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The nearly two dozen case studies in this realistic, timely book will help future and current coaches of youth sports develop successful strategies to avoid or overcome obstacles and become more aware of the need to remain professional... more
The nearly two dozen case studies in this realistic, timely book will help future and current coaches of youth sports develop successful strategies to avoid or overcome obstacles and become more aware of the need to remain professional and consider the implications of their actions. Based on real-life situations, it considers ethical and practical dilemmas from sports in locations across the country.
These compelling case studies illustrate everyday scenarios—such as teaching style conflicts, scheduling issues, cheating, confidentiality decisions, and working with over-involved parents—that occur in school coaching and athletics. The cases and the thought-provoking discussion questions that follow allow readers to work through the types of dilemmas they will face in their coaching careers and then carefully formulate their responses and decisions. A resource list for each case allows readers to further explore the issues and develop their personal responses to each situation. An accompanying instructor's manual, available upon adoption, includes possible responses to all discussion questions.
These compelling case studies illustrate everyday scenarios—such as teaching style conflicts, scheduling issues, cheating, confidentiality decisions, and working with over-involved parents—that occur in school coaching and athletics. The cases and the thought-provoking discussion questions that follow allow readers to work through the types of dilemmas they will face in their coaching careers and then carefully formulate their responses and decisions. A resource list for each case allows readers to further explore the issues and develop their personal responses to each situation. An accompanying instructor's manual, available upon adoption, includes possible responses to all discussion questions.
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Beginning Racquetball is written for beginning racquetball classes and players and is an easy-to-read manual on the basics of the game. It is designed to provide the beginning student with the bare necessities about game rules, competent... more
Beginning Racquetball is written for beginning racquetball classes and players and is an easy-to-read manual on the basics of the game. It is designed to provide the beginning student with the bare necessities about game rules, competent play, and basic strategies of racquetball. Detailed illustrations help students visualize grips, ball placement, and player movement on the court. Instructions directed at beginning racquetball teachers help customize drills and games to class size and student ability. The book covers equipment and safety; scoring; grips; forehand and backhand swings; offensive and defensive strokes; serves and returns; strategies; terminology; and ways to gain a competitive edge. There are also sections on drills and competitive play for students who want to get serious about the sport, including information on racquetball associations and official rules of play. Features An easy-to-read style helps students understand the elements of the game. Detailed illustrations help students visualize grips, ball placement, and player movement on the court. Instructions directed at racquetball teachers aid in classroom drills and games. Chapters on weight training and nutrition give students a competitive edge.
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One of the many challenges faced by coaches is being able to understand and support each athlete as an individual while simultaneously developing collective efficacy within the team. Individual athlete behaviors are typically categorized... more
One of the many challenges faced by coaches is being able to understand and support each athlete as an individual while simultaneously developing collective efficacy within the team. Individual athlete behaviors are typically categorized as ego-oriented or task-oriented. Although the motivational characteristic of an ego-oriented athlete is measured by their comparison to others, the task-oriented athlete is measured by skill improvement. Therefore, the development of collective efficacy requires the coach to observe ego-oriented and task-oriented behavior and apply strong leadership to foster task over ego. The purpose of this article is to identify the different characteristics of ego-oriented versus task-oriented motivation, how an ego-oriented athlete is developed, and how a coach can influence athletes toward task-oriented behavior by being a positive role model, creating a mastery environment, and developing a cohesive team setting.
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Abstract Demographic trends related to the baby-boomer generation suggest that the future will necessitate significant increases to the workforce serving this population. Recreational-therapy services are no exception, as this area of... more
Abstract Demographic trends related to the baby-boomer generation suggest that the future will necessitate significant increases to the workforce serving this population. Recreational-therapy services are no exception, as this area of practice ties directly to the anticipated health-care and quality-of-life needs of this growing segment of society. The purpose of this study was to determine the impact of a 30-hr service-learning project on recreational-therapy students' preferences regarding future employment in settings that serve older adults. Participants were a convenience sample of 23 recreational-therapy students who participated in a 30-hr service-learning project over the course of one semester. At the beginning and end of the semester, participants completed a single-item questionnaire asking them to rank-order their preferences regarding the client populations they would like to work with in the future. The Wilcoxon rank-sum test was utilized to determine changes in student preferences. Results indicated that prior to the service-learning project, older adults were the least desired population among five available options; however, after the service-learning program they were identified as the second most desired population. Findings suggest that participation in a service-learning program can increase recreational-therapy students' relative preference for working with older adults and should be considered when developing or revising academic programs.
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ABSTRACT RACQUETBALL IS A COMPLEX SPORT THAT INVOLVES MULTIFACETED MOVEMENT PATTERNS AND MUSCULAR INVOLVEMENT. ANALYZING THE UNIQUE DEMANDS OF THE SPORT AND THE NEEDS OF THE ATHLETE PROVIDES STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING SPECIALISTS WITH THE... more
ABSTRACT RACQUETBALL IS A COMPLEX SPORT THAT INVOLVES MULTIFACETED MOVEMENT PATTERNS AND MUSCULAR INVOLVEMENT. ANALYZING THE UNIQUE DEMANDS OF THE SPORT AND THE NEEDS OF THE ATHLETE PROVIDES STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING SPECIALISTS WITH THE REQUIREMENTS NEEDED TO OPTIMIZE PERFORMANCE AND PREVENT INJURY. TO DATE, THERE IS NO MODEL THAT IDENTIFIES NOR PROVIDES SPORT-SPECIFIC PROGRAMMING FOR RACQUETBALL. THEREFORE, THE AIMS OF THE ARTICLE ARE TO EVALUATE THE PHYSIOLOGICAL DEMANDS OF RACQUETBALL, IDENTIFY THE UNIQUE NEEDS OF RACQUETBALL ATHLETES, AND DEVELOP SPORT-SPECIFIC TRAINING METHODS THAT WILL MAXIMIZE PERFORMANCE AND REDUCE RISK OF INJURY.
