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High intensity interval training practices in competitive field-based invasion team sports
(Technological University of the Shannon Midlands Midwest, 2022-01)
High intensity interval training (HIIT) can be defined as alternating bouts of short duration exercise (e.g., 5s to 10 minutes) at near/maximal intensities separated by complete
rest or low intensity activity allowing ...
The impact of sporting role model's on female youth sport participation
(Technological University of the Shannon Midlands Midwest, 2022)
A systematic literature review of sporting role model (SRM) led interventions.
Cancer survivors' experiences of physical activity: exercise as a vehicle for recovery?
(ACSM, 2017-05)
Physical activity (PA) can have benefits for individuals at each stage of the cancer journey, including improved fitness and quality of life. However, many cancer survivors are not meeting the physical activity recommendations.
Fetuin-A as a potential biomarker of metabolic variability following 60 days of head-down-tilt bed rest
(Athlone Institute of Technology, 2020-06)
Physical inactivity and exposure to microgravity can cause a pronounced reduction in whole-body insulin sensitivity, which is influenced by the secretion of proteins from tissues of metabolic importance. Fetuin-A, a novel ...
The development and pilot testing of an educational mental health intervention for Gaelic footballers.
(Athlone Institute of Technology, 2020-06)
Elite Gaelic players with a history of injury are significantly more likely to experience anxiety and depression†. However, current preliminary research identified lack of education, stigma, accessibility issues and negative ...
Development of multifunctional hydrogels for the delivery of drugs and nutrients for patients with inflammatory bowel disease
(Athlone Institute of Technology, 2020-06)
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is a group of diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract (GI). Comprised of Crohn’s Disease (CD) and Ulcerative Colitis (UC), it affects 6.8 million people globally. IBD is characterised ...
Physical activity and dietary behaviour among adolescents who have completed active cancer treatment – a study protocol for a qualitative investigation
(Technological University of the Shannon Midlands Midwest, 2022)
Introduction: Approximately 200 Irish adolescents receive a cancer diagnosis each year (1). Cancer treatment
during youth can be associated with significant toxicity resulting in cancer-related fatigue, musculoskeletal
...
Developing a strategy for female role modes n physical activity and sports promotion
(Athlone Institute of Technology, 2020-06)
Physical Activity
in Ireland:
Sport Participation in
Ireland
Women in Sport
Why focus on females?
Role Models
Can they influence people?
▪ 13% ( primary &
secondary students)
met the 60min of
MVPA/day .
▪ 17% ...
Kinematic characteristics of resisted sled sprints under different loading conditions
(Athlone Institute of Technology, 2020-06)
Resistance
training exercises have been associated with
improved sprint performance. The
principle of specificity states that training should be
relevant and appropriate to the sport for which the
athlete is training ...
The effects of resisted sprint training on sprint performance in field based invasion team sport athletes: a systematic literature review
(Athlone Institute of Technology, 2020-06)
Speed is an essential performance attribute for field-based invasion team sport (FBITS) players. Traditional training methods used to
enhance sprint performance (SP) such as resistance training, typically aim to improve ...