Browsing Doctoral Theses by Thesis Supervisor "Harrison, Craig"
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Backward Running Training: Applications for Improving Athleticism in Male High-school Athletes
(Auckland University of Technology, 2019)Novel training methods such as backward running (BR) may promote unique adaptations to athletic performance compared to more traditional training methods, like forward running (FR). While advocates have recommended BR for ... -
The Benefits of Resistance Training with and Without Weightlifting for Athletic Performance in Adolescent Males
(Auckland University of Technology, 2019)Children and adolescents should engage in a variety of activities to develop muscular strength and motor skill performance in tasks such as running, jumping, and throwing. Resistance training and weightlifting are safe and ... -
The Effect of a School Based Sports Injury Prevention Program in Youth Females
(Auckland University of Technology, 2020)Sport is the leading cause of injury in youth, with the lower extremity being the most common injury location. Additionally, more injuries occur during the period of peak growth and maturation and are more prominent in ...