The University of St. Thomas

  Student Research Researcher
LEVEL OF SPORTS AROUSAL NEEDED TO BE AN EFFECTIVE HITTER. · 06/29/2010
Results suggest that it is effective as a hitter to have a low sports arousal. A slow deep respiration rate before hitting will contribute to achieving low sports arousal level. 		Samantha Rudesill
Influence of shoulder range of motion on 50-yard freestyle times of division III female collegiate swimmers · 06/29/2010
It has been proven that swimmers traditionally have greater glenohumeral joint laxity compared to a normalized group.		 Kristina Henshue
A Biomechanical Analysis of the Lacrosse Shot: Long-stick Vs. Short-stick · 06/29/2010
Data suggests that there is a significant difference between the shot speeds generated by the short stick vs. the long stick.		 Eric Tiffany
The Relationship between Abdominal Strength and the Speed of a Cross Jab. · 06/29/2010
Is there a relationship between the speed of a cross jab and the strength of the rectus abdominis or the external oblique's? 		Heather DeVinny
Leg joint flexibility and velocity of kicked soccer ball in college age males. · 06/29/2010
Leg joint flexibility will not affect the velocity of a kicked soccer ball. Stretching will increase leg joint flexibility. 		Meghan Grathen
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 COMPARISON BETWEEN LIQUID AND GEL CAFFEINE INGESTION ON GROSS AND FINE MOTOR SKILL · 03/18/2009
The purpose of this study was to determine whether ingesting caffeine through liquid or gel forms resulted in significant differences in gross and fine motor skills compared with no caffeine.		 Chelsea Wirtz
Kinematics of Running on Concrete vs. Grass · 03/18/2009
Kinematics is the branch of mechanics that deals with the motion of objects, but not concerned with the forces that cause the motion. Scientists have concluded that there has been shown that certain influences, such as surface, injury, and footwear can affect the kinematics of humans but are uncertain as to why humans adapt to these influences. In this study, the joint angles of the four phases of the Gait Cycle of running were analyzed on concrete versus grass. Specifically, the wrist, elbow, shoulder, hip, knee, and ankle were analyzed using KA Video. The four phases the Gait was divide into were heel down, mid-stance, toe off, heel down/toe down.		 Andrea Cossetta
THE EFFECT OF PERCEIVED HEAVINESS ON FLAT BENCH PRESS PERFORMANCE · 07/22/2008
The purpose of this study was to determine what effect, if any, perceived heaviness on flat bench press performance, i.e. repetitions.		 Ryan Nelson
Physiological measurements obtained from one mode of testing and training applied to another mode in cycling and running. · 07/22/2008
The primary objective of this study was to determine if physiological measurements obtained from one mode of testing and training could be applied to another mode, as in cycling and running. 		Courtney Tofte
Arm Extensor and Flexor Muscle’s Effect on Golf Club Head Angle at Impact · 07/11/2008
How does forearm muscle strength affect club face at impact, accounting for either an open/closed club face? 		Jamie Pomeroy
LOWER EXTREMITY IMBALANCES IN COLLIGATE DANCERS · 07/08/2008
The purpose of this study was to determine whether there is a significant difference in the muscular strength of collegiate dancers. 		Stacey Koesters
The Effect of Heel Inclination on Posture at the Cervical, Sacral, & Thoracic Vertebral Angles  · 07/08/2008
Previous studies have looked at the kinematics of heel inclination as well as trunk angle, knee flexion, and muscle EMG.		 Sara Hillesheim
The Affect of Core Strength on Club Head Speed in Golf · 07/08/2008
Egret’s study “The Effect of Electromyographic equipment on Golf Swing Kinematics”, concluded that EMG equipment influences the kinematic pattern of the golf swing, reducing club head speed by 6.7%		 Matthew Farmer
Core Strength of Fatigued and Non-fatigued Collegiate Distance Runners · 07/08/2008
This study was designed to determine the difference of core strength in a runner before and after a workout that brought them to fatigue. it was also designed to determine the correlation between core strength and performance time. 		Kalsey Larson
THE EFFECT OF HYPERPRONATION OF THE FEET ON PELVIC ALIGNMENT IN A STANDING POSITION · 07/08/2008
Hyperpronation is excessive inward rotation of the ankle joint and foot during walking or while standing and has been suggested to be the cause of improper alignment of the lower extremities (Ireland et al, 2003).  		Molly Kroona
THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN STRIDE LENGTH AND INJURY IN TRAINED COLLEGIATE RUNNERS. · 07/08/2008
PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to determine if there was a relationship between running stride length and injuries in trained collegiate runners. Previous research has indicated that a shorter stride tends to allow runners to run with minimal injuries. Over striding has been associated with a higher injury rate (Leubbers, P. 2005). 		Julia Anderson
