Ro Di Brezzo
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Also affiliated: DePauw University (2007); University of Central Oklahoma (2011); Austin Peay State University (2011); Sam Houston State University (2011); Truman State University (2007); University of Oklahoma (2007)
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Ro Di Brezzo's research has focused on the physiological and biomechanical adaptations to exercise and resistance training across various populations. Studies have investigated the effects of different training frequencies and velocities on strength development, functional performance, and bone mineral density in women across different age groups, including premenopausal women and community-dwelling older adults. Di Brezzo has also examined how obesity classification methods influence gait kinematics in adult females and explored the impact of specific arm positions and weight status on kinematic variables during the bodyweight squat. Additionally, research has explored thermic effects of food and exercise, as well as meaning-making in long-term care settings among certified nursing assistants.
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- h-index: 7
- Publications: 33
- Citations: 209
Selected Publications
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Meaning making in long‐term care: what do certified nursing assistants think? (2016)
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Thermic effect of food, exercise, and total energy expenditure in active females (2014)
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Early Adaptations to Eccentric and High-Velocity Training on Strength and Functional Performance in Community-Dwelling Older Adults (2012)
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Incidence of Sarcopenia among Premenopausal Women (2011)
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Predicting Perceived Mental and Physical Health from Stress and Fitness in University Administrators: Pilot Study (2011)
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The Effects of Two Different Arm Positions and Weight Status on Select Kinematic Variables During the Bodyweight Squat (2011)
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Predicting Bone Mass in College Aged Female Gymnasts (2010)
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Differences Between Two Exercise Programs On Measuring Fall Risk In Older Adults (2009)
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Razorsharp Nutritional Counseling: Why Athletes Need Nutritional Counseling and Guidance (2009)
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Functional Balance Training in Collegiate Women Athletes (2009)
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Walking Velocity in Broilers (2008)
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143 (2007)
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Relationship Between Muscular Power and Bone Mineral Density (2007)
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Body Composition and Fitness Correlates of Bone Mineral Content Among Elderly Women (2007)
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Comparison of Factors Contributing to Anaerobic Power in Overweight and Underweight College Men and Women (2007)
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