Anselm's using a number of community outreach methods to involve seniors in a trial 5-day a week exercise program. The health belief model would be central to the campaign used for outreach, with the intent of encouraging involvement of roughly 30 participants over the duration of a full year. This experimental group would be compared to a control group that would remain engaged in St. Anselm's already existing 3-day-a-week tai-chi program.
Researchers will seek out a previously tested and confirmed self-report inventory on physical, mental and emotional well-being. The properly vetted instrument will be used to gauge the personal health evaluation of each respondent with the hypothesis that those in the experimental group will produce more positive index scores. The inventory would be administered four times over the course of the year on a quarterly basis. Hereafter, statistical analysis will rely on the use of a t-test, an appropriate mode…...
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Agency for Healthcare Research & Quality (AHRQ)(2002). Physical Activities and Older Americans. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services.
Kovatch, S.; Smith, M. & Segal, J. (2012). Senior Exercise and Fitness Tips. Helpguide.org.
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Physical Activity in Prison
The effects that prison incarceration has on the health and well-being of inmates are multi-faceted and complex. The prison environment presents stressors not experienced outside of the prison context that can bring about exacerbated health problems and psychological difficulties. Health care delivery in prisons is an important issue, as primary healthcare initiatives designed to focus on disease prevention are required in order to maintain health in the prison population that is comparable to the outside world. An important component for many primary health programs is a physical exercise regimen. The following discussion outlines the issue of including organized physical activity as a component to prison programming, examining its many benefits and suggestions are made with regard to how exercise programs within prisons could be improved upon in order to best serve the health and well-being of prisoners and contribute to inmate rehabilitation.
Prisoners' rights to physical activity in…...
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Agozino, B., Volpe, S.L. (2009). Health inequalities in correctional institutions: implications for health inequalities in the community. Journal of Correctional Health Care, 15(4), 251-67.
American Diabetes Association (2008). Diabetes management in correctional institutions. Diabetes Care, 34(1), S27-S81.
Binswanger, I.A., Krueger, P.M., Steiner, J.F. (2009). Prevalence of chronic medical conditions among jail and prison inmates in the U.S.A. compared with the general population. Journal of Epidemiology and Public Health, 63(11), 912-9.
Blair, S.N., Sallis, R.E., Hutber, A., Archer, E. (2012). Exercise therapy -- the public health message. Scandinavian Journal of Medicine & Science in Sports, Epub.
Also, he needs to cut down on smoking so that his body is not completely depleted from his work outs. This will increase his stamina and endurance. The anxiety of quitting can also be taken out in more strenuous workouts.
8. The Taiwanese pitcher of the New York Yankees, Chien-Ming Wang, has a very specific physical activity / sports role to play. His amazing pitching skills, which include throwing the ball, catching fly balls, and other physical activities, has made him famous both in his native country of Taiwan and in New York City. He has immense talent, which encompasses the category of personal attributes in the sport role model. His talent is what brought him to the New York Yankees from Asia. Some of the socializing agents which keep in the United States fulfilling his specific sports role are oddly enough the "street food." This is positive because it…...
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Physical Activity and Telomere Length in Early Stage Breast Cancer Survivors
Journal article summary (paragraph format, double-spaced), which summarizes the article's content. Do not include your opinion about content of the article.
The journal article focuses on the relationship between human physical activity and telomere length in early stage breast cancer survivors. Telomere as the article illustrates is a biomarker for both cellular damage and aging within individuals with breast cancer. Evidence suggests that TL in those without breast cancer is impacted by a host of psychosocial and lifestyle factors, including physical activity.
The journal begins with a brief overview of Telomere and its implications for breast cancer survivors. Telomere is a repetitive nucleoprotein structures on the end of chromosomes with the main purposes of maintaining cellular stability. Telomere also protects cells from uncontrollable cellular division. The article note that cell division is generally good for the body as it helps with repair…...
