scholarly journals Skinfold Thickness Distribution in Recreational Marathon Runners

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (9) ◽  
pp. 2978 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pantelis Theodoros Nikolaidis ◽  
Thomas Rosemann ◽  
Beat Knechtle
Keyword(s):  
Thickness Distribution ◽  
Skinfold Thickness ◽  
Lower Limbs ◽  
Marathon Runners ◽  
Female Age ◽  
Skinfold Measurements ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
The Relationship

The relationship of body fat (BF) percentage with performance of elite marathon runners has been well studied; however, less information is available about the variation of skinfold thickness by sex and performance in non-elite marathon runners. The aim of the present study was to examine the variation of skinfold thickness by sex and performance in recreational marathon runners. Participants included 32 female (age 40.1 ± 9.0 years, BF 19.6 ± 4.7%, and training volume 47.7 ± 22.6 km) and 134 male marathon runners (44.3 ± 8.8 years, 17.6 ± 4.0%, and 53.0 ± 21.2 km, respectively). The largest skinfold thickness was the abdomen in both sexes, whereas the smallest was biceps in men, and chins in women (p < 0.001). The largest sex difference in skinfold thickness was observed in triceps being the fattest in women (p < 0.001). The largest difference in skinfold thickness among men’s performance groups was observed in the iliac crest, and the smallest in the patella and proximal calf (p < 0.001). In summary, skinfold measurements indicated that women had more fat in both their upper and lower limbs, while men had more fat in their trunk. With regards to the role of performance level, the slowest runners presented relatively more fat in the upper limbs and trunk anatomical sites, i.e., away from the active muscles of legs.

scholarly journals PRAKTEK MANAJEMEN KINERJA DAN KINERJA ORGANISASI PADA UNIVERSITAS BATANGHARI: PERAN BUDAYA ORGANISASI SEBAGAI VARIABEL MODERATOR

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 137
Author(s):  
Jonner Simarmata
Keyword(s):  
Regression Analysis ◽  
Performance Management ◽  
Management Practices ◽  
Non Profit ◽  
Simple Regression Analysis ◽  
Working Performance ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
The Relationship

Many factors affect the relationship of management and performance both in the context of profit and non-profit organization. One of the factors is culture. Researches have shown that culture may mediate or moderate the relationship. This current research investigates the moderating role of culture on the relationship of performance management and working performance of lecturers of Batanghari University. For this, a survey was conducted by distributing a questionnaire to 36 respondents randomly selected. MRA (moderated regression analysis) was used to analyze the data. The simple regression analysis (before culture added) found that performance management practices have a significant effect on lecturer performance with 67.5% of determinant coefficient. MRA analysis (after culture added), the determinant coefficient becomes 69%, meaning there is an increase of 1.5%. F-test shows that Sig. = 0.000 is smaller than ? = 0.05, indicating that the increase is considered significant. From this analysis, it can be concluded that culture significantly moderates performance of lecturers. Then, it is suggested that culture need to be strengthened in order to improve the relationship of performance management practices and performance of lecturers.

scholarly journals HUBUNGAN GAYA KEPEMIMPINAN KONTAK TANI TERHADAP PERSEPSI KINERJA KELOMPOK TANI IKAN LELE DI DESA BABAKAN, CISEENG, KABUPATEN BOGOR

2017 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 53-64
Author(s):  
Muhammad Rizqi Mubarok ◽  
Wahyu Budi Priatna
Keyword(s):  
Leadership Styles ◽  
Leadership Style ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Test Reliability ◽  
Rank Test ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
The Village ◽  
The Relationship

The role of Kontak tani in the group is one thing that can`t be separated to the survival of the group. Leadership styles that`s applied by Kontak tani are the ways of working in order to achieve the purpose directing members of a group that can be seen from the performance. This study aims to determine the leadership styles that`s generally applied by Kontak tani and the relationship of leadership styles with performance. The author use validity test, reliability test and Spearman rank test as the analysis tools in this research. Based on the research conducted, leadership styles were commonly applied by the farmer in the village of Babakan contacts are participatory that visible from the involvement of members in the group. In addition, there is a fairly strong correlation between leadership style and performance based on the perception of the group mamber. It needs a through understanding of the various stakeholders within the group or institutional farms that, establishment of groups is based on the increase in well-being and not merely for assistance.

scholarly journals The Relationship of IL-8 and IL-10 Myokines and Performance in Male Marathon Runners Presenting Exercise-Induced Bronchoconstriction

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (8) ◽  
pp. 2622
Author(s):  
Juliana de Melo Batista dos Santos ◽  
André Luis Lacerda Bachi ◽  
Luiz Antonio Luna Junior ◽  
Roberta Foster ◽  
Ana Paula Renno Sierra ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Negative Impact ◽  
Marathon Runners ◽  
Tnf Α ◽  
Lower Maximum ◽  
Maximum Aerobic Capacity ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Exercise Induced ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
First Time ◽  
The Relationship

