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Eggs modulate the inflammatory response to carbohydrate restricted diets in overweight menJoseph C Ratliff
Department of Nutritional Sciences, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT, USA
Nutr Metab (Lond) 5:6. 2008..Here, as a follow up of our previous study, we examined the effects of eggs (a source of both dietary cholesterol and lutein) on adiponectin, a marker of insulin sensitivity, and on inflammatory markers in the context of a CRD...- Dietary carbohydrate restriction in type 2 diabetes mellitus and metabolic syndrome: time for a critical appraisalAnthony Accurso
State University of New York Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn, New York, USA
Nutr Metab (Lond) 5:9. 2008..These beneficial effects of carbohydrate restriction do not require weight loss. Finally, the point is reiterated that carbohydrate restriction improves all of the features of metabolic syndrome... - Physiogenomic comparison of human fat loss in response to diets restrictive of carbohydrate or fatRichard L Seip
Genomas, Inc, 67 Jefferson St, Hartford, Connecticut, USA
Nutr Metab (Lond) 5:4. 2008..We used physiogenomics to explore associations among polymorphisms in candidate genes and changes in relative body fat (Delta%BF) to low fat and low carbohydrate diets... - A multi-nutrient supplement reduced markers of inflammation and improved physical performance in active individuals of middle to older age: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled studyCourtenay Dunn-Lewis
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269, USA
Nutr J 10:90. 2011.... - Acute ingestion of a novel whey-derived peptide improves vascular endothelial responses in healthy individuals: a randomized, placebo controlled trialKevin D Ballard
Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, 2095 Hillside Road, Unit 1110, Storrs, CT 06269, USA
Nutr J 8:34. 2009..Based on findings from in vitro experiments indicating a novel whey derived peptide (NOP-47) increased endothelial nitric oxide synthesis, we tested its effects on vascular function in humans... - Analysis of dietary interventions. A simple payoff matrix for display of comparative dietary trialsRichard D Feinman
Department of Biochemistry, State University of New York Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn, New York, USA
Nutr J 7:24. 2008..To provide a simple method for presentation of data in comparative dietary trials... - Raisins and additional walking have distinct effects on plasma lipids and inflammatory cytokinesMichael J Puglisi
Department of Nutritional Sciences University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269, USA
Lipids Health Dis 7:14. 2008..The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of consuming raisins, increasing steps walked, or a combination of these interventions on blood pressure, plasma lipids, glucose, insulin and inflammatory cytokines... - Carbohydrate restriction and dietary cholesterol modulate the expression of HMG-CoA reductase and the LDL receptor in mononuclear cells from adult menGisella Mutungi
Department of Nutritional Sciences, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT, 06269 USA
Lipids Health Dis 6:34. 2007..00 +/- 0.60 to 1.67 +/- 1.94 arbitrary units P < 0.05). The findings indicate that dietary cholesterol during a weight loss intervention alters the expression of genes regulating cholesterol homeostasis... - Limited effect of dietary saturated fat on plasma saturated fat in the context of a low carbohydrate dietCassandra E Forsythe
Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Unit 1110, Storrs, CT 06269 1110, USA
Lipids 45:947-62. 2010..82 CRD-SFA; r = -0.62 CRD-UFA). These findings are consistent with the concept that dietary saturated fat is efficiently metabolized in the presence of low carbohydrate, and that a CRD results in better preservation of plasma ARA... - Ergogenic effects of betaine supplementation on strength and power performanceElaine C Lee
Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT, USA
J Int Soc Sports Nutr 7:27. 2010..We investigated the ergogenic effects of betaine (B) supplementation on strength and power performance... 
The effects of creatine supplementation on muscular performance and body composition responses to short-term resistance training overreachingJeff S Volek
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269, USA
Eur J Appl Physiol 91:628-37. 2004..In addition, creatine supplementation appears to be effective for maintaining muscular performance during the initial phase of high-volume resistance training overreaching that otherwise results in small performance decrements...