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1) Garland et al.: Physical activity and telomere length in early stage breast cancer survivors. Breast Cancer Research 2014 16:413.
2) Williams SC (January 2013). "No end in sight for telomerase-targeted cancer drugs." Nat Med. 19 (1): 6
participation and improve interest in physical activity for girls. The paper uses six articles from current sources that show how to make physical education more fun, what kind of activities may be added to a physical education class, and why girls do not participate as often as they should. It focuses on how to improve the overall experience for girls in physical education. The papers also analyses why girls have such a difficult time participating in physical education in the first place. Differing solutions from increasing motor skill level to increased instruction and practice offer possibilities of improvement in overall participation for girls and girls with special needs.
Girls have similarities to boys, this is true in many aspects, but they are also different. While boys are touted for their physical prowess and their fitness level, girls are praised for their beauty and "girlish" behavior. Complex social behavior along with…...
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Beltran-Carrillo, V.J., Devis-Devis, J., Peiro-Velert, C., & Brown, DH (2012). When Physical Activity Participation Promotes Inactivity: Negative Experiences of Spanish Adolescents in Physical Education and Sport. Youth & Society, 44(1), 3-27.
Butt, J., Weinberg, R., Breckon, J., & Claytor, R. (2011). Adolescent Physical Activity Participation and Motivational Determinants Across Gender, Age, and Race. Journal of Physical Activity & Health, 8(8), 1074-1083. Retrieved March 24, 2014, from http://web.b.ebscohost.com/abstract?direct=true&profile=ehost&scope=site&authtype=crawler&jrnl=15433080&AN=70465931&h=awAO696Utvz1z42UOE2SCkKZA%2bzWwR09XxLxK%2fGB0d74pnBQJ17xs4t5iKCOTtazL5q1v4TJ6%2b6loQpoxtbDzw%3d%3d&crl=c
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10 Was the exposure intervention accurately measured?
No, we have no indication that it was accurately measured. We know that the results were hindered by water -- so those who sweat may have disabled the device or changed the result.
11 Were the relevant outcome measures ignored?
There was no analysis of the results of sexual maturity on BMI or exercise. Since all three groups could be aggregated for this portion of the study, the results might have been interesting and suggestive.
12 Are the statistical methods described?
Yes and no. We need to have an indication of the n. For each compliant subgroup, not just the total group.
13 Did untoward events occur during the study?
Yes, and the non-compliance should have been explained. Also, moving from the target of 7 days to 3 days smacks of a failed study -- either the measurement technique was too fussy, or the girls didn't want to comply. That…...
Columbia Encyclopedia, testosterone is the principal androgen, or male sex hormone. Although it is a male sex hormone, it is also produced in a small amount in women. Testosterone is necessary in the fetus for the development of male external genitalia. The levels of testosterone increase at the time of puberty; therefore, contributing to the further growth of male genitalia, and for the development and maintenance of male secondary sex characteristics, such as facial hair and voice changes.
Effects of Testosterone
Testosterone is the most important male sex hormone as it helps in the production of sperm and helps in the production and maintenance of masculine characteristics such as a deep voice, strong muscles. It also helps to increase libido in order to heighten a man's sexual satisfaction. ithout a doubt, it is the hormone that every man wants. Low levels of testosterone can negatively affect a man's sexual drive, mood…...
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physical activity could significantly reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease of individuals. The transtheoretical model believes that for change to be most effective it has to be introduced in a number of changes and that all changes must be passed through for change to occur.
In 1997, the Heart and troke Foundation of Ontario developed a marketing resource / program where they incorporated the transtheoretical model. Their resource, called mall teps, was a self-help kit to help people move through the required stages. Their challenges were: firstly targeting the kit to those in the appropriate stages of change and secondly, finding means of evaluating the program. Finally, the organization, having a limited budget, had to do this in a cost-reductive manner.
During February and March 1998, residents of two cities in outhern Ontario were contacted via a door-to-door campaign, advertisements, events, radio announcements, and flyers in grocery bags. Residents in two…...
