Professional profile of workers in spanish fitness clubs

The goal of the present study was to delve into the knowledge of the socio demographic features of professionals in the Spanish fitness sector according to the main position performed within the organization. The sample included 1,662 professionals (average age=32.14; SD=6.80; 50.7 % males; 49.3 % females). To collect data an ad hoc-designed questionnaire was used. Results showed that gender, age and level of training turned out to be different depending on the position held. It may be concluded, for starters, that professionals in the Spanish fitness sector have ample experience in their profession and a training level adequate to the needs of their respective positions.El objetivo del presente estudio fue el de profundizar en el conocimiento de las características sociodemográficas de los profesionales del sector delfitness en Españaen función del puesto principal desempeñado dentro de la organización.La muestra estuvoformada por 1.662 profesionales(edad media=32,14; DT=6,80; 50,7 %hombres; 49,3 %mujeres). Para la recogida de datos se utilizó un cuestionariodiseñado ad hoc. Los resultados mostraron que el género, la edad, y el nivel de formación, resultabandiferentesen función del puesto ocupado. Como conclusión principal, se puede afirmar que los profesionales del sector del fitness español, presentaban una dilatada experienciaen la profesión y un nivel de formación adecuado a las necesidades desus respectivos puestos

Differences in conditions of employment between sport managers with and without degree in physical activity and sport sciences

Objetivo: Analizar las diferencias laborales existentes entre los gestores deportivoscon estudios universitarios relacionados con las Ciencias de la Actividad Física y el Deporte respecto a los que no tienen esta titulación. Material y métodos: La muestra estuvo compuesta por 268gestores que desarrollan su actividadprincipal en centros deportivosen España (=34,38 años; DT=6,68). Se segmentó la muestra en dos grupos: profesionales con titulación Universitariaen Ciencias de la Actividad Física y el Deporte (n=104) y; profesionales que no poseíanesta titulación (n=164).Resultados:Los titulados universitarios son significativamente (p2.000 m2). Además,presentan una mayor intención de abandono de la empresa o del sector. Por el contrario, la formación no es un factor determinante en el género de los sujetos o en la cantidad de salario mensual percibido. Conclusiones:Para evitar el modelo de intrusismo desleal que incorpora a gestores deportivos poco cualificados y perjudica la imagen y derecho de los profesionales con titulación, se precisa de una adecuada regulación de favor del profesional con titulación de Ciencias de la Actividad Física y el Deporteen España que aglutine los mismos criterios.Esto ayudaría a las organizaciones deportivas a fidelizar a su personal con titulación universitaria en Ciencias de la Actividad Física y el Deporte.ObjectiveAnalyze existing in bachelor ́s degree labor differences between managers with college sports related Sciences of Physical Activity and Sport compared to those without this degree. Methods:The sample composed by268 managers who carry out their main activity in sports centers in Spain(=34.38 years, SD=6.68). The sample was segmented into two groups: professional that are graduates in Sport Sciences Degree (n=104) and, professionals who did not have this degree (n=164). Results:Graduates are significantly (p2,000 m2). Also, they have a higher intention to leave the company or the working sector. On the contrary, education is not a determining factor in the gender of the subjects or in the monthly salary. Conclusions:In order to avoid the unfair professional intrusion model that incorporates low-skilled managers and damage the image and rights of managers with university degree, a proper regulation that gathers the same criteria of the professional qualifications of Sciences of Physical Activity and Sport in Spain is required. This would help to sports organizations to retain their staff with university degree in Sciences of Physical Activity and Sport

Professional profile of workers In spanish fitness clubs

El objetivo del presente estudio fue el de profundizar en el conocimiento de las características sociodemográficas de los profesionales del sector del fitness en España en función del puesto principal desempeñado dentro de la organización. La muestra estuvo formada por 1.662 profesionales (edad media=32,14; DT=6,80; 50,7 % hombres; 49,3 % mujeres). Para la recogida de datos se utilizó un cuestionario diseñado ad hoc. Los resultados mostraron que el género, la edad, y el nivel de formación, resultaban diferentes en función del puesto ocupado. Como conclusión principal, se puede afirmar que los profesionales del sector del fitness español, presentaban una dilatada experiencia en la profesión y un nivel de formación adecuado a las necesidades de sus respectivos puestosThe goal of the present study was to delve into the knowledge of the socio demographic features of professionals in the Spanish fitness sector according to the main position performed within the organization. The sample included 1,662 professionals (average age=32.14; SD=6.80; 50.7 % males; 49.3 % females). To collect data an ad hoc-designed questionnaire was used. Results showed that gender, age and level of training turned out to be different depending on the position held. It may be concluded, for starters, that professionals in the Spanish fitness sector have ample experience in their profession and a training level adequate to the needs of their respective position

A systematic review of providers' experiences of facilitating group antenatal care

