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Research Article
The Intervention Effect of Progressive Exercise Training on Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Jianchang Ren*,
Haili Xiao
Issue:
Volume 9, Issue 1, April 2024
Pages:
1-6
Received:
11 January 2024
Accepted:
20 January 2024
Published:
1 February 2024
Abstract: Background: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by challenges in social interaction, communication, and restricted repetitive behaviors. Individuals with ASD often experience sensory sensitivities and motor coordination difficulties, impacting their daily functioning and overall well-being. Traditional physical education programs have been employed to address these challenges, but there is growing interest in exploring alternative interventions, such as progressive exercise training, to enhance the physical and cognitive abilities of children with ASD. Objective: To explore the effects of a progressive exercise intervention on children with ASD. Method: A total of 25 children with ASD participated in the study, with 11 in the intervention group and 14 in the control group. The intervention group received progressive exercise training for 10 weeks, three times a week, for 40 minutes each session, totaling 30 interventions. Results: Both the progressive exercise intervention group and the traditional physical education group showed significant improvements in sensory, social, motor, and self-care abilities in children with ASD. The progressive exercise intervention group showed faster progress in social interaction and self-care abilities, while the improvements in sensory and motor functions manifested later. In terms of total scores and social interaction dimension, the improvement in the progressive intervention group at each time point was significantly greater compared to the traditional physical education group. Conclusion: Progressive exercise training can significantly improve symptoms in various aspects of children with autism, and its effectiveness is superior to that of the traditional physical education group.
Abstract: Background: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by challenges in social interaction, communication, and restricted repetitive behaviors. Individuals with ASD often experience sensory sensitivities and motor coordination difficulties, impacting their daily functioning and overall well-being. Traditional phy...
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Research Article
Impact of Morphological Variables on Throwing Ability: A Gender-Driven Exploration Among Athletes in Cape Coast Metropolis, Ghana
Stephen Anim*,
Emmanuel Osei Sarpong,
Daniel Apaak,
Eric Opoku-Antwi,
Josephine Adjubi Kwakye
Issue:
Volume 9, Issue 1, March 2024
Pages:
7-14
Received:
19 January 2024
Accepted:
5 February 2024
Published:
7 March 2024
Abstract: This study represents a comprehensive exploration of the intricate interplay between morphological variables and throwing ability, specifically examining gender-specific variations among athletes in Cape Coast Metropolis, Ghana. In the pursuit of an understanding, data were collected from a diverse sample of 420 athletes, comprising 210 males and 210 females, aged between 16 and 22. The investigation illuminated that athletes within the Cape Coast Metropolis possess not only well-developed body dimensions but also an adequate level of fitness, both integral to overall athletic performance. This insight was substantiated by the statistical analysis, which demonstrated that morphological features accounted for a substantial 64% to 73% of the variance in throwing ability. The study employed predictive equations tailored for male and female athletes, further illustrating the influential role of specific morphological characteristics. For male athletes, the equation TB = -12.53 + .577handspan + .053Body weight + .109Total Arm Length - .055thigh girth + .053Chest Circumference Expiration - .094Tricep Skin Fold encapsulates the predictive model. On the other, the equation TG = -8.11 + .597Handspan + .068Upper Arm Length + .013Body Weight + .021Thigh Girth encapsulates the model for female athletes. These equations provide practical tools for forecasting throwing proficiency within the local athletic community in Cape Coast Metropolis. This research contributes significantly to the field, emphasizing the pivotal role of morphological variables in shaping athletic performance. The findings underscore the importance of training programs and talent identification processes based on an individual's morphological characteristics, with the potential to enhance overall athletic development in the Cape Coast Metropolis region.
Abstract: This study represents a comprehensive exploration of the intricate interplay between morphological variables and throwing ability, specifically examining gender-specific variations among athletes in Cape Coast Metropolis, Ghana. In the pursuit of an understanding, data were collected from a diverse sample of 420 athletes, comprising 210 males and 2...
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Research Article
Assessment of Design Values in Designing Product Standards: A Design Study on a Sport PPE
Lisa Giusti Gestri*
Issue:
Volume 9, Issue 1, March 2024
Pages:
15-25
Received:
25 February 2024
Accepted:
13 March 2024
Published:
2 April 2024
Abstract: Participation in sports requires using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to preserve athletes’ well-being. Although equipment may negatively impact performance, governing bodies often impose standards on participants subject to their jurisdiction. Although the vast majority of new products are incremental innovations, radical innovation still attracts design researchers' and professionals' attention. The design of complex systems needs the expertise of various kinds: designers are fundamental in conceiving innovations in response to developing ways of product use and customer needs, despite they must face product standards, which often act against product innovation. Despite product innovations benefiting consumers in many markets, they do not necessarily benefit consumers in sports PPE markets. In this paper, the author reflects on an ethnographic case study and the importance of the involvement of end and co-dependent users in the design of sports PPE. For this study, the design of the Australian safety vests for jockeys, frequently overlooked, was examined for incremental innovation and its relationship with its standards. This was inspiring to consider an assessment of design values in designing product standards in the sports field. As co-design is increasingly applied across multiple sectors, there is a huge need for practical design guides to support product development and co-designing with users. Further research in this field is highly recommended.
Abstract: Participation in sports requires using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to preserve athletes’ well-being. Although equipment may negatively impact performance, governing bodies often impose standards on participants subject to their jurisdiction. Although the vast majority of new products are incremental innovations, radical innovation still att...
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