All master’s theses completed through the Graduate College of Western Michigan University since 2012 have been entered into ScholarWorks. Some may be embargoed or restricted by the authors and may be only available from on-campus computers. Print copies from earlier years are available through interlibrary loan. We have a few digital copies of earlier years. If you have any questions, please contact maira.bundza@wmich.edu.
Theses/Dissertations from 2020
Lower Limb Force Asymmetries during Landing and Jumping Exercises, Simon Cone
Interval Training Using the Lactate Retention Method: A Pilot Study, Tyler M. Dundore
Theses/Dissertations from 2019
Postactivation Potentiation Effects from Maximal Isometric Contractions Performed at Different Hip Joint Angles, Kyle DeRosia
Effect of Caffeine Supplementation on Vertical Jump Performance, Heart Rate Variability, and Electromyography, Collin T. Garner
Relationship between One Repetition Maximum Parallel Squat and Jump Squat Peak Power, Corey Klitzke
Theses/Dissertations from 2018
Effects of Instability on Core Muscle Activation in a Side Bridge, Erin E. Kishman
Theses/Dissertations from 2017
The Impact of Mindfulness Training in a Division I Gymnastics Team: A Pilot Study, Nicholas Cherup
The Impact of Heart Rate Monitor Use on Student Intensity in Elementary Physical Education, Gerrit J. van Klaveren
Theses/Dissertations from 2016
Effect of Listening to Music During Warmup on Wingate Anaerobic Test Performance, Russell P. Fox
Factors lnfluencing Weight Gain and Perceived Barriers of Exercise in First Semester College Students, Noah C. Neuenfeldt
Theses/Dissertations from 2015
Effect of a 7-Week Rock Climbing Class on Physical Fitness and Performance, Justin Scott Cargo
Theses/Dissertations from 2014
The Effects of Different Warm-Up Methods on Anaerobic Power, Bradley Kendall
Effects of Various Partial Body Cooling Techniques on Core Temperature during Recovery from Prolonged Cycling-Induced Heat Stress, Afton Danielle Seeley
Comparison of Dual- and Tri-Axial Accelerometer Accuracy, Lindsay Powell Toth
Theses/Dissertations from 2013
The Effects of a Moisture-Wicking Fabric Shirt on the Physiological Responses During Acute Exercise in the Heat, Kimberly Wigboldy
Theses/Dissertations from 2012
The Effect of Ad Libitum Hydration on Cognitive Function Following Exercise in the Heat, Matthew Wittbrodt
Theses/Dissertations from 2011
The Effects of a Moisture-Wicking Fabric Shirt on the Physiological Responses during Acute Exercise in the Heat, Justin De Sousa
Theses/Dissertations from 2010
A Preliminary Investigation into the Effect of Kinesio and Athletic Tape on Skin Blood Flow Changes, Ryan Klawon
A Comparison of The Physiological Responses during Exercise of Varying Incline Levels between Two Different Elliptical Trainers, Bradley A. Roberts
Theses/Dissertations from 2009
Preplanned and Reactive Agility Training Influence on Agility Test Performance in Male Adolescents, Heidi Neitzke
Effects of High Dose Fish Oil Supplementation on Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (Doms) and Inflammatory Markers, Robert Standley
Theses/Dissertations from 2008
The Effect of Acute Resistance Training on Resting Metabolic Rate in Men, Steven William Ball
Effectiveness of Improving Performance with the Bigger Faster Stronger In-Season Training Program, Alicia D. Crelinsten
The Effects of Sodium Citrate Ingestion Upon Performance and Metabolic Factors Related to Cycling, Jonathan Decker
Effects of Different Intensity Bouts of Resistance Exercise but Equal Work on Excess Post-Exercise Oxygen Consumption, Milos Galecic
Theses/Dissertations from 2007
The Effects of Dexamethasone Iontophoresis on an Acute Muscle Injury of the Biceps Brachii, Andrew Doyle
Self-Reported Health and Fitness Habits of Certified Athletic Trainers, Jessica J. Groth
The Influence of Pedometers and Heart Rate Monitors on Academic Learning Time in Physical Education, Jeffrey E. Kingma
Theses/Dissertations from 2006
