Author: Patricia A. Fahlstrom-Nopp
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Category : Wrestlers
Languages : en
Pages : 186
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The purpose of the present investigation was to determine the level of nutrition knowledge and degree of competitiveness in high school wrestlers and their coaches and to look at the differences between groups. Twelve schools participated in the study and a total of 180 wrestlers and 29 coaches (12 head and 17 assistant) completed the nutrition knowledge and Sports Orientation (competitiveness) questionnaires. The results indicate that nutrition knowledge increases significantly with increasing age or grade level in the athletes (p=.0001), but significant increases were not seen for each year. The mean score for nutrition knowledge was 53.9% for the athletes and 67% for the coaches, both very low scores overall when compared with previous research, indicating a strong need for improved nutrition education in both populations. The coaches' mean nutrition knowledge levels were found to increase significantly with increasing years of coaching (p=.0001), suggesting that some knowledge is gained through experience. Team nutrition scores varied significantly, with a range of 50 to 63%, suggesting that some schools may have higher quality nutrition education programs than others. Results of the nutrition knowledge scores also demonstrate that a significant similarity exists between the head coaches' nutrition score and the teams' mean score (p=.0001), suggesting the possibility that the head coaches can have a greater impact on their teams' level of nutrition information than can other possible sources. Competitiveness scores were very high for this population as compared to previous studies completed with high school students, with the mean scores being 58.5 out of a possible 65 points for the wrestlers, and 59.4 for the coaches. Average competitiveness scores previously seen in the high school athletic population are approximately 20% lower than the scores found in these wrestlers, with a mean of 47. Competitiveness was found to significantly increase with increasing years of participation in wrestling (p=.02), but no other significant interrelationships were found to exist with regard to competitiveness levels in this population. There are many factors that were unable to be researched in this study due to inconsistent weight records that were to be kept by each team. Not 1 of the 12 schools kept consistent nor complete weight records throughout the season, making much of the planned research impossible. In conclusion, there exists much speculation regarding the possible consequences of weight cutting during adolescence, especially when the perceived benefits of the practice are not scientifically based. Research has suggested that there are many changes that need to be considered within the sport of wrestling such as minimal weight standards along with strict enforcement of those standards. As demonstrated with the results of this study, nutrition knowledge is low in the wrestling population, wrestlers and coaches alike, and therefore, additional education regarding nutrition and unsafe weight loss practices in high-risk populations such as the high school wrestler is needed.
Author: Karen Lee MacFadyen
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Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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In October, 1976, a study was conducted to assess the relationships among nutrition knowledge, attitudes and practices of 101 top level competitive swimmers in Winnipeg. Research instruments included a three-day food record and a group-administered questionnaire. Twenty-two multiple choice questions were used to assess nutrition knowledge and determine a fad score for each respondent. To assess nutrition attitudes, responses to twenty-one statements were arranged on a five point continumn ranging from "strongly agree" to "strongly disagree." Two different measures were used to evaluate dietary practices. An indication of dietary habits during training and before a competition was obtained by responses to six open-ended questions on the questionnaire. A more detailed assessment of dietary practices was obtained from a three-day food record kept by each respondent. Most of the data were statistically analyzed by computer, all tests being conducted at the 5 percent level of significance. Responses to the questions on dietary practices during training and before a competition were tabulated by the author. In general, respondents had a low level of nutrition knowledge; however, certain fad beliefs, considered common to athletes, were not prevalent. Some poor nutrition attitudes were evident. Dietary practices were modified more in preparation for an event than during training. Dietary practices assessed by three-day food records showed generally high intakes of energy and most nutrients. Little relationship was observed between nutrition knowledge and dietary practices. Some significant relationships were observed between nutrition knowledge and nutrition attitudes. The greatest number of significant relationships were observed between nutrition attitudes and dietary practices. Neither age nor sex were significantly related to measures of knowledge, attitudes or practices.
Author: Nicole Holtzapple
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Category : Dietary supplements
Languages : en
Pages : 188
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Author: World Health Organization
Publisher: World Health Organization
ISBN: 9241514183
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 104
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Regular physical activity is proven to help prevent and treat noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) such as heart disease stroke diabetes and breast and colon cancer. It also helps to prevent hypertension overweight and obesity and can improve mental health quality of life and well-being. In addition to the multiple health benefits of physical activity societies that are more active can generate additional returns on investment including a reduced use of fossil fuels cleaner air and less congested safer roads. These outcomes are interconnected with achieving the shared goals political priorities and ambition of the Sustainable Development Agenda 2030. The new WHO global action plan to promote physical activity responds to the requests by countries for updated guidance and a framework of effective and feasible policy actions to increase physical activity at all levels. It also responds to requests for global leadership and stronger regional and national coordination and the need for a whole-of-society response to achieve a paradigm shift in both supporting and valuing all people being regularly active according to ability and across the life course. The action plan was developed through a worldwide consultation process involving governments and key stakeholders across multiple sectors including health sports transport urban design civil society academia and the private sector.
