Physical and Physiological Characteristics of Elite Ringette Players

Webster, Anthony L.; Horne, L.; Wheelans, L.; Bell, Gordon J.

doi:10.1097/00005768-199905001-01230

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“…A sample size calculation was not performed, however profiling of specific athletic sub-populations have previously been reported using a smaller or similar sample size. 11 Further, the subject number used in this study represented approximately 10% of the employed workforce. All participants provided written informed consent to be subjects for this study and the research was conducted in accordance with the guidelines provided by the Declaration of Helsinki pertaining to research using human subjects.…”

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A Descriptive Physical Profile of Western Australian Male Paramedics

Chapman

Peiffer

Abbiss

et al. 2007

Australasian Journal of Paramedicine

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Introduction The purpose of this investigation was to evaluate the physical characteristics of a group of West Australian male paramedics. Methods Data was collected from conventional (CO) (n=18) and special operations (SO) (n=11) officers undergoing occupational performance evaluations as contracted by St. John Ambulance Australia to an external independent third party. Using a series of field-based physical conditioning tests, aerobic capacity (multistage shuttle run test), body composition (skinfolds), flexibility (sit-and-reach test), muscular strength (5 stage abdominal and grip strength), muscular endurance (sit-ups, push-ups and chin-ups in 60 seconds (s)), power (vertical jump height), and anaerobic capacity/agility using the Bangsbo agility test were examined. Results The average predicted aerobic capacity of all officers was 45.8±5.2 ml·kg·min-1 (mean ± SD). Mean rating of abdominal strength was 4±1 and mean grip strength was 52±9 kg. The maximum number of sit-ups, push-ups and chin-ups performed in 60 s was 21±11, 40±12 and 7±5, respectively. Significantly more push-ups were completed for SO than for CO. Percentage body fat was significantly lower for SO than for CO. Fatigue index score (Bangsbo test) were significantly lower for SO than for CO. Conclusion The physical fitness profile of our sample indicated above normal levels of aerobic capacity, local muscle endurance and muscle strength, which likely contributes to workplace performance competency. However the fitness profile highlighted a potential deficiency in anaerobic capacity. Paramedics may benefit from a physical conditioning program with emphasis on their ability to operate at a greater functional capacity for higher repeated near maximal efforts.

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