This study evaluated a mandatory fitness assessment and counseling program designed to reduce coronary risk factors related to diet and exercise. The study was conducted at a southwestern graduate level theological institution. There were 19 mandatory and 22 voluntary participants. Each subject initially had either high blood pressure, high percentage body fat, or high total cholesterol. Significant changes were made within both groups regarding body fat percentage and diastolic blood pressure. Total cholesterol levels decreased for the voluntary group only. The mandatory group significantly improved their exercise level, yet still showed a significantly less positive attitude towards exercise. Overall, the fitness assessment and counseling was somewhat beneficial for both the mandatory and voluntary groups.
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:unt.edu/info:ark/67531/metadc500396 |
| Date | 12 1900 |
| Creators | Moorhead, Pamela K. (Pamela Kay) |
| Contributors | Fridinger, Frederick W., Weis, Stephen E., Chng, Chwee-Lye, Delaney, Gloria |
| Publisher | University of North Texas |
| Source Sets | University of North Texas |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Thesis or Dissertation |
| Format | iv, 60 leaves, Text |
| Coverage | United States - Texas |
| Rights | Public, Moorhead, Pamela K. (Pamela Kay), Copyright, Copyright is held by the author, unless otherwise noted. All rights reserved. |
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