At present, it is unclear which exercise-induced factors, such as myokines, could diminish the negative impact of the reduction in pulmonary function imposed by the exercise in question. In this study, we aim to evaluate the prevalence of exercise-induced bronchoconstriction (EIB) and also to investigate the effect of myokines in the performance of marathon runners presenting EIB or not. Thirty-eight male recreational marathon runners (age 38.8 [33–44], height 175.7 [172.0–180.3]; weight 74.7 [69.3–81.6]) participated in this study, and through spirometry tests, a prevalence of 23.6% of EIB was found, which is in agreement with the literature. The volunteers who tested positive to EIB (EIB+) presented lower maximum aerobic capacity compared to those who tested negative (EIB−) (EIB+ 44.02 [39.56–47.02] and EIB− 47.62 [44.11–51.18] p = 0.03). The comparison of plasma levels of IL-1β (EIB+ p = 0.296, EIB− p = 0.176, EIB+ vs. EIB− baseline p = 0.190 immediately after p = 0.106), IL-4 (undetectable), IL-6 (EIB+ p = 0.003, EIB− p ≤ 0.001, EIB+ vs. EIB− baseline p = 0.301 immediately after p = 0.614), IL-8 (EIB+ p = 0.003, EIB− p ≤ 0.001, EIB+ vs. EIB− baseline p = 0.110 immediately after p = 0.453), IL-10 (EIB+ p = 0.003, EIB− p ≤ 0.001, EIB+ vs. EIB− baseline p = 0.424 immediately after p = 0.876) and TNF-α (EIB+ p = 0.003, EIB− p ≤ 0.001, EIB+ vs. EIB− baseline p = 0.141 immediately after p = 0.898) were similar in both groups 24 h before and immediately after the marathon. However, negative correlations were found between the marathon finishing time and the levels of IL-8 (r = −0.81, p = 0.022), and IL-10 (r = −0.97, p ≤ 0.001) immediately after completing the marathon. In conclusion, for the first time, it is shown that the myokines IL-8 and IL-10 are related to improvement of the performance of marathon runners presenting EIB.

MODELLING THE TRILOGY OF INNOVATION, LEARNING AND PERFORMANCE

2015 ◽  
Vol 77 (22) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sri Gustina Pane ◽  
Dileep Kumar M ◽  
Muhammad Siddique
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Learning ◽  
Competitive Advantage ◽  
Organizational Performance ◽  
Banking Sector ◽  
Organizational Innovation ◽  
Mediating Role ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
The Relationship

Recently, organizations are looking the ways to enhance their performance through innovation and learning. Most organizations are enhancing innovation to increase performance and to get a competitive advantage. However, very few studies are focused to investigate the role of organizational learning in the context of organizational innovation and performance. Current study aimed to investigate the mediating role of organizational learning between the relationship of the organizational innovation and performance. A random sample of 212 employees of the banking sector was selected to collect data. Results indicated that organizational learning significantly mediates the relationship of the organizational innovation and performance. Thus, a study was conducted to assess the presence of organizational learning can enhance the organizational performance in the presence of organizational innovation. 

The Eyesi simulator in training ophthalmology residents: results of a pilot study on self-efficacy, motivation and performance

2017 ◽  
Vol 3 (3) ◽  
pp. 111-115
Author(s):  
Robert PL Wisse ◽  
Tessa Coster ◽  
Marieke Van der Schaaf ◽  
Olle Ten Cate
Keyword(s):  
Cataract Surgery ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Simulator Training ◽  
Surgical Performance ◽  
Future Studies ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
The Relationship

PurposeTo describe ophthalmology residents’ motivation and self-efficacy during cataract surgery training and to assess the relationship of self-efficacy and motivation on both simulator (Eyesi) and real-life surgical performance.MethodsProspective cohort study using a within-subject design. Eight residents were asked to fill out questionnaires on self-efficacy and motivation towards the Eyesi simulator and real-life cataract surgery at three different moments. Simulator performance was derived from the instrument’s output. Patient charts were reviewed to assess real-life surgical performance.ResultsComparative analysis, using a paired sampled t-test, showed a significant increase in self-efficacy towards real-life cataract surgery after completing the cataract training on the simulator (p=0.005). Furthermore, we found a significant correlation between total tasks to complete the cataract training and self-efficacy scored after working with the simulator (p=0.038). Motivation towards the simulator remained stable over time and seemed not to be influenced by simulator or real-life performance.ConclusionsWe found evidence that performance on the simulator correlated with residents’ self-efficacy scored after the simulator training, supporting the theory that self-efficacy is determined by prior performance. Self-efficacy seemed inversely related to the ease of completion of a task: delivery of a greater effort leads to more satisfaction and a higher perceived self-efficacy towards this particular task. Future studies should include more subjects to provide a more accurate insight in the role of self-efficacy and motivation in training complex surgical skills.

