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Prof. Janusz Maciaszek
Department of Physical Activity Sciences and Health Promotion, Poznań University of Physical Education, Poznań, Poland

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Janus Maciaszek works at Poznan University of Physical Education in the Department of Physical Activity Sciences and Health Promotion. In 1988, he received a Diploma Teacher of Physical Education. In 1992, he graduated Poznan University of Physical Education and received a master of science in rehabilitation. In 2000 he presented his doctoral thesis and received his Ph.D. In 2010, he completed a habilitation degree. As of 2021, he is a professor of medicine and health science, and physical culture science. He has taken part in several scientific grants in Poland and the international project DEDIPAC.

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Journal article
Published: 05 April 2021 in International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
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Objective: Sleepiness caused by sleep deprivation may increase the risk of injuries and damages during physical activity. Individual data so far indicate a generally better static postural stability of women regardless of sleeping conditions. The main aim of this study was to assess the impact of sleep deprivation on postural stability according to gender after 24 h of sleep deprivation. Methods: Participants included 83 students (36 men and 47 women). Postural stability was measured with eyes open and closed eyes before and after sleep deprivation. Data from posturographic platform were used to assess postural stability objectively. Results: The type of test determined the size of observed changes in postural stability. The data suggest that women are better able to cope with the effects of sleep deprivation than men. Conclusion: Postural control system is very important in sport and in physically active people. The results show that men are more sensitive to sleep deprivation than women because they had higher COP (center of pressure) values in tests. Less postural stability of the body due to sleep deprivation indicates a higher risk of injury during physical activity.

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Marta Ołpińska-Lischka; Karolina Kujawa; Janusz Maciaszek. Differences in the Effect of Sleep Deprivation on the Postural Stability among Men and Women. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 2021, 18, 3796 .

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Marta Ołpińska-Lischka, Karolina Kujawa, Janusz Maciaszek. Differences in the Effect of Sleep Deprivation on the Postural Stability among Men and Women. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. 2021; 18 (7):3796.

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Marta Ołpińska-Lischka; Karolina Kujawa; Janusz Maciaszek. 2021. "Differences in the Effect of Sleep Deprivation on the Postural Stability among Men and Women." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 18, no. 7: 3796.

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Published: 02 March 2021 in Healthcare
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The aim of this study was to assess the changes in the balance of healthy, elderly women as a result of Nordic walking training using of two types of poles: classic poles, and poles with an integrated resistance shock absorber. Thirty-four women completed the experiment (Age = 66.8 ± 4.1 years). They were randomly assigned into the experimental group—training with poles with an integrated resistance shock absorber—EG (n = 17), and the control active group—training with classic poles—CG (n = 17). Body balance was measured with Romberg sharpened test and using the AccuGait ™ force platform before and after an intervention lasting for 8 weeks (2 training sessions × 75 min per week). In ANOVA analysis, the Romberg sharpened test showed a statistically significant effect of “time” (F = 18.62, p < 0.001, ɳ2 = 0.37). No interaction effect or clear “time” effect was observed in the ANOVA analysis for the results of posturographic tests (p > 0.05). The lack of pre-post differences in posturographic tests indicates that further research is necessary, where, e.g., there are extended intervention times and more difficult examination tasks are performed. In the case of the Romberg test, both groups improved their results, which may indicate an improvement in perception and processing of sensory information, regardless of the type of training applied.

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Katarzyna Marciniak; Janusz Maciaszek; Magdalena Cyma-Wejchenig; Robert Szeklicki; Rafał Stemplewski. The Effect of Nordic Walking Training with Poles with an Integrated Resistance Shock Absorber on the Body Balance of Women over the Age of 60. Healthcare 2021, 9, 267 .

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Katarzyna Marciniak, Janusz Maciaszek, Magdalena Cyma-Wejchenig, Robert Szeklicki, Rafał Stemplewski. The Effect of Nordic Walking Training with Poles with an Integrated Resistance Shock Absorber on the Body Balance of Women over the Age of 60. Healthcare. 2021; 9 (3):267.

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Katarzyna Marciniak; Janusz Maciaszek; Magdalena Cyma-Wejchenig; Robert Szeklicki; Rafał Stemplewski. 2021. "The Effect of Nordic Walking Training with Poles with an Integrated Resistance Shock Absorber on the Body Balance of Women over the Age of 60." Healthcare 9, no. 3: 267.

