. "Influence of Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome and Sleep Variables on Cognitive Performance and Psychological Distress in Severely Obese Patients." Research in Health Science 2, no. 2 (May 25, 2017): 194. http://dx.doi.org/10.22158/rhs.v2n2p194.

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We examined the presence of the Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome (OSAS) and explored associations/correlations between sleep variables, anthropometric measures, cognitive performance, and psychological distress in severely obese patients. We also sought to verify the relationship between the Cognitive Reserve (CR) and the OSAS.Sixty-one patients who required treatment for severe obesity performed a neuropsychological evaluation and an overnight polysomnography.Most of the patients were female in the age group of 50 years. The incidence of the OSAS defined by Apnea-Hypopnea Index (AHI) was 65.6%. The Severe Apnea group was the biggest, with a statistically significant number of males, significantly higher anthropometric measures, and with a higher percentage of patients with low CR than the other groups. Cognitive performance was significantly affected by sleep parameters, sleep efficiency and REM sleep duration. Great daytime sleepiness and cognitive complaints were correlated with distress symptoms. The female gender, advanced age, the highest weight, daytime sleepiness, hypertension, and oxygen saturation significantly contributed to the onset of the OSAS.The incidence of the OSAS is higher in severely obese patients. Anthropometric measures, cognitive performance, and psychological distress symptoms are influenced by sleep parameters and sleep efficiency. There is a high percentage of patients with Severe Apnea and low CR.

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Camarco, Nathalia Ferreira, Ivo Vieira de Sousa Neto, Evaldo Ribeiro, and Anderson J. Martino Andrade. "Anthropometrics, Performance, and Psychological Outcomes in Mixed Martial Arts Athletes." Biology 11, no. 8 (July 30, 2022): 1147. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/biology11081147.

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The digit ratio (2D:4D) is related to prenatal testosterone (T) and sports performance. Few investigations have explored 2D:4D in determining the potential performance of individuals in power-based sports, specifically combat sports. This study compared 2D:4D between mixed martial arts (MMA) athletes and non-athletes and investigated the association between (1) handgrip strength (HGS) and lean body mass (LBM) with 2D:4D in MMA athletes and (2) psychometric variables and 2D:4D in MMA athletes and non-athletes. In total, 122 men participated in this study (53 non-athletes, 45 professionals, and 24 amateur fighters). The 2D:4D was measured using a caliper, HGS was assessed with a dynamometer, and psychometric variables were evaluated using questionnaires. Athletes displayed significantly (p < 0.05) lower median values of right (0.95 ± 0.04) and left (0.96 ± 0.03) 2D:4D in comparison with non-athletes, (0.97 ± 0.03) and (0.99 ± 0.03), respectively. We observed that left hand 2D:4D was negatively correlated with HGS (r = −0.43; p < 0.05) and lean body mass (r = −0.49; p < 0.05) in professional athletes. Professional athletes also displayed significant differences (* p < 0.05; ** p < 0.001) in psychometric variables compared to non-athletes for (1) agreeableness **, median values (interquartile range) = −0.11 (−0.19–0.07) and 0.2 (−0.09–0.33), respectively; (2) anger **, mean ± standard error = 2.40 ± 0.12 and 2.89 ± 0.89, respectively; and (3) openness *, mean ± standard error = 0.17 ± 0.04 and −0.006 ± 0.04, respectively. However, we did not observe an association between psychometric variables or wins with 2D:4D. In conjunction with other measures, 2D:4D is valuable in determining the potential athleticism of an MMA athlete.

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Pippi, Roberto, Livia Buratta, Alessandro Germani, Carmine Giuseppe Fanelli, and Claudia Mazzeschi. "Physical Activity Habits and Well-Being among 6-Year-Old Children: The “Improving Umbrian Kids’ Healthy Lifestyle”, an Uncontrolled Pilot Study Project." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 17, no. 17 (August 20, 2020): 6067. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ijerph17176067.

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There is evidence that promoting physical activity programs and decreasing sedentary behavior is a potential strategy for improving health-outcomes, peer relationships and social/emotional well-being in at-risk youth. The World Health Organization recommends enhancing physical education and school-based programs with multi-component and evidence-based assessment methodology. In Umbria (Italy) an uncontrolled pilot study project referred to as “Improving Umbrian kids’ healthy lifestyle” was implemented as a systemic school-based intervention directed at 6-year-old primary school children. The intervention applied a consolidated assessment methodology developed by the C.U.R.I.A.Mo. and Eurobis projects that inserted two hours per week of physical education activity into the school curriculum, structured and supervised by specialists with Exercise and Sport Science degrees, for eight months (from October to June) of the school year. We measured anthropometric values (BMI, waist circumference, waist-to-height ratio index) with objective tools. Moreover, we evaluated physical performance variables (speed, strength, and flexibility) using standard tests. Additionally, self-report measures (measured physical activity during the week, sedentary habits, and psychological well-being) were assessed using validated questionnaires. We observed a significant decrease in waist to height ratio, and improvements in physical performance values and self-report questionnaire measures. Our study suggests that the promotion of physical activity in the school setting is likely to result in physically, mentally, and psycho-socially healthier primary-school-age children.

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Mateo-Orcajada, Adrián, Raquel Vaquero-Cristóbal, Francisco Esparza-Ros, and Lucía Abenza-Cano. "Physical, Psychological, and Body Composition Differences between Active and Sedentary Adolescents According to the “Fat but Fit” Paradigm." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 19, no. 17 (August 30, 2022): 10797. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ijerph191710797.

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The practice of physical activity during adolescence is essential for the proper development of the population. In recent decades, the relevance of physical activity has been increasing, due to the development of the “fat but fit” paradigm. This paradigm shows that adolescents with a high level of physical fitness are healthier than adolescents with poorer physical fitness, regardless of their weight, giving importance to sports practice over other aspects. However, few previous studies have analyzed the differences in physical and body composition between active and sedentary adolescents in this paradigm. For this reason, the objectives of the present study were to establish the differences in body composition, physical performance, and adherence to the Mediterranean diet between active and sedentary adolescents; and to analyze the differences between active and sedentary adolescents according to the “fat but fit” paradigm. The sample consisted of 791 adolescent whose body composition, level of physical activity, adherence to the Mediterranean diet, and physical fitness were measured. It was found significant between active and sedentary adolescents in most of the anthropometric, AMD, and physical fitness variables, with a significant effect of the covariates gender, age, BMI, and biological maturation on the model. The binary logistic regression analysis performed shows that anthropometric variables, AMD, and VO2 max can be considered as primary outcomes to distinguish between active and sedentary groups of adolescents. Furthermore, the results showed that the active adolescents, regardless of their weight status, had lower fat mass and greater muscle mass, as well as a higher performance in the physical fitness tests, and greater adherence to the Mediterranean diet than the sedentary adolescents. To conclude, the practice of physical activity is a determinant for the improvement of body composition, physical performance, and adherence to the Mediterranean diet of the adolescent population, regardless of their gender, age, weight, or maturity status.

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Toselli, Stefania, Mario Mauro, Alessia Grigoletto, Stefania Cataldi, Luca Benedetti, Gianni Nanni, Riccardo Di Miceli, et al. "Assessment of Body Composition and Physical Performance of Young Soccer Players: Differences According to the Competitive Level." Biology 11, no. 6 (May 27, 2022): 823. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/biology11060823.