How do callings relate to job performance? The role of organizational commitment and ideological contract fulfillment

2018 ◽  
Vol 71 (10) ◽  
pp. 1319-1347 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sung Soo Kim ◽  
Donghoon Shin ◽  
Heather C Vough ◽  
Patricia Faison Hewlin ◽  
Christian Vandenberghe
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Commitment ◽  
Job Performance ◽  
Social Exchange ◽  
Psychological Contract ◽  
Non Profit ◽  
For Profit ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
The Relationship

Do individuals with callings perform better than those without? Why or why not? There are not clear answers to these questions in the literature. Using a social exchange framework, we posit an intervening process between callings and job performance, focusing on the role of organizational commitment and ideological contract fulfillment – the degree to which organizations live up to their ideological promises. Specifically, individuals with callings will be more committed to their organization, and this commitment, in turn, leads to job performance. Further, this relationship of calling to job performance through commitment will be attenuated when employees perceive under-fulfillment of ideological contract. We found support for these hypotheses across three studies that utilized self- or supervisor-rated performance data from a non-profit organization and multiple for-profit organizations. Interestingly, while the relationship between commitment and performance did depend on fulfillment of the ideological psychological contract, contrary to our prediction, the calling-commitment relationship was not attenuated by under-fulfillment of ideological contract. Our findings deepen our understanding of the organizational implications of callings from a social exchange-based perspective. This study further informs practitioners as to hiring and motivating individuals with a calling.

scholarly journals Does More Corporate Governance Enhance Managerial Performance? CFO Perceptions And The Role Of Mindfulness

2014 ◽  
Vol 30 (4) ◽  
pp. 989 ◽  
Author(s):  
John J. Williams ◽  
Alfred E. Seaman
Keyword(s):  
High Reliability ◽  
Governance Structures ◽  
Unexpected Finding ◽  
Managerial Performance ◽  
Performance Effects ◽  
Performance Dimensions ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
The Relationship

The results of studies into the effects of enhanced governance structures have been equivocal and there is virtually no literature on the performance effects of individual managers, such as the professional accountant in practice. This paper reports the results of an empirical study designed to assess the relationship of governance structures, specifically the conformance and performance dimensions defined by the International Federation of Accountants (2009), to mindfulness and managerial performance among CFOs in Canadian firms. Organizational theory describing high reliability organizations provides the theoretical framework for specifying and appraising capacity for mindfulness. As predicted, there is no significant direct relationship between governance and managerial performance for the conformance dimension; instead, this relationship is explained by the path through capacity for mindfulness and on to managerial performance, both of which are positively significant. Likewise, there is no significant relationship between governance and managerial performance for the conformance dimension; however, although there is a significant path between the performance dimension and capacity for mindfulness, the path from the latter to managerial performance is insignificant. Implicating the powerful role of the controllability principle in accounting may explain this unexpected finding.

Text, Author, and Authority

2021 ◽  
pp. 70-113
Author(s):  
Ayesha A. Irani
Keyword(s):  
Critical Edition ◽  
Manuscript Tradition ◽  
Islamic Identity ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Islamic Literature

This chapter studies the NV as a pāñcāli on the Prophet in its Bengali oral-literate and performance contexts, and in relation to the wider world of Islamic literature. It examines the manner in which the author harnesses orality and literacy in the service of his text, discusses the structure of the NV, and analyzes the relationship of the critical edition to the manuscript tradition. This chapter also studies the role of the author in forging Islamic identity and community.

Cognitive Factors Mediate the Relation Between Age and Flight Path Maintenance in General Aviation

2016 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 81-90 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kathleen Van Benthem ◽  
Chris M. Herdman
Keyword(s):  
Cognitive Functioning ◽  
Flight Path ◽  
General Aviation ◽  
Cognitive Factors ◽  
Pilot Performance ◽  
Pilot Error ◽  
Age Related ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
The Relationship

Abstract. Identifying pilot attributes associated with risk is important, especially in general aviation where pilot error is implicated in most accidents. This research examined the relationship of pilot age, expertise, and cognitive functioning to deviations from an ideal circuit trajectory. In all, 54 pilots, of varying age, flew a Cessna 172 simulator. Cognitive measures were obtained using the CogScreen-AE ( Kay, 1995 ). Older age and lower levels of expertise and cognitive functioning were associated with significantly greater flight path deviations. The relationship between age and performance was fully mediated by a cluster of cognitive factors: speed and working memory, visual attention, and cognitive flexibility. These findings add to the literature showing that age-related changes in cognition may impact pilot performance.

Management of Economics and State "Bottom"

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (6) ◽  
pp. 76-91
Author(s):  
E. D. Solozhentsev
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Artificial Intelligence ◽  
Probabilistic Models ◽  
Human Life ◽  
Special Software ◽  
Human Quality ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
The Relationship

The scientific problem of economics “Managing the quality of human life” is formulated on the basis of artificial intelligence, algebra of logic and logical-probabilistic calculus. Managing the quality of human life is represented by managing the processes of his treatment, training and decision making. Events in these processes and the corresponding logical variables relate to the behavior of a person, other persons and infrastructure. The processes of the quality of human life are modeled, analyzed and managed with the participation of the person himself. Scenarios and structural, logical and probabilistic models of managing the quality of human life are given. Special software for quality management is described. The relationship of human quality of life and the digital economy is examined. We consider the role of public opinion in the management of the “bottom” based on the synthesis of many studies on the management of the economics and the state. The bottom management is also feedback from the top management.

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