Southwest American College of Sports Medicine Annual Conference
2021 Annual Conference
October 29-30, 2021
Orange County Costa Mesa Hilton Hotel
SWACSM Chapter Leadership
- President
- Marci Raney, Occidental College
- President Elect
- Kimberly Henige, California State University, Northridge
- Past-President
- Michele LeBlanc, California Lutheran University
- Executive Director
- Jack Young, University of Nevada, Las Vegas
- Associate Executive Director
- Ben Yaspelkis III, California State University, Northridge
- Member at Large - Communications Committee
- Hawley Almstedt, Loyola Marymount University
- Ken Vitale, University of California, San Diego
- Member at Large - Abstracts and Awards Committee
- Jenevieve Roper, Loyola Marymount University
- James Navalta, University of Nevada, Las Vegas
- Student Representative
- Josh Vicente, California State University, Northridge
Student Research Competition - Undergraduate
The Effects of Exercise on Hunger and Satiety Hormone Concentrations Over a 36-Hour Fast: A Randomized Crossover Study
Jacob L. Coleman, Landon Deru, Hunter Chamberlain, and Bruce W. Bailey
Do it for the gram: results from the physical activity and social media support (PASS) study
Shalis Danayan and Zakkoyya Lewis
COVID-19 Induced Changes in Physical Activity at Public Parks in Los Angeles County
Brenna E. Knapp and Marcella Raney
Evaluation of Skipping in College Students With and Without Autism Spectrum Disorder
Isabel Munoz Orozco, Kimberly Hernandez, Joevanie Mata, Teri Todd, Melissa Mache, and Danielle Jarvis
Self-Generated Lower Body Negative Pressure as a No-Power Countermeasure for Deep Space
Suhas Rao Velichala, Ryan Kassel, Alan Hargens, and Victoria Ly
Student Research Competition - Graduate
Differential Cardiovascular Responses to Acute Exercise in Adults with Cerebral Palsy
Gustavo Aldama, Allison Bui, and Areum K. Jensen
The Effects of Meditative and Mindful Walking on Mental and Cardiovascular Health
Dustin W. Davis, Bryson Carrier, Kyle Cruz, Brenna Barrios, and James W. Navalta FACSM
Efficacy of a Regression Method to Confirm VO2max in Middle-Aged and Older Adults: A Pilot Study
Jeremy B. Ducharme, Zachary J. McKenna, Christine M. Mermier, and Ann L. Gibson FACSM
A Comparison of Heat Treatment-Induced Skeletal Muscle Adaptations Relative to Exercise Training
Jamie P. Kaluhiokalani, Jack Mehling, Brandon Pfeifer, and Mohadeseh Ahmadi
Kinematics and Motor Responses of Law Enforcement Officers in a Spontaneous Lethal Threat Scenario
Michael A. Kantor, Dane Bartz, William Lewinski, and Robert Pettitt FACSM
Genetic drivers of cardiac remodeling in health and disease in female mice
Alexander R. Strumwasser
Southwest ACSM Abstracts
Validity of Garmin Devices while Ascending and Descending Flights of Stairs
Alan V. Garcia, Melissa Strehlow, Dustin W. Davis, Javen Miguel, Jeff Montes, and James W. Navalta
Evaluating the Effect of Electrode Placement on Phase Angle and Body Fat Percentage via the RJL Quantum Legacy Device
Avadney Gerard-Osbourne; Jeremy B. Ducharme; Jonathan M. Houck; Holly Hall; Chloe Clark; and Ann Gibson, FACSM
Comparison of Whole-Body Phase Angle Assessed by Supine and Vertical Bioelectrical Impedance Analyzers
Ann L. Gibson, Chloe Clark, Jeremy B. Ducharme, Jonathan M. Houck, Holly Hall, and Avadney Gerard-Osbourne
Alterations in Musculoskeletal Function and Body Composition in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Alvaro Leal Gomez, Stephanie S. Wang, Jodi F. Engelhardt, Monica C. Orosa, and Areum K. Jensen
Acute Effect of Dietary Supplementation with Grape Seed Extract Attenuates Blood Pressure increase during Cold Pressor Test in Prehypertensive Men
Sarah Greenawalt, Albert A. Lira Jr., Kylie J. Morrison, Ronaldo U. Meneses, Christen J. Lutz, Savannah C. Ulhir, and Jong-Kyung Kim
A Case Study Comparison of Lower Extremity Kinematics in Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome
Amanda Hernandez, Patricia VanOosbree, and Kristyne Wiegand
Depressive Symptoms Related to Domain-Specific Physical Activity
Ola Iduma and Zachary Zenko
Validity of B-Mode Ultrasound for Body Composition Assessment in the Field
Nathan Jensen, Conner Dearden, Brett Holmes, Shane Draper, and Andrew Creer
Angular Impulse of the Whole Body During American Football Long Snapping
Janelle J. Kim and Travis J. Peterson
Short-Term Effects of Exercise on Grip and Pinch Strength
Kristen Lantis and Deanna J. Schmidt
Key Genetic Drivers of Volitional Physical Activity in the Central Nervous System
Brayden K. Leyva, Timothy M. Moore, Alexander R. Strumwasser, Xia Yang, Aldons J. Lusis, and Andrea L. Hevener
Do Sex Differences Exist in Critical Power and W’?