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Soccer is a multifactorial sport, in which players are expected to possess well developed physical, psychological, technical, and tactical skills. Thus, the anthropometric and fitness measures play a determinant role and could vary according to the competitive level. Therefore, the present study aimed to verify differences in body composition and physical performance between two soccer team. 162 young soccer players (from the Under 12 to Under 15 age categories; age: 13.01 ± 1.15 years) of different competitive levels (elite—n = 98 and non-elite—n = 64) were recruited. Anthropometric characteristics (height, weight, lengths, widths, circumferences, and skinfold thicknesses (SK)), bioelectrical impedance, physical performance test as countermovement jump (CMJ), 15 m straight-line sprints, Yo-Yo Intermittent Recovery Test Level 1 (Yo-Yo), and 20 + 20 m repeated-sprint ability (RSA)) were carried out. In addition, Body mass index (BMI), body composition parameters (percentage of fat mass (%F), Fat mass (FM, kg), and Fat-free mass (FFM, kg)) and the areas of the upper arm, calf and thigh were calculated, and the Bioelectric Impedance Vector Analysis (BIVA) procedures were applied. In addition, a linear discriminant analysis was assessed to determine which factors better discriminate between an elite and non-elite football team. Many differences were observed in body composition between and within each football team’s category, especially in triceps SK (p < 0.05), %F (p < 0.05), and all performance tests (p < 0.01). The canonical correlation was 0.717 (F(7,128) = 19.37, p < 0.0001), and the coefficients that better discriminated between two teams were 15 m sprint (−2.39), RSA (1−26), suprailiac SK (−0.5) and CMJ (−0.45). Elite soccer team players present a better body composition and greater physical efficiency. In addition, BIVA outcome could be a relevant selection criterion to scout among younger soccer players.

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Ahsan, Md Rizwanul, Sabrina Makbul, and Probir Kumar Sarkar. "Effectiveness of a Multidisciplinary Lifestyle Intervention to Reduce Obesity among Children and Adolescents." Dhaka Shishu (Children) Hospital Journal 35, no. 2 (October 12, 2020): 111–18. http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/dshj.v35i2.49691.

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Background: Now a days unhealthy lifestyle primarily responsible for the dramatic increase obesity among children and adolescents. Objective: The purpose of the study is to see the effects of a multidisciplinary lifestyle intervention to reduce obese children and adolescents. The main outcome was cardiometabolic risk based on the waist-to-height ratio (WHTR) measurement. Secondary outcomes were (1) changes in body composition; (2) adherence to a Mediterranean diet; and (3) physical performance. Methods: The study involved 64 overweight/obese children or adolescents conducted at Dhaka Shishu Hospital from October 2017 to September 2018. The intervention was multidisciplinary including nutrition, exercise, and psychological aspects based on a family-based approach; it was delivered for six months for children and three months for adolescents. Before and after the intervention, several anthropometric measures height, body weight, body mass index (BMI), waist circumference, and body composition, cardiometabolic risk index waist-to-height ratio (WHTR), and dietary habits of the participants and their families were evaluated. In addition, a set of functional motor fitness tests was performed to evaluate physical performance measures. Results: After the intervention both children and adolescents showed a significant reduction in body weight, BMI, waist circumference, fat mass, and WHTR index and an improvement of fat-free mass, adherence to the Mediterranean diet, and physical fitness performance. Conclusion: A short term family-based multidisciplinary approach is effective in ameliorating the health status, dietary habits, and physical performance in children and adolescents. DS (Child) H J 2019; 35(2) : 111-118

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Ranucci, Claudia, Roberto Pippi, Livia Buratta, Cristina Aiello, Vincenza Gianfredi, Natalia Piana, Elisa Reginato, et al. "Effects of an Intensive Lifestyle Intervention to Treat Overweight/Obese Children and Adolescents." BioMed Research International 2017 (2017): 1–11. http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2017/8573725.

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Objective.The purpose of the present study is to examine the effects of a multidisciplinary lifestyle intervention to treat overweight/obese children and adolescents. The main outcome was cardiometabolic risk based on the waist-to-height ratio (WHTR) measurement. Secondary outcomes were (1) changes in body composition; (2) adherence to a Mediterranean diet; and (3) physical performance.Method.The study involved 74 overweight/obese children or adolescents. The intervention was multidisciplinary including nutrition, exercise, and psychological aspects based on a family-based approach; it was delivered for six months for children and three months for adolescents. Before and after the intervention, several anthropometric measures (height, body weight, body mass index or BMI, waist circumference, and body composition), cardiometabolic risk index (waist-to-height ratio or WHTR), and nutrition habits of the participants and their families were evaluated. In addition, a set of functional motor fitness tests was performed to evaluate physical performance measures.Results.After the intervention both children and adolescents showed a significant reduction in body weight, BMI, waist circumference, fat mass, and WHTR index and an improvement of fat-free mass, adherence to the Mediterranean diet, and physical fitness performance.Conclusion.A family-based multidisciplinary approach is effective in the short term in ameliorating the health status, the nutrition habits, and physical performance in children and adolescents.

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Masini, Alice, Davide Gori, Sofia Marini, Marcello Lanari, Susan Scrimaglia, Francesco Esposito, Francesco Campa, et al. "The Determinants of Health-Related Quality of Life in a Sample of Primary School Children: A Cross-Sectional Analysis." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 18, no. 6 (March 21, 2021): 3251. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ijerph18063251.

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Background: Health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in childhood is a multidimensional construct with many sub dimensions of subjective experience, including physical activity (PA), psychological well-being, social interaction, and school performance, that represents a fundamental health outcome to assess a child’s physical and psycho-social functioning. Our study aims to explore the potential predictors of children’s health-related quality of life, using a convenience sample from the Imola Active Break Study (I-MOVE), considering demographic, anthropometric measures, PA level measured by Actigraph accelerometers, parent-reported/self-reported HRQoL, and body image. Methods: A cross-sectional analysis was conducted among 151 primary school children in Italy. HRQoL was assessed using the Italian version 4.0 of the Paediatric Quality of Life (PedsQL) questionnaire. Results: Children who spent more time partaking in moderate PA were associated with a higher total PedsQL score (p < 0.03). Mother’s body mass index (BMI) was the only variable statistically significant associated with the physical health domain of PedsQL. Parent’s proxy-report perception concerning children’s psychosocial health was statistically relevant. The children’s gender, age, and BMI had no association with any of the HRQoL outcomes. Discussion: Parent proxy-report psychosocial health and mother’s BMI should be considered as predictors of HRQoL for the psychosocial and physical domain. PA should be implemented in order to improve the HRQoL of primary school children.

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Petisco-Rodríguez, Cristina, Laura C. Sánchez-Sánchez, Rubén Fernández-García, Javier Sánchez-Sánchez, and José Manuel García-Montes. "Disordered Eating Attitudes, Anxiety, Self-Esteem and Perfectionism in Young Athletes and Non-Athletes." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 17, no. 18 (September 16, 2020): 6754. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ijerph17186754.

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Eating disorders are associated with short and long-term consequences that can affect sports performance. The purposes of this study were to investigate whether female athletes, particularly gymnasts and footballers, exhibit more eating problems compared to female non-athletes, and to identify individual personality characteristics including anxiety, self-esteem, and perfectionism as possible contributors to eating disorder risk. In a sample of 120 participants, 80 adolescent female athletes were compared to a control condition of 40 non-athletes (mean age 17.2 ± 2.82). Participants responded to a questionnaire package to investigate the presence of disordered eating (SCOFF) and psychological variables in relation to disordered eating symptoms or eating disorder status. Subsequently, anthropometric measures were obtained individually by trained staff. There were statistically significant differences between conditions. One of the most important results was the score in SCOFF (Mann–Whitney = 604, p < 0.05; Cohen’s d = 0.52, r = 0.25), being higher in control than in the gymnast condition. These results suggest that non-athlete female adolescents show more disturbed eating behaviours and thoughts than female adolescents from aesthetic sport modalities and, therefore, may have an enhanced risk of developing clinical eating disorders.

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Musacchio, Estella, Pierluigi Binotto, Egle Perissinotto, Giuseppe Sergi, Sabina Zambon, Maria-Chiara Corti, Anna-Chiara Frigo, and Leonardo Sartori. "Tooth retention predicts good physical performance in older adults." PLOS ONE 16, no. 9 (September 20, 2021): e0255741. http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0255741.

