Essays about: "athletic performance"

Showing result 16 - 20 of 38 essays containing the words athletic performance.

  1. 16. Practical applications of an optimized plyometric training – an overview

    University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för idrottsvetenskap (ID)

    Author : Domen Bremec; [2017]
    Keywords : plyometrics; stretch-shortening cycle; explosive performance; ballistic training; reactive strength index;

    Abstract : Plyometric training has always been a topic of interest in terms of sport perfor-mance enhancement and development. The most relevant and up-to-date data has been reviewed to try to answer the question “what kind of plyometric training to use” to improve ones’ performance. READ MORE

  3. 17. The role of Myostatin polymorphisms in the Finnhorse and Shetland pony breeds

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Animal Breeding and Genetics

    Author : Laura Bas Conn; [2017]
    Keywords : Horse; Myostatin; Finnhorse; Shetland pony; Harness racing; Performance; Conformation;

    Abstract : Myostatin, encoded by the MSTN gene, is a member of the transforming growth factor β that normally acts to limit skeletal muscle mass by regulating both the number and growth of muscle fibers. Natural mutations that decrease the amounts of myostatin and/or inhibit its function have been identified in several cattle, sheep and dog breeds, where loss-of-function mutations cause increased skeletal muscle mass and produce a phenotype known as “double-muscling”. READ MORE

  4. 18. Effects of rapid weight loss on sports performance : A systematic review

    University essay from Gymnastik- och idrottshögskolan, GIH/Institutionen för idrotts- och hälsovetenskap

    Author : Alexander Ferm; [2017]
    Keywords : Rapid weight loss; athletic performance; dehydration; hypohydration; systematic review; Snabb viktminskning; idrottsprestation; prestation; dehydrering; hypohydrering; systematisk granskning;

    Abstract : Aim and research questions: The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of rapid weight loss (RLW) in relation to physiological aspects, psychological aspects, and sport specific performance through a systematic review. This study further aimed to investigate what methods are being used when studying the effects of RWL. READ MORE

  5. 19. The weight lifting belt’s impact on power output, velocity and range of motion in a squat

    University essay from Högskolan i Halmstad/Akademin för ekonomi, teknik och naturvetenskap

    Author : Amanda Engberg; [2017]
    Keywords : weight lifting belt; squat; ROM; power; velocity;

    Abstract : Abstract Background: Using a weight lifting belt when performing a variety of resistance exercises is becoming more and more common. The purpose of using a weight lifting belt is its supposed ability to reduce compressive forces on the lumbar spine and enhancement of athletic performance. READ MORE

  6. 20. Kan fysisk aktivitet orsaka skador på magslemhinnan hos hundar?

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Anatomy, Physiology and Biochemistry

    Author : Michaela Karlsson; [2017]
    Keywords : magsår; magkatarr; hund; träning; fysisk aktivitet; EIGD;

    Abstract : Ansträngande fysisk aktivitet kan orsaka sjukdomar i magsäcken hos hundar och är ett välkänt fenomen även hos atleter av andra arter såsom hästar och människor. Det är framförallt magslemhinnan som drabbas vilket visar sig som magkatarr och magsår och syndromet benämns EIGD (Exercise-Induced Gastric Disease). READ MORE