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Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport Syndrome in Division III Swimmers
No full textBackground. Due to the intensity of the sport of swimming and the demand for cardiovascular endurance, swimmers are suspected to be at an increased risk for relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-S) syndrome. Currently, no literature exists on the prevalence of RED-S syndrome in Division III swimmers. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to determine the frequency of RED-S syndrome in Division III swimmers during the official swim season as well as determine if there is a difference in RST scores between swim specialties. Methods. Swimmers competing within the Old Dominion Athletic Conference (50 females and 36 males) participated in the study by completing the RED-S specific screening tool (RST). The screening tool allowed us to determine which athletes were most at risk for acquiring RED-S syndrome. Participants self-reported weight, height, age, swim specialty/event type and then we calculated body mass index (BMI). Results. The average RST score for females was 269.27 and for males was 175.5. We found no significant difference in RST scores between swim specialty groups for females (F2,53 = 2.842, P = .067, η2 = .097) or males (F2,27 = 1.553, P = .230, η2 = .103). Conclusions. Our findings suggest that there is no significant difference in risk of RED-S syndrome based on event specialization for women or men. On each of their prospective scales, our findings suggest that the average risk for RED-S in men’s and women’s swimmers was at a medium risk level. This study provides knowledge that can be used by researchers when designing an educational program for RED-S syndrome
Theatrical Design: From Creation through Implementation
No full textMy presentation is made to showcase various theatrical undertakings throughout my academic journey within the University of Lynchburg development of Theatre and its productions. These creations are select projects performed within my roles of scenic painter, props artisan, and assistant technical director within the theatre department scene shop
HOME-BASED EXERCISE PROGRAM IN OLDER ADULTS IMPROVING SLEEP QUALITY AND COGNITIVE FUNCTION.
No full textAging is associated with poor sleep quality and reduced cognitive function along with increased sedentary time, incorporating regular exercise may reverse these effects. However, travel and cost are often barriers to older adults engaging in regular exercise. The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of home-based exercise programming on improving the sleep quality and cognitive function of independent-living older adults. Older adults were recruited from area community centers to participate for 8-weeks in the home-based University of Lynchburg Active Aging Program (ULAAP). Endurance, strength, and balance exercises were prescribed using National Institute of Aging’s Exercise & Physical Activity Guidelines and ULAAP’s target: 150-minutes of weekly endurance, 2 days of 8 strength, and 8 balance exercises every week. Participants reported weekly progress to the research team. Physical activity (MET) and sedentary time (TSED) was assessed pre and post with the International Physical Activity Questionnaire. Sleep quality was assessed with the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), along with total sleep time (TST), sleep efficiency (SE), and cognitive function with the Montreal Cognitive Assessment version 7.2 (MOCA). 54 participants (Age = 69.9 ± 7.1 years) completed 88% of scheduled sessions over the 8-week program. We analyzed the effect of pre MOCA score amongst our variables and found no difference between the none (26 or more), mild (18-25), moderate (10-17) cognitive impairment groups. The 8-week home- based exercise program decreased sedentary time and increased METS per week while increasing quality of sleep, sleep efficiency, total sleep time and having no effect on cognitive function
The Efficacy of Finerenone in Lowering the Risk of Cardiovascular Mortality and CKD Progression
No full textRevolutionizing Recovery: Innovative Therapies Transforming Stroke Rehabilitation and Recovery
No full textDo Not Fear the Referral: Normalizing Integration of Palliative Care in Patients with Heart Failure
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