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Background Oral health is closely related to both physical and psychological well-being, as it enables individuals to eat, speak, and socialize. The number of teeth is the most used indicator of oral health. Several reports document a relationship of dental status with a variety of indicators of general health but longitudinal studies employing standardized physical performance tests are infrequent in the scientific literature. Subjects and methods The Italian elderly participating in the Pro.V.A. longitudinal Study (3099 subjects aged 65+ at baseline, 2196 at the 5-year follow-up 1 and 1641 at the 7-year follow- up 2) underwent detailed interview and extensive clinical and instrumental examination that included validated physical performance measures. Participants were classified into 4 groups according to the number of remaining teeth: 0, 1–7, 8–19, and 20+. To explore the association of the number of remaining teeth with physical function and disability, we performed logistic regression analyses with models progressively adjusted for a wide number of covariates, namely anthropometric (gender, age, BMI), comorbidity (cardio-vascular, osteoarticular, and neurological diseases including depression), muscle strength (assessed for upper and lower limbs), lifestyle (smoking status, alcohol use, leisure time activities) and socioeconomical status (education, income, marital status, loneliness). Results Dental status correlated with most comorbidities, lifestyle, and socio-economic variables at the univariate analysis at baseline and at follow-ups. A good dental status was significantly associated with better physical functioning and lower disability. The presence of 20+ teeth resulted significantly protective (reference group: 0 teeth) versus mobility-related disability (OR = 0.67), disability (OR = 0.54) and inability to perform heavy duties (OR = 0.62), at follow up 1 and low physical performance score (OR = 0.59) at follow up 2. Conversely, the detrimental effect of edentulism, explored in subjects with or without dentures, was present but not as straightforward. Conclusion. The assessment of a geriatric patient should include an oral evaluation as a good dental status is a crucial component of successful aging.

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Pippi, Roberto, Vittorio Bini, Elisa Reginato, Cristina Aiello, and Carmine Fanelli. "Are three months multidisciplinary lifestyle intervention enough to get benefits on blood pressure in overweight/obese adults ?" Physical Activity Review 9, no. 1 (2021): 40–53. http://dx.doi.org/10.16926/par.2021.09.06.

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The aim of the study is to determine the effects of a multidisciplinary lifestyle intervention (including a short period of physical exercise) on some health-related variables, particularly on blood pressure, in an overweight/obese adult group. The main outcome was blood pressure lowering. The study involved 378 subjects affected by obesity or type 2 diabetes. The intervention included exercise, nutrition and psychological aspects. Before and after the intervention, several anthropometrics, cardiovascular risk related measures (height, body weight, body mass index, waist circumference, body composition and WHTR index) and physical exercise measures (aerobic capacity, flexibility and dynamic muscle strength) were evaluated through fitness tests. We observed a significant reduction in: blood pressure values, body weight, BMI, waist circumference, WHTR, fat mass and an improvement of fat free mass and physical exercise measures. The C.U.R.I.A.Mo. multidisciplinary approach is effective for reducing blood pressure, after relatively few exercise sessions (three weeks), particularly in patients with hypertension. The intervention can ameliorate the health status and physical performance in the short term, in normotensive and hypertensive adult subjects with overweight/obesity.

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Vaulerin, Jérôme, Frédéric Chorin, Mélanie Emile, Fabienne d’Arripe-Longueville, and Serge S. Colson. "Ankle Sprains Risk Factors in a Sample of French Firefighters: A Preliminary Prospective Study." Journal of Sport Rehabilitation 29, no. 5 (July 1, 2020): 608–15. http://dx.doi.org/10.1123/jsr.2018-0284.

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Context: Firefighters participating in mandatory physical exercise sessions are exposed to a high risk of ankle sprain injury. Although both physiological and psychological risk factors have been identified, few prospective studies considered the complex interaction of these factors in firefighters. Objective: To prospectively determine whether intrinsic physical risk factors and work-related environments predict ankle sprains occurring during on-duty physical exercise in firefighters during an 8-month follow-up period. Design: Prospective. Setting: Fire Department and Rescue Service. Participants: Thirty-nine firefighters were selected based on convenience sampling. Intervention: Participants performed physical tests and completed questionnaires. Main Outcome Measures: Lower Quarter Y-Balance Test, Weight-Bearing Lunge Test, anthropometric measures, postural stability, chronic ankle instability (Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool) scores, previous injuries, and perceived psychosocial work environment (Copenhagen Psychosocial Questionnaire [COPSOQ]). Results: During the follow-up, 9 firefighters sustained an injury. Lower Quarter Y-Balance Test and Weight-Bearing Lunge Test performances, Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool scores, history of previous ankle sprain, and specific dimensions of the COPSOQ significantly differed between injured and uninjured firefighters. Lower-limbs asymmetries of the Lower Quarter Y-Balance Test (ie, anterior, posteromedial, and posterolateral directions) and the Weight-Bearing Lunge Test were predictors of ankle sprains. Conclusions: These findings originally provide evidence that intrinsic factors mainly contribute to ankle sprains, although psychosocial work environment assessment could also characterize firefighters at risk.

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Paravlic, Armin H., Bostjan Simunic, Sasa Pisot, Matej Kleva, Kaja Teraz, Matjaz Vogrin, Uros Marusic, and Rado Pisot. "Lower-Limb Muscle Contractile Properties, Explosive Power and the Subjective Response of Elite Soccer Players to the COVID-19 Lockdown." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 19, no. 1 (January 1, 2022): 474. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ijerph19010474.

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The present study examined the effects of the lockdown period on basic anthropometric measures, countermovement jumping performance, skeletal muscle contractile properties derived from tensiomyography (TMG), injury incidence, and self-assessed general well-being in elite soccer players. A total of 266 players were assessed before (PRE) and 32 players were reassessed 11 days after (POST) the COVID-19 period. Significant changes in the TMG parameters were observed POST compared to PRE: contraction time (Tc) increased from 6% to 50% in vastus lateralis [VL] (p = 0.009) and biceps femoris [BF] (p < 0.001), respectively; whereas radial displacement (Dm) increased for 19% in BF (p = 0.036) and 17% in VL (p < 0.001), respectively. Jumping performance remained unchanged from PRE to POST In addition, athletes rated the lockdown period as a positive event and felt psychologically better during the lockdown, primarily because they spent more time with family members and friends. Although there were no differences in any of the variables describing lower limb muscle power following the two-month lockdown, the altered contractile properties of the assessed muscles suggest suboptimal conditioning of the football players.

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Daniel, José Francisco, Paulo Cesar Montagner, Carlos Roberto Padovani, and João Paulo Borin. "TECHNIQUES AND TACTICS IN BASKETBALL ACCORDING TO THE INTENSITY IN OFFICIAL MATCHES." Revista Brasileira de Medicina do Esporte 23, no. 4 (August 2017): 300–303. http://dx.doi.org/10.1590/1517-869220172304167577.

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ABSTRACT Introduction: Basketball is characterized as an intermittent sport in which currently stand out the highest intensity in which the actions occur, demanding for sport performance the optimum and homogeneous development of physical, technical, tactical, psychological and intellectual components. In this sense, the understanding of the game according to the technical and tactical actions performed and the knowledge of body’s responses are important for planning, monitoring and control of the training. Objective: The aim of this study was to describe the intensity of basketball tactical actions and the relationships between technical actions and intensity during the different game periods (GP). Methods: Ten athletes of the Brazilian male basketball elite participated in this study (27.60±5.54 years, 192.62±7.63 cm, 91.60±11.51 kg, 10.66±4.11% of body fat) in six official matches of the National Basketball League (LNB, Brazil). Anthropometric measures and motor tests were performed and tactical (defensive, offensive and transition), technical [shares number (SN) and efficiency ratio (ER)] and physical actions [percentage of lactate threshold heart rate (%HRthr)] were correlated. Spearman’s correlation coefficient was used between SN, ER and %HRthr. Results: The main results point to: (1) positive and significant relationship (except the 4th GP) between SN, ER and %HRthr; (2) tactical actions presented HR near the lactate threshold, being apparently the highest median for the transitions (107.4%HRthr). Conclusion: The game is intense, with moments of HRpeak, but the median is slightly above of HRthr, that it is where the best relationship between SN and ER occurs.