Jessica J. Linde, Jessica Collins, Olivia Leach, Megan Sherman, Kiese Mpongo, Jaron Quirante, and Jayson R. Gifford
Cardiorespiratory Fitness Level Alters Blood Pressure Responses Induced by Histamine H1- and H2-receptor Blockade During Dynamic Exercise
Albert A. Lira Jr., Dustin J. Lirazan, Ronaldo U. Meneses, Sung J. Yun, and Jong-Kyung Kim
Rare Case of Simultaneous Thoracic Outlet Syndrome and Musculocutaneous Neuropathy in a Baseball Pitcher
Steven C. Liu and Kenneth Vitale
Fit (and Healthy) for Duty: Lipid Profiles and Fitness Relationships from Police Officers in a Health and Wellness Program
Robert G. Lockie, Robin (Rob) Marc Orr, and J. Jay Dawes
Local Skin Temperature and Local Sweat Rate
Gary W. Mack and Jim D. Cotter
Effect of Exercise in Sync with Circadian Preference on Migraine Load in Migraineurs
Elias M. Malek, Graham McGinnis, and James Navalta
The Effect of the Short Foot Exercise on the Knee during Landing
Jacob G. Mayoral, Connor Owen, Daniel Metri, Andy Arant, Dane Johnson, Robert Dudley, and Andrea Du Bois
Uphill, Level, and Downhill Running in a New Style of Road-Racing Shoe
Hunter McWilliams, Iain Hunter, Jared Ward, Cal Bradshaw, and Tyler Standifird
Macrophage Response to Damage in Old and Young Skeletal Muscle
Jack Mehling, Robert D. Hyldahl, and Mohadeseh Ahmadi
Effects of Short Foot Exercise on Ankle Eversion Velocity
Daniel Metri, Jacob Mayoral, Connor Owen, Andy Arant, Dane Johnson, Robert Dudley, and Andrea Du Bois
Comparison of Flights Climbed Between Garmin and Fitbit Devices
Javen Miguel, Alan Garcia, Melissa Strehlow, Dustin W. Davis, Jeff Montes, and James W. Navalta
A Comparison of High-intensity Interval and Moderate Intensity Continuous Training on Glucose Regulation in Sedentary, Obese Individuals
Sophia R. Mirth, Brandon J. Sawyer, Dharini M. Bhammer, and Glenn A. Gaesser
Changes in Vertical Reaction Force During Treadmill High-Intensity Interval Training
Jared Moore, Garry Cai, and George Salem
The Impact of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury Risk on Baseline Balance Assessment for Concussion in Collegiate Athletes
Ryan N. Moran and Nicholas G. Murray
Anthropometric Predictors of Arterial Stiffness when Adjusting for Fitness in College-Aged Adults
Riley Morton, Kyli Alvarez, Estephania Campa, Malia Nowlen, and Zachary Zeigler
Obstacle Negotiation Gaze Strategies Of The Physically Fatigued
Belle P. Ponce de Leon, Makena Savola, Sedona Boren, Andrew Fishman, Sarika Varma, and Jacob W. Hinkel-Lipsker
College Students’ Perceived Stress in Relation to Physical Activity Behaviors During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Holli Rosas, Andrea Hughes, and Sarah L. Dunn Ph.D.