Journal article
Published: 01 December 2020 in Issues of Rehabilitation, Orthopaedics, Neurophysiology and Sport Promotion – IRONS
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Background Obesity is considered as one of the risk factors for heart disease, cancer, diabetes, greater rates of mortality as young adults. Objectives Body composition affects physical fitness, but no relation to sex and the degree of obesity was investigated so far in Polish adolescents. Material and methods The studies involved 118 adolescents (12 to 18 years old) who were overweight or obese. The assessment of the body composition was performed by measuring the bioimpedance. The concentration of alpha1-acid glycoprotein and alpha1-antichymotrypsin was measured by immunoelectrophoresis. The glycosylation profiles of AGP and ACT were investigated by crossed-affinity immunoelectrophoresis with Concanavalin A. Physical fitness was measured using the Eurofit test. Results In the study group of girls the body fat content determined on the basis of bioimpedance is not significantly different for overweight and obesity, whereas in the group of boys it is significantly higher in obese individuals. Fitness tests showed a heterogeneous impact of obesity on fitness: some results of the tests were good (FLB, PLT, SAR, HGR) in other tests (SBJ, SUP, BAH, ESR, SHR) the results were considerably inferior. The study of acute phase proteins showed elevated levels of AGP, higher in boys, lower reactivity with ConA in overweight boys and girls, and higher reactivity with ConA in obese boys and girls. Conclusion As the BMI percentile, waist circumference and waist-to-height ratio increase, the results of fitness tests, measured using the EUROFIT test, deteriorate. The consequences of excessive body fat are greater for boys, both in terms of abnormal laboratory markers and physical fitness.

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Ewa Gajewska; Ida Laudańska-Krzemińska; Janusz Maciaszek; Paweł Krol; Magdalena Sobieska. MARKERS OF INFLAMMATION AND HEALTH-RELATED FITNESS AMONG POLISH OVERWEIGHT AND OBESE ADOLESCENTS. Issues of Rehabilitation, Orthopaedics, Neurophysiology and Sport Promotion – IRONS 2020, 33, 7 -16.

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Ewa Gajewska, Ida Laudańska-Krzemińska, Janusz Maciaszek, Paweł Krol, Magdalena Sobieska. MARKERS OF INFLAMMATION AND HEALTH-RELATED FITNESS AMONG POLISH OVERWEIGHT AND OBESE ADOLESCENTS. Issues of Rehabilitation, Orthopaedics, Neurophysiology and Sport Promotion – IRONS. 2020; 33 (33):7-16.

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Ewa Gajewska; Ida Laudańska-Krzemińska; Janusz Maciaszek; Paweł Krol; Magdalena Sobieska. 2020. "MARKERS OF INFLAMMATION AND HEALTH-RELATED FITNESS AMONG POLISH OVERWEIGHT AND OBESE ADOLESCENTS." Issues of Rehabilitation, Orthopaedics, Neurophysiology and Sport Promotion – IRONS 33, no. 33: 7-16.

Journal article
Published: 08 September 2020 in International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
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The purpose of the study was to analyze the effects of cognitive task and change of height on the postural stability and cardiovascular stress of at-height workers. The study included 32 healthy men aged 25‒47. Due to the type of work performed, two groups were identified: at‒height workers, HW (n = 16), and office workers (mainly work at desk with a computer) OW (n = 16). The objective measures of postural stability (posturography) and cardiovascular stress (heart rate monitor) were evaluated for both groups at two different platform heights (ground level and 1 m above the ground) with or without cognitive task (backward counting). The increased height and the cognitive task were found to significantly affect measures of postural stability and cardiovascular stress. It was observed that in inexperienced OW employees, higher platform height and performing a cognitive task meant that posture stability significantly decreased, while cardiovascular stress and difficulties in maintaining balance increased. In HW group postural stability is less affected by distress conditions than in OW group.

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Magdalena Cyma-Wejchenig; Janusz Maciaszek; Katarzyna Marciniak; Rafał Stemplewski. The Effects of Cognitive Task and Change of Height on Postural Stability and Cardiovascular Stress in Workers Working at Height. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 2020, 17, 6541 .

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Magdalena Cyma-Wejchenig, Janusz Maciaszek, Katarzyna Marciniak, Rafał Stemplewski. The Effects of Cognitive Task and Change of Height on Postural Stability and Cardiovascular Stress in Workers Working at Height. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. 2020; 17 (18):6541.

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Magdalena Cyma-Wejchenig; Janusz Maciaszek; Katarzyna Marciniak; Rafał Stemplewski. 2020. "The Effects of Cognitive Task and Change of Height on Postural Stability and Cardiovascular Stress in Workers Working at Height." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 17, no. 18: 6541.

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Published: 18 August 2020
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Marta Ołpińska-Lischka; Karolina Kujawa; Janusz Maciaszek. Differences in the effect of sleep deprivation on the postural stability among men and women. 2020, 1 .

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Marta Ołpińska-Lischka, Karolina Kujawa, Janusz Maciaszek. Differences in the effect of sleep deprivation on the postural stability among men and women. . 2020; ():1.