The Effects of Subcutaneous Tissue on Peak Torque and Intensity Output of Neuromuscular Stimulation, Rosealin L. Ganschow
The Effects of a 6-Weekly Plyometric Training Program on Agility, Jeremy Herniman
The Influence of Exercise Protocol on the Determination of Lactate Threshold, Monica Rae Lininger
Attitudes, Beliefs, and Appropriate Shin Guard Usage in Division III Collegiate Soccer, Aimee Reuter
The Effects of Pitching Cords on Speed and Accuracy in Female Collegiate Softball Pitchers, Joseph Robert Tofferi
Theses/Dissertations from 2005
Influence of Social Group and Health/Exercise Program on Obesity Related Outcome Measures Among Obese Adolescents, Debra Braley
Perception and Prevalence of the Hostile Environment in Athletic Training, Leah S. Gagnon
The Effects of Acute Exercise of Plasma Volume Expansion in Men – Variations of the Intensity/Duration Relationship, Christopher Matthew Gregory
The Effect of Glycemic Indices and Timing of Meal on Exercise to Fatigue, Amy Morrison Gyorkos
Effect of the Cycle-Run Transition on Running Economy in Triathletes, James J. Swanson
Theses/Dissertations from 2004
The Effects of Cross-Education Techniques on Balance, Tracey Bryant
A Survey of Lightning Safety Policy in Selected High Schools, Katie Groszek
Employment Trends in Athletic Training at the Secondary School Level After CAAHEP Accreditation, Jared A. Hough
The Effects of Water versus Land Plyometric Drills on Balance, Jaclyn Kelly
The Effects of Two Different Body Weight Support Harnesses on Oxygen Consumption and Heart Rate in Healthy Individuals, Sara Alison Koski
Comparison Effects of Tape and the McDavid Ultra Brace in Limiting the Amount and Rate of Ankle Inversion, Leah M. Pataki
The Effects of Balance Training Between Land and Aquatic Environments, Aimee Roth
Effects of Emu Oil in Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness of the Quadriceps, Michaelyn Sebold
Qualitative Analysis of the Transition of CAAHEP Accredited Athletic Training Education Programs into the New Educational Guidelines, Jennifer L. Trippe
Theses/Dissertations from 2003
Sport Supplements and High School Athletes: A Study of Use and Motivations, Bethany Coovert
Effects of Beta-Blockers on Maximal Oxygen Consumption, Steven P. Cramer
Athletic Trainers' Perceptions of Competence in Therapeutic Exercise, Christopher J. Jones
A Biomechanical Analysis of Steeplechase Barrier Clearance Techniques: Hurdle and Step-On, David G. Paschke
Perception of the Treatment Efficacy of Therapeutic Magnets on Pain Control of Exercise Induced Muscle Soreness in the Non-Dominant Wrist and Forearm in High School Athletes, Stacy L. Schlumbohm
Institutional Barriers in Obtaining CAAHEP Accreditation: A Comparison Study, Jenny Toonstra
Theses/Dissertations from 2002
Development of a Submaximal Test to Predict VO2MAX Using an Elliptical Trainer, Alicia C. Armour
A Comparison of Physiological and Perceptual Responses Generated by Riding a Stationary Upright and Recumbent Bicycle, Amy E. Geib
A Comparison between Stationary and Moving Handlebars during Forward and Backward Pedaling at Various Resistances on an Elliptical Trainer, George Hajiefremides
A 3-D Biomechanical and EMG Analysis of Three Mountain Bike Pedal Designs, David Lacy
Theses/Dissertations from 2001
The Biomechical Analysis of the Kinetics and Kinematics for Three Figure Skating Jumps, Laura Blazok
A Biomedical Analysis of the Walking Patterns of Blind Individuals Who Consistently Veer, Beth Engler
The Role Physical Maturation Plays When Children Perform the Presidential Fitness Test, Anil M. Joseph
The Impact of the Program for Athletic Coaches Education (PACE) Certification –MIVCA Coaching Association, Heather L. Sawyer
Physiological and Perceptual Responses to Elliptical Trainer Exercise at Three Different Grade and Resistance Settings, Katherine A. Wehmeyer
Theses/Dissertations from 2000
Temporal and EMG Relationships among the Phases of Vertical and Depth Jumps, Amanda Albright
The Safety and Efficacy of Resistance Training for Chronic Heart Failure Patients, John B. Coleman
