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2. 6. The importance of body-mass exponent optimization for evaluation of performance capability in cross-country skiing

   Author : Tomas Carlsson; Michail Tonkonogi; Christer Malm; Klavs Madsen; Högskolan Dalarna; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; allometric scaling; power-function modelling; maximal oxygen uptake; body mass; elite skiers; distance skiing; lactate threshold; double poling; sprint skiing; competition; power output; time trial; Hälsa och välfärd; Health and Welfare;

   Abstract : Introduction Performance in cross-country skiing is influenced by the skier’s ability to continuously produce propelling forces and force magnitude in relation to the net external forces. A surrogate indicator of the “power supply” in cross-country skiing would be a physiological variable that reflects an important performance-related capability, whereas the body mass itself is an indicator of the “power demand” experienced by the skier. READ MORE

4. 7. Evaluation of physical work capacity and leg muscle fatigue during exhaustive stair ascending evacuation

   Author : Amitava Halder; Ergonomi och aerosolteknologi; []
   Keywords : Stair climbing; Energy expenditure; Oxygen consumption; Electromyography; Muscle fatigue;

   Abstract : AbstractPhysical exhaustion can constrain human ascending work capacity and performance during emergency evacuation on stairs. The overall aim of this research was to explore and compare stair ascending capacities and physiological limitations during two different strategies: self-preferred pace in three different public stairways in the field, and controlled pace in a laboratory on a stair machine. READ MORE

5. 8. Cardiorespiratory fitness, insulin sensitivity, and perceptions of obesity treatment in obese children and adolescents

   Author : Gunilla Morinder; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : Adolescents; body composition; cardiorespiratory fitness; children; insulin sensitivity; obesity; phenomenography; physical activity; physical education classes; reproducibility; 6MWT;

   Abstract : Background and Aims: The childhood obesity epidemic is accelerating throughout the world and is associated with long-term medical and psychosocial consequences. To gain knowledge for clinical practice and further research, the overall aims of this thesis were to explore and describe obese children s and adolescents physical fitness, participation in organized physical activity, and insulin sensitivity (SI). READ MORE

6. 9. Disability and effects of weight loss in obese women

   Author : Ulla Evers Larsson; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : Activity limitations; exertion; maximum oxygen uptake; obesity; observation; oxygen cost; pain; questionnaire; treatment outcome; walking ability; weight loss; women;

   Abstract : INTRODUCTION: Obesity has become an important health problem world wide. It increases medical risks and affects daily living. Women are in the majority among obese persons seeking help. Standard recommendations on fitness training and losing weight by walking are common. READ MORE

7. 10. Integrating bioinformatics and physiology to describe genetic effects in complex polygenic diseases

   Author : Hemang Parikh; diabetes och endokrinologi Genomik; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Insulin sensitivity; Type 2 diabetes mellitus; Skeletal muscle; Gene expressionprofiling; TXNIP; Maximal oxygen uptake; Type 1 fibers; NDUFB5; CPT1B; ATP5C1; AHNAK; CAST; Genome-wide association studies.;

   Abstract : Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) results from interaction between genetic and environmental factors. The worldwide prevalence of T2DM is increasing rapidly due to reduction in physical activity, increase in dietary intake, and the aging of the population. READ MORE