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Marta Ołpińska-Lischka; Karolina Kujawa; Janusz Maciaszek. 2020. "Differences in the effect of sleep deprivation on the postural stability among men and women." , no. : 1.

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Published: 03 August 2020
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Objective: Sleepiness caused by poor sleep hygiene may increase the risk of injuries and damages during physical activity. Individual data so far indicate a generally better static postural stability of women regardless of sleeping conditions. The main aim of this study was to assess the impact of sleep deprivation on postural stability according to gender after 24 hours of sleep deprivation. Methods: Participants included 83 students (36 men and 47 women). Postural stability was measured with eyes open and closed eyes before and after sleep deprivation. Data from posturographic platform were used to assess postural stability objectively. Results: The type of test determined the size of observed changes in postural stability. The data suggest that women are better able to cope with the effects of sleep deprivation than men. Conclusion: Postural control system is very important in sport and in physically active people. The results show that men are more sensitive to sleep deprivation than women because they had higher COP path length values in tests. Less postural stability of the body due to sleep deprivation indicates a higher risk of injury during physical activity.

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Marta Ołpińska-Lischka; Karolina Kujawa; Janusz Maciaszek. Differences in the effect of sleep deprivation on the postural stability among men and women. 2020, 1 .

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Marta Ołpińska-Lischka, Karolina Kujawa, Janusz Maciaszek. Differences in the effect of sleep deprivation on the postural stability among men and women. . 2020; ():1.

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Marta Ołpińska-Lischka; Karolina Kujawa; Janusz Maciaszek. 2020. "Differences in the effect of sleep deprivation on the postural stability among men and women." , no. : 1.

Research article
Published: 03 July 2020 in BioMed Research International
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Background. Progressive degenerative changes in the body of elderly people lead to a decrease in physical and mental fitness. Seniors have a problem with performing tasks that involve both physical and mental health at the same time. The risk of falls increases, the consequences of which in old age may be particularly dangerous. It was decided to investigate the impact of performing exercises involving both physical and mental spheres on the dynamic agility in older women. Methods. 73 women (69.9±3.2) were divided into two groups: intervention (IG, n=34) and control (CG, n=39). Individuals with IG participated in the Jaques-Dalcroze Eurhythmics exercise programme for 12 weeks, twice a week for 45 minutes each. Dynamic agility was determined by the Timed Up and Go test, which was conducted both in single-task (TUG_ST) and dual-task (TUG_DT) conditions, where the participant was simultaneously counting down from 60 every 3. The percentage difference between the results of both tests (dual-task cost, DTC) was also determined. Both groups had two measurement sessions: one week before the start of the exercise programme and one week after the end of exercise programme. Results. After 12 weeks of exercise, IG participants obtained significantly better results in TUG_DT (p<0.001) and DTC (p=0.003) tests. During this time, CG participants had significantly worse results in TUG_DT (p<0.001) and DTC (p<0.001) tests. In the TUG_ST test, neither IG nor CG achieved a significant change in the result. In each test, a significant interaction between the group assignment and the measurement session was observed: TUG_ST: F=11.523, η2P=0.139, p=0.001; TUG_DT: F=60.227, η2P=0.458, p<0.001; DTC: F=32.382, η2P=0.313, p<0.001. Conclusion. JDE exercises with a frequency of twice a week, for about 12 weeks, have a significant impact on the improvement of the dynamic agility control in women over 65 years of age.

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Jan Adamczyk; Roman Celka; Rafał Stemplewski; Kinga Ceynowa; Paulina Kamińska; Janusz Maciaszek. The Impact of 12-Week Jaques-Dalcroze Eurhythmics Programme on the Dynamic Agility in Single-Dual-Task Conditions in Older Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial. BioMed Research International 2020, 2020, 1 -6.

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Jan Adamczyk, Roman Celka, Rafał Stemplewski, Kinga Ceynowa, Paulina Kamińska, Janusz Maciaszek. The Impact of 12-Week Jaques-Dalcroze Eurhythmics Programme on the Dynamic Agility in Single-Dual-Task Conditions in Older Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial. BioMed Research International. 2020; 2020 ():1-6.

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Jan Adamczyk; Roman Celka; Rafał Stemplewski; Kinga Ceynowa; Paulina Kamińska; Janusz Maciaszek. 2020. "The Impact of 12-Week Jaques-Dalcroze Eurhythmics Programme on the Dynamic Agility in Single-Dual-Task Conditions in Older Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial." BioMed Research International 2020, no. : 1-6.

