Cardiff School of Sport and Health Sciences: Recent submissions
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Highs and Lows of Sympathetic Neuro-cardiovascular Transduction: Influence of Altitude Acclimatization and Adaptation
(American Physiological Society, 2020)High-altitude (>2500m) exposure results in increased muscle sympathetic nervous activity (MSNA) in acclimatizing lowlanders. However, little is known about how altitude affects MSNA in 66 indigenous high-altitude populations. ... -
Stimulus-specific functional remodeling of the left ventricle in endurance and resistance-trained men
(American Physiological Society, 2020-09-01)Left ventricular (LV) structural remodeling following athletic training has been evidenced through training-specific changes in wall thickness and geometry. Whether the LV response to changes in hemodynamic load also adapts ... -
Perceived barriers to, and benefits of physical activity among British military veterans that are wounded, injured, and/or sick: a Behaviour Change Wheel perspective
(Taylor and Francis, 2020-06-22)Purpose: Many British military veterans that are wounded, injured, and/or sick (WIS) face significant physical, psychological and social challenges following discharge from the military. There is increasing evidence to ... -
Human Error in Information Security: Exploring the Role of Interruptions and Multitasking in Action Slips
(Springer, 2020-07-10)Breaches of cyber-security often arise unintentionally from the human user such as when switching between subtasks or external interruptions, disrupting the flow of work and leading to action slips in the execution of a ... -
Effect of sport education on students’ perceived physical literacy, motivation, and physical activity levels in university required physical education: a cluster-randomized trial
(Springer, 2020-08-11)Originating from the field of physical education, physical literacy is an individual disposition that accentuates the importance of lifelong physical activity. Sport education is a sport-based physical education curriculum ... -
Dairy-free imitation cheese: is further development required?
(Emerald, 2020-07-01)Purpose The aim of this study was to compare the organoleptic attributes and meltability of selected, commercial dairy-free imitation cheeses (DFICs) with those of their dairy counterparts to thus determine whether ... -
Comparison between Modelflow® and echocardiography in the determination of cardiac output during and following pregnancy at rest and during exercise
(Facultad de Educación, 2020-07-23)During pregnancy, assessment of cardiac output (Q ̇), a fundamental measure of cardiovascular function, provides important insight into maternal adaptation. However, methods for dynamic Q ̇ measurement require validation. ... -
Understanding the Behaviours Employed by Parents to Support the Psychological Development of Elite Youth Tennis Players in England
(Taylor and Francis, 2020)The current study had two objectives: (1) to explore which psychological skills (e.g., self-talk and imagery) and characteristics (e.g., motivation and focus) (PSCs) parents deemed important for their children’s development, ... -
Adopting an appreciative inquiry approach to propose change within a national talent development system
(Taylor and Francis, 2020)The subject of talent in sport continues to fascinate and intrigue as organisations seek to identify and deliver an effective talent development programme in an effort to ensure systemic success. In the quest to deliver ... -
Taking a long-term approach to the development of weightlifting ability in young athletes
(Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins, 2020)Despite previous misconceptions, youth participation in weightlifting is now recognizedas safe and beneficial when delivered, programed, and monitored by a qualifiedprofessional. This article explores teaching progressions ... -
Appreciative Inquiry as a methodological approach to collaboration between different sporting organisations in Wales to promote physical literacy
(Taylor and Francis, 2020)The aim of this study was for university consultants to apply and critically evaluate Appreciative Inquiry (AI) as a methodological approach to collaboration with the national organisation for promoting sport and physical ... -
Developing athletic motor skill competencies in youth
(Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins, 2020)Synergistic development of muscular strength and motor skill competency is central to Long Term Athletic Development. However, these qualities need to be developed in a logical and progressive manner and training methods ... -
Exercise Programming for Children with ASD: Recommendations for Strength and Conditioning Specialists
(Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins, 2020)The purpose of this article is to introduce strength and conditioning specialists to autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and to identify the many benefits of delivering exercise programs to children with ASD. Additionally, the ... -
Effects of plyometric jump training on jump and sprint performance in young male soccer players: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
(Springer, 2020)Abstract Background: Even from a young age, modern soccer requires high levels of physical fitness development, particularly jumping and sprinting. Plyometric jump training (PJT), combined with young athletes’ regular ... -
Change over time in adolescent smoking, cannabis use and their association: findings from the school health research network in Wales
(Elsevier, 2020)Background: While tobacco smoking has declined among UK youth in recent decades, cannabis use has begun to show some growth. Given their interrelationship, growth in cannabis use may act as a barrier to continued reduction ... -
Reducing SSI rates for women birthing by caesarean section
(Ptm Publishers, 2020-06-01)Surgical site infections (SSIs) are the most common type of nosocomial infection, accounting for up to 20% of all hospitalacquired infections in Europe (European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control [ECDPC], 2013). ... -
A Comparison of the Severity of Tinnitus in Patients with and without Hearing Loss Using the Tinnitus Functional Index (TFI)
(Taylor & Francis, 2020-08-13)Background: Tinnitus is a disturbing symptom present in approximately 15% of the world population and between 2-7% of tinnitus sufferers seek medical help because of the chronic distress caused. Although well established ... -
Combining diabetic foot and retinopathy screening: A step in the right direction? – a feasibility study
(Sage, 2020-07-28)Objectives: Peripheral artery disease is a major cardiovascular disease affecting more than 200 million people globally and up to 4 times more frequent in the diabetic population. It can lead to lower extremity amputations ... -
The Role of Optimism and Psychosocial Factors in Athletes Recovery from ACL Injury: A Longitudinal Study
(Frontiers Media, 2020)Despite a growing interest into the role of psychosocial factors during the recovery period following sports injuries, there remains a paucity of longitudinal studies examining the indirect relationships between psychosocial ... -
From secondary school to university: associations between sport participation and total and domain-specific sedentary behaviours in Spanish students
(Taylor and Francis, 2020-05-06)Effective ways to reduce sedentary behaviour in adolescents are needed to mitigate the risk of chronic disease and poor mental health. Organised sport participation is the most practiced physical activity during adolescence. ...
