Year: 2014
Type: article
Abstract: Exercise has been known to impact affective states, however there is a discrepancy in the field regarding an optimal exercise intensity.It has been tradition to recommend moderate exercise intensities over high intensities and to promote cardiovascular activity over resistance training to individuals seeking desirable mood changes.The primary purpose of this study was to examine the affective changes that occur during and after a bout of CrossFit exercise, which the CrossFit community touts as a high intensity form of exercise, and includes aspects of cardiovascular and resistance training.The secondary purpose of the study was to examine exercise enjoyment as well as ratings of perceived exertion (RPE).The independent variable was experience (current CrossFitters; novice CrossFitters).Participants included 16 CrossFitters (n = 8 men, n = 8 women) and 13 regular exercisers (n = 6 men; n = 7 women); mean age = 33.0 ±
Author: Reed J. Kaus
Institution: Bowling Green State University
Language: English
Topic: Physical Activity and Health
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W124865298