Body Composition and Fitness Characteristics from Structural Firefighters in a Health and Wellness Program: Differences According to Injury Status and Location
Tomas J. Ruvalcaba, Daniel Higuera, Robin (Rob) Marc Orr, J. Jay Dawes, Kristina A. Ross, and Robert G. Lockie
Evaluating the Validity of the Salatto-Love and Care of Nature Direct Indication Scale Against the Love and Care of Nature Scale During Rest and After Self-Paced Hiking
Robert W. Salatto, Dustin W. Davis, Elias M. Malek, Charli Aguilar, Jeff Montes, Nathaniel Bodell, Jacob W. Manning, Mark DeBeliso PhD, and James Navalta
Reverting To A Healthier Diet Or Employing An Aerobic Exercise Regime Independently Restore Muscle Fiber Phenotype Disturbed By High-Fat Diet In Muscle Of Mice
Nathan Serrano, Harkaran S. Sodhi, Kailin Johnsson, Laurel B. Winslow, Layla Al-Nakkash, and Christos S. Katsanos
Phase Angle Is Associated with Muscular Fitness in Breast Cancer Survivors
Trevor Short, Michelle Pits, Paulette Yamada, and Cheri Teranishi-Hashimoto
Understanding and Communicating Physical Activity Guidelines: Creating a Training Video for Health Care Providers
Jafrā D. Thomas, Bethany C. Love, and Caroline N. Smith
Developing a Predictive Model for VO2MAX in Middle-Distance Track and Field Athletes
Nicole Vargas, Patricia VanOosbree, and Kristyne Wiegand
Gender Differences in Physical Activity Level by Domain
Natasha Vinluan and Zachary Zenko
High School Strength and Conditioning: A Narrative Review of the Literature
Alexander Wakely and Robert G. Lockie
My Brain Hurts: A Focus on Somatosensory Complaints in Traumatic Brain Injury Patients Assessed by Neurobehavioral Symptom Inventory
Christine Walker, Jason Bailie, Rosemay Remigio-Baker, and Ida Babakhanyan
Lifting in an Alternate Reality: The Application of Action Observation Within Virtual Reality and Weightlifting.
Michael Weise, Nikko Cando, Alex Krause, Kim Hernandez, Rabbani Nzeza, Allyssa Alcasabas, and Jake Hinkel-Lipsker
Army Combat Fitness Test Performance by Sex in ROTC Cadets
Kevin Lee Withrow, J. Jay Dawes, Robin (Rob) Marc Orr, and Robert G. Lockie
The effects of transcranial direct current stimulation of dorsolateral prefrontal cortex over multiple days on shooting performance in elite Deaflympic athletes: A case series
Nicholas Pudar, Milan Pantovic, Sheniz Mooney, and Brach Poston
Arch Characteristics among Habitual Users of Minimalist Footwear
Kaleb M. Barker, Kirk E. Bassett, Spencer G. Straddeck, and Sarah T. Ridge
College Student Self-Efficacy for Exercise in Relation to Reported Physical Activity Levels During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Angelez Becerra, Andrea Hughes, and Sarah L. Dunn Ph.D.
Autonomic and Cardiovascular Responses to Acute Exercise in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Allison T. Bui, Gustavo Aldama, Kauionalani P. Kekuawela, Jacob A. Manriquez, and Areum K. Jensen
Qualitative Analysis of a Novel Approach by Kinesiology Students to Increase Population Physical Activity in Underserved Communities
Joshua Carlos, Lisa Chaudhari, Rachel Lang-Balde, and Steven Loy
Step It Up: A Pilot Study of the Physical Demands of Division I Team’s Soccer Matches Versus Semi-Professional and Collegiate Competition
Madalyn Carrasco and Robert G. Lockie
Assessing the Validity of Several Heart Rate Monitors in Wearable Technology While Mountain Biking
Bryson Carrier, R. W. Salatto, Dustin W. Davis, Jacquelyn V.L. Sertic, Brenna Barrios, Peyton Cater, and James W. Navalta
Moderate Intensity Arm Cycling as a Viable Exercise Alternative for Overfat and Obese Individuals with Poor Cardiorespiratory Fitness
Nicolas W. Clark, Valeria Panissa, Jeffrey R. Stout Ph.D., Adam J. Wells, Dale Wagner, and David H. Fukuda Ph.D.