Journal article
Published: 01 July 2020 in American Journal of Health Behavior
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Objectives: Health-related fitness is a good predictor of health status of children and adults. Less is known about relationships of health-related fitness components between parents and children. Methods: Our study involved 58 children (30 girls and 28 boys, mean age = 7.97) and 58 parents (33 mothers, mean age = 39.32, and 25 fathers, mean age = 38.73) who were voluntarily enrolled in the program in 3 selected primary schools in the city of Poznan, Poland. Physical fitness was measured using the Eurofit test battery. Assessment of body composition was performed by measuring the bioimpedance. Results: Positive relationships were found among the levels of strength of abdominal muscle, flexibility of parents, and the slenderness of children. Slimmer parents also had more physically active children. Body composition parameters also were related to physical activity. More relationships were found between children and parents of the same sex. Conclusion: Data support the hypothesis that health-related risk factors are linked between parents and children and that sex plays an important role in these relationships. Our findings reinforce the need to develop health promotion programs that include children and their parents.

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Ida Laudańska-Krzemińska; Maciej Tomczak; Beata Pluta; Małgorzata Bronikowska; Zbigniew Kasprzak; Janusz Maciaszek. Health-related Fitness Components – Links Between Parents and Their Child. American Journal of Health Behavior 2020, 44, 375 -383.

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Ida Laudańska-Krzemińska, Maciej Tomczak, Beata Pluta, Małgorzata Bronikowska, Zbigniew Kasprzak, Janusz Maciaszek. Health-related Fitness Components – Links Between Parents and Their Child. American Journal of Health Behavior. 2020; 44 (4):375-383.

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Ida Laudańska-Krzemińska; Maciej Tomczak; Beata Pluta; Małgorzata Bronikowska; Zbigniew Kasprzak; Janusz Maciaszek. 2020. "Health-related Fitness Components – Links Between Parents and Their Child." American Journal of Health Behavior 44, no. 4: 375-383.

Journal article
Published: 01 April 2020 in Sustainability
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The aim of this study was to investigate the influence of 24-h sleep deprivation on the muscle strength of young, healthy and physically fit people. The research material consisted of physical education students. In total, 67 people participated in the study, including 38 women and 29 men. Respondents were divided into an experimental group “E” of 44 persons subjected to 24-h sleep deprivation and a control group “C” of 23 persons. Students completed the Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS) measuring daytime sleepiness. Students performed measurements of the maximum strength of knee joint extensor and flexor muscles. Measurements of muscle strength of flexors and extensors of the knee were taken on a UPR-02 A/S chair with Moment II by Sumer software. ANOVA (analysis of variance) was used to determine the significance of differences between experimental “E” and control “C” group. Statistical significance was defined at the level of p ≤ 0.05. Statistically significant differences were observed in the change of strength levels between groups at the strength moments of right (p < 0.05, η2p = 0.16) and left (p < 0.05, η2p = 0.08) knee muscles extensor. Changes in extensor muscle strength are significant for students with left dominant legs.

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Karolina Kujawa; Marta Ołpińska-Lischka; Janusz Maciaszek. The Influence of 24-Hour Sleep Deprivation on the Strength of Lower Limb Muscles in Young and Physically Fit Women and Men. Sustainability 2020, 12, 2762 .

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Karolina Kujawa, Marta Ołpińska-Lischka, Janusz Maciaszek. The Influence of 24-Hour Sleep Deprivation on the Strength of Lower Limb Muscles in Young and Physically Fit Women and Men. Sustainability. 2020; 12 (7):2762.

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Karolina Kujawa; Marta Ołpińska-Lischka; Janusz Maciaszek. 2020. "The Influence of 24-Hour Sleep Deprivation on the Strength of Lower Limb Muscles in Young and Physically Fit Women and Men." Sustainability 12, no. 7: 2762.

Journal article
Published: 25 March 2020 in International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
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Inadequate levels of physical activity among older people lead to a gradual decline in self-reliance and consequent dependence on other people. The aim of the study was to evaluate the impact of Nordic walking training with poles with an integrated resistance shock absorber on the functional fitness of older women. Forty-two women (Mage = 64.7 ± 3.15 years) were randomly assigned into the experimental group—training with poles with an integrated resistance shock absorber, EG (n = 21) and the control active group—training with classic poles, CG (n = 21). Functional fitness was measured with the Senior Fitness Test before and after an intervention lasting for 8 weeks (2 training sessions × 75 minutes per week). Two-way ANOVA revealed statistically significant interaction effects for aerobic endurance (F = 14.47, p < 0.001) and upper body strength (F = 5.98, p < 0.05), indicating greater improvement in the experimental group. Nordic walking training both with classic poles and with poles with an integrated resistance shock absorber is beneficial for older people and improves functional fitness over a short time period. However, the poles with an integrated resistance shock absorber provide additional resistance effort during marching, which causes increased muscle activation and results in improved muscle strength and aerobic endurance. Based on these results, it can be concluded that this kind of training could be applied in the complex health programs of seniors.