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Tuesta, Marcelo, Cristian Alvarez, Oneglio Pedemonte, Oscar F. Araneda, Pablo Manríquez-Villarroel, Paulina Berthelon, and Alvaro Reyes. "Average and Interindividual Effects to a Comprehensive Cardiovascular Rehabilitation Program." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 20, no. 1 (December 24, 2022): 261. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ijerph20010261.

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Background: To describe the average effects and the interindividual variability after a comprehensive outpatient cardiovascular rehabilitation (CCR) program using concurrent exercise training prescribed according to cardiovascular risk stratification on cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF), anthropometric/body composition, quality of life and emotional health in patients of four cardiovascular disease profiles. Methods: CRF, anthropometric/body composition, quality of life, and emotional health were measured before and after a CCR and analyzed in heart valve surgery (HVS), heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF), post-acute myocardial infarction (post-AMI), and in coronary artery disease (CAD) patients. Twenty, twenty-four, and thirty-two exercise sessions were prescribed according to mild, moderate, and severe baseline cardiovascular risk, respectively. In addition to concurrent exercise training, nutritional counseling, psychological support, and lifestyle education programs were performed. Results: The main outcomes by delta changes comparisons (Δ) revealed no significant differences at anthropometric/body composition as ΔBody fat decreases (HVS Δ−1.1, HFrEF Δ−1.0, post-AMI Δ−1.4, CAD Δ−1.2 kg) and ΔSkeletal muscle mass increases (HVS Δ+1.4, HFrEF Δ+0.8, post-AMI Δ+0.9, CAD Δ+0.9 kg), and CRF performance as ΔVO2peak increases (HVS Δ+4.3, HFrEF Δ+4.8, post-AMI Δ+4.1, CAD Δ+5.1 mL/kg/min) outcomes among HVS, HFrEF, post-AMI, and CAD (p > 0.05). Secondary outcomes showed significant pre-post delta changes in METs (HVS Δ+1.8, HFrEF Δ+0.7, post-AMI Δ+1.4, CAD Δ+1.4), and maximal O2pulse (HVS Δ+3.1, post-AMI Δ+2.1, CAD Δ+1.9). In addition, quality of life had a significant improvement in physical functioning (HVS Δ+17.0, HFrEF Δ+12.1, post-AMI Δ+9.8, CAD Δ+11.2), physical role (HVS Δ+28.4, HFrEF Δ+26.8, post-AMI Δ+25.6, CAD Δ+25.3), vitality (HVS Δ+18.4, HFrEF Δ+14.3, post-AMI Δ+14.2, CAD Δ+10.6) and social functioning (HVS Δ+20.4, HFrEF Δ+25.3, post-AMI Δ+20.4, CAD Δ+14.8) in all cardiovascular disease. For anxiety (HVS Δ−3.6, HFrEF Δ−2.3, post-AMI Δ−3.0, CAD Δ−3.1) and depression (HVS Δ−2.8, HFrEF Δ−3.4, post-AMI Δ−3.2, CAD Δ−2.3) significant changes were also observed. Conclusions: A CCR program that prescribes the number of exercise sessions using a cardiovascular risk stratification improves CRF, QoL, and emotional health, and the average results show a wide interindividual variability (~25% of non-responders) in this sample of four CVD profile of patients.

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Kurz, Eduard, Hendrik Bloch, Ines Buchholz, Dirk Maier, Arthur Praetorius, Sebastian Seyler, Susanne Standtke, and Leonard Achenbach. "Assessment of return to play after an acute shoulder injury: protocol for an explorative prospective observational German multicentre study." BMJ Open 13, no. 2 (February 2023): e067073. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2022-067073.

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IntroductionTo date, there is no valid single test or battery of tests for informing return-to-play (RTP) decisions following an acute shoulder injury. The purpose of this exploratory study is to evaluate a diagnostic test battery based on a Delphi consensus at the time of unrestricted return to team training after acute shoulder injury.Methods and analysisData for this prospective multicentre cohort study are collected at two measurement time points: when the respective physician clears the patient for RTP (t1) and 12 months after RTP (t2). The study participants are 18–35 years old athletes participating at a professional level in the following team sports: handball, basketball, ice hockey, soccer, volleyball and American football. Maximum comparability will be ensured via uninjured matched pair teammates. To assess the subjective assessment of shoulder functioning and the athlete’s readiness to RTP, patient-reported outcome measures (Western Ontario Shoulder Instability Index, Quick-Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand, Psychological Readiness of Injured Athlete to Return to Sport and Shoulder Instability-Return to Sport after Injury) will be completed. After a medical check-up with a range of motion and anthropometric measurements as well as clinical tests, the participants will perform a structured warm-up protocol. The functional tests comprise handgrip strength, upper quarter Y-balance test, isometric strength, closed kinetic chain upper extremity stability test, wall hop test, functional throwing performance index and the unilateral seated shot put test and isokinetic tests.Ethics and disseminationThe results of this study will be disseminated through peer-reviewed publications and scientific presentations at national and international conferences. Ethical approval was obtained through the Institutional Review Board of Martin-Luther-University Halle-Wittenberg (reference number: 2022–016).Trial registration numberDRKS00028265.

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Garimella, Raman, Thomas Peeters, Eduardo Parrilla, Jordi Uriel, Seppe Sels, Toon Huysmans, and Stijn Verwulgen. "Estimating Cycling Aerodynamic Performance Using Anthropometric Measures." Applied Sciences 10, no. 23 (December 2, 2020): 8635. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/app10238635.

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Aerodynamic drag force and projected frontal area (A) are commonly used indicators of aerodynamic cycling efficiency. This study investigated the accuracy of estimating these quantities using easy-to-acquire anthropometric and pose measures. In the first part, computational fluid dynamics (CFD) drag force calculations and A (m2) values from photogrammetry methods were compared using predicted 3D cycling models for 10 male amateur cyclists. The shape of the 3D models was predicted using anthropometric measures. Subsequently, the models were reposed from a standing to a cycling pose using joint angle data from an optical motion capture (mocap) system. In the second part, a linear regression analysis was performed to predict A using 26 anthropometric measures combined with joint angle data from two sources (optical and inertial mocap, separately). Drag calculations were strongly correlated with benchmark projected frontal area (coefficient of determination R2 = 0.72). A can accurately be predicted using anthropometric data and joint angles from optical mocap (root mean square error (RMSE) = 0.037 m2) or inertial mocap (RMSE = 0.032 m2). This study showed that aerodynamic efficiency can be predicted using anthropometric and joint angle data from commercially available, inexpensive posture tracking methods. The practical relevance for cyclists is to quantify and train posture during cycling for improving aerodynamic efficiency and hence performance.

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Martínez-Rodríguez, Alejandro, Marcelo Peñaranda-Moraga, Manuel Vicente-Martínez, Miguel Martínez-Moreno, Bernardo J. Cuestas-Calero, Jorge Soler-Durá, Rodrigo Yáñez-Sepúlveda, and Antonio Jesús Muñoz-Villena. "Relationship between Anthropometric Measures and Anxiety Perception in Soccer Players." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 19, no. 15 (July 22, 2022): 8898. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ijerph19158898.

