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Fabric sustainability : An eco-conscious perspective of Indian consumers
Authors: Felicita Ruth , Shirmila T. , Widodasih Wening Ken
Published: January 2024

Sustainable living is the need of the hour, keeping the demands of the environmental concern. The apparel industry has a 10% contribution to the carbon footprint. This research paper identifies the components that influence the perception of fabric sustainability and the choices made by consumers in purchasing organically made apparel. The study also aims at knowing the numerous influences made by variables identified, such as green attitude, environmental concern or social responsibility, peer pressure and recycling. The researcher has identified the research gap between the intention to buy organic apparel and the actual purchase. Factors positively affect the purchase behaviour of consumers preferring sustainable apparel. The purpose of this study is an overview of sustainable fashion consumption. The groundwork of the study was conceptualized with the existing literature review. Percentage analysis was used to categorize independent variables. Descriptive statistics were analysed using the test of normality and reliability analysis. Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA), reliability tests, average variance and discriminant validity, were also extracted. The hypothesis was tested with a model developed for sustainable apparel businesses in the industry through Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) approach. Data analyzed in the study shows a positive relationship between the conceptualized factors such as recycling, awareness, responsibility/environmental concern, green attitude, and eco-labelling with the purchase pattern of the consumers who procure organic apparel. All the measures were found robust. Test of normality and Cronbach’s alpha shows standard values that are globally accepted. The hypothesis was found to be supported through the SEM approach. The paper aims to fabricate awareness and purchase intentions among consumers considering sustainable apparel. This study has bridged the gap found through other literature reviews. A unique workable model was designed and can be deployed by the fashion industry as a new mix for attracting consumers towards sustainable apparel.
Satisfacción de los estudiantes con los procesos de elaboración de la tesis de licenciatura
Authors: Castro-Rodríguez Yuri
Published: January 2024

Objetivos: describir la satisfacción con los procesos de la tesis que presentan los estudiantes del pregrado de la Facultad de Odontología. Métodos: estudio transversal donde participaron 68 estudiantes de la Universidad Científica del Sur que se graduaron en el 2021. Seutilizó una escala que recopiló las experiencias sobre el desarrollo de una investigación que involucró: supervisión de la tesis, desarrollo de habilidades, clima intelectual, expectativas, infraestructura y evaluación de la tesis. Las variables fueron comparadas según el sexo, rendimiento académico y experiencia investigativa de los estudiantes. Resultados: la satisfacción general tuvo un puntaje de 65,78 ± 4,29 (Rango: 57-78), considerándose como “moderada”. Las mujeres tuvieron un mejor puntaje de satisfacción (p>0,05). El promedio general de la satisfacción fue 2,74 ± 0,81, obteniéndose un promedio de 2,08 ± 0,76 para la dimensión supervisión, 2,05 ± 0,66 para la dimensión clima intelectual, 4,15 ± 0,23 para la dimensión expectativas, 1,92 ± 1,17 para la dimensión infraestructura, 3,73 ± 0,91 para la dimensión habilidades y 2,81 ± 0,86 para la dimensión evaluación de la tesis. Conclusiones: los estudiantes del pregrado perciben como “moderado” la satisfacción con los procesos de elaboración de una tesis universitaria, con una puntuación por debajo del promediode lo esperado. No se encontró una asociación significativa entre el grado de satisfacción con el proceso de realización de la tesis y las características de los estudiantes.
Utilization Pattern of Information and Communication Technologies among the Farming Community of West Bengal
Authors: Mukherjee Sweety , Kumar Jha Sujeet
Published: January 2024

Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) represent a pivotal paradigm shift, rendering agricultural extension services more realistic and efficient manner, especially in the ever-changing agrarian landscape. Considering the importance of ICTs among rural producers, a study was conducted in the year 2021 to delineate the utilization pattern of ICTs in two purposively selected districts of West Bengal, one representing an agriculturally prosperous district (Purba Burdwan), while other being a backward district (Birbhum), constituting randomly selected 160 respondents engaged in crop and dairy farming. The information about weather forecasting for crop production and dairy animal management was the most utilized information by Purba Burdwan farmers, contrasting to Birbhum farmers’ focus on marketing of crop produce and breeding of animals. Television and smartphones were the most preferred ICT tools. Multiple comparisons by Duncan Multiple Range Test revealed a notable disparity in ICT usage between the districts, with Purba Burdwan farmers exhibiting higher utilization levels. Additionally, the study identified strategic pathways to enhance ICT adoption, especially in the backward districts, thereby offering a roadmap for elevating the socio-economic conditions of farmers in these regions.
FPO Member Farmer Empowerment: Socio-economic Insights via Canonical Correlation Analysis
Authors: Sahoo Subha Laxmi , Sahoo Biswajit , Das Sarbani
Published: January 2024