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Poscente, N. et al. (2002). Using marketing research methods to evaluate a stage-specific intrvention, Am J. Health Behav,26, 243-251
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The Impact of Physical Activity in Health Promotion and Disease Prevention The relevance of regular physical activity cannot be overstated. A review of current literature clearly demonstrates that physical activity not only promotes the overall wellbeing of an individual, but also plays a key role in the prevention of various chronic illnesses. In the words of Warburton, Nicol and Bredin (2006), “physical inactivity is a modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular disease and a widening variety of other chronic diseases, including diabetes mellitus, cancer (colon and breast)…..” The authors further state that conditions such as depression, joint and bone diseases, as well as obesity tend to be common amongst those who are physically inactive. With heart disease being billed as one of the most serious health concerns in the U.S., The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention – CDC (2015) points out that individuals ought to commit at least two hours and…...
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention – CDC (2015). Physical Activity and Health. Retrieved from Warburton, D.E., Nicol, C.W. & Bredin, S.S. (2006). Health Benefits of Physical Activity: The Evidence. CMAJ, 174(6), 801 – 809.https://www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/basics/pa-health/index.htm
Physical Activity
Sociological Aspects of Physical Activity
Sociological Aspects of Physical Activity of Children
Sociological Aspects of Physical Activity of Children
Sociological Aspects of Physical Activity of Children
Physical activity patterns among children are affected by aspects pertaining to individual, school, and community levels. At the individual level, physical activity participation is highest among boys, and socioeconomic differences are less consistently reported. Some degree of socialization is necessary for voluntary participation in physical activity to occur. For most children especially of grade 1, grade 2 and kindergarten, the major agents of socialization into sport appear to be the family, media, peer group, community, environment, geographic/seasonal and school (Bower, Hales, Tate, ubin, Benjamin, Ward, 2008). The reasons for the prominence of these agents in socialization would include the intensity and frequency of contact, and the ability of these institutions or individuals to control rewards and punishments. Socialization affects the attitudes, values and behaviors of children and…...
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Bower, J.K., Hales, D.P., Tate, D.F., Rubin, D.A., Benjamin, S.E., & Ward, D.S. (2008). The childcare environment and children's physical activity. American Journal of Preventive Medicine, 34, 23 -- 29.
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Supertracker
Physical Activity Report
This discussion concerns the result of my physical activity report for March 3rd-9th, 2013. This report compares my actual exercise habits vs. The goals that were set out for me using USDA guidelines for good health. The report will focus on the outputs of my exercise, the changes I should make to my exercise habits and the types of amounts of exercise that would work best for me.
My Activity
The target for my activity for the week was to exercise for 150 minutes, which would be five workouts of thirty minutes in length, or three fifty-minute workouts. I was only able to work out for sixty minutes in the course of the week. There were three workouts, but they were only around twenty minutes each time. After the twenty-minute workouts of weightlifting, I engaged in 2km of walking as a cool-down and aerobic exercise. However, because walking is considered…...
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Supertracker.usda.gov. (2013). Retrieved March 12, 2013 from https://www.supertracker.usda.gov/default.aspx
Introduction There is a rapid increase in the number of people who are living into older age. This essay will discuss the incidence of fall that is attributed to a lack of physical activity by people who are 65 years and above. With the number of elderly people rising with each passing day, it is estimated that in the next two years around 16 percent of the population will comprise of elderly adults (Hua, Yoshida, Junling, & Hui, 2007). The lack of physical activity for these individuals will be evaluated with a focus on the number of falls that are experienced by both women and men. The impact of falls will be examined to establish the efficacy and the health care costs associated with the fall. It has been established that nurses do play a vital role in promoting physical activity amongst the elderly within the community. This essay will look…...