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In the sports context, it has been corroborated that the physical demands of presenting an “ideal” body configuration have been associated with different psychological variables, such as self-esteem, anxiety and personality dimensions, such as perfectionism. Specifically, there is evidence that anthropometric measures may be closely related to psychological indicators. A total of 33 male soccer players (18.12 ± 1.24 years) participated in the investigation. Anthropometric assessments were carried out following the ISAK standards for the restricted profile. All of them completed the Competitive Trait Anxiety Inventory (CTAI-2D) in its Spanish version. The percent fat was calculated using Withers (density) and Siri equations. The ∑7 skinfolds were used to calculate this. After statistical analysis, significant mean differences were observed in the somatic anxiety dimension (valence) and a medium–large effect size. Regarding correlations, the significantly negative relationship between self-confidence (intentionality) and somatic anxiety (valence) was noteworthy. The relationship between psychological variables and anthropometric measurements was corroborated, showing the need for interdisciplinary work between psychologists and nutritionists who do not ignore the physical health and psychological well-being of the soccer player.

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Sobhani, Vahid, Mohammadjavad Rostamizadeh, Seyed Morteza Hosseini, Seyed Ebrahim Hashemi, Ignacio Refoyo Román, and Daniel Mon-López. "Anthropometric, Physiological, and Psychological Variables That Determine the Elite Pistol Performance of Women." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 19, no. 3 (January 19, 2022): 1102. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ijerph19031102.

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Shooting is a high-precision sport that depends on many factors to achieve high performance levels. The main objective of this study was to analyze the differences in anthropometric, physiological, and psychological variables by sport level in women air-pistol shooters. Fifteen female pistol shooters, including seven elite national shooters of Iran and eight non-elite shooters, participated in this study. Analyzed variables were grouped into three sections: anthropometric, physiological, and psychological. Anthropometric variables included: height, weight, body mass index, length of leg, arm span, and proportions between variables. Physiological tests include resting heart rate, static and dynamic balance, flexibility, and upper body strength. Additionally, psychological questionnaires of SMS-6 sport motivation, TSCI trait sport-confidence and SSCI state sport-confidence, ACSI-28 athletic coping skills, and SAS sport anxiety scale were used. The Shapiro–Wilks test and independent t-test were used to analyze the data. Effect size and test reliability were calculated using Cohen’s d and Cronbach’s alpha, respectively. Our results showed that elite shooters have higher values of dynamic balance (Y-test), upper body strength (sit-ups), and intrinsic motivation, and lower resting heart rate than non-elite. However, no differences were found in the anthropometric variables, nor in anxiety or coping skills. We conclude that physiological and psychological workouts should be included in the shooters’ training programs to improve their performance.

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Chimes, Gary P., Gerard A. Malanga, and Thomas Agesen. "Relationship Between Throwing Performance And Anthropometric Measures In Adult Females." Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise 37, Supplement (May 2005): S306. http://dx.doi.org/10.1249/00005768-200505001-01595.

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Chimes, Gary P., Gerard A. Malanga, and Thomas Agesen. "Relationship Between Throwing Performance And Anthropometric Measures In Adult Females." Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise 37, Supplement (May 2005): S306. http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/00005768-200505001-01595.

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Giudicelli, Bruno B., Leonardo G. O. Luz, Mustafa Sogut, Hugo Sarmento, Alain G. Massart, Arnaldo C. Júnior, Adam Field, and António J. Figueiredo. "Chronological Age, Somatic Maturation and Anthropometric Measures: Association with Physical Performance of Young Male Judo Athletes." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 18, no. 12 (June 13, 2021): 6410. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ijerph18126410.

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Sport for children and adolescents must consider growth and maturation to ensure suitable training and competition, and anthropometric variables could be used as bio-banding strategies in youth sport. This investigation aimed to analyze the association between chronological age, biologic maturation, and anthropometric characteristics to explain physical performance of young judo athletes. Sixty-seven judokas (11.0–14.7 years) were assessed for anthropometric and physical performance. Predicted adult stature was used as a somatic maturation indicator. A Pearson’s bivariate correlation was performed to define which anthropometric variables were associated with each physical test. A multiple linear hierarchical regression was conducted to verify the effects of age, maturity, and anthropometry on physical performance. The regression models were built with age, predicted adult stature, and the three most significantly correlated anthropometric variables for each physical test. Older judokas performed better in most of the physical tests. However, maturation attenuated the age effect in most variables and significantly affected upper body and handgrip strength. Anthropometric variables attenuated age and maturity and those associated with body composition significantly affected the performance in most tests, suggesting a potential as bio-banding strategies. Future studies should investigate the role of anthropometric variables on the maturity effect in young judokas.

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Marginson, David, Laurie McAulay, Melvin Roush, and Tony van Zijl. "Examining a positive psychological role for performance measures." Management Accounting Research 25, no. 1 (March 2014): 63–75. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.mar.2013.10.002.

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Hartmann, Ellen, Tor Sunde, Wenche Kristensen, and Monica Martinussen. "Psychological Measures As Predictors of Military Training Performance." Journal of Personality Assessment 80, no. 1 (February 2003): 87–98. http://dx.doi.org/10.1207/s15327752jpa8001_17.

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Zaccagni, Luciana, Barbara Lunghi, Davide Barbieri, Natascia Rinaldo, Sasa Missoni, Tena Šaric, Jelena Šarac, et al. "Performance prediction models based on anthropometric, genetic and psychological traits of Croatian sprinters." Biology of Sport 36, no. 1 (2019): 17–23. http://dx.doi.org/10.5114/biolsport.2018.78901.

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Grieve, K. W. "Subclinical Undernutrition and Development: A Psychological Perspective." South African Journal of Psychology 18, no. 2 (June 1988): 61–63. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/008124638801800205.

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In investigating the effects of chronic, subclinical undernutrition on psychological development, 87 coloured preschool children were classified as undernourished or well nourished on the basis of anthropometric measures, dietary intake and maternal stature, and a comparison was made of their scores on the Revised Denver Developmental Screening Test. An assessment of each child's developmental history, the nature of the caregiver—child interaction, and the home and social environment, was made. Significant differences were found between the two nutritional groups regarding language development only, and the explanation is believed to be social rather than physiological. It was concluded from the analysis that this form of undernutrition does not have a large direct impact on development separate from the influence of environmental factors.

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Frykman, Peter N., Stephen A. Foulis, Jan E. Redmond, Bradley J. Warr, Jay R. Hydren, Edward J. Zambraski, and Marilyn A. Sharp. "Predicting Load Carriage Performance Using Physical Fitness and Anthropometric Measures in Soldiers." Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise 49, no. 5S (May 2017): 335. http://dx.doi.org/10.1249/01.mss.0000517790.48168.32.

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Zambudio, AC, FC Ramírez, AL Vivancos, A. Del Águila, PJM Pardo, and P. Jiménez-Reyes. "OC7 Relationships between anthropometric measures and strength performance in young soccer players." British Journal of Sports Medicine 48, Suppl 3 (June 2014): A2.4—A3. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/bjsports-2014-094245.7.

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Houts, Carrie R., and Michael C. Edwards. "The Performance of Local Dependence Measures With Psychological Data." Applied Psychological Measurement 37, no. 7 (July 29, 2013): 541–62. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0146621613491456.

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Krombholz, Dirk, Luca Daniel, Peter Leinen, Thomas Muehlbauer, and Stefan Panzer. "The Role of Anthropometric Parameters on Single-Leg Balance Performance in Young Sub-Elite Soccer Players." Journal of Motor Learning and Development 8, no. 3 (December 1, 2020): 589–97. http://dx.doi.org/10.1123/jmld.2020-0004.

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The main purpose of this study was to determine the covariation of anthropometric parameters and the center of pressure (CoP) of young soccer players. Sub-elite young male players between 16 and 17 years (N = 42) were instructed to perform single-leg balance tasks under different conditions: static and dynamic balance on firm and foam ground. Single-leg balance was measured with a Kistler force plate. The measures of postural control were the CoP displacement in anterior-posterior and medio-lateral directions. Further, the following anthropometric variables were assessed: body height, body weight, foot length, and foot width. Results indicated only two small-sized correlations between body height/weight and the CoP measures. The covariation between body height, body weight, and the CoP measures for the single-leg stance in young male sub-elite soccer players was less than 10%.