A multivariate analysis was undertaken in this study using canonical correlation analysis. The aim was to investigate the association between socio-economic variables and the empowerment of member farmers who are part of Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs). A total of 186 member farmers were selected from 6 FPOs located in two districts, namely Kalahandi and Cuttack, in Odisha. The selection process involved choosing 5% of member farmers from each FPO, with 4 from Kalahandi and 2 from Cuttack, using proportionate random sampling. Data was collected through a well-structured and pre tested interview schedule. The analysis revealed that 30.98 per cent of the variance in empowerment was attributed to the socio-economic variables considered in the present study. The findings indicated that an increase in education level and active participation in FPO activities led to enhanced social empowerment among farmers. Similarly, factors such as larger family size, greater market orientation, and larger cultivated land area were associated with increased economic empowerment. Additionally, the study found that a higher extent of cultivated land contributed to cultural empowerment among the farmers.
A Study on Livelihood Diversification and its Determinants at Farm level in Uttarakhand
Authors: Pathak Abhishek , K Amardeep
Published: January 2024

Farm diversification is seen as a vital strategy for fostering rapid economic growth and development in hilly regions. This includes shifting from traditional crops to more valuable ones and engaging in additional activities like dairy farming, poultry, fishery, sheep and goat rearing, horticulture, and related pursuits. The present study was undertaken in Uttarakhand in 2023 with 140 sponsored farmers at SAMETI to investigate the extent and nature of livelihood diversification among the farmers. It was found that Simpson’s diversity index was 0.89 and overall farmers were involved in 14 different types of farming enterprises, with 79 per cent involved in cereal cultivation followed by vegetables (55.71%), and fruits and plantation (40%) and a very less percentage of farmers involved in fishery (13.57%), forestry (9.29%), and mushroom (5.71%). The number of training attended (β6 = 0.767) by a farmer had a major impact on the diversification of the farmers. The study suggests several less utilized farming enterprises, where more involvement of farmers should be ensured thus improving their profits. Farmer training will play a significant role in achieving the above goals.
Farmer’s Awareness Regarding Climate Change and its Effect on Ground Water
Authors: Gupta R M , Negi A , Sharma P , Kaur S
Published: January 2024

The growing impacts of extreme weather events due to climatic variations have already been felt throughout the world. Be it incessant rains, floods, long droughts, extreme heat, wildfires, etc., the impacts are visible across the globe affecting the lives and professions in many ways. Agriculture is one of the severely hit areas due to climatic variations. In light of such events, it has become imperative to study the environmental awareness of the farmers and their agricultural practices. The present study was carried out in 2023 in randomly selected five villages namely from two randomly selected blocks of Ludhiana, Punjab. From each village a sample of 25 farmers was selected randomly comprising a total of 125 respondents. The data was collected through a survey using the questionnaire. Percentages and mean were used to analyze the data. The findings revealed that the respondents were aware of climate change and its repercussions but they were not always following water-saving practices in their fields. Suggested creation of awareness and educating farmers regarding various technologies to save groundwater. Extension functionaries should work to sensitize farmers to mitigate climate change.
Exploring Perceptions and Health Awareness in Fish Consumption Across Coastal and Inland Kerala
Authors: Sajeev M V , Joshy C G
Published: January 2024

The study investigated fish consumption patterns and consumer perceptions in Kerala, focusing on coastal and inland districts during 2020. Using a sample of 396 households from four districts and employing suitable tests, the study reveals significant disparities in monthly and per capita fish consumption, with coastal areas displaying higher rates. The majority of consumers hold a moderate perception of nutritional and health benefits, indicating a need for targeted health awareness programs. Coastal and inland consumers differ significantly in their perceptions, with coastal residents demonstrating greater awareness of dietary advantages, while inland consumers express resignation to lower quality due to supply chain limitations. Urban consumers exhibit an optimistic health perception, contrasting with rural concerns about certification systems and government inefficiencies in ensuring safe fish. The study emphasizes the necessity for customized information dissemination and awareness programs to address the diverse concerns of fish consumers in Kerala.
A SURVEY ON PROMISING DATASETS AND RECENT MACHINE LEARNING APPROACHES FOR THE CLASSIFICATION OF ATTACKS IN INTERNET OF THINGS
Authors: U. A. Adeniyi , OYELAKIN Akinyemi Moruff
Published: January 2024

Securing Internet of Things (IoT) against attacks is a very interesting area of research. A cyberattack refers to as any form of malicious activity that targets IT systems, networks and/or  people with a view to gaining illegal access to systems and data they contain. Attacks are in various forms as found in computer systems, networks and the cyber space. The immense increment in the amount of internet applications and the appearance of modern networks has created the need for improved security mechanisms. A good example of such modern technology is Internet of Things (IoTs). An IoT is a system that uses the Internet to facilitate communication between sensors and devices. Several approaches have been used to build attacks detection system in the past. The approaches for classifying attacks have been categorised as signature-based and Machine learning based. However, ML techniques have been argued to be more efficient for the identification of attacks or intrusions when compared to signature-based approaches. This study sourced for relevant literature from notable repositories and then surveyed some of the recent datasets that are very promising for ML-based studies in attack classification in IoT environments. The study equally provided a survey of evolving ML-based techniques for the classification of attacks in IoT networks. The study provided clear directions to researchers working in this area of researches by making the necessary information available more easily for the researcher to go about achieving improved ML-based approaches in this area.
Frame-based System for Diagnosing Infertility in Males and Females
Authors: Mukhtar Shitu Umar , Muhammad Sanda Abdulkadir
Published: January 2024

