Theses and dissertations published by graduate students in the Department of Human Movement Sciences, College of Education, Old Dominion University, since Fall 2016 are available in this collection. Backfiles of all dissertations (and some theses) have also been added.

In late Fall 2023 or Spring 2024, all theses will be digitized and available here. In the meantime, consult the Library Catalog to find older items in print.

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Theses/Dissertations from 2023

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Thesis: Climbers’ Risk Perceptions of Erosion from Flooding at Carderock Recreation Area, Chandler J. Berry

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Thesis: Effect of Acute Caffeine Ingestion on On-Field Performance in Division 1 Female Field Hockey Players, Nicole Danielle Fredricks

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Thesis: Effects of Chewing Time on Gastrointestinal Discomfort, Substrate Use, and Performance During Running, Thomas Geaney

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Thesis: The Effects of Lifting With Intent on Hip and Knee Moments During Back Squats, Kyle A. Parrish

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Thesis: Effects of Physical Characteristics of Placebos on Exercise Performance, Owen Sipes

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Thesis: A Reflection of Experiences of Adults with Type 1 Diabetes in Integrated Physical Education Classes, Kalleigh West

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Thesis: Effects of a Climbing-Specific Training Program on Upper-Body Power in Novice Climbers Compared to Advanced Climbers, Dallas E. Wood

Theses/Dissertations from 2022

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Thesis: The Relationship of Strength, Mobility, and Performance Variables on Throwing Speed in Baseball Catchers, Caleigh D. Hall

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Thesis: Social Emotional Competency Change During the Pandemic: Impacts of a Virtual Physical Activity Program, Austin Kulp

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Dissertation: A Biomechanical Analysis of Back Squats: Motion Capture, Electromyography, and Musculoskeletal Modeling, Eva Maria Urdiales Maddox

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Thesis: An Exploration of Different Motivations Between Stakeholders and Visitors of the Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail, Colin McCormack

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Thesis: Physical Activity, Social Support, and Health-Related Quality of Life in Adults with Visual Impairment, Tayah Lynn Otterness

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Dissertation: The Associations of Cardiovascular Disease, Physical Activity Intensities, and Measures of Obesity on Static Balance in Middle-Aged and Older Adults, Hannah Martha Twiddy

Theses/Dissertations from 2021

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Dissertation: Psychological Factors and Gastrointestinal Symptoms During Running, Alex Michael Ehlert

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Thesis: Predictions of Knee Joint Contact Forces Using Only Kinematic Inputs with a Recurrent Neural Network, Kaileigh Elisabeth Estler

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Thesis: The Impact of Muscular Strength on Cardiovascular Disease Risk Factors, Joel Ernest Harden

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Dissertation: Students with Orthopedic Impairments' Perspectives Toward Integrated Physical Education, Katherine E. Holland

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Dissertation: Physical Education and Extracurricular Activity Participation of Autistic, Neurodivergent, Disabled Trans Adults, Steven Kelly Holland

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Thesis: Interpreting Summer in the Parks in the National Capital Area of the National Park Service, Brendan J. Kane

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Thesis: Effect of a 2-Week Relaxing Music Intervention on Anxiety, Stress, and Gut Symptoms in Aerobic Exercisers, Halie Marisa Maass

Theses/Dissertations from 2020

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Thesis: Physical Education Teachers' Attitudes Towards Teaching Zumba to Children With Disabilities, Evelina C. Brandon

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Thesis: Experiences in Physical Education and Sport: The Intersection of Identifying as a Female, an Athlete, and Visually Impaired, Margaret Buckley

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Thesis: Assessment of Coordination and Proprioception in Youth With Autism Spectrum Disorder, Taylor Kristina Jones

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Thesis: Air Pollution and Outdoor Recreation on Urban Trails: A Case Study of the Elizabeth River Trail, Norfolk, VA, James E. McCann

Theses/Dissertations from 2019

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Dissertation: An Exploration of the Relationships Between Sense of Community, Park Benefits, and Neighborhood Park Use, Kimberly Tilford Centers

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Thesis: Examining Self-Contained and Integrated Physical Education Experiences Among Individuals with Visual Impairments, Rebecca Coffey

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Dissertation: Medical Specialty Camps: A Holistic Approach to Assist in the Management Of Diabetes, Takeyra Monique Collins

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Dissertation: High School Student Attributions, Interest, and Self-Efficacy in Fitness Testing, Summer Davis

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Dissertation: Examining the Relationship Between Expectancy-Value Motivation, Barriers, and Physical Activity Engagement Among Adults with Visual Impairments, Tiffany Nicole Kirk

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Thesis: Effects of a Postural Restoration Focused Intervention on Muscle Activation During Deadlifts, Caleb Richardson

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Thesis: Indicators and Thresholds for Black Bear Viewing Proximity Preferences At Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge, Meghan M. Roberts

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Dissertation: The Effects of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Thickness, Knee Joint Laxity, Activity Level, Neuromuscular Imbalances and Lower Extremity Muscular Activation Patterns on Anterior Cruciate Ligament Loading, Zachary A. Sievert

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Thesis: Effects of High-Carbohydrate Versus Mixed-Macronutrient Meals on Soccer Physiology and Performance, Jaison Lee Wynne

Theses/Dissertations from 2018

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Dissertation: Physiological Tremor in Handgun Aiming and Shooting Tasks, Kyle J. Kellran