Effects of dietary carbohydrate restriction versus low-fat diet on flow-mediated dilationJeff S Volek
Department of Kinesiology and the Department of Nutritional Sciences, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269 1110, USA
Metabolism 58:1769-77. 2009..9% to 5.2% in the LFD group (P = .004). These findings show that a 12-week low-carbohydrate diet improves postprandial vascular function more than a LFD in individuals with atherogenic dyslipidemia...- Dietary carbohydrate restriction induces a unique metabolic state positively affecting atherogenic dyslipidemia, fatty acid partitioning, and metabolic syndromeJeff S Volek
Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, 2095 Hillside Road, Unit 1110, Storrs, CT 06269 1110, United States
Prog Lipid Res 47:307-18. 2008.... - Effects of carnitine supplementation on flow-mediated dilation and vascular inflammatory responses to a high-fat meal in healthy young adultsJeff S Volek
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT, USA
Am J Cardiol 102:1413-7. 2008..In conclusion, consistent with other work showing a beneficial effect of carnitine on vascular function, these findings indicate that carnitine supplementation in healthy individuals improves postprandial FMD after a high-fat meal... - Influence of nutrition on responses to resistance trainingJeff S Volek
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269 1110, USA
Med Sci Sports Exerc 36:689-96. 2004..The pathway of adaptation is proposed as a model to assist in integrating research findings from the current body of literature and future studies examining various diet and resistance exercise configurations... - Effects of chromium supplementation on glycogen synthesis after high-intensity exerciseJeff S Volek
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269 1110, USA
Med Sci Sports Exerc 38:2102-9. 2006..Chromium enhances insulin signaling and insulin-mediated glucose uptake in cultured cells. We investigated the effect of chromium on glycogen synthesis and insulin signaling in humans... - Modification of lipoproteins by very low-carbohydrate dietsJeff S Volek
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, U 1110, Storrs, CT 06269 1110, USA
J Nutr 135:1339-42. 2005..Considering the effectiveness of VLCDs in promoting fat loss and improving the metabolic syndrome, discounting or condemning their use is unjustified. We encourage a more unbiased, balanced appraisal of VLCDs... - Diet and exercise for weight loss: a review of current issuesJeff S Volek
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, Connecticut 06269 1110, USA
Sports Med 35:1-9. 2005..Perhaps the most challenging, but rewarding, question that faces researchers is how to predict individual responses to diet and exercise interventions... - Nutritional aspects of women strength athletesJ S Volek
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, 2095 Hillside Road, U 1110, Storrs, CT 06269 1110, USA
Br J Sports Med 40:742-8. 2006.... - Cardiovascular and hormonal aspects of very-low-carbohydrate ketogenic dietsJeff S Volek
Hman Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269 1110, USA
Obes Res 12:115S-23S. 2004..e., the type of fat and protein) and the interaction with other interventions (e.g., exercise, dietary supplements, drugs)... - Scientific basis and practical aspects of creatine supplementation for athletesJeff S Volek
Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, Connecticut 06269, USA
Nutrition 20:609-14. 2004..In summary, the predominance of research indicates that creatine supplementation represents a safe, effective, and legal method to enhance muscle size and strength responses to resistance training... - Carbohydrate restriction has a more favorable impact on the metabolic syndrome than a low fat dietJeff S Volek
Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, 2095 Hillside Road, Storrs, CT 06269 1110, USA
Lipids 44:297-309. 2009..The results support the use of dietary carbohydrate restriction as an effective approach to improve features of MetS and cardiovascular risk... - Influence of exercise training on physiological and performance changes with weight loss in menW J Kraemer
Department of Kinesiology, Noll Physiological Research Center, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park 16802, USA
Med Sci Sports Exerc 31:1320-9. 1999..The purpose of this study was to examine the physiological effects of a weight-loss dietary regimen with or without exercise... - A ketogenic diet favorably affects serum biomarkers for cardiovascular disease in normal-weight menMatthew J Sharman
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs 06269-1110, USA
J Nutr 132:1879-85. 2002..The results suggest that a short-term ketogenic diet does not have a deleterious effect on CVD risk profile and may improve the lipid disorders characteristic of atherogenic dyslipidemia... - Effects of heavy-resistance training on hormonal response patterns in younger vs. older menW J Kraemer
Human Performance Laboratory, Ball State University, Muncie, Indiana 47306, USA
