This collection includes theses, dissertations, and professional papers from the University of Montana Department of Integrative Physiology and Athletic Training (formerly Health and Human Performance). Theses, dissertations, and professional papers from all University of Montana departments and programs may be searched here.
Theses/Dissertations from 2000
Effect of modifications to the Peabody Developmental Motor Scale test administration on the outcome of special education eligibility recommendations by school therapists, Cathryn Denise Rase
Awareness of osteoporosis prevention and its relationship to bone health, Kathy Ann Schneider
University family housing: An assessment of needs, Sarah Jo Shelley
Theses/Dissertations from 1999
Effects of dehydration on the prediction of energy expenditure using minute-by-minute heart rate monitoring, Kristina S. Bullock
The effect of spinal manipulation therapy in asthmatic patients, Rochelle Carpenter
Physical education frequency : effects on fitness and perceived competence in fifth grade students, Nicole Sutton Donally
Complete guide to women's strength training, Joe Harlan
HIV/AIDS prevention needs of Montana's high-risk groups: A qualitative research synthesis, Sarah M. Keup
The effects of glycerol on changes in body fluid compartments in males at rest, Dennis P. Kirby
Health risk behaviors on the University of Montana campus Spring semester 1996, Laurie Sorber
Alcohol and University of Montana freshmen: Use perceptions and attitudes, Julee Noelle Stearns
Theses/Dissertations from 1998
Health-related information found in consumer disability magazine advertisements, Rita K. Fjeld
Self-esteem perceived physical activity and attitudes towards physical activity of fourth and fifth grade students, Kelly Green
Effects of massage on symptoms and markers associated with delayed onset muscle soreness, Amie Thorsted Jensen
Quality of care received by type I diabetic patients : An assessment protocol developed from the American Diabetes Association's standards, Shelly Lyn Johnson
Assessment of HIV prevention needs among Montana's Native Americans on the Flathead Indian Reservation in Montana, Sarah Elizabeth Landry
Effects of imagery and belief on quadriceps motor performance, Patricia M. Mangan
Differences in university sport revenue status and student-athletes' self-perceptions, Scott D. Sandstedt
Throwing velocity after training with the throwing cord versus a throwing protocol, Mark A. Shropshire
Theses/Dissertations from 1997
Effect of humor on collegiate tennis players' performance on a tennis skills test, Chris D. Bernuth
Sports aggression| An ethical perspective, Robert Greene
Self-help guide pertaining to burnout and the athletic trainer, Chris J. Heard
Health risk behavior among the Greek population at the University of Montana, Dean Patrick McGovern
Barriers to HIV counseling and testing for three of Montana's high-risk populations, Robin Mochi
Positive parental involvement in youth sports through the use of a practical intervention strategy, Lori B. Naber
The effects of hydration status and blood glucose on mental performance during extended exercise in the heat, Julie E. Puchkoff
Glycerol-induced hyperhydration during long term exercise in a heated environment, Jacob G. Swan
Comparison of substrate utilization patterns in males and eumenorrheic females during submaximal exercise, Theodore Zderic
Theses/Dissertations from 1996
Effects of deep water running and treadmill running on oxygen uptake and energy expenditure in seasonally trained cross country runners, Jodi Michelle DeMaere
Effects of cycle to run transition on physiological variables associated with running economy and efficiency in trained male triathletes, John W. Hartpence
Theses/Dissertations from 1995
Metabolic costs of the slideboard exercise, Dorene M. Bourque
Protective mechanism of Estradiol on eccentrically induced muscle damage, Charles Lee Dumke
A comparative analysis of the self-perception of University of Montana student-athletes and nonathletes, Michael Rehm
Proposal for an athletic training cooperative| Enhancing safety in rural high schools, John Curtis Weida
Theses/Dissertations from 1994
Physiological comparison of protective clothing variations during prolonged work, Kelly R. Cordes
Integrated model: Adherence to activity, Janet Meissner
Components of social facilitation, home field advantage, and home field disadvantage and their effects on sport performance, Scott Meissner
Montana's health enhancement: An old question revisited - combining health and physical education, Maureen W. Thomas
Theses/Dissertations from 1993
Respirator wear and upper body work performance, Theresa De Lorenzo-Green
Decision making process of selected school administrators in Massachusetts during forced budget cuts, Mary Beth Patrick
Causal attributions for success and failure: Differences between selected high school and college team sport athletes, Michael B. Riggs
Theses/Dissertations from 1992
The stretch-shortening cycle of the quadriceps femoris muscle group measured by isokinetic dynamometry, Kevin M. Helgeson
Theses/Dissertations from 1991
Comparative analysis of job duties of athletic directors of selected colleges in Canada, Phillip J. Allen
Comparison of 30 second cycling sprint field tests with the Wingate Anaerobic Power Test, Walter Carl Ammons
Investigation of the knowledge level of dance exercise instructors, Mary Elizabeth Ellis
Immediate effects of "contract-relax and agonist contraction" on active and passive hip abduction range of motion, Shawn O. Henry