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Katarzyna Marciniak; Janusz Maciaszek; Magdalena Cyma-Wejchenig; Robert Szeklicki; Zuzanna Maćkowiak; Dorota Sadowska; Rafał Stemplewski. The Effect of Nordic Walking Training with Poles with an Integrated Resistance Shock Absorber on the Functional Fitness of Women over the Age of 60. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 2020, 17, 2197 .

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Katarzyna Marciniak, Janusz Maciaszek, Magdalena Cyma-Wejchenig, Robert Szeklicki, Zuzanna Maćkowiak, Dorota Sadowska, Rafał Stemplewski. The Effect of Nordic Walking Training with Poles with an Integrated Resistance Shock Absorber on the Functional Fitness of Women over the Age of 60. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. 2020; 17 (7):2197.

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Katarzyna Marciniak; Janusz Maciaszek; Magdalena Cyma-Wejchenig; Robert Szeklicki; Zuzanna Maćkowiak; Dorota Sadowska; Rafał Stemplewski. 2020. "The Effect of Nordic Walking Training with Poles with an Integrated Resistance Shock Absorber on the Functional Fitness of Women over the Age of 60." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 17, no. 7: 2197.

Original research
Published: 01 February 2020 in Nature and Science of Sleep
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Background: The number of studies on gender differences in psychomotor performance and sleepiness is small and the results are contradictory. The aim of this study was to assess the changes in psychomotor performance, due to 24 h of sleep deprivation in young women and men. Participants: Eighty-nine students (49 women and 40 men) took part in the study. Participants were randomized into two groups: experimental (sleep deprived) and control (non-sleep deprived). Methods: The research was carried out using computer-based tests of the Vienna Test System (COG, DT, WAFF) and pupillography (F2D Fit-For-Duty). Results: There were no statistically significant effects of the main genders and groups on sleepiness measured by the pupillography. There was no deterioration in the results after deprivation among women and men in the COG test. Changes were noted in the DT and WAFF tests, and their size depended on the test. The number of false responses in psychomotor test was higher in women after sleep deprivation. Conclusion: One night of sleep deprivation may not have been a negative enough stimulus for young, healthy women and men to reveal gender differences in psychomotor tests. Low sleep levels can lead to low productivity at work and accidents due to reduced vigilance. Insufficient sleep in the long term can lead to poor health, resulting in hypertension, obesity and depression.

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Marta Ołpińska-Lischka; Karolina Kujawa; Josef Alexander Wirth; Katarzyna Z Antosiak-Cyrak; Janusz Maciaszek. The Influence of 24-hr Sleep Deprivation on Psychomotor Vigilance in Young Women and Men. Nature and Science of Sleep 2020, ume 12, 125 -134.

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Marta Ołpińska-Lischka, Karolina Kujawa, Josef Alexander Wirth, Katarzyna Z Antosiak-Cyrak, Janusz Maciaszek. The Influence of 24-hr Sleep Deprivation on Psychomotor Vigilance in Young Women and Men. Nature and Science of Sleep. 2020; ume 12 ():125-134.

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Marta Ołpińska-Lischka; Karolina Kujawa; Josef Alexander Wirth; Katarzyna Z Antosiak-Cyrak; Janusz Maciaszek. 2020. "The Influence of 24-hr Sleep Deprivation on Psychomotor Vigilance in Young Women and Men." Nature and Science of Sleep ume 12, no. : 125-134.

Randomized controlled trial
Published: 05 November 2019 in International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
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Some investigations have demonstrated that a combined endurance–strength training is the most effective in the treatment of obesity. The aim of the research was to access how different trainings influence: endothelial function, lipid metabolism, and risk of atherosclerosis in women with obesity. In a randomized trial, 39 obese women aged 28–62 completed endurance (n = 22, 60-80% HRmax) or combined training (n = 17, 20 minutes of strength exercises, 50–60% 1RM and 25 minutes of endurance training, 60-80% HRmax). Before and after the intervention vascular endothelial function (endothelial nitric oxide synthase (eNOS), vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), thiobarbituric acid reactive substances (TBARS), blood total antioxidant capacity (TAC)), total cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C), triglycerides and C-reactive protein (CRP)as well as visceral adiposity index (VAI), total-body skeletal muscle mass and atherogenic index of plasma (AIP) were determined. After the trainings, in both groups total cholesterol and total-body skeletal muscle mass increased (p < 0.05). In the group undergoing combined training, lower (p < 0.05) VAI, AIP, CRP and LDL-C were noted. In the group undergoing endurance training TBARS concentration decreased (p < 0.01), while the HDL-C (p < 0.01) concentration as well as eNOS (p < 0.05) activity increased. No significant differences between groups were found, either before or after the programs. Both training programs led to the improvement of lipid metabolism, but only endurance training alone favorably changed indicators of endothelial functions in women with obesity.

