This quasi-experimental, pre-and-post-test, multi-method design examined e-prompting, and its impact on adherence to a desk-situated workplace exercise program. Fifty volunteer inactive office workers were recruited from a Canadian college. The intervention tested the effectiveness of a 12-week, twice-daily, low resistance, exercise band program with or without e-prompting. Pre-and-post-test data were collected through two questionnaires and measurements of strength/endurance. Additionally, the intranet exercise web site recorded participants' frequency log in data. Quantitative findings showed significant strength improvements in three of the measures (leg press, chest press, bicep curl). Data from the pre-and-post questionnaires found significant positive movement in four questions. Analysis of qualitative data identified two themes, barrier to physical activity and convenience suggesting that the intervention enhanced participants' self-efficacy to perform and adhere to an exercise program. The combination of e-prompting combined with a desk exercise program appears to have the potential to increase physical activity among inactive office workers.

The purpose of this research project was to develop and validate a physical fitness test battery and maintenance standards for Canadian Forces diving personnel. Four dive groups were studied including: Clearance; Ship's Team; Port Inspection; and Cbt divers. Seven sub-studies were conducted during the development and validation of the Canadian Forces Diver Physical Fitness Test (CF DPFT) and standards: 1) development of a preliminary test battery; 2) validation of the finalized test battery; 3) physiological demands comparison between field tasks and a simulated circuit; 4) development of the minimal standards for land-based activities; 5) development of the minimal standards for water-based activities; 6) determination of test-retest reliability; and 7) an assessment of adverse impact. The CF DPFT was developed and validated through various sources of information, including: feedback from subject matter experts; literature reviews; physiological measurements; interviews; focus groups; observations; and video analyses. The proposed CF DPFT provides a valid assessment of the minimum level of fitness CF diving personnel require in order to complete all CF-related diving duties safely and efficiently.

Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is described by the broadly defined symptoms, attention-deficit, hyperactivity and impulsivity. Characterized as the most common diagnosed developmental disorder in childhood, pharmacological interventions have been the most studied and used forms of treatment. Given that the alleviating effects of medication are not universal. researchers have considered other adjuvant therapies. Physical activity is one intervention that has received limited attention. but has been suggested. The purpose of this study was to extend the limited research by the following: (1) provide evidence for the prevalence of physical activity in ADHD children, as well as determine the prevalence of physical activity therapeutic practices, (2) explore the relationship between physical activity and ADHD symptoms, and determine which specific ADHD symptom(s) physical activity may affect most, and (3) identify any moderators of the physical activity and ADHD symptom relationship. Participants included 101 parents, mostly from Canada, who currently have a child with diagnosed ADHD and were recruited through collaboration with the Learning Disabilities Association - South Vancouver Island Chapter by mail and through ADHD online internet parent forums. Participants were asked to complete a questionnaire pertaining to their child's medical history, behavioral symptoms, physical activity behaviors and practices, and parent socio-demographics. Results indicate that 76% of the sample did not meet Canadian national recommended physical activity guidelines, and 52% of the sample does not use physical activity as a therapy.

<p>Participation in recreational sports can play a vital role in enhancing a student's life. Recreational sports are esepecially beneficial for students with disabilities as it aids in the facilitation of integration into mainstream society. The University of the Western Cape offers a range of recreational sports to their students but the question posed is, are these recreational sports accessible to students who are physically, auditory and/or visually disabled? The aim of this research project was therefore to explore the extent to which the University of the Western Cape's recreational sport was accessible to male and female studnets with disabilities.</p>

Thesis (Ph. D.)--Ohio State University, 2007. / Title from first page of PDF file. Includes bibliographical references (p. 311-317).

Thesis (Ph.D.)--Harvard University, 2001. / Includes bibliographical references (leaves 279-311).

Thesis (Ph. D.)--Oregon State University, 2009. / Printout. Includes bibliographical references (leaves 89-94). Also available on the World Wide Web.

Thesis (Ph.D.)--Edith Cowan University, 2007. / Submitted to the Faculty of Education and Arts. Includes bibliographical references.

Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Western Sydney, 2007. / A thesis submitted to the University of Western Sydney, School of Psychology, in fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Psychology). Includes bibliography.

Thesis (Ph. D.)--Auburn University. / Abstract. Vita. Includes bibliographical references (p. 51-62).