Diagnosis plays a crucial role in saving the life of a patient. However, due to the challenges faced by medical practitioners such as; few available resources, little amount of time dedicated to diagnose each patient, few numbers of specialists, emergence of new diseases and similarities of symptoms of diseases may hinder achieving accurate diagnosis. Infertility may be caused by a range of medical condition and abnormalities such as diseases, infections and hormonal imbalances in the reproductive system. The prevalence of infertility has negatively affected many couples globally especially in Africa where it is often linked with different traditional superstition in some societies. This led to the need for the development of systems capable of predicting and diagnosing diseases. In this research work, the expert System developed employs the frame-based approach to assess and predict the possible infertility problem that a patient may have based on the symptoms and patient information provided into the system. Outcomes of diagnosis presented to users solely depend on reasoning method implemented in the knowledge base of the system. The system showed an excellent predictive ability of 98% when scoring based on accuracy. It was evaluated on fifty (50) randomly selected infertility cases from the case file of patients. The system was able to effectively predict forty nine (49) infertility cases correctly and one (1) incorrectly. From the study, it is concluded that the frame-based system will assist not only medical practitioners but also individuals affected in achieving timely diagnosis since it can be accessed remotely. Furthermore, the system has the ability to store health records, diagnosis and generate statistical reports of patients.
Athletic Development
Authors: Gambetta Vern
Published: January 2024

Athletic Development offers a rare opportunity to learn and apply a career full of knowledge from the best. World-renowned strength and conditioning coach Vern Gambetta condenses the wisdom he's gained through more than 40 years of experience of working with athletes across sports, age groups, and levels of competition, including members of the Chicago White Sox, New York Mets, and U.S. men's 1998 World Cup soccer team.

The result is an information-packed, myth-busting explanation of the most effective methods and prescriptions in each facet of an athlete's physical preparation. Gambetta includes never-before-published and ready-to-use training approaches insport-specific demands analysis,work capacity enhancements,movement skills development,long- and short-term training program progressions, andrest and regeneration techniques.

Athletic Development explains what works, what doesn't, and why. Gambetta's no-nonsense approach emphasizes results that pay off in the competitive season and reflect his work at the highest echelons of sport. Merging principles of anatomy, biomechanics, and exercise physiology with sports conditioning applications and four decades of professional practice, this is the definitive guide to performance-enhancing training.
Big & Bold
Authors: Summers Morit
Published: January 2024

“Morit Summers will inspire you. Big & Bold will help you get physically and mentally stronger, and it will give you the confidence to bring your absolute best to everything you do.”

Danielle Brooks

Actress, Singer, Mom, and Spartan Race Participant

“Morit Summers is one of the most knowledgeable and dedicated strength coaches available in our fitness industry. In Big & Bold: Strength Training for the Plus-Size Woman she shares that knowledge along with her lived experience of living in a larger body.”

Louise Green

Trainer and Author of Big Fit Girl and Fitness for Everyone

“Big & Bold: Strength Training for the Plus-Size Woman offers clear instruction without the shameful tactics and messages that are oftentimes marketed to plus-size women to be smaller."

Latoya Shauntay Snell

Sponsored Multisport Endurance Athlete and Founder of Running Fat Chef LLC

Meet your new training partner! If you are a plus-size woman and want to get stronger, Big & Bold: Strength Training for the Plus-Size Woman is for you. Unlike books that target weight loss as the ultimate goal, this book emphasizes why strength training and movement are important for women of all sizes and how progress is not tied to a number on the scale.

Big & Bold: Strength Training for the Plus-Size Woman offers clear and simple instructions on how to safely perform 83 exercises and make them more effective for larger bodies. Learn why some movements are more important than others and how to manipulate reps, sets, load, and rest periods for increased strength.

Sample workoutsfor beginner level through advancedenable you to determine your starting point for strength training goals. Choose from a variety of training equipment for many of the exercises or follow the dumbbell- or kettlebell-only workouts if you have limited access to equipment.

Whether its selecting workout attire and equipment or setting realistic goals and staying motivated, Big & Bold: Strength Training for the Plus-Size Woman has the answers, guidance, and support you seek.
Bodybuilding
Authors: Fitschen Peter J. , Wilson Cliff
Published: January 2024

The popularity of bodybuilding is at an all-time high, and the sport is continuing to grow. But seasoned competitors and beginners often have questions about how to look their best on show day.

Written by expert bodybuilding coaches Cliff Wilson and Peter Fitschen, Bodybuilding: The Complete Contest Preparation Handbook guides you through every step of the process to select a competition and prepare for the contest. With no other book like it on the market, Bodybuilding offers you scientifically supported and experience-based guidelines to help you have your best show ever.

Bodybuilding takes the guesswork out of contest prep and answers common questions such as these:
How do I choose the competition and division that are right for me?What mandatory poses do I need to learn for my competition? What is the best workout to do during contest prep?What should I do if I start to spill over during peak week?How long is too long to maintain stage-lean levels of body fat?

