209 Fitness and Physical Activity in Children

Wednesday, March 30, 2011: 1:30 PM-3:00 PM
Convention Center: Exhibit Hall Poster Area 1
Presider: James C. Hannon, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT
This poster session brings together researchers from multiple disciplines, to share studies focusing on various aspects of fitness and physical activity in children and youth. Dialogue and informal discussion between author(s) and conference attendees is encouraged.
RC1
Effects of Pool Exercise Training on Stereotypical Behaviors in Autism
Ilker Yilmaz1, Mehmet Yanardag1, Nevin Ergun2, Ayten Uysal1 and Ferman Konukman3, (1)Anadolu University, Eskisehir, Turkey, (2)Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey, (3)State University of New York College at Brockport, Brockport, NY
RC2
Heart Rate Variations in Adolescents With Intellectual Disabilities During Aerobics
Cathy Mohr Simbeck, Tarah S. Hammontree and Carrie M. Meyer, Fort Lewis College, Durango, CO
RC3
Improving Locomotor Skills of Students With Hearing Impairment: Walking Exercise
Hyun-Su Lee1, Keun-Mo Lee1, Jae-Hyung Lee2, Soo-Gyung Park1, Seok-Min Yun3 and Hosung So4, (1)Pusan National University, Pusan, South Korea, (2)Korea Maritime University, Busan, South Korea, (3)Texas Woman's University, Pusan, TX, (4)California State University, San Bernardino, San Bernardino, CA
RC4
Comparison of Three Exergames Played by Youth With Visual Impairments
Barbara A. Gasperetti, Jean Black School, Middletown, NY, John T. Foley, State University of New York at Cortland, Cortland, NY, Stephen P. Yang, State University of New York College at Cortland, Cortland, NY, Luis Columna, Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY and Lauren Lieberman, State University of New York College at Brockport, Brockport, NY
RC5
Strategies for Adapting Accelerometer Wear for Youth With Disabilities
Janet L. Hauck, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
RC6
Obese Minority Children's Commitment and Enjoyment of Physical Activity
L. Kent Griffin1, Melanie Hart1 and Karen S. Meaney2, (1)Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX, (2)Texas State University, San Marcos, TX
RC7
Activity Level and Body Mass Index in Native Hawaiian Adolescents
Poliala Mahoney-Dickson, Don W. Morgan and Richard S. Farley, Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN
RC8
Physical Fitness Levels of American Indian Children
Timothy A. Brusseau1, Tom Finkelstein2, Pamela H. Kulinna2, Connie Pangrazi2, Dierdra Bycura3 and Tiffany A. Kloeppel2, (1)State University of New York College at Brockport, Brockport, NY, (2)Arizona State University, Mesa, AZ, (3)Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA
RC9
PACER Performance Differences Between American Hispanic and South African Youth
Alberto Ruiz1, Nestor Sherman1, Chris Erasmus2 and James R. Morrow3, (1)Texas A&M University–Kingsville, Kingsville, TX, (2)Centurion Academy, South Africa, South Africa, (3)University of North Texas, Denton, TX
RC10
Comparison of Girls' Sports Participation in an Urban, Southwestern Community
Jennifer Pharr and Nancy Lough, The University of NevadaLas Vegas, Las Vegas, NV
RC11
Diet and Physical Behaviors of Thai Overweight and Obese Students
Thada Wimonwatwatee, Kamonman Virutsetazin and Orapin Patcharoen, Srinakharinwirot University, Bangkok, Thailand
RC12
Physical Activity Patterns in Youth Living in Rural Appalachian Ohio
Hyun-Ju Oh, Rhonda Hovatter and Aiko Yoshino, Ohio University, Athens, OH
RC13
Impact of a TPSR-Based Soccer Program on Gang-Affiliated Youth
Michael Buckle1, David Walsh2 and Maria Veri2, (1)San Francisco State University, San Carlos, CA, (2)San Francisco State University, San Francisco, CA
RC14
Virtual Umra: A Faith-Based Intervention on Steps at School
David M. Kahan, San Diego State University, San Diego, CA and Virginie Nicaise, San Diego State University/Grenoble University, San Diego, CA
RC15
Preschool Children's Physical Activity Intensity as a Function of Playground Location
Virginie Nicaise1, David M. Kahan2 and James F. Sallis2, (1)San Diego State University/Grenoble University, San Diego, CA, (2)San Diego State University, San Diego, CA
RC16
Physical Inactivity Time and Risk of Cardiovascular Disease Among U.S. Children
Peter D. Hart, Tiago V. Barreira and Minsoo Kang, Middle Tennessee State University, Mufreesboro, TN
RC17
Effect of Physical Education on Muscle Endurance of Sixth Graders
Andy Mooneyhan, Arkansas State University, State University, AR
RC18
Children's Interests Dictate a Need for Increased School Activity Levels!
