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Exercise & Back Injury, 1999.
Examines effectiveness of exercise in preventing low-back injury in industrial work.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 9 sources, $ 47.95
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"PHYSICAL THERAPY & DAILY PRE-WORK EXERCISE AS A PREVENTION STRATEGY FOR LOW-BACK INJURY IN INDUSTRY
This research examines the effectiveness of pre-work exercising as a prevention strategy for low-back injuries in industrial settings. Low-back injuries in industrial settings are a major source of work-related health problems. Such injuries also lead frequently to chronic low-back pain, which in itself is the most significant source of costs involved in the settlement of low-back injury claims (Burton & Erg, 1997).
Low-back injuries account for approximately one-third of all workers? compensation payments in the United States. There are, however, a number of strategies that are effective in reducing the frequency of low-back injuries in the work place. These strategies include back education, lifting training.."
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Exercise Physiology--An Article Review, 2007.
This paper summarizes and critiques an article about exercise physiology entitled "Effects of Moderate Exercise on Metabolic Responses and Respiratory Exchange Ration (RER)" by Toda, et. al.
1,098 words (approx. 4.4 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 38.95
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This paper reviews an article that describes a study on exercise physiology and its relation to insulin resistance. The review presents the aim and hypothesis of the article in Part I. Part II of the paper consists of a critique and evaluation of the scientific merit of the study. The review concludes that the rationale for designing a study to probe the question of how much exercise and at what level is required in order to facilitate fatty acid utilization, was well founded.
Outline
Part I: Summary
Part II: Critique
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"The hypothesis of the study is that fatty acids are available for energy even following short-term exercise (109). In other words, the authors designed this study to test the notion that fatty acid utilization could be increased even following lower levels of physical exertion and exercise. If this proved to be the case, then it would open up an incredible wealth of exercise methods and regiments for counteracting insulin resistance."
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Phobia of Blood-Injection-Injury, 2009.
The paper examines an article, "'Disgust Processing in Phobia of Blood-Injection-Injury' by Anne Schienle, Axel Schafer, Rudolf Stark, Bertram Walter, Peter Kirsch, and Dieter Vaitl regarding blood-injection-injury (BII) phobic patients .
1,070 words (approx. 4.3 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 37.95
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The paper examines an article which describes an experiment that looks at how much disgust processing plays a role in blood-injection-injury phobia. The paper first outlines the main points presented in the article and then proceeds to discuss difficulties encountered when reviewing the article. Finally, the paper discusses the conclusions drawn regarding future study.
Outline:
Hypothesis
Mini Abstract
Criticisms
Evaluation in Context
Complex Concepts
Skills needed
Skills needing further Development
References
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"Even though it has been previously noted that it is mainly females that possess the BII phobic disorder, this study fails to represent both genders. This makes it harder to generalise the findings to the population as a whole, but just to females. Male BII phobic patients may react in a different way which would need to be considered. In relation to the measurement of disgust, this was measured in a laboratory environment and not in an ecologically valid setting, which in turn could affect the overall results. Disgust may not just be influenced by the sight of something horrible. It involves all senses like the smell and the sounds which can enhance the experience, something that this study fails to consider. In terms of the strengths of this study, the use of fMRI is the most accurate method in recording brain activation and therefore makes the brain scan analysis results extremely reliable."
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Exercise and Good Health, 2004.
This paper discusses the relationship of exercise and good health and indicates where people living in California can find assistance.
1,600 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 52.95
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This paper explains that getting Americans to exercise may be difficult, but the benefits of exercise are clear: People who exercise tend to live longer, have better overall health, and feel better about themselves. The author points out that, in California, many programs are available that help people develop and maintain healthy lifestyles including exercise. The paper relates that education is the key to helping people understand the benefits of exercise and that education must begin early in life for exercise to become a daily habit.
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"There are also many things individuals can do that add up to better health through exercise. Even small steps can lead to better health. Some people believe exercise must be difficult to work, and it cannot be enjoyable, but adding exercise to a daily routine can begin with small things, like walking a dog for fifteen minutes every evening, walking to the local restaurant or mall instead of driving, or taking the stairs instead of the elevator. These small steps often lead to an increased enjoyment of activity, and more activity as the fitness level begins to increase."
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Benefits of Exercise, 2001.
This paper examines the benefits of exercise in terms of long term individual health.
