| Autor: |
GLAVE, A. PAGE, DIBREZZO, RO, APPLEGATE, DANIKA K., OLSON, JACILYN M. |
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Journal of Physical Education & Sport; 2013, Vol. 13 Issue 4, p471-478, 8p |
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Problem Statement: Multiple studies have examined the effects of weight on gait, and some studies have examined the effects of activity on gait. However the combination of the two has yet to be explored. Approach: In this preliminary study of the combination of weight and activity a survey was used to assess activity. A survey was used to assess activity for two reasons: ease of administration and accessibility to the practitioner. Purpose: The purpose of this study was to examine how weight and activity affect gait. Participants were 22 adult females (10 normal weight, 12 overweight). Participants had BMI determined and underwent gait analysis. Step width, preferred walking speed, stride length, angular displacement at the knee and ankle, and peak knee flexion and extension velocity were examined. A multivariate approach was utilized to determine if significant differences existed between the groups. Univariate tests were examined if multivariate significance was found. Results: Overweight participants had decreased preferred walking speed (1.31 ± 0.16 m/s vs. 1.53 ± 0.18 m/s; p < .03) and stride length (1.23 ± 0.11 m vs. 1.38 ± 0.11 m; p < .03). There were no significant effects for activity or the interaction of weight and activity. Conclusions: Additional research is needed to further explore weight status grouping methods and the interaction of weight status and activity. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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