J Appl Physiol 87:982-92. 1999..These data indicate that older men do respond with an enhanced hormonal profile in the early phase of a resistance training program, but the response is different from that of younger men... - Effects of a high-fat diet on postabsorptive and postprandial testosterone responses to a fat-rich mealJ S Volek
Human Performance Laboratory, Ball State University, Muncie, IN 47306, USA
Metabolism 50:1351-5. 2001..Alternative mechanisms (eg, higher uptake at the receptor level of cells) other than chylomicron-induced or insulin-induced inhibition of steroidogenesis are likely responsible for the reduction in TT and FT after a fat-rich meal... - Muscle recruitment patterns regulate physiological responses during exercise of the same intensityM R Deschenes
Department of Kinesiology, The College of William and Mary, Williamsburg, Virginia 23187 8795, USA
Am J Physiol Regul Integr Comp Physiol 279:R2229-36. 2000..These data indicated that the more pronounced muscle activation pattern associated with pedaling at 40 rpm resulted in greater physiological and psychophysiological stress than that observed at 80 rpm even though VO(2) was the same... - Responses of criterion variables to different supplemental doses of L-carnitine L-tartrateBarry A Spiering
Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs 06269, USA
J Strength Cond Res 21:259-64. 2007..Use of LCLT appears to attenuate metabolic stress and the hypoxic chain of events leading to muscle damage after exercise... - Safety measures of L-carnitine L-tartrate supplementation in healthy menM R Rubin
The Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269, USA
J Strength Cond Res 15:486-90. 2001..The results of this study suggest that LCLT, when used as a dietary supplement, has no adverse effects on metabolic and hematological safety variables in normally healthy men... - The effects of amino acid supplementation on muscular performance during resistance training overreachingNicholas A Ratamess
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, Connecticut 06269, USA
J Strength Cond Res 17:250-8. 2003..In addition, an initial high-volume, moderate-intensity phase of overreaching followed by a higher intensity, moderate-volume phase appears to be very effective for enhancing muscle strength in resistance-trained men... - Androgen receptor content following heavy resistance exercise in menNicholas A Ratamess
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, Unit 1110, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269-1110, USA
J Steroid Biochem Mol Biol 93:35-42. 2005..This may have been due to greater protein catabolism associated with the higher level of stress following higher-volume resistance exercise... - Carbohydrate restriction (with or without additional dietary cholesterol provided by eggs) reduces insulin resistance and plasma leptin without modifying appetite hormones in adult menJoseph Ratliff
Department of Nutritional Sciences, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269, USA
Nutr Res 29:262-8. 2009..001) after the intervention. These results indicate that inclusion of eggs in the diet (additional dietary cholesterol) did not modify the multiple beneficial effects of CRD on insulin resistance and appetite hormones... - Low-carbohydrate diet disrupts the association between insulin resistance and weight gainJose O Leite
Department of Nutritional Sciences, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269, USA
Metabolism 58:1116-22. 2009..The association between weight gain and insulin resistance seems to be dependent on high carbohydrate intake... - Differential effects of exhaustive cycle ergometry on concentric and eccentric torque productionW J Kraemer
Human Performance Laboratory, University of Connecticut, Storrs, USA
J Sci Med Sport 4:301-9. 2001..In conclusion, a 90-second maximal cycling sprint results in a significant decline in maximal torque of both concentric and eccentric muscle actions with the greatest magnitude observed during concentric muscle actions... - Performance, biochemical, and endocrine changes during a competitive football gameJay R Hoffman
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Health and Exercise Science, The College of New Jersey, Ewing, 08628 0718, USA
Med Sci Sports Exerc 34:1845-53. 2002..In addition, biochemical and endocrine responses also were examined to assess the physiological stress imposed by this competitive contest... - l-Carnitine l-tartrate supplementation favorably affects biochemical markers of recovery from physical exertion in middle-aged men and womenJen Yu Ho
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269 1110, USA
Metabolism 59:1190-9. 2010..These findings support our previous findings of l-carnitine in younger people that such supplementation can reduce chemical damage to tissues after exercise and optimize the processes of muscle tissue repair and remodeling... - The effects of 10 days of spaceflight on the shuttle Endeavor on predominantly fast-twitch muscles in the ratW J Kraemer