2,000 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 63.95
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This paper examines what the benefits of exercise are. It then looks at why exercise is so good for us which leads to a discussion of the best reason to exercise. The writer concludes that the best reason to exercise is that it has a spiral effect in that not only is it good for the health of our body and mind, but it promotes other practices that further increase the benefits to health.
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"The benefits of exercise are both many and varied. The American Heart Association lists benefits which include: reduced risk of heart disease, lower cholesterol levels, prevention of bone loss, increased energy levels, decreased stress and tension, assistance with sleep, improved self-image, increased muscle strength and delayment and prevention of chronic illnesses (AHA, The Benefits of Daily Physical Activity). As can be seen, the benefits are not only to body but also to mind. Other studies report that exercises prevents diseases including arthritis, cancer and heart disease (Nicola). A report into health promotion and aging also cited various benefits of exercise including a reduced incidence of: heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, colon cancer, depression, anxiety and osteoporotic fractures (CDC)."
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Alzheimer Disease and Exercise, 2009.
This paper discusses the article "Exercise Plus Behavioral Management in Patients with Alzheimer Disease: A Randomized Controlled Trial," by Teri, L., Gibbons, L. E., McCurry, S. M., Logsdon, R. G., Buchner, D. M., Barlow, W. A., Kukull, W. A., LaCroix, A
873 words (approx. 3.5 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 31.95
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In this article, the writer analyzes the study by Teri, Gibbons, McCurry, Logsdon, Buchner, Barlow, Kukull, LaCroix, McCormick, and Larson, entitled "Exercise plus behavioral management in patients with Alzheimer Disease: A Randomized Controlled Trial," that was published in JAMA, 290(15): 2015-2022. The writer explains that the purpose of the study was to develop a home-based exercise program combined with caregiver training in behavioral management techniques. The writer notes that this home-based exercise program was designed to reduce functional dependence and delay institutionalization among patients with Alzheimer disease. Older adults can benefit from exercise through the improvement of cardiovascular function, flexibility, balance, and strength. Exercise has also been demonstrated by several studies to reduce depression among elderly patients, as well as alleviate depression of patients with dementia. The writer concludes that this study has promising potential in the management of Alzheimer disease.
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"A total of 153 patients and their corresponding caregivers were randomly selected from an ongoing, community-based Alzheimer disease patient registry and through referrals from physician practices. The study, from enrollment to the end of follow-up, occurred from June 1994 to April 1999. Written consent was obtained from both caregiver and patient. All patients underwent comprehensive evaluation by a geriatrician, neurologist, psychologist, and epidemiologist, nurse, and research staff. The caregivers were spouses or adults who lived with or spend at least 4 hours with these patients. Their ages ranged from 24 to 91 years old, and 70% were female. Eighty percent of the caregivers were spouses.
"Patient-caregiver groups were randomly assigned to the RDAD program or routine medical care. At first, patient and caregiver were seen in their own homes by experienced health professionals for 12 hour-long sessions at 2 sessions per week for the first three weeks, then weekly sessions for 4 weeks, and then twice a month. This was to ensure proper training of caregivers at home. Follow-up was done three times over the next 3 months. "
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Ankle Injury, 2006.
An overview of ankle injuries and possible preventative measures that would effectively end losing athletes due to injuries of the ankle.
3,111 words (approx. 12.4 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 90.95
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One of the most common types of injuries occurring during sports events is that of ankle injuries. The ankle is susceptible to injury in practically every sport that exists. This paper focuses on the particular mechanisms of injury in individual sports, the imaging manifestations of ankle ligament injuries, post traumatic ankle synovitis, meniscoid lesions, soft-tissue impingement and ankle joint chondral and osteochondral lesions, with an emphasis on their clinical relevance in athletes.
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Objective
Introduction
Literature Review
Lateral Inversion Sprain
Medial Eversion Sprain
Syndesmosis Sprain
Achilles Tendon Rupture
Other Ankle Injury Classifications
Importance of the Study
Methodology
Findings and Implications of the Study
Summary & Conclusion
References
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"Athletic coaches, trainers and athletes alike know that sustaining an injury during the course of a competitive sport, or in practice is a reality that practically every athlete will deal with with varying degrees of injury experienced. Many athletes have had their athletic career vanish in a moment of an injury occurring that affects them the rest of their life, rendering them incapable to participate I the athletic career they had hoped to pursue. One of the most common types of injuries occurring during sports events is that of ankle injuries. The ankle is susceptible to injury in practically every sport that exists. "
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Exercise in Pregnancy, 2007.