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Survey Design and ReflectionOne of the major health-related problems considered the root causes for all chief diseases in the later stages of life is reduced physical activity and improper diet. The problem needs to be addressed even in developing countries to reduce healthcare costs and the economic impacts (Dubasi et al., 2019). This paper aims to design a survey (see Appendix) that would help gain information from the individuals impacted by the health-related issue. Also, the reasons for formulating the questionnaire would be provided based on the relevant literature and the rationale for choosing the questions according to best practices.Use of Best Practices in Design and Analysis in Construction of Survey QuestionsThe primary best practice for formulating any survey advises keeping the survey simple. This strategy was used explicitly in the survey of this paper as no fancy words were used to make it easy to understand for the respondent.…...
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Impact of Wearable Devices on the Health of LearnersIntroductionAs human beings can be considered systems in which signals are sent and functions are performed, wearable devices are viewed as a tool to facilitate the processes of the human system (Rodriguez, de Oliveira, Nunes & de Morais, 2019). Some of these systems include the digestive system, the nervous system, and the respiratory system. Each system plays a part in regulating the body and maintaining the health of the individual. Wearable sensors allow for individuals with disabilities to interact with others in a meaningful way (Rodriguez et al., 2019). They are also being used to promote learning and the health of learners. As Nugent, Barker, Lester, Grandgenett and Valentine (2019) explain, wearable technologys integration of engineering, computing, and aesthetics promises to be an excellent interdisciplinary context to support students STEM learning and attitudes at the upper elementary level (p. 470). Other researchers…...
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motor skill transfer based on wearable haptic communication. Personal and Ubiquitous Computing, 25(2), 411-435.
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The Healthy People 2020 physical activity goals are evidence-based, grounded in science that shows that exercise benefits physical and mental health. Unfortunately, the vast majority (80%) of adults in the United States does not receive enough aerobic or muscle-strengthening exercise opportunities (Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, 2018). As a public health initiative, the Healthy People 2020 addresses the structural, sociological, and political factors that impact physical activity. I appreciate the fact that the government recognizes that environmental factors are just as important, if not more so, than individual motivation to exercise and therefore fully support these initiatives. Exercise compliance is certainly not easy with my patient population, which reflects the majority of Americans who do not get enough exercise. I have tried to introduce my clients to wearable technologies and similar tools that can provide regular feedback and allow for the evolution of a personalized exercise plan. Some clients…...
Many people have suggested reasons that obesity remains prevalent in Salford, UK. The low level of adult physical activity is believed to be the primary cause, but it is important to recognize that childhood obesity is also a factor in Salford. In addition, one must compare other health measures in Salford to the rest of the UK to get a full picture. In general, Salford is simply less healthy than the English average, with higher rates of adult smoking, smoking-related deaths, alcohol-related hospital stays, mental health conditions, dementia, and learning disabilities. This seems to be directly linked to issues....
Physical activity plays such an important role in public health. It is especially important when a society has become sedentary, which applies to many of the industrialized societies around the globe. It is not surprise, then, that public health efforts often focus on increasing daily movement as a way to help improve community health.
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There are many reasons why it is important for school counselors to focus on Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in elementary school. Doing so gives children the best chance of success academically and socially, as children with ADHD can have a very difficult time working within the rigid structure of the average school day. Children who are not diagnosed with ADHD, but who experience it, are often treated like they are “bad” kids, which not only causes them to fall behind academically, but can also stigmatize them with their peers. With appropriate interventions, which....
1. The impact of regular exercise on cardiovascular health in men
2. The role of physical activity in preventing heart disease in men
3. The benefits of strength training for heart health in men
4. The relationship between exercise intensity and heart disease risk in men
5. The effects of different types of exercise (e.g. aerobic vs. resistance training) on cardiovascular health in men
6. The importance of regular cardiovascular exercise for overall heart function in men
7. The risks of sedentary lifestyle on heart health in men
8. The benefits of incorporating high-intensity interval training (HIIT) into a workout routine for men's heart health
9. The role....
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