Human Physiology Lab: Student Research

The Effects of Ginger Supplementation on Exercise-Induced Muscle Damage

The purpose of this study is to see if one dose of ginger supplementation affects tissue damage after intense physical activity. This study will require 8 visits to the Human Physiology Lab. Subjects will be randomly assigned to a ginger supplementation or placebo group. Various physical and laboratory parameters will be measured before and after a standardized arm exercise to isolate one muscle group.

Melissa Matsumura
Master of Science Sports Nutrition and exercise Science
December 2012

Status: Completed

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The Effects of Aerobic Interval Training on Lung Function

The purpose of this study is to investigate whether high-intensity interval training in the short term improves lung function, and if so, to determine which parameters of lung function are improved. In this study, 30 healthy female volunteers will undergo a full pulmonary function profile, VO2 Max test, Maximum power output test, and complete a quality of life questionnaire. Half of the subjects will be randomly assigned to an exercise group and participate in a structured 6 week program, and half to a non-exercising control group.

Joe Flaherty
Doctoral Candidate Human Development, Health Promotion Focus
December 2011

Status: Completed

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