This easily accessible handbook features a division finder that makes it easy to locate information that is specific to your division and a pose finder to help you navigate the chapter on posing. Packed with color photos, the book displays body examples for each division and breaks down each mandatory pose. Sample training programs and food plans are also provided to help you get into contest shape.

With unparalleled detail, Bodybuilding is your go-to guide for bodybuilding success!

Need continuing education? A companion continuing education exam is available for purchase. See the back page for details.
Complete Conditioning for Lacrosse
Authors: Howley Tom
Published: January 2024

Today’s lacrosse players are bigger, faster, and stronger than ever before. A focused program of strength, speed, and conditioning has become essential to anyone serious about on-field success. Complete Conditioning for Lacrosse features a comprehensive approach that develops players physical abilities as well as the lacrosse-specific skills their positions require.

Renowned Cornell University strength and conditioning coach Tom Howley presents the exercises, drills, and programs he's relied on to make the Big Red a perennial powerhouse. In Complete Conditioning for Lacrosse you'll find a detailed individual assessment protocol that will help you identify strengths and weaknesses. Using these results, you'll work through the ready-to-use off-season and in-season programs by tailoring each workout to individual needs. Featuring 190 exercises, each accompanied by step-by-step instructions, photo sequences, and unparalleled advice on training, this resource is everything you need for raising your game and improving your team.

Whether you are a coach, player, strength and conditioning professional, or athletic trainer, Complete Conditioning for Lacrosse is your guide to excellence on the field and in the training room.
Complete Conditioning for Swimming
Authors: Salo Dave , Riewald Scott A.
Published: January 2024

From more powerful strokes to quicker turns, propel yourself to improved times with Complete Conditioning for Swimming.

This multidimensional training program uses fitness assessments to tailor strength, endurance, and flexibility exercises to each swimmer’s individual needs.

Dave Salo, coach of Olympic medalists Lenny Krayzelburg, Aaron Peirsol, Amanda Beard, and Jason Lezak, and Scott Riewald, performance specialist for the U.S. Olympic Committee, have teamed up to create a comprehensive program that incorporates the following:
Exercises and drills for each strokeEvent-based workouts and programsDryland trainingTapering for peak performanceYear-round conditioning plansNutrition before, during, and after swim meets

In addition, the related 80-minute video collection takes you to the pool and into the gym to demonstrate the drills and exercises used by the sport’s elite. Complete Conditioning for Swimming is simply the best guide to preparing your body for competitive success.
Designing Resistance Training Programs
Authors: Fleck Steven J. , Kraemer William J.
Published: January 2024

Designing Resistance Training Programs, Fourth Edition, is a guide to developing individualized training programs for both serious athletes and fitness enthusiasts. Two of the world’s leading experts on strength training explore how to design scientifically based resistance training programs, modify and adapt programs to meet the needs of special populations, and apply the elements of program design in the real world.

The fourth edition presents the most current information while retaining the studies that are the basis for concepts, guidelines, and applications in resistance training. Meticulously updated and heavily referenced, the fourth edition contains the following updates:
A full-color interior provides stronger visual appeal.Sidebars focus on a specific practical question or an applied research concept, allowing readers to connect research to real-life situations.Multiple detailed tables summarize research from the text, offering an easy way to compare data and conclusions.A glossary makes it simple to find key terms in one convenient location.Newly added instructor ancillaries make the fourth edition a true learning resource for the classroom (available at www.HumanKinetics.com/DesigningResistanceTrainingPrograms).

Designing Resistance Training Programs, Fourth Edition, is an essential resource for understanding and applying the science behind resistance training for any population.
Eat. Lift. Thrive
Authors: Lee Sohee
Published: January 2024

Eat healthy. Exercise. Be happy. It sounds easy enough, so why is it so difficult? Because, as millions of women know, it's not easy. There are challenges and obstacles, and health programs are not one size fits all.

Sohee Lee understands, because she's faced the challenges and overcome them. As a trainer, presenter, and author, she's shared her experiences and helped others establish healthy relationships with food and exercise for long-term results.

In the book Eat. Lift. Thrive. she empowers you with tools and strategies to make your own change. You will learn how to identify issues that are holding you back and what you can do to get back on track. You'll find motivation, exercise, and advice. And you'll learn how to

• incorporate Lee's Living Lean Guidelines to make your diet work around your life, rather than the other way around;

• perform her Primary Strength Movements and integrate them into an effective workout program; and

• adjust your routine to maintain the results you've achieved.

Eat. Lift. Thrive. also provides you with a structured, easy-to-follow 12-week training program. The program can be scaled according to your training experience, time commitment, and goals; it's completely customizable to ensure that your changes are lasting.

This book is designed to be different. By the time you're finished, you'll be an expert at moderation and will say goodbye to extremes in dieting. You can have your cake and eat it too'and enjoy it!
Massive, Muscular Arms
Authors: Barr David
Published: January 2024

“Is there a secret to building big arms? Yes, Massive, Muscular Arms shows you what you need to know to trigger more arm growth, and the workouts that will make a visual impact.”

