Journal of Exercise Science & Physiotherapy

1-13

Authors: Nande, P.; Mudafale, V.; & Vali, S.

The present study was undertaken to assess micronutrient status of female & male players engaged in different sports disciplines. For this purpose, university & / state level players aged 19 – 22 years were selected. Total 13 females & 46 males were chosen. 24 hour‟s dietary recall method was used to collect information on food habits, meal timings & dietary pattern of subjects. Biochemical parameters such as hemoglobin %, blood pressure & pulse rate were examined. The results revealed that irrespective of sex & sports, mean intakes of thiamine, riboflavin, folic acid, calcium & phosphorus were found to be less than their respective recommended dietary allowances (RDAS). In contrast, mean daily intakes of carotene & vitamin c among players were found to be significantly exceeding the rdas (p<0.01). Players met only 50 % of their requirements for iron. Poor micro nutrient intake could possibly be attributed to the skipping of meals & training & college schedule of players. Mean hemoglobin % of majority groups of players were found to be exceeding the cut off level given by world health organization (who). Systolic blood pressure & diastolic blood pressure values were recorded to be closer to the normal values. Majority of groups of players showed mean pulse rate insignificantly above the normal value of 70 beats / minute (p>0.05). Key words: Micronutrient Status, Thiamine, Riboflavin, Calcium, Phosphorus, Iron, Carotene, Vitamin C, RDA, WHO

20-23

Authors: Chaudhary, S., Narkeesh, A. Gupta, N.

This was an experimental study done on 60 female subjects between the age group of 18-25 years to determine the effect of hand dominance on cognition. The subjects were selected through convenient sampling by using inclusion and exclusion criteria and were divided in two groups viz - Group A (comprising of right handed individuals) and Group-B (comprising of left handed individuals). Both the groups were assessed for their cognitive functions i.e. attention, memory and learning using Trail Making Test, modified MMSE and VAK learning questionnaire. Data was analyzed using independent „t‟ test and descriptive statistics. The left handers were found to be better in performing memory and attention tasks as compared to the right handers. Majority of left handers were found to have auditory learning style while majority of right handers were found to have visual learning styles. Keywords: Hand Dominance, Cognitive Functions, Attention, Memory, Learning

30-33

Authors: Kulandaivelan, S.. Verma, S.K., Vignesh, N.

The objective of the present study was to evaluate the test-retest reliability and day-to-day precision of a hand-held Blood Lactate Analyzer. Blood lactate levels were evaluated on 12 samples of human beings and blood was collected from both ring and middle finger for test-retest reliability. Day-to-day precision was determined by known concentration of two aqueous lactate control solutions once a day for 10 consecutive days. Results showed high test-retest reliability (r = 0.948; mean 2.41±0.86 in ring and 2.45±0.76 in middle finger) and high day-to-day reliability (r = 0.998; mean 1.1±0.08 in low control and 4.28±0.24 in high control solution). The results were similar to those previously reported. The results of this study support the use of the hand-held device in healthy human beings. Key Words: Test-Retest, Reliability, Blood Lactate, Portable Analyzer

38-41

Authors: Sandhu, K.S., Sharma, R.K. and Singh, A.

The study was conducted on 400 coaches of different sports disciplines between the age range of 30 to 55 years and having coaching experience of 5 to 25 years. The objectives of the study were to study the three dimensions of personality hardiness i.e. commitment, control and challenge among coaches in respect to their age level and to know the significant differences on three dimensions of personality hardiness among coaches of different levels of coaching experience. The coaches of the present sample were divided into three age groups i.e. coaches up to the age of 35 years (N=41); coaches between 35 to 45 years (N=199) and coaches above 45 years (N=160). The short version of Hardiness scale developed by Kobasa et al (1982) was used to assess the hardiness of the subjects. The comparison of the mean scores of three groups of coaches formed on the basis of their age level reveal that as age increases, the commitment of the coaches also go on increasing. The same trend was observed in case of control; the coaches above 45 years in age have better control (M=38.74) as compared to younger coaches up to 35 years (M=36.10) and coaches of 35 to 45 years (M=37.80). In the case of challenge, of course, the same trend is followed, however the results were not found to be significant statistically. Coaches were also compared on the three dimensions of personality hardiness on the basis of experience level of the coaches. Coaches were divided into three groups i.e. coaches having experience up to 10 years (N=36), between 10 to 20 years (N=206) and above 20 years (N=158). Comparison of means scores indicate that as experience of the coaches was increasing, their commitment level was also increasing. Keywords: Commitment, Control, Challenge, Age level, Coaching experience

45-49

Authors: Kaur, I. P.; and Kalra, R

The present investigation was undertaken to study the life style and nutritional profile of NIDDM patients. A representative group of 60 respondents belonging to different cities of punjab was selected. General information, dietary information, information about consumption of traditional food adjuncts like bittergourd, jambu and fenugreek seeds, diabetic history and activity pattern was collected. Height, weight and body mass index (BMI) were taken and food intake was recorded by 24 hour recall method. Fasting blood sugar (FBS) levels at the time of diagnosis of disease and prevailing ones at the time of survey were noted from reports of diagnostic laboratories. Observations showed that the majority of respondents were overweight and over 40 years of age with FBS levels of 200-300 mg/dl at the time of diagnosis. All respondents had general awareness regarding control of diabetes. Majority was consulting doctors, dieticians, was regular in walk and other exercises and was consuming glucose lowering food adjuncts. About 50% maintained fair to good control over diabetes. Data showed a definite decrease in their FBS levels. Mean daily intakes of energy and other essential nutrients except iron were adequate. Findings of study indicate that by modifying diet and life style one can maintain fair control over diabetes. Key Words: Fasting Blood Sugar, BMI, Obese, Traditional Food Adjuncts, Food Habits

56-61

Authors: Sindhu, J.S.

The study was conducted on 100 boxers and 100 athletes in the age range of 15-25 years to compare their anthropometric characteristics. The subjects were taken from various colleges of Punjab namely Guru Kanshi College, Nehru Memorial College, Mansa, Barjindra Co]lege, Faridkot, Rajindra College, Bhatinda. The results of the study in general reveal that boxers are bulky, taller and heavier than athletes; the significant differences however were noted in chest circumference between the two groups. Boxers in general are found to possess more deposition of subcutaneous fat in the regions of biceps, triceps and calf than the athletic group. However in statistical terms it is significant only in the triceps and calf regions. Comparison has also been made between senior and junior athletes and boxers by dividing the subjects into 15-20 and 20-25 year age groups. Key Words: Body Weight, Height, Circumferences, Skinfold Thickness