FLAT DANCE SHOES VS. POINTE BALLET SHOES ON THE EFFECT OF ARCH HEIGHT IN NOVICE PRE-TEEN FEMALE DANCERS VS. EXPERIENCED COLLEGIATE FEMALE DANCERS  · 07/08/2008
The purpose of this research was to measure the effect that different dance shoes have on arch height in novice pre-teen (age  = 12 ; years of dance experience = 7) and experienced collegiate female dancers (age  = 18; years of dance experience = 14) and to determine if arch height is affected by years of dance experience. 		Lauren Hible
DETECTING CNS FATIGUE IN DIVISION III SPRINTERS AND JUMPERS · 07/08/2008
Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine if Central Nervous System (CNS) fatigue could be measured in Division III sprinters and jumpers by using the finger tap test. Finding a difference in the number of taps performed in the tap test and the degree of difficulty of workouts was to be established. 		Kevin Haglund
Rectus Femoris Activation on a Treadmill and Elliptical Trainer · 07/07/2008
Eight college age females (age=21.6 yr. ± 1.2; ht=64.5 in ± 3.4; wt=123.13 lbs ± 9.38) who worked out on average three days per week volunteered to participate in this study.		 Sarah Coffing
Is there a difference in the heart rate of sprinters during a workout on the track versus a workout on the exercise bike? · 07/07/2008
the purpose of this study was to determine whether a sprint workout done on the exercise bikes provides a cardiovascular workout similar to one done on the track.		 Selina Dehn
 Effects of Caffeine on Basal Metabolic Rate and Metabolism of Fat and Carbohydrate During Moderate Exercise · 07/07/2008
The purpose of this study was: 1) To analyze the effects of caffeine on basal metabolic rate (BMR). 2) To analyze the effect caffeine has on the percentage of calories burned as fat versus calories burned as carbohydrate during moderate exercise.		 Adam Michalik
Recovery of Soccer Players From High Intensity Exercise Due to Fatigue · 06/18/2008
The aerobic system is the recovery system from high intensity exercise.  I hypothesize that the higher the aerobic capacity (VO2MAX) the faster the recovery from high iontensity exercise will be.		 Jason English
Muscle activity during yoga breathing exercise compared to abdominal crunches performed on an inclined board. · 06/17/2008
This study was designed to establish the maximal muscle exertion in the lower abdominal muscles, compare these measurements to those found during a yoga breath and a sit up performed on an inclined board, and determine which exercise provides the more efficient workout.		 Meg Henry
Core Muscular Endurance and Running Performance in Trained Distance Runners · 06/17/2008
Core Training: Effective Training for Runners?		 Dann Albright
Effects of Increased Physical Activity on Major Health Factors in Adult Women · 06/12/2008
The goal of this research project was to uncover the physical and psychological/behavioral health benefits that a community-based exercise program has on the adult female population. The study would expectedly determine the significance of increasing one’s daily activity through the Lose it for Life or President’s Challenge exercise programs. 		Nicole Nathan
The effects of music tempo on running pace and heart rate · 06/12/2008
Faster tempo, more motivating, will cause a higher HR and faster running pace Slower tempo, more calming, will cause a lower HR and slower running pace. 		Courtney Hayes.
The effects of weight loading on the kinematics of the squat exercise in moderately trained male athletes · 06/12/2008
The purpose of this study was to determine if there was a change in the kinematics of the squat exercise in moderately trained male individuals with additional loading. It was hypothesized that there would be a significant difference between the kinematics of the squat exercise with increased loading. 		Daniel Hutton
The affect of core strength on slap shot speed in ice hockey. · 06/10/2008
The purpose of this study was to explore the relationship between core strength and slap shot speed in ice hockey. Determining this relationship can give us insight on how to help athletes achieve maximal levels of performance.		 Zoltan Callaghan
Biomechanics of Advanced Snowboarders During Toeside Turns · 04/30/2008
Five advanced adult riders were video taped performing toeside and heelside turns on a light blue rated slope (relatively easy slope). Three male riders and two female riders (age = 24 ± 5.8 years) participated in this study. 		Matt Weflen
THE RELATIONSHIP OF HIP MUSCLE IMBALANCE TO CORE STRENGTH AND STABILITY · 04/29/2008
The purpose of this project was to determine the relationship between right and left hip muscle imbalances on core strength and stability. 		Sarah Just