The effects of breathing resistance on pulmonary function and work capacity, Zachary Mead
The effect of respirator wear on work capacity and pulmonary function in female subjects, Tara C. Townsend
Theses/Dissertations from 1990
A project to develop a curriculum entitled: Developmental play and sport for nonambulatory secondary students with moderate and severe/profound disabilities, Tracy L. Sherick
Relationship between supraspinatus strength and throwing velocity and accuracy of minor league professional baseball players, David Wallwork
Theses/Dissertations from 1989
Comparison of energy expenditure among three different cycling positions, Huw Ifor Griffiths
Prediction of running economy based on observation, Thomas A. Raunig
Physiological comparison of racewalking and brisk walking at three submaximal speeds in female recreational racewalkers, Craig A. Wagoner
Theses/Dissertations from 1988
City of Denver and the Winter Park Recreation Association| A case study as it relates to the Lolo Peak Ski Area proposal, Dudley Improta
Development of a test for isometric strength of flattening of the lumbar curve during posterior pelvic tilt in the standing position, Susan E. Kirchmyer
Survey and evaluation of instructor qualifications client risks and associated owner-management liability at selected fitness establishments in Minnesota, Eleanor Challen Laursen
Prediction factors for determining acute mountain sickness, Guy W. Leadbetter
A comparison of four protocols for maximal treadmill graded exercise testing in endurance athletes, Eric E. Vinje
Holistic stress management: A teacher's guide, Jill Ayn Young
Theses/Dissertations from 1987
Cost-effectiveness of corporate sponsored employee wellness programs, Kevin M. Bill
Training and evaluation of softball umpires in Missoula, Montana, Vicki C. Brown
Administration and operation of Special Olympics summer games in the state of Montana, Ann Schile Dorrance
Determination of a training zone by heart rate curves for three activities in cross-country skiers, Katherine A. Faryniarz
Exercise program for individuals with coronary artery disease : a behavior modification and motivational emphasis, Joyce M. Foddy
The effect of a specific respiration pattern on running efficiency and ventilation parameters of skilled distance runners, Stuart A. Melby
A comparison of hematological values of pregnant endurance runners and pregnant non-exercisers during the first trimester of pregnancy, Carolyn J. Ryan
Prediction of cycling time trial performance from VOb2max anaerobic threshold and cycling efficiency in sitting and standing bicycle test protocols, Katherine A. Van Dorn
Theses/Dissertations from 1986
Relationship of fitness to performance in a winter mountain warfare environment, Eugene A. Kay
Sport physical education and fitness in Yugoslavia, Joseph D. Lesar
Evaluation of fitness level and body composition of high school students of the University of Colima in Mexico, Manuel Jaime Velasco
Evaluation and effect of a new isokinetic-like exercise apparatus on upper body strength of adult women, Susan M. Walters
Interpretative values of fitness assessment within mentally retarded adults, Jennifer H. West
User's directory of outdoor recreational services for the disabled in the northern Rocky Mountain region, Mary Claire Zrinscak
Theses/Dissertations from 1985
The effects of a ten-week aerobic fitness program on depression, Craig J. Montagne
Isotonic and isokinetic training effect on vertical jump performance, Sarah D. Novak
Employee physical fitness and health promotion programs in the Japanese managed company, Gordon L. Opel
Association of aerobic capacity with selected CHD risk factors in males ages 16-18 years, Kerstin A. Stoedefalke
A study of position duties and responsibilities of community college athletic directors in the Northwestern United States, Diane L. Westbrook
Theses/Dissertations from 1984
Health education in Montana secondary schools, Diane K. Hammer
The effect of a 10-week physical fitness program on self-concept, Cathy A. Prinslow
Influence of past and present socialization factors on female participants and non-participants in college intramural programs, M. Diane Stinson
Aerobic fitness training and health locus of control, Timothy R. Wenzel
Theses/Dissertations from 1983
Origin and development of the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference, R. Allen Bohonus
Effects of variable constant and accommodating resistance on strength and power of adult men, Thomas William Cotner
The effects of squats and plyometric training on selected measures of leg power in men, John M. Lukes
Electromyographical study of two styles of full pushups, Carolyn Ruos
Prediction of VO2 max from a five-mile bicycle field test and percent body fat, James Robert Tobin
Theses/Dissertations from 1982
Resource guide for health and fitness program development, Sandra D. Butler
Prediction of arm aerobic power from field measures, Bruce W. Heidel
Comparison of a stroke-based method and an inner tennis method for effectiveness in teaching beginning tennis skills to college students, Patrick K. Luebstorf
Methodological considerations related to the use of the carbon dioxide rebreathing method for the determination of cardiac output, Michael H. Smith
Theses/Dissertations from 1981
Changes in testosterone levels and muscular hypertrophy in women due to a strength-training program, Darcy A. Chambers
Theses/Dissertations from 1980
Predicting minimal weights for high school wrestlers using the Tcheng-Tipton method with recommendations for weight loss method, James C. Fuller