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Marzena Ratajczak; Damian Skrypnik; Pawel Bogdanski; Edyta Mądry; Jarosław Walkowiak; Monika Szulińska; Janusz Maciaszek; Matylda Kręgielska-Narożna; Joanna Karolkiewicz. Effects of Endurance and Endurance–Strength Training on Endothelial Function in Women with Obesity: A Randomized Trial. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 2019, 16, 4291 .

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Marzena Ratajczak, Damian Skrypnik, Pawel Bogdanski, Edyta Mądry, Jarosław Walkowiak, Monika Szulińska, Janusz Maciaszek, Matylda Kręgielska-Narożna, Joanna Karolkiewicz. Effects of Endurance and Endurance–Strength Training on Endothelial Function in Women with Obesity: A Randomized Trial. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. 2019; 16 (21):4291.

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Marzena Ratajczak; Damian Skrypnik; Pawel Bogdanski; Edyta Mądry; Jarosław Walkowiak; Monika Szulińska; Janusz Maciaszek; Matylda Kręgielska-Narożna; Joanna Karolkiewicz. 2019. "Effects of Endurance and Endurance–Strength Training on Endothelial Function in Women with Obesity: A Randomized Trial." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 16, no. 21: 4291.

Journal article
Published: 26 March 2018 in Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases
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The aim of the experiment was to analyze the influence of posturographic platform biofeedback training on the static and dynamic balance of patients who experienced ischemic stroke. The study included 20 patients treated at the Rehabilitation Center of the District Hospital in Białogard, in the Ward of Neurological Rehabilitation with the Stroke Division. The age of the patients (10 in the experimental group and 10 in the control group) ranged between 60 and 72 years. The level of balance was determined with one-leg standing test and timed up & go test. The experimental group was subjected to the biofeedback training, practicing maintenance of body balance (“forced sway training”) on posturographic platform for 15 consecutive days. The static balance on right leg and dynamic balance in group E improved to a markedly greater extent (P < .05) compared with conventionally rehabilitated group C. The effects of feedback mechanisms during training on a posturographic platform can be reflected by enhanced stimulation and further improvement of the control of different, more complicated performed motor tasks.

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Janusz Maciaszek. Effects of Posturographic Platform Biofeedback Training on the Static and Dynamic Balance of Older Stroke Patients. Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases 2018, 27, 1969 -1974.

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Janusz Maciaszek. Effects of Posturographic Platform Biofeedback Training on the Static and Dynamic Balance of Older Stroke Patients. Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases. 2018; 27 (7):1969-1974.

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Janusz Maciaszek. 2018. "Effects of Posturographic Platform Biofeedback Training on the Static and Dynamic Balance of Older Stroke Patients." Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases 27, no. 7: 1969-1974.

Journal article
Published: 01 March 2018 in The Journal of Sports Medicine and Physical Fitness
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Michal Bronikowski; Małgorzata Bronikowska; Janusz Maciaszek; Agata Glapa. Maybe it is not a goal that matters: a report from a physical activity intervention in youth. The Journal of Sports Medicine and Physical Fitness 2018, 58, 348 -355.

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Michal Bronikowski, Małgorzata Bronikowska, Janusz Maciaszek, Agata Glapa. Maybe it is not a goal that matters: a report from a physical activity intervention in youth. The Journal of Sports Medicine and Physical Fitness. 2018; 58 (3):348-355.

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Michal Bronikowski; Małgorzata Bronikowska; Janusz Maciaszek; Agata Glapa. 2018. "Maybe it is not a goal that matters: a report from a physical activity intervention in youth." The Journal of Sports Medicine and Physical Fitness 58, no. 3: 348-355.

Review
Published: 08 February 2018 in International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity
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The links between increased participation in Physical Activity (PA) and improvements in health are well established. As this body of evidence has grown, so too has the search for measures of PA with high levels of methodological effectiveness (i.e. validity, reliability and responsiveness to change). The aim of this “review of reviews” was to provide a comprehensive overview of the methodological effectiveness of currently employed measures of PA, to aid researchers in their selection of an appropriate tool. A total of 63 review articles were included in this review, and the original articles cited by these reviews were included in order to extract detailed information on methodological effectiveness. Self-report measures of PA have been most frequently examined for methodological effectiveness, with highly variable findings identified across a broad range of behaviours. The evidence-base for the methodological effectiveness of objective monitors, particularly accelerometers/activity monitors, is increasing, with lower levels of variability observed for validity and reliability when compared to subjective measures. Unfortunately, responsiveness to change across all measures and behaviours remains under-researched, with limited information available. Other criteria beyond methodological effectiveness often influence tool selection, including cost and feasibility. However, researchers must be aware of the methodological effectiveness of any measure selected for use when examining PA. Although no “perfect” tool for the examination of PA in adults exists, it is suggested that researchers aim to incorporate appropriate objective measures, specific to the behaviours of interests, when examining PA in free-living environments.