Impact of High Intensity Interval Training Versus Moderate Intensity Continuous Training on Critical Power
Jessica Collins, Olivia Leach, Abigail Dorff, Jessica Linde, Jason Kofoed, Megan Sherman, Meagan Proffit, Jaron Quirante, Kiese Mpongo, and Jayson Gifford
Coordination of Ankle, Knee, and Hip Joint Torques During an American Football Long Snap
Faith Cottam and Travis Peterson Ph.D
Validity of the K5 Wearable Metabolic System during the YMCA Bench Press Test - A Pilot Study
Kyle Cruz, James W. Navalta, Dustin W. Davis, and Bryson Carrier
Maximum Aerobic Exercise Induces Common Carotid Vasoconstriction and Increased Vascular Resistance
Michael Diaz, Zaria Opara, Heysel Morales, and Allan Knox
Are Age-Related Differences in Critical Power and Work-Prime Simply Due to Differences in Muscle Mass
Abigail Dorff
The Effects of Exercise on Inflammatory Biomarkers over a 36-h Fast
Austin F. Duersch, Bruce W. Bailey, and Landon Deru
Validity of Average Heart Rate and Energy Expenditure in Polar Armband Devices While Self-Paced Biking
Wyatt B. Fullmer; Bryson Carrier; Elias Malek; Damian Gil; Kyle Cruz; Charli Aguilar; Dustin Davis; Nathaniel Bodell; Jeff Montes; Jake Manning; Mark Debeliso, FACSM; James Navalta, FACSM; and Marcus M. Lawrence
Validity of Average Heart Rate and Energy Expenditure in Polar OH1 and Verity Sense While Self-Paced Running
Damian Gil, Bryson Carrier, Wyatt Fullmer, Kyle Cruz, Charli D. Aguilar, Dustin W. Davis, Elias M. Malek, Nathaniel Bodell, Jeff Montes, Jacob W. Manning, James W. Navalta, Marcus M. Lawrence, and Mark DeBeliso PhD
Time Course of Supine Assessment of Bioelectrical Variables: An Evaluation of Resistance, Reactance, and Phase Angle
Holly Hall, Jeremy B. Ducharme, Jonathan M. Houck, Avadney Gerard-Osbourne, Chloe Clark, and Ann Gibson
Validation of the Garmin Fenix 6S Maximal Oxygen Consumption (VO2max) Estimate
Macy M. Helm, Bryson Carrier, Dustin W. Davis, Kyle Cruz, Brenna Barrios, and James W. Navalta
Systematic Observation of Mask Adherence and Physical Distancing in a Public Recreational Setting in Response to Public Policy
Andrea Hughes and Jason Ng
The Effects of a Fitness and Wellness Course on Physical Activity Behavior and Intentions: Comparing In-Person Learning to Remote Learning.
Calia A. Hunter, Carson Croel, Shannon R. Siegel FACSM, and Stephanie Cooper
Kinesiology Student Led 3 WINS Fitness; Free Exercise Program Pivots Virtual and Emerges from Pandemic as Hybrid Park-Based Program for Underserved Communities
David Jimenez, Arlene Flores, Gabrielle Villagra, Joshua Carlos, and Steven Loy
Analysis of Comparative Enjoyment Following High to Moderate Intensity Upper Body Cycling and Lower Body Cycling in Lean and Obese
Kyle Larsen, David H. Fukuda Ph.D., Anthony Ciccone, and Nicolas Clark
Kinetic and Kinematic Analysis of the Split Jerk and the Split Jerk from the Rack
Adrina Lazar, Kevin Valenzuela, Kurt A. Escobar, and Evan E. Schick
Rapid Onset Vasodilation with Lower Body Positive and Negative Pressure
Olivia Leach, Gary Mack, and Jayson Gifford
Investigation of Swimming Economy while Wearing Different Triathlon Wetsuit Styles at Submaximal Front Crawl Swimming
Boram LIm, Alejandro Villalobos, George Crocker, and John Mercer Dr.