This paper discusses the benefits of exercise during pregnancy.
1,942 words (approx. 7.8 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 61.95
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In this article, the writer studies various research concerning the value of exercise to a pregnant woman and her unborn baby. The writer notes that the benefits of physical fitness and enhanced body image have been enough motivation for women to continue exercise during pregnancy. The writer points out however, that exercise has not been recommended to those of diverse cultural background who have a high prevalence of obesity and overweight. To those who find exercising to be culturally acceptable, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) suggests proper screening in order to avoid extreme environmental conditions and activities, which can lead to abdominal trauma. The writer concludes that experience, opinion and increasing measurable evidence combine to point to the advantages and benefits of exercise before, during, and after pregnancy and as an overall boon to the health to every individual.
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"On the other hand, there have been separate and new researches, which reported multiple benefits of exercise during pregnancy for both woman and baby. These include improved cardiovascular function, less weight gain, improved attitude and mood and less difficult or complicated labor, faster recovery and greater fitness. The pregnant woman only needs to be cautious about the type of exercise, its intensity, duration and frequency. The unborn baby also benefits from the improved stress tolerance and advanced neurobehavioral maturity, which exercise can bring. The unborn child of a woman who exercises during pregnancy tends to become leaner and smaller but also has better early neurodevelopment. There have been no studies, which showed that moderate exercise created problems on the developing embryo. Doctors have just probably been playing safe and were apprehensive over the increase in body temperature during exercise as having adverse effects on the fetus."
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Exercise and Self-Esteem, 2004.
This paper discusses that exercise promotes higher self-esteem in individuals of all ages and physical capabilities
2,075 words (approx. 8.3 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 65.95
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This paper explains that exercise promotes higher self-esteem as long as the individual enjoys the particular exercise program or feels there are definite and measurable benefits to participating in the program. The author points out that self-esteem can increase an individual?s confidence; therefore, if a person has confidence, he or she will have self-respect and find it easier to respect others, which improve one?s relationships and promotes health. The paper relates that the beauty of exercise is that, once hooked, an individual continues to self-motivate and, therefore, finds reasons to increase participation in the exercise program.
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"Exercise provides many benefits. These athletes receive a unique benefit that many laymen simply are unaware that it comes with the turf so to speak. Professional athletes get the benefit of added self-esteem. ?Speculation regarding the interactions between physical activity and self-esteem can be traced back to the origins of sport and have been of concern to physical educators throughout the history of the discipline. During the past two decades, however, we have witnessed a resurgence of interest in body-self interactions in sport due largely to advances in exercise psychology.?"
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Music and Exercise, 2008.
This paper explores the effects of music with exercise.
1,163 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 40.95
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The paper reveals that music definitely helps in exercise workouts. The paper explains that music makes exercise time more enjoyable and relaxing and has a moderate to high effect on the heartbeat according to the pace of the music being played. The paper relates that music can enhance one's physical performance and both music and exercise combined together have positive effects on one's cognitive abilities.
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Introduction
Exercise & Music
Physiological Aspect
Psychological Aspect
Current Trends
Conclusions
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"Today's busy life styles become hectic for many people. Tensions and anxieties haunt each one of us in our daily lives. This busy life style and its various problems put a lot of physical, psychological and even spiritual stress on all of us. Exercise is an activity considered good for human health while listening to music has its own positive effect on human mind and psyche but if both of these things are combined together then it can be considered a lethal combination. Different researches have been conducted to find the effect of music and exercises together."
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A Well-Balanced Exercise Program, 2002.
A comprehensive description and instruction of various exercise routines aimed at strengthening specific muscle groups.
2,508 words (approx. 10.0 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 76.95
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This paper provides step by step instructions for performing strength and endurance exercises for a well-balanced exercise program, essential for overall fitness. The author contends that strength exercises improve muscle function, and help develop stronger bones, tendons and ligaments. Endurance exercises and activities improve the cardiovascular system, while enabling the muscles to use energy more efficiently.
Muscle Groups Discussed:
Quadriceps
Gluteals
Calves
Hamstrings
Pectorals
Deltoids
Biceps
Triceps
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"The elevated crunch can be used to work the obliques. While lying with the legs elevated onto the bench, the arms are stretched in a V-shape above the head. The left arm is lifted slowly to reach across the torso to the left of the knees. This is repeated for the right arm. The obliques can also be exercised by lying on the floor with one knee at a 90o angle to the floor, and the other knee crossed over it. The hands are placed behind the head, and the opposite elbow raised to the crossed over knee. This is then repeated using the other knee and elbow. Another exercise for the obliques is to lie on the floor on one hip with bent legs crossed to the side. With the head and shoulder slightly lifted, the arms are stretched out, and the body is slowly rolled upward."
