Search for dissertations about: "fitness at the University of"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 55 swedish dissertations containing the words fitness at the University of.
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1. Influences of in vivo and in vitro loading on the proteoglycan synthesis of articular cartilage chondrocytes
Abstract : In this study, the biosynthesis of proteoglycans (PGs) was examined in articular cartilage of canine hip joint after long-distance running experiment and in bovine chondrocyte cultures during in vitro loading with hydrostatic pressure. In addition, new assays were developed for more sensitive quantitation of glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) and PGs. READ MORE
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2. The application of the Critical Power construct to endurance exercise
Abstract : Critical power (CP) is a theoretical construct reflecting the highest work rate that can be maintained by continuous aerobic energy resynthesis for an infinite period of time. In practice, however, the CP estimate derived from mathematical modelling usually leads to exhaustion within 1 h. READ MORE
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3. Preparing Sports Coaches for the 21st Century : A Qualitative Case Study of a Graduate Sports Coaching Education Program
Abstract : Sports coaching education and research in higher education have received increased attention lately, especially in English-speaking countries such as the U.S., Canada, New Zealand, Australia, and the UK (Potrac, Gilbert, & Denison, 2013). READ MORE
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4. Physical activity in patients with heart failure : motivations, self-efficacy and the potential of exergaming
Abstract : Background: Adherence to recommendations for physical activity is low in patients with heart failure (HF). It is essential to explore to what extent and why patients with HF are physically active. READ MORE
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5. Cardiovascular disease and all-cause mortality : influence of fitness, fatness and genetic factors
Abstract : BackgroundLow aerobic fitness and obesity are associated with atherosclerosis, and thereforegreatly increase the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and early death. It has long been known that atherosclerosis my begin early in life. READ MORE