Human Performance Laboratory, Ball State University, Muncie, IN 47306, USA
Histochem Cell Biol 114:349-55. 2000..Thus, countermeasures aimed at slowing or even preventing muscle fiber atrophy are warranted... - Neuromuscular disturbance outlasts other symptoms of exercise-induced muscle damageM R Deschenes
Department of Kinesiology, The College of William and Mary, Williamsburg, VA 23187 8795, USA
J Neurol Sci 174:92-9. 2000..While other symptoms of exercise-induced muscle damage dissipate within 7 days, neuromuscular perturbation persists for at least 10 days... - The effect of heavy resistance exercise on the circadian rhythm of salivary testosterone in menW J Kraemer
Human Performance Laboratory, Ball State University, Muncie, IN 47306, USA
Eur J Appl Physiol 84:13-8. 2001..The results of this investigation indicate that resistance exercise does not affect the circadian pattern of salivary testosterone secretion over a 16-h waking period in resistance-trained men... - Effects of a carbohydrate-restricted diet with and without supplemental soluble fiber on plasma low-density lipoprotein cholesterol and other clinical markers of cardiovascular riskRichard J Wood
Department of Nutritional Sciences, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269 4017, USA
Metabolism 56:58-67. 2007..Furthermore, a CRD led to clinically important positive alterations in cardiovascular disease risk factors... - Body composition and hormonal responses to a carbohydrate-restricted dietJeff S Volek
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269-1110, USA
Metabolism 51:864-70. 2002.... - Effects of L-carnitine L-tartrate supplementation on muscle oxygenation responses to resistance exerciseBarry A Spiering
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, Connecticut, USA
J Strength Cond Res 22:1130-5. 2008..Enhanced oxygen consumption would explain why hypoxic stress was attenuated with LCLT supplementation... - Hormonal responses to a 160-km race across frozen AlaskaW J Kraemer
University of Connecticut, Human Performance Laboratory, Storrs, Connecticut 06269 1110, USA
Br J Sports Med 42:116-20; discussion 120. 2008..Examining hormonal responses to an extreme 160-km competition across frozen Alaska provides a unique opportunity to study this intense stress... - Anticipatory responses of catecholamines on muscle force productionDuncan N French
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, Unit 1110, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269 1110, USA
J Appl Physiol 102:94-102. 2007..02) for F(maintainers) than F(reducers). In conclusion, an anticipatory rise in catecholamines existed, which may be essential for optimal force production at the onset of exercise... - High-affinity growth hormone binding protein and acute heavy resistance exerciseMartyn R Rubin
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269, USA
Med Sci Sports Exerc 37:395-403. 2005..g., leptin and adipocytes) may serve to mask training-induced increases in circulating GHBP of a hepatic origin, thus masking any detectable increase in GH receptor expression... - Carbohydrate restriction, as a first-line dietary intervention, effectively reduces biomarkers of metabolic syndrome in Emirati adultsTaif Al-Sarraj
Department of Nutritional Sciences and 4Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269, USA
J Nutr 139:1667-76. 2009..05) group than in the CRD + AHA group. Results from this study suggest that a 6-wk CRD can effectively be used as a first-line diet therapy to rapidly improve features of MetS and cardiovascular risk in adult Emirati... - A combination of psyllium and plant sterols alters lipoprotein metabolism in hypercholesterolemic subjects by modifying the intravascular processing of lipoproteins and increasing LDL uptakeSudeep Shrestha
Department of Nutritional Sciences, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269, USA
J Nutr 137:1165-70. 2007..03). These results indicate that the hypocholesterolemic action of PSY and PS can be explained in part by modifications in the intravascular processing of lipoproteins and by increases in LDL receptor-mediated uptake... - Effects of vitamin E supplementation on recovery from repeated bouts of resistance exerciseNeva G Avery
Human Performance Laboratory, Ball State University, Muncie, Indiana 47306, USA
J Strength Cond Res 17:801-9. 2003..VE supplementation was not effective at attenuating putative markers of membrane damage, oxidative stress, and performance decrements after repeated bouts of whole-body concentric/eccentric resistance exercise... - Effects of concurrent resistance and aerobic training on load-bearing performance and the Army physical fitness testWilliam J Kraemer
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269, USA
Mil Med 169:994-9. 2004..Army Physical Fitness Test performance, loaded running, and leg power responded positively to training, however, it appears there is a high degree of specificity when concurrent training regimens are implemented... - Effects of exercise at different times on postprandial lipemia and endothelial functionRicardo Silvestre