Yvette M. Bolen1, Bruce R. Thomas1, Benjamin Heatherly2 and Wendy L. Cowan1, (1)Athens State University, Athens, AL, (2)Brookhill Elementary School, Athens, AL
RC19
Prediction of PACER Performance From BMI-for-Age Percentile in Sixth Graders
Wenhao Liu, Traci D. Zillifro and Randall A. Nichols, Slippery Rock University, Slippery Rock, PA
RC20
Drama and Dance Education for Development of Motor Skills
Yasemin Aldemir, Nusret Ramazanoglu, Fatih Kaya, Bilal Bicer and Semih Yilmaz, Marmara University, Istanbul, Turkey
RC21
Sleep Duration, Physical Activity, and Body Mass Index of Middle School Students
Scott M. Ronspies1, Matthew Madden2, Ovande Furtado1 and Gannon White3, (1)Eastern Illinois University, Charleston, IL, (2)Pacific Lutheran University, Tacoma, WA, (3)University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, CO
RC22
Promoting Students' Physical Activity: The Role of Social Cognitive Variables
Tao Zhang1, Melinda A. Solmon2 and Xiangli Gu2, (1)University of North Texas, Denton, TX, (2)Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA
RC23
The Impact of Teaching Style on Activity, Fitness, and Motivation
Justin Menickelli1, Peter A. Hastie2, David Claxton1 and Dan Grube1, (1)Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC, (2)Auburn University, Auburn, AL
RC24
Game-Size and Physical Activity Levels of Elementary School Children
Ken Bell1, Tyler G. Johnson1, Jane Shimon1 and John Bale2, (1)Boise State University, Boise, ID, (2)Riverside Elementary, Boise, ID
RC25
Enjoyment of Interactive Video Games in Physical Education
Mei-Lin Yeh-Lane1, Michelle Moosbrugger2, John Liu2, Ruth Arnold3 and Anita N. Lee4, (1)Springfield College, West Springfield, MA, (2)Springfield College, Springfield, MA, (3)Springfield College, East Longmeadow, MA, (4)Eastern Connecticut State University, Willimantic, CT
RC26
Elementary Children's Physical Activity During Indoor Recess Videos
Heather E. Erwin, Ryann M. Koufoudakis, Aaron Beighle and Jenna C. Schwartz, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY
RC27
Lesson Influence on Motivation and Physical Activity in Physical Education
Heather E. Erwin1, Jenna C. Schwartz1, Aaron Beighle1, Megan Stellino2, Mark Abel1 and Ryann M. Koufoudakis1, (1)University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY, (2)University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, CO
RC28
Problem-Based Learning With Physical Fitness in High School
Chien-Chih Chou, Taipei Physical Education College, Taipei, Taiwan, Ya-Ting Yu, National Taiwan Sport University, Taoyuan, Taiwan, Chi-Chuan Lin, Taipei Physical Education College, Taipei city, Taiwan, Tien-Tze Chen, Aletheia University, Taipei, Taiwan and Jui-Yi Teng, Taipei Physical Education College, Taipei, FL, Taiwan
RC29
Physical Activity Levels in Coed and Same-Sex Physical Education Using Tactical Games
Skip M. Williams1, James C. Hannon2, Zan Gao3, Steve Mitchell4, Maria Newton5 and Barry B. Shultz5, (1)Illinois State University, Normal, IL, (2)The University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, (3)Texas Tech University, Salt Lake City, UT, (4)Kent State University, Kent, OH, (5)University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT
RC30
Expectancy-Value Model, Situational Motivation, and Motivational Outcomes in Physical Education
Xiangli Gu1, Tao Zhang2 and Melinda A. Solmon1, (1)Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA, (2)University of North Texas, Denton, TX
RC31
Children's Voices: Views of and Meanings Assigned to Physical Activity
Kevin Patton, California State University, Chico, Chico, CA and Melissa Parker, University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, CO
RC32
Teacher Use of FITNESSGRAM® Components
Debra A. Ballinger, East Stroudsburg University, East Stroudsburg, PA and Richard E. Cain, Southern Connecticut State University, New Haven, CT
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