— Nick Tumminello, Author of Your Workout Perfected

“Want innovative, science-based training to build MONSTER arms? Then you’ve found it in Massive, Muscular Arms!”

—Nick Nilsson, The Mad Scientist of Muscle

Building strong, muscular arms takes more than hard work and dedication. It also takes a plan-one rooted in science, based on the latest research, and proven to deliver results. Massive, Muscular Arms: Scientifically Proven Strategies for Bigger Biceps, Triceps, and Forearms is that plan.

Massive, Muscular Arms takes an in-depth look at the biomechanics and anatomy of training, providing you with a better understanding of why your results may have stagnated and the best ways to perform a multitude of common arm exercises. You will also learn about the importance of training for strength and why low-rep strength work is a necessary component to building more aesthetically impressive arms.

Massive, Muscular Arms is packed with over 65 of the most effective exercises, all designed to increase the size and strength of the biceps, triceps, and forearms. Additionally, you will find exercises that can be integrated into an existing program, including both traditional gym-based and bodyweight exercises. Or follow one of six training programs proven to blast through plateaus and take your arm development up a notch. You will also appreciate safety considerations for more advanced exercises and advice on how to perform exercises correctly and reduce injury.

Let Massive, Muscular Arms help you take your training to the next level!”
Maximum Interval Training
Authors: Cissik John , Dawes Jay
Published: January 2024

Are you ready to challenge yourself, and turn up the intensity of your workouts? Are you ready for a proven program that burns fat, increases muscle, and sculpts the physique you’ve always wanted? If so, then Maximum Interval Training is for you!

Maximum Interval Training combines high-intensity exercises and nontraditional equipment with a variety of modalities and training options to stimulate muscle growth, avoid plateaus, and produce results.

You’ll find step-by-step instructions, expert advice, and photo depictions of 147 exercises as well as ready-to-use programs for power, strength, endurance, quickness, agility, tactical training, and total-body conditioning. But rest assured that it won’t be more of the same. You’ll test your limits with a regimen of sprints, medicine balls, heavy ropes, kettlebells, sandbags, body-weight exercises, and suspension training.

Train with maximum intensity for maximum results!
Plyometrics
Authors: Chu Donald A. , Myer Gregory D.
Published: January 2024

Strength and power—which provide the ability to move quickly with great force—are absolute necessities for today’s athletes. Elite players, coaches, and trainers rely on plyometrics to improve quickness, speed, jumping ability, footwork, body control, balance, and overall performance. With this authoritative guide on plyometrics, you can, too.

In Plyometrics, Donald Chu and Gregory Myer present only the best science-based and tested drills, exercises, and programs to ensure optimal performance results for every athlete at any level in any sport. You'll also find the latest research, application, and recommendations for the prevention, screening, and rehabilitation of injuries as well as targeted training for young athletes and female athletes.

Plyometrics provides instruction on assessment, selection, and sequencing of exercises for building the ideal program based on individual needs and goals. You'll also find nine sport-specific training regimens, including basketball, soccer, football, rugby, volleyball, and mixed martial arts.

With comprehensive coverage and expert insights, Chu and Myer take the guesswork out of training and provide the best tool for achieving dynamic strength and explosive power. It is the ultimate resource for maximizing athletic performance.
Preparing for the Army Combat Fitness Test
Authors: Palin Nate , Hartman Rob
Published: January 2024

“The ACFT will change how people need to train and prepare to test for the Army, and this is the book we’ve been waiting for! Nate and Rob have the combination of experience and knowledge needed to train soldiers to meet the physical demands of the job and succeed in this assessment.”

—Hunter Schurrer, Coach and Founder of The Performance Syndicate

“The ACFT was a great step in establishing readiness standards as the tactical landscape evolves to produce and maintain healthier soldiers. This book serves as a map … The context given and breadth of provided programs will prove to be nothing less than a trailhead for every soldier looking to start or improve their path of performance and wellness.”

—Vernon Griffith, CSCS,*D, TSAC-F,*D, Coach, Author, and Speaker

Assess your readiness and train for the Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT). The Army’s revised physical test provides a more diverse measurement of a soldier’s physical abilities than its predecessor, but if you are one of the 200,000 annual recruits or the 1.2 million active duty soldiers who must pass these new protocols, this diverse test may bring anxiety and uneasiness.

Enter Preparing for the Army Combat Fitness Test. Backed by the expertise of the National Strength and Conditioning Association, this authoritative guide breaks down the requirements of the ACFT and prepares you for each of its six events. You’ll find descriptions of each event, instructions on how to perform each test safely and effectively, and scoring standards for each.

You will also learn how to self-assess your current readiness and choose a training program to maximize your performance outcomes. You’ll find a variety of sample plans—from 4 to 24 weeks—so you can pick a plan based on the time remaining until your test date. Training programs are accompanied by execution guidelines for over 100 exercises, so you can safely and effectively execute the exercises assigned within your training program.