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Kieran P. Dowd; Robert Szeklicki; Marco Alessandro Minetto; Marie H. Murphy; Angela Polito; Ezio Ghigo; Hidde Van Der Ploeg; Ulf Ekelund; Janusz Maciaszek; Rafal Stemplewski; Maciej Tomczak; Alan E. Donnelly. A systematic literature review of reviews on techniques for physical activity measurement in adults: a DEDIPAC study. International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity 2018, 15, 1 -33.

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Kieran P. Dowd, Robert Szeklicki, Marco Alessandro Minetto, Marie H. Murphy, Angela Polito, Ezio Ghigo, Hidde Van Der Ploeg, Ulf Ekelund, Janusz Maciaszek, Rafal Stemplewski, Maciej Tomczak, Alan E. Donnelly. A systematic literature review of reviews on techniques for physical activity measurement in adults: a DEDIPAC study. International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity. 2018; 15 (1):1-33.

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Kieran P. Dowd; Robert Szeklicki; Marco Alessandro Minetto; Marie H. Murphy; Angela Polito; Ezio Ghigo; Hidde Van Der Ploeg; Ulf Ekelund; Janusz Maciaszek; Rafal Stemplewski; Maciej Tomczak; Alan E. Donnelly. 2018. "A systematic literature review of reviews on techniques for physical activity measurement in adults: a DEDIPAC study." International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity 15, no. 1: 1-33.

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Published: 05 October 2016 in Minerva pediatrica
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Janusz Maciaszek; Natalia Kilan; Michal Bronikowski. Reaction to the sensory integration therapy in children with postural stability deficits. Minerva pediatrica 2016, 1 .

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Janusz Maciaszek, Natalia Kilan, Michal Bronikowski. Reaction to the sensory integration therapy in children with postural stability deficits. Minerva pediatrica. 2016; ():1.

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Janusz Maciaszek; Natalia Kilan; Michal Bronikowski. 2016. "Reaction to the sensory integration therapy in children with postural stability deficits." Minerva pediatrica , no. : 1.

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Published: 27 September 2016 in BioMed Research International
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The promotion of physical activity (PA) in children and their parents requires effective planning and sometimes even interventions. This study shows the effect of PA during a 15-week intervention program “Junior for Seniors” by applying a socioecological model to the interpretation of the data. This comprehensive approach emphasizes the fact that health promotion should focus not only on intrapersonal factors but also on the multilevel factors that might be determinants and modulators of increased PA. In 2015, 24 children (“juniors,” 14 girls and 10 boys, agedM=7.96±0.69) and 22 parents (“seniors,” 14 mothers agedM=38.86±2.96and 8 fathers agedM=37.38±2.97) were voluntarily enrolled in a study spread across three primary schools in the city of Poznań, Poland. The effectiveness of the intervention was determined according to postintervention behavioural changes in PA in comparison to preintervention levels, as reported by the parents and children. Overall, the study found increases in PA levels and reductions in sedentary time. Although the changes are modest, there are some unrecognized benefits of the intervention which may have occurred, such as improved sport and motor skills, more frequent family social behaviours (walks, meals, and visiting relatives), or simply improved quality of “do-together” leisure time PA.

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Michał Bronikowski; Małgorzata Bronikowska; Beata Pluta; Janusz Maciaszek; Maciej Tomczak; Agata Glapa. Positive Impact on Physical Activity and Health Behaviour Changes of a 15-Week Family Focused Intervention Program: “Juniors for Seniors”. BioMed Research International 2016, 2016, 1 -8.

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Michał Bronikowski, Małgorzata Bronikowska, Beata Pluta, Janusz Maciaszek, Maciej Tomczak, Agata Glapa. Positive Impact on Physical Activity and Health Behaviour Changes of a 15-Week Family Focused Intervention Program: “Juniors for Seniors”. BioMed Research International. 2016; 2016 ():1-8.

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Michał Bronikowski; Małgorzata Bronikowska; Beata Pluta; Janusz Maciaszek; Maciej Tomczak; Agata Glapa. 2016. "Positive Impact on Physical Activity and Health Behaviour Changes of a 15-Week Family Focused Intervention Program: “Juniors for Seniors”." BioMed Research International 2016, no. : 1-8.

