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Effect of linear and undulating training periodization models on the repeated sprint ability and strength of soccer players

Motriz (Online); 24 (4), 2018
Purpose: The aim of the study was to investigate the effect of linear and undulating strength-power training scheme on the repeated sprint ability (RSA) and lower body strength of soccer players. Method: Twenty soccer players (under-20 category) were split into 2 groups: the linear load (LL, n=10) and ...

Plasma lipid abnormalities in Pakistani population: trends, associated factors, and clinical implications

Braz. j. med. biol. res; 51 (9), 2018
Previous studies have reported increased prevalence of coronary heart disease (CHD) in Indians and South Asian settlers in North America. This increased burden of CHD among South Asians is mainly caused by dyslipidemia. To the best of our knowledge, none of the previous works has studied the patterns and...

Analysis of socioeconomic gradients in the development of children aged 0-3 years in Fortaleza, Northeastern Brazil

ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE To identify the socioeconomic gradients in the measures of development and well-being of children under three years of age in Fortaleza, Northeastern Brazil. METHODS We compiled information using a socioeconomic survey instrument, collecting anthropometric measurements, observing the...

Variables associated with mouth breathing diagnosis in children based on a multidisciplinary assessment

CoDAS; 30 (4), 2018
ABSTRACT Purpose : This study was conducted to identify variables associated with mouth breathing diagnosis in children, based on multidisciplinary domains. Methods 119 children, six to 12 years old, underwent anamnesis, speech therapy (orofacial structures and stomatognathic functions), otorhinolaryng...

Improvement in lung function and functional capacity in morbidly obese women subjected to bariatric surgery

Clinics; 73 (), 2018
OBJECTIVE: To determine whether weight loss in women with morbid obesity subjected to bariatric surgery alters lung function, respiratory muscle strength, functional capacity and the level of habitual physical activity and to investigate the relationship between these variables and changes in both body c...

Medidas antropométricas de pirámide nasal en jóvenes ecuatorianos y sus preferencias cosméticas

"Introducción: Las características anatómicas de la nariz en cuanto a tamaños y ángulos varían de acuerdo con la etnia, género y edad. Objetivo: Determinar las medidas antropométricas de una población de jóvenes ecuatorianos y determinar sus preferencias estéticas en cuanto a la forma de la na...

Application of adiposity indices to a sample of physically active individuals living in the city of Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo, Brazil

OBJECTIVE: To compare adiposity indexes in physical activity individuals to evaluate behavior, diagnostic ability and to determine which parameter best reflects and diagnoses body fatness. METHODS: A cross-sectional study was performed on 100 physically active individuals (59% female). The participants ...

Estimation of body mass index from self-reported measures: what is the validity?

ABSTRACT The aim of this study was to evaluate the use of self-reported measures for calculating body mass index (BMI) and nutritional status. A cross-sectional quantitative study was conducted on 1,000 students. Body weight and height were measured by a trained evaluator and were obtained by self-report...

Alterations in the stomatognathic system due to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis

J. appl. oral sci; 26 (), 2018
Abstract Objectives: To compare the molar bite force, electromyographic activity, chewing efficiency and thickness of the masseter and temporalis muscles in individuals with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and healthy individuals. Material and Methods: Thirty individuals enrolled in the study were ...