The ACFT does not have to feel overwhelming and cause anxiety. With a solid plan and a commitment to training, you can show up on test day with confidence.
Running Anatomy
Authors: Puleo Joe , Milroy Patrick
Published: January 2024

See how to improve your running strength, speed, and endurance with Running Anatomy, Second Edition. This new edition of the best-selling running guide delivers more exercises, more insight, and more illustrations to show you how to increase your muscle strength, optimize the efficiency of your running motion, and minimize your risk of injury.

Running Anatomy features 48 of the most effective strength exercises for runners, each with clear step-by-step descriptions and full-color anatomical illustrations highlighting the muscles in action. Each illustration helps you better understand how muscles, ligaments, and tendons all work together as your body moves.

Running Anatomy clearly links each exercise to running performance. You'll see how to strengthen specific muscles and improve gait efficiency for faster times and more fluid runs. Plus you'll learn how to eliminate anatomical imbalances that can lead to the most common injuries that runners face, including plantar fasciitis, lower-back pain, knee aches and strains, and torn muscles and tendons.

Feel prepared for any challenge that comes your way. You'll find variations to train for every condition and competition for various terrains, speeds, elevations, and distances, from sprint to marathon. You'll also learn how new gear and technology-enhanced equipment can maximize your training and performance.

Whether you are a fitness runner looking to conquer hills with more speed and strength or a competitive runner looking for that extra edge in performance and a finishing kick, Running Anatomy will ensure that you are ready to achieve your personal best.

Earn continuing education credits/units! A continuing education exam that uses this book is also available. It may be purchased separately or as part of a package that includes both the book and exam.
Stretch to Win
Authors: Frederick Ann , Frederick Chris
Published: January 2024

Are you looking for the key to optimal performance? Increased speed, power, and agility? What you need is a complete flexibility training system-one designed for today’s athlete and made up of dynamic stretches that mirror sport-specific movement. And you should also have the skills to assess exactly what your body needs at any time. That complete program is found in Stretch to Win.

In its first edition, Stretch to Win raised the bar for flexibility training. The first edition quickly became a best-selling stretching resource for consumers and professionals alike. From amateur to professional athletes, weekend warriors to Olympians, the benefits were clear: increased mobility, improved range of motion, faster recovery, and more. Now it’s time to raise the bar further.

This is Stretch to Win, Second Edition. Inside, Ann and Chris Frederick build on their system with the latest research, specific ways to assess yourself, and more stretching options. New illustrations of the body’s fascia will help you assess and identify your imbalances. The text will guide you to eliminate these imbalances with corrective stretch movements that quickly improve mobility.

You’ll learn the most effective techniques for your sport, your position, or your event; then you’ll put these techniques into action. Using the new Stretch to Win fascia mobility assessment (FMA) protocol, you’ll determine range of motion deficits and identify your performance inhibitors. With the stretching matrix, you’ll personalize a program developed for your needs and your goals. You can incorporate the matrix into your existing workout as well as into rest days, when stretching can aid in recovery and bring your body back in balance.

It’s all here’ the tools, the stretches, and the instruction to create an effective flexibility program for any sport or activity. If it’s time to increase mobility, power, speed, agility, range of motion, and overall performance, it’s time for Stretch to Win!"
Weight Training
Authors: Baechle Thomas R. , Earle Roger W.
Published: January 2024

“Weight training is the most popular type of fitness training activity in the world. But if you are new to the weight room, how can you ensure you are training properly to reap the most benefits while also avoiding injury? Weight Training: Steps to Success, Fifth Edition, takes the guesswork out of weight training and provides you with a no-nonsense approach that will guide you toward your weight training goals.

Combining the experience of strength and conditioning experts Thomas Baechle and Roger Earle, this guide will maximize your development with a progressive approach to weight training. Learn which of the 41 exercises target which muscles and how to perform each exercise correctly and safely.

As you master technique, you will move on to heavier loads and more challenging exercises, including eight new exercises that use equipment such as exercise balls and a landmine. You’ll find step-by-step directions to calculate safe training loads and guidance for designing an overall training program. There are even advanced steps for sport-specific training and high-intensity interval training so you can design a program that fits your interests and training preferences.

Whether you want to improve muscular endurance, build strength, increase muscle mass, tone existing muscles, or reduce body fat, Weight Training: Steps to Success will help you create tailored training programs to achieve your goals.”
Development of TPACK Based Learning Media on Ablution Material to Increase Student Understanding
Authors: Dewi Fusvita , Nasution Neysa Vania , Nasution Wahyuddin Nur , Anas Nirwana , Mustaqim Ahmad
Published: January 2024