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Thesis: Effects of Knee Sleeves on Knee Mechanics During Squats at Variable Depths, Alexandria A. Trypuc

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Thesis: Scrapbook Interviewing: Exploring Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder’s Experiences in Physical Education, Amanda Yessick

Theses/Dissertations from 2017

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Dissertation: Hip Mechanics of Unilateral Drop Landings, Bobbie S. Irmischer

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Thesis: Effects of a Unilateral Strength and Plyometric Training Program for Division I Soccer Players, Eric Potter

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Dissertation: Participation in Youth Running Events: The Role of Parental Involvement and Satisfaction, Michelle L. Redmond

Theses/Dissertations from 2016

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Dissertation: Neuropathy Detection, Quality of Life Tools & Treatment for Type 2 Diabetes, Jennifer J. Brown

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Thesis: Factors Influence High School Students' Enrollment in Elective Physical Education: A Mixed Method Study, Summer Davis

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Dissertation: Building Stronger Communities: The Reciprocity between University, Student, and Community through Service-Learning, Jennifer Ellen Goff

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Dissertation: An Exploration of Ticket Pricing in Intercollegiate Athletics, Craig A. Morehead

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Dissertation: Sport, Twitter Hashtags and the Public Sphere, Brendan O'Hallarn

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Thesis: The Effect of Fasted vs Fed High-Intensity Interval Exercise on Metabolism and Diet, William Joseph Perez

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Thesis: The Effects of Fitness Level and Sex on EPOC Following High Intensity Interval and Moderate Intensity Aerobic Exercise, Rachel Lauren Simmons

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Thesis: The Relationship Between Landing Error Scoring System-Real Time and Dorsiflexion Range of Motion in Recreational Athletes, Hannah M. Twiddy

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Thesis: Associations Between Physical Activity, Physical Fitness, and Falls Risk in Healthy Older Individuals, Christopher Deane Vaughan

Theses/Dissertations from 2015

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Dissertation: Educational Practices and Attainment of Competency in the Professional Preparation of an Athletic Trainer, Julie M. Cavallario

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Dissertation: Lower Extremity Biomechanics in Individuals With and Without Previous Hamstring Injury, Jessica A. Mutchler

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Thesis: The Effects of Pre-Maximal Exertion Inhalation of Ammonia and the Performance Effects During Deadlift Maximal Tests, Justin Nicholas Vigil

Theses/Dissertations from 2014

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Dissertation: Health-Related Quality of Life in Physically Active Individuals with a History of Injury, Megan N. Houston

Dissertation: Effects of a Slow Linear Oxidative Fatigue Protocol on Hamstring Strength and Functional Performance, Zahra C. Ismaeli

Theses/Dissertations from 2013

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Dissertation: Lower Extremity Biomechanics During Single Leg Drop Landings in Individuals with Patellofemoral Pain, Stacey L. Gaven

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Dissertation: Changes in the Dynamics of Postural and Locomotor Control as a Result of Varying Task Demands, Kathleen Sherry Thomas

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Dissertation: An Assessment of Post-Professional Athletic Training Students' Critical Thinking Skills and Dispositions, Jessica Marie Walter

Theses/Dissertations from 2012

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Thesis: Optimizing Chronic Slow Breathing Training to Cause a Therapeutic Effect on Heart Rate Variability, Jennifer Joy Brown

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Dissertation: The Influence of Interlimb Differences on Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury Risk Factors in Female Collegiate Soccer Athletes, Eric Kevin Greska

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Dissertation: Alternative Therapy and Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes, Carmine R. Grieco

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Dissertation: Evidence-Based Practice for the Athletic Training Profession, Cailee Elizabeth Welch

Theses/Dissertations from 2011

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Dissertation: Evidence-Based Practice in Clinical Athletic Training Education, Dorice A. Hankemeier

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Dissertation: The Association Between Different Clinical Methods for Evaluating Lower Extremity Muscular Function, Roger Olen Kollock Jr.

Theses/Dissertations from 2010

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Dissertation: Neuromechanical Analysis of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Risk Factors in Female Collegiate Soccer Athletes, Nelson Cortes

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Dissertation: Evidence-Based Practice in Undergraduate Athletic Training Education, Sarah A. Manspeaker

Theses/Dissertations from 2007

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Thesis: The Effect of Intensity of Aerobic VO2max Resting Heart Rate and Blood Pressure, Shannan Elizabeth Gormley

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Thesis: The Influence of Color on the Teaching of Juggling to Elementary School Children, Anne C. McCoy

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Thesis: The Effect of Three Foot Orthoses on Plantar Pressure Under the First Metatarsophalangeal Joint of Pes Planus Foot Type During Standing and Slow Running, Lacey Ann Nordsiden

Theses/Dissertations from 2006

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Thesis: Differences in Motivation for Participation and Attitudes Toward Management Among Rock Climbing Sub Groups: Implications for the Benefits-Based Management Approach, Amy L. Ackerman

Theses/Dissertations from 2003

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Thesis: Determining the Validity of a New Cycle Ergometer Protocol for Estimating VO(2) Max, James Allen Parrott

Theses/Dissertations from 2001

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Thesis: The Effects of Four Gymnastics Skills on Vertebral Column Hyperextension in Young Female Gymnasts, Tonia McClure Burke

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Thesis: Effects of Hormonal Changes Throughout the Menstrual Cycle on Joint Laxity in Females, John C. Roberts