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García-Giménez, Alejandro, Francisco Pradas de la Fuente, Carlos Castellar Otín, and Luis Carrasco Páez. "Performance Outcome Measures in Padel: A Scoping Review." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 19, no. 7 (April 6, 2022): 4395. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ijerph19074395.

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Padel is a modern doubles racket sport which has become popular around the world in the last decades. There has been an increase in the quantity of scientific research about this sport in the last years. Therefore, the main objective of this scoping review is to provide an updated contextualization of research regarding padel. PRISMA ScR was used in order to search for articles fulfilling the inclusion criteria in five fields of interest: the anthropometric profile, physiology and physical performance, biomechanics, the epidemiology of injuries, and match analyses Seventy-seven records were included in the study. Padel is an emerging sport both in sport and research terms. This scoping review provides coaches and researchers with all the knowledge available in the five fields of interest. Furthermore, this study enables them to make a map of the current state of the research about padel, and it opens up doors to future investigations.

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Alsharif, Farah J., and Yara A. Almuhtadi. "The Effect of Curcumin Supplementation on Anthropometric Measures among Overweight or Obese Adults." Nutrients 13, no. 2 (February 20, 2021): 680. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/nu13020680.

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Over the past decades, the worldwide prevalence of obesity has dramatically increased, thus posing a serious public health threat. Obesity is associated with the development of comorbid conditions and psychological disorders. Several lifestyle interventions have been proposed to tackle obesity; however, long-term maintenance of these interventions often proves challenging. In addition, among the different types of diets there is still a debate about the optimal macronutrient composition that will achieve the best results in weight loss. Recently, several commonly used spices such as pepper, ginger, and curcumin have been shown to play a beneficial role in obesity management. Therefore, exploring the effects of certain herbs or dietary spices on obesity may be promising. Among these spices, curcumin, which is the primary component of the spice turmeric, has gained great interest for its multiple health benefits. Several randomized controlled trials have investigated the potential favorable effects of curcumin supplementation on anthropometric measures. The aim of this review is to evaluate the effect of curcumin supplementation on the anthropometric indices among overweight or obese adults.

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Salameeh, Hameed, Maha Jarad, Ali Alqadomi, and Motasim Abualia. "Contribution of selected anthropometric, physical and physiological measures in running 1500 meter performance among male physical education majors." مجلة جامعة فلسطين التقنية للأبحاث 7, no. 1 (March 24, 2019): 24–39. http://dx.doi.org/10.53671/pturj.v7i1.70.

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The purpose of this study was to investigate the contribution of some anthropometric and physical measurements in the performance in running 1500 meter performance among male physical education majors. To achieve that, the study was conducted on a random sample that consisted of (50) students, their mean age was (19.22) years. The researcher used the descriptive approach in its method "correlational study" for its suitability to the study targets. Anthropometric measurements included the (lengths, circumferences), The physical measurements consisted of (mile run, , 200m sprint, push up (10) s, sit up (10) s, five hops test, vertical jump , and Cooper test- 12 minutes run,). The physiological variables included ( resting pulse rate, systolic and diastolic blood pressures during rest, pulse after effort, systolic and diastolic blood pressures after effort and maximal oxygen uptake VO2 max). SPSS program was used in data analysis. The results of stepwise regression revealed that the the anthropometric measurements of abdomen circumference contributed in explaining (18.6%) of the performance. Also, the physical measurements of mile run and 200m sprint contributed in explaining (89 %) of the performance. Finally, the physiological measurements of VO2 max explained (39.7 %) of 1500m running performance. Based on the study finding the researchers recommend the need to construct norms of anthropometric and physical measurements for PE students, athletic elites in the universities and national athletes in track and field events. These norms could be used as reference values for selecting athletes, evaluating the achievement of PE students and the acceptance of students in physical education departments at the Palestinian universities.

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Salameeh, Hameed, Maha Jarad, Ali Alqadomi, and Motasim Abualia. "Contribution of selected anthropometric, physical and physiological measures in running 1500 meter performance among male physical education majors." مجلة جامعة فلسطين التقنية خضوري للأبحاث 7, no. 1 (March 24, 2019): 24–39. http://dx.doi.org/10.53671/ptukrj.v7i1.70.

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The purpose of this study was to investigate the contribution of some anthropometric and physical measurements in the performance in running 1500 meter performance among male physical education majors. To achieve that, the study was conducted on a random sample that consisted of (50) students, their mean age was (19.22) years. The researcher used the descriptive approach in its method "correlational study" for its suitability to the study targets. Anthropometric measurements included the (lengths, circumferences), The physical measurements consisted of (mile run, , 200m sprint, push up (10) s, sit up (10) s, five hops test, vertical jump , and Cooper test- 12 minutes run,). The physiological variables included ( resting pulse rate, systolic and diastolic blood pressures during rest, pulse after effort, systolic and diastolic blood pressures after effort and maximal oxygen uptake VO2 max). SPSS program was used in data analysis. The results of stepwise regression revealed that the the anthropometric measurements of abdomen circumference contributed in explaining (18.6%) of the performance. Also, the physical measurements of mile run and 200m sprint contributed in explaining (89 %) of the performance. Finally, the physiological measurements of VO2 max explained (39.7 %) of 1500m running performance. Based on the study finding the researchers recommend the need to construct norms of anthropometric and physical measurements for PE students, athletic elites in the universities and national athletes in track and field events. These norms could be used as reference values for selecting athletes, evaluating the achievement of PE students and the acceptance of students in physical education departments at the Palestinian universities.

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Mangine, Gerald T., Jay R. Hoffman, Maren S. Fragala, Jose Vazquez, Matthew C. Krause, Javair Gillett, and Napoleon Pichardo. "Effect of Age on Anthropometric and Physical Performance Measures in Professional Baseball Players." Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research 27, no. 2 (February 2013): 375–81. http://dx.doi.org/10.1519/jsc.0b013e31825753cb.

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Redmond, Jan, Bruce Cohen, Stephen Foulis, Marilyn A. Sharp, and Peter Frykman. "The relationship between anthropometric measures and common occupational task performance of female soldiers." Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport 20 (November 2017): S116. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jsams.2017.09.424.

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Fox, Benjamin, Timothy Henwood, Christine Neville, and Justin Keogh. "Relative and absolute reliability of functional performance measures for adults with dementia living in residential aged care." International Psychogeriatrics 26, no. 10 (July 3, 2014): 1659–67. http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/s1041610214001124.

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ABSTRACTBackground:This pilot investigation aimed to assess the relative and absolute test–retest reliability of commonly used functional performance measures in older adults with dementia residing in residential aged care facilities.Methods:A total of 12 participants were tested on the Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB), the Balance Outcome Measure for Elder Rehab (BOOMER), hand grip strength, anthropometric measures and Bio-electric Impedance Analysis (BIA). This study utilized a seven-day test–retest evaluation. Intra-class Correlation Coefficients (ICC) were used to assess relative reliability, Typical Error of Measurement (TEM) was used to assess the absolute reliability, and Bland–Altman plots were used to assess group and individual levels of agreement.Results:With the exception of Standing Balance (ICC = 0.49), 2.4-m walk (ICC = 0.68), functional reach (ICC = 0.38), and static timed standing (ICC = 0.47), all measures demonstrated acceptable (>0.71) ICCs. However, only the anthropometric measures demonstrated acceptable levels of absolute reliability (>10% TEM). Bland–Altman analysis showed non-significant (p > 0.05) mean differences, and eight out of the 17 measures showing wide Limits of Agreement (LoA).Conclusions:Current measures of functional performance are demonstrably inappropriate for use with a population of older adults with dementia. Authors suggest aligning current measurement strategies with Item Response Theory as a way forward.