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269, USA
Med Sci Sports Exerc 40:264-74. 2008..The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of previous exercise on metabolic, hormonal, and endothelial responses to an oral fat-tolerance test (OFTT)... - Maximal power at different percentages of one repetition maximum: influence of resistance and genderGwendolyn A Thomas
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, Connecticut 06269, USA
J Strength Cond Res 21:336-42. 2007.... - Effects of hydration state and resistance exercise on markers of muscle damageLinda M Yamamoto
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, Connecticut, USA
J Strength Cond Res 22:1387-93. 2008..Despite these results, athletes are encouraged to commence exercise in a euhydrated state to maximize endogenous hormonal, mechanical, and metabolic benefits... - The effects of carbohydrate loading on repetitive jump squat power performanceDisa L Hatfield
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, 06269, USA
J Strength Cond Res 20:167-71. 2006..These data show that elevated carbohydrate intake is not needed to optimize a repetitive power-endurance performance when it is done as the first exercise in a workout... - Lymphocyte proliferation in response to acute heavy resistance exercise in women: influence of muscle strength and total workK Dohi
Laboratory for Sports Medicine, Department of Kinesiology, Center for Sports Medicine, Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802, USA
Eur J Appl Physiol 85:367-73. 2001..Therefore, individuals performing at the same relative exercise intensity (i.e. 10 RM) in a resistance exercise protocol may have different immune responses stemming from differences in absolute total work performance... - The impact of velocity of movement on performance factors in resistance exerciseDisa L Hatfield
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269, USA
J Strength Cond Res 20:760-6. 2006..6 +/- 46.4 W). VOL speed elicited higher total volume than the VS velocity. The results of this study indicate that a VS velocity may not elicit appropriate levels of force, power, or volume to optimize strength and athletic performance... - Effect of resistance exercise on muscle steroidogenesisJakob L Vingren
Human Performance Laboratory, Dept of Kinesiology, 2095 Hillside Road, Unit 1110, Univ of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269 1110, USA
J Appl Physiol 105:1754-60. 2008..This study expands on the current knowledge obtained from animal studies by examining resting and postexercise concentrations of muscle testosterone and steroidogenic enzymes in humans... - Carbohydrate restriction reduces lipids and inflammation and prevents atherosclerosis in Guinea pigsMoises Torres-Gonzalez
Department of Nutritional Sciences, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269, USA
J Atheroscler Thromb 15:235-43. 2008..Guinea pigs were used to evaluate the effects of chol and CR on aortic cholesterol accumulation, mechanical properties of aortas and cytokine production... - Endocrine response patterns to acute unilateral and bilateral resistance exercise in menMatthew J Migiano
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, Connecticut, USA
J Strength Cond Res 24:128-34. 2010..It is important to pay attention to the amount of muscle mass utilized in a resistance exercise protocol to optimize endocrine signaling... - Comparison of low fat and low carbohydrate diets on circulating fatty acid composition and markers of inflammationCassandra E Forsythe
Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, 2095 Hillside Road, Unit 1110, Storrs, CT, 06269 1110, USA
Lipids 43:65-77. 2008..In summary, a very low carbohydrate diet resulted in profound alterations in fatty acid composition and reduced inflammation compared to a low fat diet... - Weight loss associated with reduced intake of carbohydrate reduces the atherogenicity of LDL in premenopausal womenIngrid Lofgren
Department of Nutritional Sciences, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269, USA
Metabolism 54:1133-41. 2005..This study suggests that moderate weight loss (<5% of body weight) associated with reduced caloric intake, lower dietary carbohydrate, and increased physical activity impacts the atherogenicity of LDL... - The effects of a 10-kilometer run on muscle strength and powerAna L Gomez
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, The University of Connecticut, Storrs, Connecticut 06269, USA
J Strength Cond Res 16:184-91. 2002..From a practical perspective, it appears that a minimum of 48 hours should be utilized between multiple trials in 10-km races at track and field meets... - Endurance capacity and high-intensity exercise performance responses to a high fat dietJesse Fleming
Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269-1110, USA
Int J Sport Nutr Exerc Metab 13:466-78. 2003..These deleterious effects on exercise performance may be accounted for in part by a reduction in body mass and/or increased ratings of perceived exertion... - Responses of growth hormone aggregates to different intermittent exercise intensitiesMartyn R Rubin