Electromyographic Examination of Hip and Knee Extension Hex Bar Exercises Varied by Starting Knee and Torso Angles
Meghan McCauley, Jennifer Rivera, Whitney D. Leyva, Kalin A. Tomlinson, Kevin A. Valenzuela, Elisabeth Zeitz, and Edward Jo Dr.
Kinesiophobia Prevalence Among College Athletes
Lindsey R. McNeely and Robert I. Dudley
A Comparison of Multiple Body Composition Measurement Methods to the Department of Defense’s Physical Fitness and Body Fat Program Procedures
Desmond J. Millender, Holly M. Hall, Jeremy B. Ducharme, Avadney F. Gerard-Osbourne, and Ann L. Gibson
No Sex Differences in Common Carotid Artery Stiffness Response Following Maximal Oxygen Consumption Test
Heysel Y. Morales, Michael Diaz, Zaria Opara, and Allan Knox
Effect of Exercise in Sync with Circadian Preference on Classification of Response and Non-response in Migraineurs
James W. Navalta, Graham R. McGinnis, and Elias M. Malek
Two Weeks of Remote Ischemic Preconditioning Improved Cutaneous Microvascular Responses to Post-Occlusive Reactive Hyperemia
Martin Navarro
Effect of Sustained COVID-19 Guidelines on Eating Behaviors and Weight Gain
Malia Nowlen, Kyli Alvarez, Riley Morton, Estephania Campa, and Zachary Zeigler
Maintained Elevated Systolic Blood Pressures in African Americans and Hispanic Individuals Following Maximum Oxygen Consumption Test When Compared to Caucasians: A Pilot Study
Zaria S. Opara, Heysel Morales, Michael Diaz, and Allan Knox
The Effects of Short Foot Exercise on Ground Reaction Forces during Landing
Connor M. Owen, Daniel Metri, Jacob Mayoral, Andy Arant, Dane Johnson, Robert Dudley, and Andrea Du Bois
The Role of Physical Activity in the Relationship Between Sitting Time and Insulin Resistance
Kayla Parker and Larry A. Tucker
Understanding Muscle Power Decline Through Cross-sectional and Longitudinal Analyses of Elite and Masters Track & Field Data
Brandon Pfeifer, Michael Hall, Meghan Carlisle, and Robert D. Hyldahl
What do you Need, Coach? Translating the Relationship Between Sprint Metrics and Training Load for Practical Application in Division I Women’s Soccer
Dieanna C. Prudholme and Robert G. Lockie
Influence of Sleep Disturbances on Landing and Jumping Forces in Elite College Age Individuals
Spencer Rasmussen, Caitlyn Stainbrook, Emily Sullenger, Shane Draper, Andrew Creer, and Tyler Standifird
Mechanics of Running Grade Ability
Kaleigh Renninger, Iain Hunter, and Tyler Standifird
Online Physical Activity Advice for Older Adults during COVID-19: Results of a Pilot Study
Mirabella R. Russo, Jafrā D. Thomas, Calvin J. Wu, and Abigail M. McIntyre
Cannabis and Cannabidiol Use in Active Individuals: A Survey of Timing and Reasons for Use
Matthew M. Schubert, Jamie E. Hibbert, Richard Armenta, Erik A. Willis, and Whitney Ogle
Single Running Bout Achilles Tendon Stiffness Adaptations in Elite Male Runners with Various Foot Strike Patterns
Joshua Sponbeck, Iain Hunter, Luke Brogan, Zachary Ludwig, Collette Batty, and Wayne Johnson
Effects Of Various Self-Myofascial Release Devices On 60-Meter Sprint Performance
Jared Steele, Nicole D. Bolter PhD, Maria J. Veri PhD, and Matt Lee FACSM
Comparison of Plantar Fascia Thickness and Foot Pain in People with Plantar Fasciitis: A Preliminary Analysis