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Someren, Ken Van, and Garry S. Palmer. "Prediction of 200-m Sprint Kayaking Performance." Canadian Journal of Applied Physiology 28, no. 4 (August 1, 2003): 505–17. http://dx.doi.org/10.1139/h03-039.

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The aim of this study was to determine the anthropometric and physiological profile of 200-m sprint kayakers and to examine relationships with 200-m race performance. Twenty-six male kayakers who were categorised in two ability groups, international (Int) and national (Nat) level, underwent a battery of anthropometric and physiological tests and a 200-m race. Race time was significantly lower in Int than Nat (39.9 ± 0.8 s and 42.6 ± 0.9 s, respectively). Int demonstrated significantly greater measures of mesomorphy, biepycondylar humeral breadth, circumferences of the upper arm, forearm and chest, peak power and total work in a modified Wingate test, total work in a 2-min ergometry test, peak isokinetic power, and peak isometric force. Significant relationships were found between 200-m time and a number of anthropometric variables and anaerobic and dynamometric parameters. Stepwise multiple regression revealed that total work in the modified Wingate alone predicted 200-m race time (R2 = 0.53, SEE = 1.11 s) for all 26 subjects, while biepycondylar humeral breadth alone predicted race time (R2 = 0.54, SEE = 0.52 s) in Int. These results demonstrate that superior upper body dimensions and anaerobic capacities distinguish international-level kayakers from national-level athletes and may be used to predict 200-m performance. Key words: kayak, laboratory assessment, anthropometry, aerobic, anaerobic

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Martinussen, Monica. "Psychological Measures As Predictors of Pilot Performance: A Meta-Analysis." International Journal of Aviation Psychology 6, no. 1 (January 1996): 1–20. http://dx.doi.org/10.1207/s15327108ijap0601_1.

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Hartmann, Ellen, Tor Sunde, Wenche Kristensen, and Monica Martinussen. "Correction to: “Psychological Measures as Predictors of Military Training Performance”." Journal of Personality Assessment 90, no. 4 (June 25, 2008): 407. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/00223890802165311.

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A. Marinho, Daniel, Henrique P. Neiva, Luis Branquinho, and Ricardo Ferraz. "Determinants of Sports Performance in Young National Level Swimmers: A Correlational Study between Anthropometric Variables, Muscle Strength, and Performance." Sport Mont 19, no. 3 (October 1, 2021): 75–82. http://dx.doi.org/10.26773/smj.211019.

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This study aimed to verify how the anthropometric characteristics and muscle strength levels of young swimmers of both sexes can influence sport performance on 50 m and 400 m freestyle events; 184 swim- mers, aged between 13 and 16 years (mean±standard deviation: 14.64±0.80 years, 1.69±0.08 m height, 58.71±7.87 kg in body weight) participated in the study. The evaluation took place over two days. On Day 1, each subject was assessed with regard to anthropometric measures (i.e., body mass, height, wingspan); subsequently, the wingspan/height index and the body mass index, in addition to that, the strength of the lower and upper limbs were measured. On Day 2, swimming performances in 50m and 400m were evaluated, in the morning and afternoon, respectively. For the analysis of the results, the swimmers were divided into two groups, according to the competitive level (i.e., Group A and B). No anthropometric dif- ferences were found between male swimmers in the A and B Groups. However, female swimmers in Group A showed significant differences (p<0.05) in height and weight that positively affected performance. With regard to muscle strength, male Group A swimmers have a tendency towards higher values, with statistically significant differences in medicine ball throw. Differences in sports performance seem to be related to the biomechanical parameters of swimming, with higher values of the swimming index in male swimmers and gestural frequency in female swimmers. The performance level of young swimmers seems to be determined by anthropometric and muscle strength variables.

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Stanimirovic, Rosanna, and Stephanie Hanrahan. "Psychological Predictors of Job Performance and Career Success in Professional Sport." Sport Science Review 19, no. 1-2 (April 1, 2010): 211–39. http://dx.doi.org/10.2478/v10237-011-0013-z.

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Psychological Predictors of Job Performance and Career Success in Professional Sport The measurement of psychological factors specific to sport has provided sport psychologists with valuable information for performance enhancement interventions. It is necessary, however, to consider that the predictive validity of the measures when related to job performance or career success in professional sport is limited (Humara, 2000). This literature review describes theoretical and empirical evidence related to (a) utility and validity of psychological measures that predict job performance, including general mental ability (GMA), personality, and emotional intelligence (EI); (b) descriptions of the psychological factors affecting successful and unsuccessful performances at major sporting events such as the Olympic Games; (c) examination of the psychological measures related to performance of successful athletes; and (d) an overview of EI as a construct relevant to job performance and career success of athletes. The aim of the literature review is to present evidence for a systematic method of assessment as recommended by Schmidt and Hunter (1998) that includes GMA and appropriate supplementary measures for sport. A method that encourages the existence and/or development of psychological competencies can enhance the professional experience for the athletes and potentially the return on investment for the professional sporting organization.

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Abrahams, Zulfa, Gary Maartens, Naomi Levitt, and Joel Dave. "Anthropometric definitions for antiretroviral-associated lipodystrophy derived from a longitudinal South African cohort with serial dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry measurements." International Journal of STD & AIDS 29, no. 12 (June 26, 2018): 1194–203. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0956462418778649.

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The development of lipodystrophy is associated with the long-term use of antiretroviral therapy (ART). We assessed agreement between patient-reported lipodystrophy and body composition measures using dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) and developed objective measures to define lipoatrophy and lipohypertrophy in black South Africans. One hundred and eighty-seven ART-naïve HIV-infected adults were enrolled in a 24-month longitudinal study. Self-reported information on regional fat loss and fat gain, anthropometry, and DXA measures were collected at baseline, three, six, 12, 18, and 24 months after starting ART. Receiver operating characteristic curves were used to describe the performance of anthropometric variables using change in limb and trunk fat measured by DXA, as the reference standard. The proportion of men and women who developed lipoatrophy and lipohypertrophy increased over the 24-month period, with lipoatrophy occurring more frequently in men (21% versus 10%). In women, lipoatrophy was best determined by thigh skinfold thickness (80.3% correctly classified) and mid-arm circumference (77.6% correctly classified). None of the anthropometric measures performed well for defining lipoatrophy in men. Anthropometric measures performed well for defining lipoatrophy in women, but not lipohypertrophy.

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Engwerda, Ingrid M., Ronnie Lidor, and Marije T. Elferink-Gemser. "Performance characteristics of top-level youth judokas in light- and heavy-weight categories." International Journal of Sports Science & Coaching 15, no. 5-6 (July 28, 2020): 783–92. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1747954120945160.

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Professionals involved in training programs for judokas should have access to evidence-based data on various characteristics of these athletes. In the current study, anthropometric (e.g., body height, body mass), physiological (e.g., power based on vertical jump height, maximal handgrip strength), and psychological (e.g., athletic coping skills) characteristics of judokas were examined. The judokas, aged 16-21, were classified into two groups: 30 light weight (males = 19, females = 11) and 27 heavy weight (males = 13, females = 14). Four MANCOVAs separated by sex were performed on the anthropometric, physiological, and psychological data. A discriminant analysis was also carried out. Results showed that heavy-weight males outscored their lighter peers on body height ( d = 1.88), arm span ( d = 1.88), and maximal handgrip strength. In the females, light-weight judokas outscored their heavier peers on jumping ability ( d = 1.02) and peak power bench press ( d = 1.20). Female heavy-weight judokas had greater body height ( d = 1.46), a longer arm span ( d = 1.35), and higher scores on maximal handgrip strength than light-weight judokas. The discriminant analysis revealed that 87.5% and 84.0% of the original grouped male and female judokas, respectively, were correctly classified. No differences in coping skills or self-regulation of learning between categories were observed. It is recommended that professionals involved in training programs may consider these differences in data when developing training programs for young judokas.