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Published: 01 January 2016 in Human Movement
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Back pain is a frequent symptom in the obese. The purpose of the study was to compare the effects of two training programs on the reduction of back pain among obese women.The study included 30 obese women who reported back pain within 3 months preceding enrollment. The subjects were randomly allocated to endurance or endurance/resistance physical exercise. The intensity of the exercise was adjusted to 50–80% of HRmax. Back pain intensity, muscle strength of knee flexors and extensors, body balance and body composition were measured before and after training.Both the endurance and endurance/resistance training exerted positive effect on back pain (. Both endurance and combined endurance/resistance training exert positive effect in decreasing back pain and improving functional fitness of obese women. Therefore, both forms of training may be recommended for individuals dealing with the abovementioned problems.

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Janusz Maciaszek; Damian Skrypnik; Marzena Ratajczak; Rafał Stemplewski; Wiesław Osiński; Paweł Bogdański; Edyta Mądry; Jaroslaw Walkowiak; Joanna Karolkiewicz. Two Aerobic Exercise Programs in Management of Back Pain Among Middle-Aged Obese Women: A Randomized Controlled Study. Human Movement 2016, 17, 1 .

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Janusz Maciaszek, Damian Skrypnik, Marzena Ratajczak, Rafał Stemplewski, Wiesław Osiński, Paweł Bogdański, Edyta Mądry, Jaroslaw Walkowiak, Joanna Karolkiewicz. Two Aerobic Exercise Programs in Management of Back Pain Among Middle-Aged Obese Women: A Randomized Controlled Study. Human Movement. 2016; 17 (2):1.

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Janusz Maciaszek; Damian Skrypnik; Marzena Ratajczak; Rafał Stemplewski; Wiesław Osiński; Paweł Bogdański; Edyta Mądry; Jaroslaw Walkowiak; Joanna Karolkiewicz. 2016. "Two Aerobic Exercise Programs in Management of Back Pain Among Middle-Aged Obese Women: A Randomized Controlled Study." Human Movement 17, no. 2: 1.

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Published: 01 July 2014 in Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases
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The aim of the experiment was to analyze the influence of posturographic platform biofeedback training on the dynamic balance of patients who experienced ischemic stroke. The study included 21 patients treated at the Rehabilitation Center of the District Hospital in Białogard, in the Ward of Neurological Rehabilitation with the Stroke Division. The age of the patients (11 in the experimental and 10 in the control group) ranged between 55 and 65 years. The level of dynamic balance was determined with Timed Up and Go Test. The experimental group was subjected to the biofeedback training, practicing maintenance of body balance (forced sway training) on posturographic platform for 15 consecutive days. The perception of dynamic balance in the group subjected to biofeedback training improved to a markedly greater extent (P < .05) as compared with conventionally rehabilitated group. Participation in biofeedback training exerted stronger effect on the dynamic balance of patients who experienced the stroke of the left hemisphere with right-sided hemiparesis than in those with right hemisphere stroke and left-sided hemiparesis. The utilization of feedback mechanisms during training on a posturographic platform can be reflected by enhanced stimulation and further improvement of the control of performed motor tasks.

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Janusz Maciaszek; Sylwia Borawska; Jacek Wojcikiewicz. Influence of Posturographic Platform Biofeedback Training on the Dynamic Balance of Adult Stroke Patients. Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases 2014, 23, 1269 -1274.

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Janusz Maciaszek, Sylwia Borawska, Jacek Wojcikiewicz. Influence of Posturographic Platform Biofeedback Training on the Dynamic Balance of Adult Stroke Patients. Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases. 2014; 23 (6):1269-1274.

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Janusz Maciaszek; Sylwia Borawska; Jacek Wojcikiewicz. 2014. "Influence of Posturographic Platform Biofeedback Training on the Dynamic Balance of Adult Stroke Patients." Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases 23, no. 6: 1269-1274.

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Published: 01 January 2013 in Human Movement
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Robert Szeklicki; Wiesław Osiński; Janusz Maciaszek; Rafał Stemplewski; Artur Salamon. Correlations Between Habitual Physical Activity and Self-Perceived Functional Fitness, Self-Sufficiency Fitness and Health Among Men Over 60 Years Old. Human Movement 2013, 14, 27 -34.

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Robert Szeklicki, Wiesław Osiński, Janusz Maciaszek, Rafał Stemplewski, Artur Salamon. Correlations Between Habitual Physical Activity and Self-Perceived Functional Fitness, Self-Sufficiency Fitness and Health Among Men Over 60 Years Old. Human Movement. 2013; 14 (1):27-34.

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Robert Szeklicki; Wiesław Osiński; Janusz Maciaszek; Rafał Stemplewski; Artur Salamon. 2013. "Correlations Between Habitual Physical Activity and Self-Perceived Functional Fitness, Self-Sufficiency Fitness and Health Among Men Over 60 Years Old." Human Movement 14, no. 1: 27-34.