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269, USA
Eur J Appl Physiol 89:166-70. 2003.... - Carbohydrate restriction favorably alters lipoprotein metabolism in Emirati subjects classified with the metabolic syndromeT Al-Sarraj
Department of Nutritional Sciences, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269, USA
Nutr Metab Cardiovasc Dis 20:720-6. 2010..Carbohydrate restriction (CR) has been shown to improve dyslipidemias associated with metabolic syndrome (MetS). We evaluated the effects of CR on lipoprotein subfractions and apolipoproteins in Emirati adults classified with the MetS... - Influence of muscle strength and total work on exercise-induced plasma growth hormone isoforms in womenW J Kraemer
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, Conneticut, USA
J Sci Med Sport 6:295-306. 2003.... - Physiological and performance responses to tournament wrestlingW J Kraemer
Laboratory for Sports Medicine, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802, USA
Med Sci Sports Exerc 33:1367-78. 2001..The purpose of this study was to investigate the physiological and performance responses to a simulated freestyle wrestling tournament after typical weight loss techniques used by amateur wrestlers... - Effects of an 8-week weight-loss program on cardiovascular disease risk factors and regional body compositionJ S Volek
The Human Performance Laboratory, The University of Connecticut, Storrs 06269 1110, USA
Eur J Clin Nutr 56:585-92. 2002..To determine the influence of weight loss on multiple cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors... - Recovery from a national collegiate athletic association division I football game: muscle damage and hormonal statusWilliam J Kraemer
Department of Kinesiology, Division of Athletics, Human Performance Laboratory, University of Connecticut, Storrs, Connecticut, USA
J Strength Cond Res 23:2-10. 2009.... - Very low-carbohydrate and low-fat diets affect fasting lipids and postprandial lipemia differently in overweight menMatthew J Sharman
Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269 1110, USA
J Nutr 134:880-5. 2004..05)... - Comparison of a very low-carbohydrate and low-fat diet on fasting lipids, LDL subclasses, insulin resistance, and postprandial lipemic responses in overweight womenJeff S Volek
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, Connecticut 06269 1110, USA
J Am Coll Nutr 23:177-84. 2004..The primary purpose of this study was to compare a very low-carbohydrate and a low-fat diet on fasting blood lipids, LDL subclasses, postprandial lipemia, and insulin resistance in overweight and obese women... - Effect of a cetylated fatty acid topical cream on functional mobility and quality of life of patients with osteoarthritisWilliam J Kraemer
Human Performance Laboratory, School of Medicine, University of Connecticut, Storrs, Connecticut 06269 1110, USA
J Rheumatol 31:767-74. 2004..To examine the effect of a topical cream consisting of cetylated fatty acids on functional performance in patients diagnosed with osteoarthritis (OA) of one or both knees... - Responses of plasma proenkephalin peptide F in rats following 14 days of spaceflightWilliam J Kraemer
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269 1110, USA
Aviat Space Environ Med 75:114-7. 2004..Proenkephalin peptide F [107-140] is related to the enhancement of immune function, while microgravity has been shown to cause immuno-suppression. We investigated the physiological response of proenkephalin peptide F to microgravity... - Physiological changes with periodized resistance training in women tennis playersWilliam J Kraemer
Deaprtment of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269 1110, USA
Med Sci Sports Exerc 35:157-68. 2003..To compare the physiological and performance adaptations between periodized and nonperiodized resistance training in women collegiate tennis athletes... - The effects of L-carnitine L-tartrate supplementation on hormonal responses to resistance exercise and recoveryWilliam J Kraemer
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269, USA
J Strength Cond Res 17:455-62. 2003..These data support the use of LCLT as a recovery supplement for hypoxic exercise and lend further insights into the hormonal mechanisms that may help to mediate quicker recovery... - Eggs distinctly modulate plasma carotenoid and lipoprotein subclasses in adult men following a carbohydrate-restricted dietGisella Mutungi
Department of Nutritional Sciences, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269, USA
J Nutr Biochem 21:261-7. 2010..These results indicate that CR favorably alters VLDL metabolism and apolipoprotein concentrations, while the components of the egg yolk favor the formation of larger LDL and HDL leading to an increase in plasma lutein and zeaxanthin... - Influences of a dietary supplement in combination with an exercise and diet regimen on adipocytokines and adiposity in women who are overweightMaren S Fragala