This research aims to develop TPACK (Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge) based learning media on ablution material with the aim of increasing students'understanding. TPACK uses an approach that integrates technology, pedagogy and content knowledge to create effective learning experiences. The research method used is development research with the ADDIE model. The subjects in this research were 20 people. Data collection techniques were obtained through validation tests, practicality tests and effectiveness tests by expert people. Data collection instruments using questionnaires and student responses. The results of the research show that the development of TPACK-based learning media on ablution material is effective in increasing students' understanding. Students show improvement in understanding the steps of ablution, the meaning of the associated symbols and the relevance of daily life practices. This research contributes to the development of a learning model that can be adopted in the context of religious education, especially regarding ablution material. This learning media helps students understand the procedures for ablution so that they gain a valid, practical and effective understanding.
Analisis Finansial budidaya ikan lele (Clarias gariepinus) dengan pemberian pakan Kombinasi pellet dan usus ayam di kecamataan Konda kabupaten Konawe Selatan
Authors: Tri Daniningsih , Amelya Henny
Published: January 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui kelayakan usaha budidaya ikan lele dengan pemberian pakan kombinasi pellet dan usus ayam di kolam terpal atau beton.  Lokasi penelitian di kecamatan Konda kabupaten Konawe Selatan  dipilih secara purposive. Data primer ini diperoleh dari pembudidaya ikan lele di kolam terpal atau beton yang menggunakan pakan kombinasi pellet dan usus ayam, melalui wawancara langsung dengan menggunakan daftar pertanyaan (kuesioner).   Responden diambil secara sensus dengan jumlah responden 31 orang.  Data sekunder yang digunakan pada penelitian ini adalah data potensi dan keadaan umum wilayah, data pembudidaya ikan lele di kecamatan Konda Kabupaten Konawe Selatan, Data sekunder diperoleh dari Dinas Kelautan dan Perikanan kabupaten Konawe Selatan, Pusat data statistik kabupaten Konawe Selatan dan publikasi yang relevan dengan penelitian. Analisis data yang digunakan pada kelayakan usaha adalah kriteria BEP dan R/ C ratio, PP dan ROI. Alat analisis kelayakan usaha yang digunakan adalah  analisis biaya, penerimaan, dan pendapatan bersih. Hasil analisis kelayakan diperoleh BEP penerimaan sebesar Rp 3.551.634,00 BEP produksi 142,07 kg ikan, BEP harga Rp 17,503,00 per kg ikan, dan R/ C ratio 1,43, Payback Period  (PP)  4,10 dan ROI 24,42.  Hasil ini menunjukkan bahwa budidaya ikan lele dengan pakan kombinasi pellet dan usus ayam di kolam terpal atau beton  merupakan usaha yang layak untuk diusahakan. Limbah usus ayam dapat dijadikan pakan tambahan ikan lele, ketersediaan limbah usus ayam pada penjual ayam potong dan kandungan nutrisi pada usus ayam yang dibutuhkan untuk pertumbuhan dan perkembangan ikan lele
KAJIAN SISTEM AGRIBISNIS HULU DAN PEMASARAN SAYURAN DI KECAMATAN KONDA KABUPATEN KONAWE SELATAN
Authors: Harianti Harianti , Rosmalah Sitti , Nurmaya
Published: January 2024

Penelitian ini dilaksanakan di Kecamatan Konda Kabupaten Konawe Selatan dengan tujuan : untuk mendeskripsikan penerapan sistem agribisnis agribisnis hulu dan pemasaran sayuran. Metode penelitian dengan menentukan populasi keseluruhan petani sayuran di Kecamatan Konda yaitu di Desa Lawoila dengan jumlah 231 orang dan pengambilan sampel sebanyak 58 orang yang bisa mewakili keadaan populasi yang sebenarnya dengan rumus Slovin. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa penerapan sistem agribisnis hulu dan pemasaran agribisnis sayuran menunjukkan sudah berjalan dengan beberapa indikator didalam subsistem agribisnis hulu seperti penggunaan bibit unggul dengan nilai indeks 88,10, pada lahan 95,40 untuk penggunaan pupuk organik 67,24 dan anorganik 67,82 serta tenaga kerja 86,55 dengan capaian nilai indekx keseluruhan yakni mencapai 81,47%. Selanjutnya pada subsistem pemasaran masih ada beberapa indikaror yang belum maksimal. Adapun indikatornya nilai indeks pada panen 82,18 pengangkutan 98,16, penggunaan alat 96,03, pasar 45,17, dan penetuan harga  50,43 dengan capaian nila keseluruhan mencapai nilai indeks 69,72%. Hal ini menujukkan penerapan dalam sistem agribisnis sayuran pada subsistem agribisnis hulu dan subsistem pemasaran sudah berjalan hanya saja masih ada beberapa indikator nilainnya yang belum maksimal.
Food Safety Analysis Of Smoked Scad Fish (Decapterus spp) In Lamomea Village, Konda District, South Konawe Regency
Authors: Tamtama Ary , Dwi Pratiwi Pepin
Published: January 2024