BACKGROUND: Group antenatal care is a rapidly expanding alternative antenatal care delivery model. Research has shown it to be a safe and effective care model for women, but less is known about the perspectives of the providers leading this care. This systematic review examined published literature that considered health care professionals' experiences of facilitating group antenatal care. METHODS: Systematic searches were conducted in seven databases (Cinahl, Medline, Psychinfo, Embase, Ovid Emcare, Global Health and MIDRS) in April 2020. Qualitative or mixed methods studies with a significant qualitative component were eligible for inclusion if they included a focus on the experiences of health care providers who had facilitated group antenatal care. Prisma screening guidelines were followed and study quality was critically appraised by three independent reviewers. The findings were synthesised thematically. RESULTS: Nineteen papers from nine countries were included. Three main themes emerged within provider experiences of group antenatal care. The first theme, 'Giving women the care providers feel they want and need', addresses richer use of time, more personal care, more support, and continuity of care. The second theme, 'Building skills and relationships', highlights autonomy, role development and hierarchy dissolution. The final theme, 'Value proposition of group antenatal care', discusses provider investment and workload. CONCLUSIONS: Health care providers' experience of delivering group antenatal care was positive overall. Opportunities to deliver high-quality care that benefits women and allows providers to develop their professional role were appreciated. Questions about the providers' perspectives on workload, task shifting, and the structural changes needed to support the sustainability of group antenatal care warrant further exploration

Comparación del movimiento de alcance entre sujetos Sanos y Patológicos en Neurorrehabilitación Funcional de Extremidad Superior

El presente trabajo de investigación tiene como propósito principal realizar una comparación del movimiento de alcance entre sujetos aquejados de Daño Cerebral Adquirido y el correspondiente patrón de normalidad. La finalidad de esta comparación es detectar los déficits motores que permitan posteriormente emitir una valoración funcional del movimiento como parte de un método de evaluación objetiva de la función motora. La comparación del movimiento se basa en las medidas de parámetros espaciales y de similitud. En este trabajo se han utilizado modelos de movimiento de sujetos sanos en ejecuciones de Actividades de Vida Diaria (e.g. 'servir agua de una jarra'), como punto de referencia para encontrar diferencias relevantes con respecto a los datos de movimiento de cuatro pacientes bajo un proceso de Neurorrehabilitación Funcional de Extremidad Superi

Simultaneous free-volume modeling of the self-diffusion coefficient and dynamic viscosity at high pressure

International audienceA free-volume model of the dynamic viscosity and the self-diffusion coefficients was discussed. The temperature-pressure variations of the dynamic viscosity and the self-diffusion coefficients of small molecules were predicted. The compounds, carbon tetrachloride, cyclohexane, benzene, chlorotrifluoromethane, tetramethylsilane and methylcyclohexane were used for the investigation. The relation between microstructure, free volume and different complex thermophysical properties were emphasized by the model

Évolution des propriétés diélectriques de la glace : essai de représentation à partir de l'existence d'une microstructure

After recording the main experimental characteristics of the time evolution of the dielectric properties of ice, we propose a model based on the existence of an ice microstructure. One can thus set up theoretically a kinetic evolution corresponding to a solid-solid transformation and this gives a good representation of the experimental results.Après avoir rappelé les principales caractéristiques expérimentales du phénomène d'évolution des propriétés diélectriques de la glace, on propose une interprétation fondée sur l'existence d'une microstructure de la glace. On peut ainsi mettre en évidence théoriquement une cinétique d'évolution correspondant à des transformations de type solide-solide et qui permet de donner une représentation convenable des résultats expérimentaux

Free-volume viscosity model for fluids in the dense and gaseous states

cited By 78International audienceAn approach to model the viscosity of Newtonian fluids is presented. The approach is based on the free-volume concept and on the diffusion models of the molecules. It takes very correctly into account the transition between gas and liquid. The approach emphasizes the relation between microstructure, dynamic viscosity, and free volume in the understanding of such a complex property as dynamic viscosity

A study of the dielectric properties of water emulsions obtained after a crystallization/melting cycle

The dielectric properties of water emulsions (the continuous medium of which is a mixture of lanoline, tensio-active agent and paraffin oil) obtained after a congelation/fusion cycle are compared with those of water emulsions prior to any change in state. The absorption line, whose slope prior to freezing corresponds to 0.22 eV - activation energy of conductivity of the water dispersed within the emulsion — shifts after a cycle towards lower frequencies (at 0 °C) to settle at a position with which a higher activation energy is associated. Maintenance at a positive temperature brings the absorption line back to its initial position. The phenomenon is discussed in terms of fusion and of the structure of liquid water immediately after fusion.Les propriétés diélectriques des émulsions d'eau (dont le support continu est un mélange de lanoline, agent tensio-actif et d'huile de paraffine), obtenues après congélation-fusion, sont comparées avec celles des emulsions d'eau avant tout changement d'état. La droite d'absorption dont la pente avant congélation vaut 0,22 eV (énergie d'activation de conductivité de l'eau dispersée dans l'émulsion) se déplace après un cycle vers des fréquences plus basses (à 0 °C) pour occuper une position à laquelle est associée une énergie d'activation plus élevée. Le maintien à temperature positive ramène la droite d'absorption vers sa position initiale. On discute le phénomène en termes de fusion et de structure de l'eau liquide aussitôt après la fusion