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT, 06269, USA
Eur J Appl Physiol 105:665-72. 2009..05 for S vs. P). Supplementation with a proprietary blend of modified cellulose and cetylated fatty acids during an 8-week weight loss program exhibited favorable effects on adipocytokines and regional body composition... - Weight loss leads to reductions in inflammatory biomarkers after a very-low-carbohydrate diet and a low-fat diet in overweight menMatthew J Sharman
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, 2095 Hillside Road, Unit 1110, Storrs, CT 06269 01110, USA
Clin Sci (Lond) 107:365-9. 2004..These data suggest that, in the short-term, weight loss is primarily the driving force underlying the reductions in most of the inflammatory biomarkers... - Effects of treatment with a cetylated fatty acid topical cream on static postural stability and plantar pressure distribution in patients with knee osteoarthritisWilliam J Kraemer
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, Connecticut 06269, USA
J Strength Cond Res 19:115-21. 2005..Such over-the-counter treatment may help improve the exercise trainability of people with OA... - Carbohydrate restriction and dietary cholesterol distinctly affect plasma lipids and lipoprotein subfractions in adult guinea pigsMoises Torres-Gonzalez
Department of Nutritional Sciences, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269, USA
J Nutr Biochem 19:856-63. 2008..The results also indicate that the atherogenicity of lipoproteins induced by high dietary cholesterol is attenuated by carbohydrate restriction in guinea pigs... - A cetylated fatty acid topical cream with menthol reduces pain and improves functional performance in individuals with arthritisWilliam J Kraemer
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, Connecticut 06269, USA
J Strength Cond Res 19:475-80. 2005..Nevertheless, our data support the use of a topical cream consisting of cetylated fatty acids (with or without menthol) for enhancing the potential for exercise training in this population... - The effects of amino acid supplementation on hormonal responses to resistance training overreachingWilliam J Kraemer
Department of Kinesiology, Human Performance Laboratory, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269 1110, USA
Metabolism 55:282-91. 2006..It appears that amino acid supplementation is effective for attenuating muscle strength loss during initial high-volume stress, possibly by reducing muscle damage by maintaining an anabolic environment... - Effect of adding exercise to a diet containing glucomannanWilliam J Kraemer
Department of Kinesiology, Human Performance Laboratory, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269, USA
Metabolism 56:1149-58. 2007..Addition of a resistance and endurance exercise training program to a glucomannan diet regimen significantly improved measures of body composition, HDL-C, and TC/HDL-C ratio... - Androgenic responses to resistance exercise: effects of feeding and L-carnitineWilliam J Kraemer
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269 1110, USA
Med Sci Sports Exerc 38:1288-96. 2006..The purpose of this investigation was to determine the effects of 3 wk of L-carnitine L-tartrate (LCLT) supplementation and post-resistance-exercise (RE) feeding on hormonal and androgen receptor (AR) responses... - Effects of a multi-nutrient supplement on exercise performance and hormonal responses to resistance exerciseWilliam J Kraemer
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269, USA
Eur J Appl Physiol 101:637-46. 2007..These responses indicate that MF supplementation augments the quality of an acute bout of resistance exercise thereby increasing the endocrine signaling and recovery following heavy resistance exercise... - Influence of oral contraceptive use on growth hormone in vivo bioactivity following resistance exercise: responses of molecular mass variantsWilliam J Kraemer
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, Department of Physiology and Neurobiology, University of Connecticut Storrs, CT 06269, USA
Growth Horm IGF Res 18:238-44. 2008..However, OC use only increased biological activity of GH in one of two bioassays. These data demonstrated that GH concentrations at rest and following exercise are assay-dependent... - Cortitrol supplementation reduces serum cortisol responses to physical stressWilliam J Kraemer
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269, USA
Metabolism 54:657-68. 2005.... - Strength nutritionJeff S Volek
The Human Performance Laboratory, University of Connecticut, 2095 Hillside Road, Unit 1110, Storrs, CT 06269 1110, USA
Curr Sports Med Rep 2:189-93. 2003..To date, the most promising strategies to augment gains in muscle size and strength appear to be consumption of protein-carbohydrate calories before and after resistance exercise, and creatine supplementation... - Effect of circulating growth hormone on muscle IGF-I protein concentration in female mice with growth hormone receptor gene disruptionWilliam J Kraemer
Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269 1110, USA