Spencer G. Straddeck, Camille L. Nguyen, Kaleb Barker, Sarah T. Ridge, and Aaron W. Johnson
Validity of Fitbit Devices while Ascending and Descending Flights of Stairs
Melissa Strehlow, Alan Garcia, Dustin W. Davis, Javen Miguel, Jeff Montes, and James W. Navalta
Assessing Changes in Exercise, Dietary and Sleeping Habits in Students During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Jennifer Tram, Justin Tram, Caitlin MacMillen, Sarah Merrill, and Kenneth Vitale FACSM
Biomechanical Changes in Running Post-Transition in a Triathlon
Luke VanKeersbilck and Travis Peterson Phd
Crossing over to the other side; Studying effect of fatigue when walking in a randomized & new space
Joshua A. Vicente, Alex X. Krause, Yesenia Acosta-Marin, Ephraim Flores, Jaesung Joo, and Jacob W. Hinkel-Lipsker
Effect of 4-week Creatine Monohydrate Supplementation on Absolute Strength in Trained and Untrained Healthy Adults
Carson C. Vollmer and Brittany K. Sanchez
Combine Anthropometric and Physical Performance Predictors of Professional Basketball Rookie Free Throw Accuracy
Kristine R. Wilson and Anthony B. Ciccone
The Effect of Percussive Massage on Skeletal Muscle Mitochondrial Fat Oxidation and Thigh Fat Thickness
Mohadeseh Ahmadi
Short-duration Massage Does not Affect Grip Strength in Rock Climbers
Tayler Ah Nee and Christopher Berger
The Effect of Heat Therapy on Skeletal Muscle Satellite Cell Content
Boston J. Andersen, Jamie P. Kaluhiokalani, Brandon S. Pfeifer, Jack B. Mehling, and Robert D. Hyldahl
Acute Effects of Swimming and Running on Serum Cartilage Oligomeric Matrix Concentration
Stephanie Bangerter, Martha Gill, Madison J. Rhoades, Alexandra M. Hay, Seth A. Ferguson, Hyunwook Lee, Ronald L. Hager, Gary J. Measom, and Matthew K. Seeley
Effect of Moderate Intensity Cycle Ergometer Exercise in Normoxia and Hypobaric Hypoxia on Markers Related to Autophagy – A Pilot Study
Quint N. Berkemeier, Zachary McKenna, Zachary Fennel, Roberto Nava, Christine Mermier, and Ann L. Gibson
Time Spent Jogging/Running and Telomere Length in 5805 U.S. Adults
Christina M. Blackmon and Larry A. Tucker
Validity of Average Heart Rate and Energy Expenditure in Polar OH1 and Verity Sense While Self-Paced Walking
Nathaniel Bodell, Bryson Carrier, Damian Gil, Wyatt Fullmer, Kyle Cruz, Charli D. Aguilar, Dustin W. Davis, Elias M. Malek, Jeff Montes, Jacob W. Manning, James W. Navalta, Marcus M. Lawrence, and Mark DeBeliso PhD
Live Long and Prosper: A Systematic Review of Equipment-Based Training Programs for Older Adults.
Charisma Byrd, Patric Lee, Katie Lopez, Sarah Pearce, Landen Wong, Alexandra Auslander, Zakkoyya Lewis, and Lara Killick
Effects of an Achilles Speedbridge on Ankle Joint Motion: A Case Study
Alfredo Cervantes, Kevin Valenzuela, Justin Demoss, Anaya Blade, and Hunter J. Bennett
Electromyographic Analysis of the Vastus Lateralis and Vastus Medialis Muscles Among Different Crank Lengths in Cycling
Jackson C. Crovella, Karoline M. Wucherer, Joy He, and Christiane R. O'Hara
Quality of Knee Strengthening Exercises Performed at Home Deteriorates After One Week
Hayden E. Dennis, Hyunwook Lee, Ulrike Mitchell, and M. K. Seeley