Think of a problem in exercise science that can be addressed through evidence-based practice. Develop a
question in the EBP style that will accurately address the problem. Then, use the tools mentioned in this
week’s lesson to research your topic. Include at least 5 links to research papers on your topic. Write an
opening statement, a Background statement, and a Search Strategy for your case study.
Develop a fictional case study in the style of the case studies presented in chapters 12 through 15 of your
textbook. Be sure to save your assignment in a safe place on your computer to build upon for next week’s
lesson.
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Text Book: Evidence Based Practice Exercise Science
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Developing a question and searching for evidence
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Throughout the remainder of this course, we will be examining the six specific steps that we have identified in
the research process. To refresh, the six steps are: developing a question, searching for evidence, evaluating
the evidence, incorporating evidence into practice, confirming the evidence in the individual, and reevaluating
the evidence.
To start, let’s learn about developing a good question. As an exercise practitioner, there are probably three
main areas of interest that you would want to ask questions about: program interventions or exercise
techniques, testing techniques, and economics.
The most common questions exercise practitioners have are around program interventions and exercise
techniques. Think about times when you have practiced as a personal trainer. How do you know how many
reps to assign to your client for a particular exercise? What exercises should you prescribe? An example of a
good question in this area is: “Is high-intensity interval training more effective than steady-state aerobic
conditioning to improve peak aerobic capacity in healthy young individuals?”
Another important question development area involves your testing techniques. When you evaluate a client’s
baseline physical fitness, what questions should you ask? If your client is a senior and has a goal of climbing a
flight of stairs, your assessment should include tests shown to predict stair climbing. The better your initial
testing questions, the better you will be able to formulate effective interventions.
Finally, economics play an important role in question development. We might think that the most effective
interventions should be used in each case, but in reality economics will often be an important deciding factor
for many individuals. Questions around economics should be developed carefully so that the best interest of
the client is still the most important concern.