Growth Horm IGF Res 19:242-4. 2009.... - Effects of amino acids supplement on physiological adaptations to resistance trainingWilliam J Kraemer
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269 1110, USA
Med Sci Sports Exerc 41:1111-21. 2009..Previous research has demonstrated that ingestion of essential amino acids and their metabolites induce anabolic effects with the potential to augment gains in lean body mass and strength after resistance exercise training... - Influence of the menstrual cycle on proenkephalin peptide F responses to maximal cycle exerciseWilliam J Kraemer
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT, 06269, USA
Eur J Appl Physiol 96:581-6. 2006..Pre-exercise arousal mechanisms potentially related to analgesia may also be involved to prepare untrained women for the stress of maximal exercise... - Effects of a whole body compression garment on markers of recovery after a heavy resistance workout in men and womenWilliam J Kraemer
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, Connecticut, USA
J Strength Cond Res 24:804-14. 2010..The use of compression appears to help in the recovery process after an intense heavy resistance training workout in men and women... - Very-low-carbohydrate weight-loss diets revisitedJeff S Volek
Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs 06269 1110, USA
Cleve Clin J Med 69:849, 853, 856-8 passim. 2002..We believe that very-low-carbohydrate diets merit further study for weight loss, and that criticisms of these diets lack scientific evidence... - Effects of ingesting protein in combination with carbohydrate during exercise on endurance performance: a systematic review with meta-analysisRebecca L Stearns
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, Connecticut, USA
J Strength Cond Res 24:2192-202. 2010..Further research is warranted before a clear conclusion can be drawn... - Chronic resistance training in women potentiates growth hormone in vivo bioactivity: characterization of molecular mass variantsWilliam J Kraemer
Human Performance Laboratory, Dept of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269, USA
Am J Physiol Endocrinol Metab 291:E1177-87. 2006.... - Detraining produces minimal changes in physical performance and hormonal variables in recreationally strength-trained menWilliam J Kraemer
The Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology Unit 1110, The University of Connecticut, Storrs 06269, USA
J Strength Cond Res 16:373-82. 2002..A minimal maintenance training program is recommended for the recreational lifter to offset any reductions in performance... - L-Carnitine L-tartrate supplementation favorably affects markers of recovery from exercise stressJeff S Volek
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, Connecticut 06269, USA
Am J Physiol Endocrinol Metab 282:E474-82. 2002..The amount of muscle disruption from MRI scans during LCLT was 41-45% of the placebo area. These data indicate that LCLT supplementation is effective in assisting recovery from high-repetition squat exercise... - Endogenous opioid peptide responses to opioid and anti-inflammatory medications following eccentric exercise-induced muscle damageWilliam J Kraemer
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269 1110, USA
Peptides 31:88-93. 2010..These data indicate that exogenous medications appear to be differentially stimulating the peripheral (adrenal medulla) opioid neuroendocrine responses as measured by plasma concentrations... - Changes in muscle hypertrophy in women with periodized resistance trainingWilliam J Kraemer
Human Performance Laboratory Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269 1110, USA
Med Sci Sports Exerc 36:697-708. 2004..Adaptations of arm and thigh muscle hypertrophy to different long-term periodized resistance training programs and the influence of upper body resistance training were examined... - Body size and composition of National Football League playersWilliam J Kraemer
Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, Connecticut 06269, USA
J Strength Cond Res 19:485-9. 2005..These data provide a basic template for size profiles and differences among various positions and allow comparisons with other studies for changes in the NFL over the past 3 decades... - An isoenergetic very low carbohydrate diet improves serum HDL cholesterol and triacylglycerol concentrations, the total cholesterol to HDL cholesterol ratio and postprandial pipemic responses compared with a low fat diet in normal weight, normolipidemic wJeff S Volek
Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269 1110, USA
J Nutr 133:2756-61. 2003.... - Increasing fluid milk favorably affects bone mineral density responses to resistance training in adolescent boysJeff S Volek
Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269, USA
J Am Diet Assoc 103:1353-6. 2003..Compared with juice, the milk group had a significantly greater increase in bone mineral density (0.014 vs 0.028 g/cm(2)). Increasing intake of milk in physically active adolescent boys may enhance bone health...