Related Experiment Video
Updated: Jul 17, 2026
10:19
Getting to Compliance in Forced Exercise in Rodents: A Critical Standard to Evaluate Exercise Impact in Aging-related Disorders and Disease
Published on: August 22, 2014
Professional practice in exercise science : the need for greater disciplinary balance
Jeffrey C Ives1, Duane Knudson
1Department of Exercise and Sport Sciences, Ithaca College, Ithaca, New York 14850, USA. jives@ithaca.edu
Sports Medicine (Auckland, N.Z.)
|January 24, 2007
Summary
Exercise science graduates need broader training beyond exercise physiology. Enhancing curriculum in biomechanics and motor behavior will improve professional practice and expertise for these allied health professionals.
Area of Science:
- Kinesiology
- Exercise Science
- Allied Health Professions
Background:
- Exercise science graduates often lack comprehensive preparation for professional practice.
- Overemphasis on exercise physiology in curricula limits graduates' scope of practice and effectiveness.
- This narrow focus contrasts with broader training in other allied health fields.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the current professional readiness of exercise science graduates.
- To identify curriculum deficiencies impacting graduates' expertise in exercise and human performance.
- To propose improvements for better professional integration and practice.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of professional and experimental studies on exercise science education.
- Analysis of curriculum trends and their impact on graduates' scope of practice.
- Examination of evidence supporting biomechanics and motor behavior training.
Main Results:
- Current exercise science programs inadequately prepare graduates due to a narrow focus on exercise physiology.
- A curriculum imbalance, neglecting biomechanics and motor behavior, reduces graduates' professional effectiveness and uniqueness.
- Evidence suggests enhanced training in biomechanics and motor behavior can significantly boost professional expertise.
Conclusions:
- Rebalancing exercise science curricula to integrate biomechanics and motor behavior is crucial.
- Improving academic preparation will enhance the professional acceptance and advancement of exercise science graduates.
- A more holistic approach to kinesiology education is needed for effective practice.
Related Concept Videos
01:27Exercise and Muscle Performance
Exercise induces a range of adaptations in muscle tissue, depending on the type and duration of activity. Such physical training can be broadly categorized into two types: endurance exercises and resistance exercises.
Endurance exercises
Endurance exercises involve running, swimming, or cycling, which require repetitive movements with low force output. When a person engages in endurance exercise, a few noticeable changes occur in their skeletal muscles. For instance, the number of capillaries...
Endurance exercises
Endurance exercises involve running, swimming, or cycling, which require repetitive movements with low force output. When a person engages in endurance exercise, a few noticeable changes occur in their skeletal muscles. For instance, the number of capillaries...
01:30Scientific Nature of Social Psychology
Social psychology is a scientific discipline dedicated to understanding how individuals think, feel, and behave in social contexts. Unlike common sense, which relies on anecdotal experiences and intuition, social psychology employs systematic research and empirical methods to ensure objectivity and reliability. This distinction is fundamental in distinguishing scientifically supported findings from mere speculation.Four fundamental scientific values guide a structured approach to research in...
01:08Obedience
According to obedience research, we may harm others under the forceful pressures of an authority figure (Milgram, 1974). How about if the inappropriate orders were delivered with less force? The increasing interdependence between nurses and physicians compelled Hofling and his colleagues to explore nurses’ reactions to a potentially harmful medical request made by the perceived authority figure, the doctor (Hofling, Brotzman, Dalrymple, Graves, & Pierce, 1966). In this situation, obedience...
01:20Exercise and Cardiovascular Response
Exercise significantly impacts cardiovascular response, which is crucial for understanding patient health and designing effective treatment plans.
Light to moderate physical activity initiates a series of interconnected responses in the body. The heart rate modestly increases in anticipation of the workout, followed by widespread vasodilation as oxygen consumption by skeletal muscles increases. This results in decreased peripheral resistance, increased capillary blood flow, and accelerated...
Light to moderate physical activity initiates a series of interconnected responses in the body. The heart rate modestly increases in anticipation of the workout, followed by widespread vasodilation as oxygen consumption by skeletal muscles increases. This results in decreased peripheral resistance, increased capillary blood flow, and accelerated...
01:23Ethical Standards II
Ethical standards are the backbone of nursing practice, guiding nurses as they interact with patients, families, and colleagues. These standards are crucial for providing safe, empathetic care centered on the patient's needs.
Nurses are entrusted with upholding various ethical principles and standards. Nurses forge solid therapeutic relationships using trust, empathy, autonomy, confidentiality, and professional competence.
Confidentiality is crucial, embodying respect for individual privacy and...
Nurses are entrusted with upholding various ethical principles and standards. Nurses forge solid therapeutic relationships using trust, empathy, autonomy, confidentiality, and professional competence.
Confidentiality is crucial, embodying respect for individual privacy and...
01:16Nurses' Legal Responsibilities III
Nurse-to-nurse relationships are legally required to adhere to professional standards, ensuring a respectful and positive working environment. Professional conduct demands that nurses treat all colleagues respectfully and courteously, fostering a productive, supportive workplace. Nurses must actively eliminate bullying, discrimination, and harassment to maintain a safe and inclusive environment.
Cultivating a culture of collaboration and mutual respect among nurses transcends mere enhancement...
Cultivating a culture of collaboration and mutual respect among nurses transcends mere enhancement...