Date of Award
8-1979
Degree Name
Master of Arts
Department
Human Performance and Health Education
First Advisor
Dr. Roger Zabik
Second Advisor
Dr. George Dales
Third Advisor
Dr. Harold Ray
Access Setting
Masters Thesis-Open Access
Abstract
This study compared Isotonic to Isokinetic exercise in an eight-week resistance training program for college females. Strength development and anthropometric measurements were evaluated by the correlated t test of initial and final scores. The independent t test compared mean improvement scores between the Isotonic group (N=14-) and the Isokinetic group (N=15)» All strength items showed significant improvement within each group; however, neither program proved superior for general strength gain. The only significant difference between groups favored the Isotonic group in leg extension. A trend was observed in enhancement of body proportions, measured anthropometrically. An increase in total body weight combined with a decrease in relative body fat indicated an increase in muscle hypertrophy, as evidenced by the significantly increased girths of the upper arms. The decrease in lower limb girths may be due to hypertrophy of muscle fibers with a concomitant decrease in surrounding fat tissue.
Recommended Citation
Gillo, Diane Lloyd, "A Comparison of Isotonic Versus Isokinetic Exercise in the Development of Strength and Concomitant Enhancement of Body Proportions for College Females" (1979). Masters Theses. 1971.
https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/masters_theses/1971