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Exercise for the Elderly, 2005.
An exploration of the psychosocial and physical benefits of exercise in the elderly.
1,422 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 47.95
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The paper examines the research on the physical and psychological benefits enjoyed by the elderly who participate in exercise routines. The paper points out that while exercise should be recommended to elderly patients, it should be monitored closely to ensure that the elderly are not over-extending themselves and causing injuries.
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"Common sense and experience informs the majority of individuals that exercise, in moderation, is a crucial part of a healthy lifestyle. One need not look far in today's current media coverage to find stories that focus on the growing rates of obesity in North America and the lack of individuals involved in regular exercise routines. Quite a bit of recent news coverage has focused on the youngest portion of society, examining the eating and exercise behaviors of children and teenagers. In most cases, the stories have been depressing and offer dismal views of the future, based on the growing trend of young persons who fail to exercise regularly and who have adopted many unhealthy eating habits."
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Exercise and the Cardiovascular System, 2006.
A paper on how exercise helps health.
997 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 35.95
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This paper discusses the topic of cardiovascular disease. The paper looks at how exercise affects the cardiovascular system in a positive way and how exercise also positively affects aging, obesity and the muscular and respiratory systems. The author states that scientists, researchers and physicians complete studies every year on the prevention of cardiovascular disease, and consistently, these studies show exercise can play an important part in reducing the instance of cardiovascular disease.
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"Exercise should be an important part of everyone's life, because it is simply good for everyone. It is well known, even among sedentary Americans, that exercise has a positive affect on the heart and lungs, and it can improve heart health. Many physicians and experts acknowledge that aerobic exercise is extremely effective in promoting heart health. These doctors note, "This would appear also to be the case in understanding the relationship between reactivity and aerobic fitness. One of the consequences of aerobic-exercise training is a reduction in resting heart rate and blood pressure" (McCabe, Schneiderman, Field, & Wellens, 2000, p. 197). Reducing the heart rate and blood pressure leads to better cardiovascular health, and can help, along with a healthy diet, maintain this cardiovascular health throughout life."
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Exercise for Cancer Patients, 2005.
This paper discusses the benefits of an exercise program for cancer patients, especially post-radiation rehabilitation.
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This paper examines the use of exercise as prevention and as treatment augmentation to accepted treatments for different types and stages of cancer. The author points out that overwhelming fatigue is common to all types of cancer; however, cancer patients benefit from an appropriate exercise program, which provides positive reinforcement not only to increase strength but also to fight depression. The paper relates that physical fitness and exercise level assessment can be used to evaluate if a patient has the strength to undergo cancer therapy.
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"As individuals age biologically in primary aging patterns, there is a marked decrease in muscular and cardiovascular fitness and they may be at more risk for cancer. These individuals may be more at risk for a serious health risk after falling, or of falling, as they are not as well-balanced and fit as they once were. A regular program of exercise
can change this pattern. Specifically, cancer patients may wish to engage in weight-bearing activities to increase their bone strength so that if they fall, they will be less likely to have a fracture. Tai chi is one form of low-impact exercise that promotes cardiovascular health and balance; cancer patients may also exercise and increase bone
strength by walking, and thus improve their physical selves."
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Exercise and Diabetes: Beneficial Effects, 2004.
Discusses the importance of proper diet and exercise to the treatment and control of diabetes.
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This paper looks at the health problems faced by diabetics and how exercise and a proper diet can help mitigate some of those problems. The paper focuses on the finding that exercise is an essential factor in the successful management of diabetes and in improving insulin sensitivity. The paper also provides physiological explanations of the benefits of exercise to the diabetic.
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"Diabetes is increasing in the United States and throughout the world due to the ever-growing adoption of an unhealthy lifestyle, including poor diet and lack of physical activity. Obesity is a characteristic often present in individuals with diabetes, and in order for the occurrences of diabetes to be reduced and the effects of diabetes to be minimized, efforts must be put in place to encourage weight loss and the maintenance of a healthy weight. It is expected that obesity and diabetes will reach epidemic proportions unless prompt action is taken to counteract these conditions."
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