Author: Disha Experts
Publisher: Disha Publications
ISBN: 9387421228
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 921
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The world is changing fast. It is imperative for aspirants of every competitive exam to keep themselves updated with the latest happenings and the causes and effects pertaining to these happenings. The aspirants must be aware of the fundamental structure/ tenets of our country that define the social, political and economic past, present and the future. Only these fundamentals build a foundation for larger self-improvement goals and the understanding of the global world. Disha's Mega Yearbook 2018, a thoroughly revised, reorganised, updated and ENLARGED 3rd edition, presents a comprehensive study of all the sections that are covered under the subject of General Knowledge. The Mega Yearbook 2018, the most authoritative and high-quality reference material book on all subjects – Current Affairs and General Knowledge – has specially been designed to cater to aspirants of various competitive exams like Civil services, Banks, Railways, UPSC and PSC exams and Quiz Competitions across the country. Given the latest exams structure, the book has been designed in a way that it will help aspirants get an insight into the recent developments and the types of questions asked therein. The Mega Yearbook 2018 has been divided into 2 inclusive parts: Part A - Current Affairs; Part B - General Knowledge. Current Affairs consists of: • Articles on issues India and the world grappling with, • India/ World Timeline, • People, Events, Ideas and Issues that left their mark in 2017, • India/ World at a Glance: Social-Economic-Political (Infographics), • Special coverage on Indian Economy, Union Budget 2017–18, Economic Survey, GST and Effects of Demonetization, • Global Economic Outlook, Bills & Acts, Policies & Schemes, • SWOT ANALYSIS -Indian Economic, Political & Social Climate, • India/ World’s Who's Who, Emerging Trends, Books & Authors, Causes & Effects, Game Changers, Quote & Unquote, Mysteries solved/ unsolved, Popular Terms, Important Appointments, Awards & Honours, Obituaries, Top 20, Coming up 2018 and many more. General Knowledge covers: • India/ World Panorama • Geography, History, Polity, Economy, Business, General Science, Technology, Ecology and Environment • People forever • Art & Culture, Sports, Healthcare, Communication, News & Media, Education & Career, IT & Computers • English Language, etc. The Mega Yearbook 2018 procures key information from the most credible sources from India as well as from abroad in a concise and easy-to-understand manner to help cover maximum material within a limited space. The book is a Ready Reckoner which will prove to be the cutting edge for the aspirants in cracking a competitive exam. The material has been given in bulleted points wherever necessary to make the content easy to grasp. The book has ample tabular charts, mind maps, graphic illustrations which further makes the learning process flexible and interesting. Hope the book will prove to be a milestone for the aspirants and they will be able to make it to the next exam they are aspiring for. The book also provides 52 WEEKLY Current Affairs Update ebook and eTests, which will keep you updated for the whole of 2018.
Author: Louis Ignarro
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ISBN: 9781613890035
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
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Athletic Health Book
Author: Disha Experts
Publisher: Disha Publications
ISBN: 9388373480
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 933
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Lakshya NTA JEE MAIN - Past 10 Varsh Solved Papers + 10 Mock Tests (3 Online Tests) Hindi edition provides you the past 10 years JEE Main (2009 - 18) solved papers with one 2018 Online Paper and 10 Mock Tests ( 7 in Book & 3 Online) exactly on the latest pattern expected for NTA JEE Main 2019. The book is FULLY SOLVED and constitutes around 1890 most important MCQs.
Author: Elizabeth Broad
Publisher: CRC Press
ISBN: 0429959451
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 367
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Sports participation opportunities for individuals with impairments are increasing. Whether an athlete is beginning a sport or competing on the world stage for a podium finish, nutrition is recognized as being integral to optimizing their health, training capacity, and performance. Some athletes with impairments are physiologically similar to their able-bodied counterparts, whereby the application of sports nutrition principles is straightforward. However, athletes with certain impairments require a very individualized approach when applying these principles in a practical way. Fully updated and expanded, this second edition of Sports Nutrition for Paralympic Athletes is an essential resource for sports nutrition practitioners who work alongside athletes with an impairment, whether that be physical, visual, hearing, or intellectual. In addition to chapters devoted to each impairment type, this book covers specific areas including medical considerations, body composition, supplements, and practical aspects that can be applied across all athletes and sports. Case studies and messages from athletes and world-class coaches enhance the application of theoretical research into practice providing the most relevant sports nutrition advice to Para athletes. Features New chapters on energy availability in Para athletes and cooling and hydration for the Para athlete Concise review of current sports nutrition recommendations for athletes, both during training and in competition Provides practical guidance and examples on how to apply sports nutrition principles to each impairment type Includes real life experiences of Para athletes, elite coaches, and practitioners Encompasses wider topics of assessing body composition, medical considerations, and supplement use specific to Para athletes Features insight and experiences gained by practitioners over the three major Paralympic Games since the first edition Sports nutrition can be the difference between being competitive and making the podium. With the rapidly increasing Paralympic profile, this book is valuable for professionals endeavoring to give their athletes the competitive edge - it challenges, stimulates, and drives future research in this area to continue to improve the delivery of this intrinsic component of athlete preparation.
Author: Evan Paul Ostrowski
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ISBN:
Category : Women college athletes
Languages : en
Pages : 80
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The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of nutrition knowledge and dietary intake amongst collegiate female soccer athletes. Nutrition is a key component in maintaining peak performance within competitive college athletics. Many studies have shown the strong connection between good nutrition knowledge, proper dietary intake, and their effects of performance (Hoogenboom et al. 2009). Participants of this study (N=17) were recruited from the Central Connecticut State University women's soccer team. Data was collected to measure the participant's nutrition knowledge using Component of Nutritional Questionnaire (Zawila et al., 2003) and dietary intake via 3-day food logs from ChooseMyPlate.gov. Significance was found between the pre- and post-season knowledge questionnaire with a positive decrease in total score. This may lead to the conclusion that nutritional education resulting in a positive impact amongst the participants. Significance was also found between the pre- and post-season food logs for total caloric intake, carbohydrate intake, protein intake, and fat intake. This can be explained due to the competition season ending therefore nutritional intake may decrease with the decrease in physical activity. Although nutritional knowledge improved over the study period, participant's food intake did not have significant beneficial change by the end of the study. This study would suggest that future research is needed to determine the effect that a strong and permanent nutrition education program has on long term dietary intake change.
Author: David L. Rowland
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Category : SPSS X.
Languages : en
Pages : 230
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