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The effects of impact plus resistance training on the musculoskeletal system in premenopausal women

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Winters, Kerri M.

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Low bone mineral density (BMD) and poor stability both contribute to increased risk of fractures associated with a fall. The aim of this dissertation was two-fold. The first study, a cross-sectional analysis, sought to determine the anthropometric and/or performance variables that best predicted BMD and postural stability in mature, premenopausal...

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fractures associated with a fall. The aim of this dissertation was two-fold. The first study, a cross
Weighted vest exercise improves functional ability in women over 75 years of age

Creator:

Protiva, Karen W.

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The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of long-term weighted vest exercise on hip bone mass, functional ability and static balance in elderly women. This was a within subject exercise intervention study and included a 6-month control period. Twenty-three subjects (age 85 ± 6) were recruited and...

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ability and static balance in elderly women. This was a within subject exercise intervention study and
The effects of resistance training on fracture risk and psychological variables in postmenopausal women

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Shaw, Janet M.

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. The purpose of this study was determine if a 9-month resistance training intervention would decrease