The Fair Play Project: Evaluation of Ethical-Value Choices in an Educational Sportsmanship Program, C. Bruce Martin
A Comparative Analysis of Walking Patterns between Genu Varum and Normal Subjects, Nerline Varda Maurisseau
Theses/Dissertations from 1999
The Effects of Supplemental Protein on Urea Nitrogen Excretion in Women 40-70 Years Old, Tammy D. Moran
Theses/Dissertations from 1998
The Effect of Unloading Body Weight during Aerobic Exercise on Blood Pressure, Heart Rate, and Perceived Exertion, Carolynn J. Bolander
Effect of Concentrated Carbohydrate-Electrolyte Gel on Moderate-Intensity Intermittent Exercise, Sarah M. Handlogten
The Effects of Step Height, Cadence, and Choreography on Biochemical Factors in Step Aerobics, Stacie Moore
The Effect of Caffeine on Reaction Time, Hand Steadiness, and Certain Physiological Variables, Amy K. Ryan
The Reliability of EMG Normalization Procedures for Three Muscles Involved in Knee Extension, James John Sweet
Effects of the PRBar and PowerBar on Fat Metabolism, Chad F. Witt
Theses/Dissertations from 1997
An EMG Analysis of Five Abdominal Exercises, Teresa E. Brady
The Effect of Step Height and Upper Body Involvement on Oxygen Consumption and Energy Expenditure during Step Aerobics, Heidi A. Riker
The Effect of the Hapad Longitudinal Metatarsal Arch Pad on Ground Reaction Forces and Rear Foot Angle, William F. Rocker
Analysis of the Motor Fitness and Strength of the 1992 through 1995 Western Michigan University Football Teams, Erick W. Schork
Comparative Analysis of Walking Patterns with Flip-Flops between American and Japanese Males, Ko Tada
Theses/Dissertations from 1996
An EMG Comparison of Muscle Recruitment Associated with the Wide Grip Pull-Up and the Lat Pull-Down Exercise, Marla S. Bauermeister
The Effects of Chromium Picolinate Supplementation on Body Fat, Lean Body Mass, and Respiratory Exchange Ratio, Matthew K. Beaty
The Effects of Specific Teacher Training Program Components on the Self-Assessment Skills of Western Michigan University Physical Education Interns, Jerry G. Bergsma
Validation of the Original and Modified YMCA Cycle Ergometer Tests, Joel V. Blakeman
A Comparison of the Physical Activity, Body Composition and Self-Esteem Levels of 5th and 6th Grade Students in Southwest Michigan, Rebevva C. Coady
Pain Levels and Rating of Perceived Exertion of People with Herniated Lumbar Disc While Walking in Two Environments, Brenda L. Cunningham-Boerger
A Validation of Target Heartrate Formulas Used in Swimming, Tasha Kay Litwinski
Theses/Dissertations from 1995
A Comparative Analysis of the Vertical and Plyometric Style Depth Jump Using Electromyography (EMG), Robert M. Conatser
The Effect of External Heat and Humidity on Levels of Perceived Exertion While Performing a Submaximal Bicycle Test, Erika E. Hanselman
The Effect of the Active Ankle Brace on Ground Reaction Forces, Andrew D. Howell
The Use of Selected Anthropometric Measures in the Prediction of a One-Repetition Maximum for the Bench Press Weight-Lifting Exercise, Gerald L. Thomas
Theses/Dissertations from 1994
Knowledge, Attitudes, Behavior, and Decision-Making Orientation Relating to Cardiovascular Health in High School Students, Patricia E. Bromfield
Investigation of Past Performance and Sources of Motivation on Team and Self-Efficacy of Collegiate Soccer Players, Kevin P. Demers
Biomechanical Analysis of the Volleyball Overhand Floater Serve, Jian Lu
The Effect of Step Height on Energy Cost Using a Stairmaster 4000PT, Bruce Patnoudes
Kinematic Analysis of Sprinting With and Without the Speed Chute, Douglas Roy West
Theses/Dissertations from 1993
The Biomechanical Analysis of Two Types of Place Kicks: The Toe and Instep Kicks, KayLynn Albers
A Comparison of Two Resistance Training Programs on Gains in Strength and Endurance, Pamela S. Canavan
Theses/Dissertations from 1992
Performance Prediction in Track and Field, Ted James Dabbs
The Effect of Varying Weightload Intensities on Biceps Curl Technique, Jeffrey C. Gailhouse