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Wahl-Alexander, Zachary, and Clayton L. Camic. "Impact of COVID-19 on School-Aged Male and Female Health-Related Fitness Markers." Pediatric Exercise Science 33, no. 2 (May 1, 2021): 61–64. http://dx.doi.org/10.1123/pes.2020-0208.

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Purpose: The purpose of this study was to examine the impact of the Coronavirus disease 2019 on male and female anthropometric variables and physical performance. Methods: This study utilized a mixed (time [PRE vs POST], gender [male vs female]) methods design to examine changes in the body mass index and physical fitness performance measures prior to and following closures. Data were collected from 264 third through eighth graders. This sample consisted of 131 males and 133 females. The data was collected through anthropometric (body mass index) and physical performance measures and was analyzed with separate 2 × 2 mixed-factorial analyses of variance (time [PRE, POST] × gender [male, female]). Results: The findings indicated both males and females exhibited mean increases in the body mass index (+10.6%; 18.8–20.8 kg·m−2, P < .001, partial η2 = .627) and decreases in push-ups (−35.6%; 7.3–4.7 repetitions, P < .001, partial η2 = .371), sit-ups (−19.4%; 22.7–18.3 repetitions, P < .001, partial η2 = .420), and the Progressive Aerobic Cardiovascular Endurance Run test (−26.7%; 31.4–22.4 laps, P < .001, partial η2 = .644) scores from PRE to POST. Conclusion: The results of this study demonstrate that both males and females exhibited significant anthropometric and physical performance losses during the Coronavirus disease 2019 shutdown.

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Heaton, Karen, Benjamin J. McManus, Rachael Mumbower, and David E. Vance. "A Pilot Study of Sleep, Work Practices, Visual Processing Speed, and 5-Year Motor Vehicle Crash Risk Among Truck Drivers." Workplace Health & Safety 65, no. 12 (June 16, 2017): 572–79. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/2165079917704448.

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The purpose of this pilot study was to explore the relationships between sleep, work practices, speed of processing, and 5-year motor vehicle crash risk among a group of older truck drivers. Anthropometric, demographic, and psychological data were recorded, along with health, sleep, and work histories from a sample of 23 truck drivers. Results from this pilot study suggest that physical fatigue may play a role in processing speed. Future studies should be designed with adequate power and include objective measures of sleep and repeated measures over time to determine 5-year MVC rates. Implications for occupational health nursing research, practice, and education are presented.

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Sheoran, Mehar, and Hina Vaish. "Thirty second sit-to-stand test performance in community dwelling geriatric population: a correctional study." Revista Pesquisa em Fisioterapia 12 (October 31, 2022): e4600. http://dx.doi.org/10.17267/2238-2704rpf.2022.e4600.

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OBJECTIVE: To find the reference values for the 30-second sit-to-stand test and study the correlation of anthropometric measures with the test in the community-dwelling geriatric Indian population. MATERIAL AND METHODS: 136 individuals aged >60 years were recruited in this cross-sectional observational study. The study was conducted in India. After the initial screening, anthropometric measurements were recorded. Then, the 30-second sit-to-stand test was conducted. RESULTS: Normal decade-wise values for the test were reported to be (mean ± SD): 60-70 years (10.2±3.6), 71-80 years (9.5±3.4), and 81-90 years (8.5±5.2). Age, height, waist circumference, and hip circumference were significantly associated with the 30-second sit-to-stand test values. CONCLUSION: Normal values for the test in the community-dwelling geriatric population were reported to be mean ± SD 10.0±3.7. Anthropometric factors should be taken into consideration when performing the 30-second sit-to-stand test in clinical settings.

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Gorski, Tatiane, Thomas Rosser, Hans Hoppeler, and Michael Vogt. "An Anthropometric and Physical Profile of Young Swiss Alpine Skiers Between 2004 and 2011." International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance 9, no. 1 (January 2014): 108–16. http://dx.doi.org/10.1123/ijspp.2013-0223.

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Purpose:To describe the development of anthropometric and physical characteristics of young Swiss alpine skiers between 2004 and 2011, to compare them between age and performance-level groups, and to identify age- and sex-dependent reference values for the tests performed.Methods:The Swiss-Ski Power Test includes anthropometric measures and physical tests for coordination and speed, strength, anaerobic capacity, and endurance. The authors analyzed the results of 8176 tests performed by 1579 male and 1109 female alpine skiers between 2004 and 2011. Subjects ranged between regional and national level of performance and were grouped according to their competition age groups (U12, 11 y; U14, 12–13 y; U16, 14–15 y; U18, 16–17 y; U21, 18–20 y) and performance level.Results:A progressive increase in anthropometric measures and improvements in tests results with increasing age were found. For all tests, male athletes had better results than female athletes. Minor differences were observed in anthropometric characteristics between 2004 and 2011 (mostly <5%), while results of physical and coordinative tests showed significant improvements (up to more than 50% enhancement) or stability over the years. Differences between higher- and lower-level athletes were more pronounced in tests for lower-limb strength and anaerobic capacity.Conclusions:The presented profile of young Swiss alpine skiers highlights the improvements in different physical aspects along the maturation process and chronologically over a period of 7 y. Furthermore, reference values are provided for comparisons with alpine skiers or athletes from other sports.

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García-Rubio, Javier, Daniel Carreras, Sebastian Feu, Antonio Antunez, and Sergio J. Ibáñez. "Citius, Altius, Fortius; Is It Enough to Achieve Success in Basketball?" International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 17, no. 20 (October 9, 2020): 7355. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ijerph17207355.

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The NBA Draft Combine includes a series of standardized measurements and drills that provide NBA teams with an opportunity to evaluate players. The purpose of this research was to identify the Combine tests that explain draft position and future performance in the NBA rookie season. Variables were selected from the previous categories of anthropometric measurements and strength and agility tests. A regression analysis was carried out. Combine variables, anthropometric and agility/strength variables were analyzed to explore their effect on draft position. Moreover, correlation analyses were performed to identify relationships among: (i) Combine anthropometric and strength and agility measures and game performance through game related statistics; and (ii) the draft position and game performance using Pearson’s correlation coefficients. Results show that the Combine test does not predict draft position, with the exception of hand width and height in frontcourt players, and standard vertical jump and running vertical jump. Future performance indicators were explained by several Combine tests in all players.

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Satır, Benhür, and Filiz Çelikçi Erdoğan. "Comparison of classroom furniture to anthropometric measures of Turkish middle school students." Work 70, no. 2 (October 26, 2021): 493–508. http://dx.doi.org/10.3233/wor-213587.

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BACKGROUND: The match between classroom furniture and students’ anthropometry is an important factor in students’ academic performance. OBJECTIVE: Our aim was to investigate the ergonomic suitability of the classroom furniture to the students, and to propose design suggestions for both desks and chairs. METHODS: We analyzed the ergonomics of classroom furniture that students aged 10–14 years old in Turkey currently use. To this end, we selected Maltepe Primary Education School, one of the largest schools in the Çankaya district of Turkey’s capital city, Ankara, in which to conduct the study. A sample of 119 students was selected, and seven anthropometric measurements were taken for each of these students. We then calculated five relationships between the dimensions of the furniture and the students’ anthropometric measures. RESULTS: We observed high levels of mismatch rates, with an average of 66.6%and high values of over 95%for the relations of two furniture measures, seat depth (related with buttock-popliteal length) and seat-to-desk height (related with elbow height, sitting). Each anthropometric measure was applied a fit probability distribution, and based on those distributions; we suggested the most appropriate classroom furniture dimensions in order to maximize suitability of the furniture to the anthropometric measures in terms of fixed-size (i.e., non-adjustable) classroom furniture. CONCLUSIONS: High mismatch rates can be reduced by 52.0%on average based on the classroom furniture dimensions suggested in this study.

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