Background: Physical inactivity (PIA) can negatively impact health and maybe development. Less is understood regarding the impact of physical inactivity during key stages of skeletal muscle development on adult health. Purpose: We propose that exposure to PIA early in life will impair growth rate, muscular function and tissue composition in adulthood. Methods: We exposed postnatal […]
B33: Impact of One-Week Motorized Scooter Use on Glucose Control
BACKGROUND: Assistive transportation devices are becoming popular. The effect of these devices, such as motorized scooters, on health is unclear. PURPOSE: We examined glucose control in healthy adults before and after riding a motorized scooter for one week. METHODS: In this three-week study, participants (n= 8; age: 22.5±3.8 y (mean±SD); BMI: 26.9±9.9 kg/m²) performed their […]
B67: Plantar flexor myofiber cross-sectional area across a range of physical inactivity in early postnatal mice
Physical activity is known to have a positive impact on health while physical inactivity is known to do the opposite. Much less understood is how levels of early life periods of either activity or inactivity, followed by opposite treatment can affect myofibers. 102 mice were separated into 2 cohorts, those completing only 14 days of […]
A51: Comparison of a Dual-Task and Typical Exercise Program on Physical and Cognitive Function in Adults
Introduction: Benefits of physical activity on cognitive function in adults are well established as are “brain games”- cognitive activities that are fun and stimulating. Exercise programs that combine both physical and cognitive activities, called dual-task training (DT), have the potential to efficiently and effectively enhance both physical and cognitive function. Purpose: The purpose of this […]
A40: Role of Nitric Oxide in Immune and Behavioral Responses in Acheta domesticus
Nitric oxide (NO) is a gaseous signaling molecule synthesized by the enzyme nitric oxide synthase (NOS). NO functions as a brain neurotransmitter and immune system defense molecule. Animals undergoing an inflammatory response, such as from bacterial infection, exhibit changes in behavior. We are using the cricket Acheta domesticus to explore the role NO may play […]
A60: Habitual Vaping And Its Effect On Pulmonary Function In College Age Men And Women
Abstract: The use of electronic cigarettes, otherwise known as vaping, has dramatically increased among college students within recent years. Vaping has been marketed as a safer alternative to cigarettes, however, there is minimal research studying potential adverse effects of vaping. PURPOSE: To identify any potential relationships between e-cigarette use and clinical indicators of pulmonary function. […]
A61: Does Your Energy Drink Really Boost Your Metabolism?
Background: Energy drink consumption is prevalent among college students, with recent studies indicating that >30% of college students consume energy drinks daily. These drinks range in caloric content, but typically contain caffeine in amounts greater than 1-2 cups of coffee. Additionally, they employ marketing claims such as “increased energy”, “increased attention/alertness”, “increased metabolism”, and “increased […]
A64: College Students’ Willingness to Change Drinking to Cope Tendencies
Alcohol consumption continues to be a public health concern across university campuses. While there are numerous reasons that college students drink alcohol, drinking to cope with negative feelings is a popular motive. Research has shown a multitude of consequences that drinking to cope can have on college students such as increased alcohol consumption, impaired judgment, […]
C12: The Effect of Off-Season Training on Aerobic Power in Miami University Club Rowers
In the world of sports, maximizing the training of performance variables within a sport will bring you one step closer to success over the competition. This study dives into the world of health sciences and aims to explore the effects of off-season training on the performance variables of rowers. The study aims to identify what […]
B37: Physical Inactivity as Hindlimb Unloading in Early Postnatal Mice Negatively Impacts Grip Strength but Not Muscle Size or Myofiber Area in Adult Mice: pilot study results
Background: Physical inactivity has many detrimental effects on health, yet the impact of physical inactivity in early life on muscle health in adulthood remains unknown. Early postnatal malnutrition has prolonged effects into adulthood and we propose that early postnatal physical inactivity would have similar effects. Methods: To test this hypothesis we exposed postnatal mice (~P28, […]