Smoked fish is one of the processed fishery products which is quite popular with the community, one of which is in Lamomea Village, Konda District, South Konawe Regency. The smoked product is generally liked by the public because of its distinctive savory taste, delicious aroma, affordable price, and is available at any time. This research aims to determine the process of making smoked scad fish (Decapterus spp), the proximate levels of scad fish (Decapterus spp) and to determine the total microbes in smoked scad fish (Decapterus spp). This study used a completely randomized design to look at the levels of proximate, total microbes and formalin in smoked scad fish (Decapterus spp) in sample A and sample B to look at the process of making smoked scad fish (Decapterus spp), levels of proximate and total microbes in smoked scad fish (Decapterus spp). Decapterus spp). The results show that the proximate content, namely water content, shows results in sample A with a value of 56.24 ± 0.91, while for sample B with a value of 41.26 ± 1.15, protein content in sample A with a value of 30.13 ± 0.56 and sample B 43.09 ± 2.33 fat content in sample A with a value of 4.08 ± 0.06 and sample B with a value of 4.08 ± 0.05 and ash content with a value of 7.97 ± 0.36 and in sample B with a value of 8.28 ± 0.87, the results of proximate levels in smoked scad fish (Decapterus spp) are in accordance with the SNI 2725:2013 standard. The total microbial results for smoked scad fish (Decapterus spp) in sample A showed a result of 9.3 × 103 col/g while for sample B the value was 2.8 × 103 col/g. This value shows that the average total plate number in smoked fish samples A and B are still in accordance with the requirements of SNI 2332.3: 2015. The results of formalin levels in smoked scad fish (Decapterus spp) obtained from quantitative analysis of formalin content in smoked scad fish were sample A 5,384 ppm and sample B 3,748 ppm.
Efisiensi Faktor Produksi Pada Usahatani Padi Sawah Peserta dan Non-Peserta SL-PTT di Kecamatan Poelang Utara Kabupaten Bombana
Authors: Supriono  , Sulastri Rika , Indro Yuwono Bambang
Published: January 2024

Research to determine the influence of production factors and their efficiency on rice farming of SL-PTT participants and non-SL-PTT participants and non-SL-PTT participants in North Poleang Bombana District. Carried out in May – July 2011. Samples were determined using simple cluster sampling based on villages, as many as 2 villages (50% of the village population). Respondents from each village consisted of 15 participants and 15 non-participants of SL-PTT in a simple random manner (60 samples). Analysis using multiple non-linear regression using the Cobb-Douglas function and price efficiency analysis. Research results: (a) Production Factors; Land area, amount of use of seeds, fertilizer, labor and pesticides are closely related and simultaneously influence the production of lowland rice farming (R; l 0.889 and R2 = 0.790). (b) partially, except for the number of seeds, all production factors have a positive effect, but only fertilizer has a real effect, even at a confidence level of 85%. (c) Efficiency analysis shows that the use of fertilizer, labor and pesticides is not efficient so they can still be added to improve, while seeds are not efficient.
Effectiveness of learning media with diverse applications for mental impairment pupils' science knowledge
Authors: Muryati Sri , Novitasari Dwi Rizki , Anton Lubkov
Published: January 2024

Students with cognitive impairments possess intellectual capacities, or IQs, that fall below the average range of typical youngsters, resulting in challenges comprehending abstract subjects like science. Nevertheless, there exist methods that can enhance their comprehension, specifically by employing educational resources that align with their aptitudes. This study aims to assess the efficacy of utilising diverse educational tools from multiple applications to enhance the comprehension of science subjects among students with intellectual disabilities. This study employs the systematic literature review (SLR) approach, utilising online article databases such as SINTA, GARUDA, ERIC, and Google Scholar. The reviewed publications encompassed a total of eight articles, focusing on the areas of "Effectiveness of Learning Media," "Students with Mental Impairment," and "Science Learning for Students with Mental Impairment." The studies were published between 2013 and 2023. The review findings indicate that using instructional media during the educational process for students with intellectual disabilities significantly enhances their comprehension of scientific content. The primary learning materials utilised are predominantly derived from diverse apps that integrate teaching and entertainment, encompassing films, games, visual media like photographs, and other resources tailored to the requirements of individuals with intellectual disabilities. The effectiveness of using learning media in science education for mentally disabled students to implement the 2013 curriculum has been demonstrated. This is particularly true when the learning medium is tailored to the needs of mentally disabled students, resulting in improved comprehension of scientific concepts
Islamic Integrated Mathematics develops students' honesty, meticulousness, consistency, and impartiality. What is the influence's magnitude?
Authors: Azkal Adam
Published: January 2024

The learning objectives of mathematics lessons have the potential to cultivate several national character characteristics, including discipline, honesty, diligence, creativity, curiosity, independence, communicativeness, and responsibility. To attain mathematical learning goals, instructors must carefully organise the learning process. This undertaking may be integrated into the educational process, namely in mathematics. This research aims to provide a complete description of how Islamic-integrated mathematics education influences student character development. The research methodology used is a literature review or systematic literature review (SLR), limited by particular requirements of the study objectives. An exhaustive examination of the available literature, a systematic literature review (SLR), was undertaken to analyse research from 2012 to 2022. The study specifically examined the terms "Influence", "Learning Mathematics", "Integrated Islam", "Character Building", and "Formation of Students' Character in Mathematics Learning". Eight pertinent research have shown that acquiring mathematical knowledge and integrating Islamic teachings into mathematics education favourably influence student character development. This was apparent by instilling values such as honesty, justice, accountability, constancy, self-confidence, and conscientiousness in pupils.