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After-school physical activity programs for youth can develop and extend physical and mental skills necessary for health across the life span. With the considerable time and effort required to operate such programs, it is important that... more
After-school physical activity programs for youth can develop and extend physical and mental skills necessary for health across the life span. With the considerable time and effort required to operate such programs, it is important that youth are achieving tangible goals and benefit from the programs. Unfortunately, many after-school programs lack any formal evaluation process, and it is unclear whether participants accrue benefits. Using the experiences of developing and evaluating multiyear after-school programs, we discuss variables that should be considered in the design and operation of an effective after-school program. Examples include how to market the program, what to include, how the program’s size can affect outcomes, and how to effectively assess program effectiveness. Recommendations can be applied to other sport and physical activity–based programs to the benefit of program staff and participants. Subscribe to TPE
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The purpose of this article is to present a comparison between the current educational systems, vocational and professional practices as they pertain to Physical Education in Oklahoma, United States and Chile. Several topics are reviewed... more
The purpose of this article is to present a comparison between the current educational systems, vocational and professional practices as they pertain to Physical Education in Oklahoma, United States and Chile. Several topics are reviewed including similarities and differences in the curriculum, standards, goals, and how assessments occur. This article serves to denote some characteristics that could inspire and educate those teaching within each system to develop and teach a better and more global physical education program that adopts the best components from each country.
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Physical education teachers are expected to educate all students including those with disabilities. However, this can be challenging particularly when a future, novice, or current teacher does not appreciate or understand the challenges... more
Physical education teachers are expected to educate all students including those with disabilities. However, this can be challenging particularly when a future, novice, or current teacher does not appreciate or understand the challenges that a person with a disability may experience both in the physical education setting and in everyday life. Therefore, to foster disability appreciation among nine future physical educators enrolled in a college physical education program, a class assignment was designed to provide each participant with a 24-hour experience of living with a disability. Participants video recorded their experiences, and summary journals were transcribed and analyzed for themes. Resulting themes included Specific Experiences, Learning Outcomes, and Disability Appreciation. Themes are discussed and compared with current literature. Practical application and future research opportunities are suggested for others seeking to encourage practical experience that fosters disa...
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A coach’s roles and responsibilities vary depending on situational factors. However, several characteristics of a coach are recognized as important for success irrespective of the coaching level or ability of the athletes. Physical role... more
A coach’s roles and responsibilities vary depending on situational factors. However, several characteristics of a coach are recognized as important for success irrespective of the coaching level or ability of the athletes. Physical role modeling is a characteristic largely forgotten in the literature and coaching standards, yet can have important positive or negative outcomes in athlete performance and coach credibility and well-being. Therefore, the purpose of this article is to present a rationale for including physical role modeling within the tenets of coaching roles and responsibilities. Second, practical suggestions are made to demonstrate how physical role modeling can be presented positively, even when physical abilities are limited.
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Background and aims: There are many articles about the effects of different training methods on lipid profiles in the elderly. The objective of the present study was to investigate the influence of training on the lipid profile in the... more
Background and aims: There are many articles about the effects of different training methods on lipid profiles in the elderly. The objective of the present study was to investigate the influence of training on the lipid profile in the elderly. Methods: In this study, databases of PubMed, Embase, Scopus, ScienceDirect, Web of Science, SID, Magiran, and Google Scholar were searched. Intervention effects were presented as mean difference (MD) with a random-effects model. Subgroup analysis and sensitivity analysis were performed to study heterogeneity, following the primary screening of the full text of the articles. Results: A total of 23 trials with 1654 individuals were included in the meta-analysis. Levels of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) (MD = 0.47 mg/dL; P<0.001, SE = 0.08, V = 0.01, 95% CI = 0.31 0.63, Z = 5.73, 19 trials), low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) (MD = -0.46; P<0.001, SE = 0.11, V = 0.01, 95% CI = -0.68 -0.25, Z = -4.24), triglyceride (MD...
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The objective of this study was to determine whether music, positive feedback, and/or negative feedback impacted jump shooting performance in NAIA Division I male and female basketball players. Using a cross-over design, participants... more
The objective of this study was to determine whether music, positive feedback, and/or negative feedback impacted jump shooting performance in NAIA Division I male and female basketball players. Using a cross-over design, participants (N=20) took 50 shots from 15 feet and 50 shots from the 3-point line under four conditions (silence, music, positive feedback, negative feedback). The number of shots made were recorded and a one-way ANOVA was used to determine differences between gender. Repeated measures ANOVAs were used to determine differences between conditions in shooting performance and to identify differences in gender by condition. Analysis yielded no significant (p>.05) differences between gender or gender by condition. However, significant differences (p<.05) between conditions were noted, as participants had better shooting percentages in silence and music conditions compared to positive and negative reinforcement for shots from 15 feet. Participants also had better sh...
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The acute effects of caffeine and polyphenols on mood havebeen studied extensively, but the impact of chronic consumption of caffeine andpolyphenols on mood needs further exploration. Polyphenols a...