The Attributes of Physical Fitness and Faith: Exercise Science Meets Scripture Marc Apkarian, PhD Associate Professor, Biola University, La Mirada, CA Abstract: In the discipline of exercise science, the attributes of physical fitness lie in the domains of cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular endurance, muscular strength, body composition, and flexibility. If combined conceptually, most commonly performed […]
A Christian Perspective on Returning to Health and Wellness Lacie Webb, PT, DPT1 Physical Therapist, SporTherapy Colin G. Pennington, PhD Assistant Professor, Tarleton State University – Fort Worth Abstract: Religion, medicine, and healthcare are related. Research states that religiosity and spirituality have a positive effect on a patient’s health. There is a high belief […]
Faith, Physical Activity, and Physical Education Colin G. Pennington, PhD Assistant Professor, Tarleton State University – Fort Worth Abstract: Within the complex system of compulsory school physical education, there are opportunities for physical educators to meet goals beyond physical-health related objectives. Positive moral socialization can occur through physical education; students who develop prosocial […]
The Integrated Model of Religiosity and Psychological Response to the Sport Injury and Rehabilitation Process: A Christian Illustration Diane M. Wiese-Bjornstal, PhD, CMPC Professor, University of Minnesota Twin Cities Abstract: Research in psychology and medicine supports that religiosity functions as a protective and resilience factor among people facing diverse health challenges. Athletes risking and responding […]
Physical Activity: An Aid to the Spiritual Journey Louise McEwan, BA, BTh Statement of Original Unpublished Work: By submitting this document to the Editor in Chief of CJSCF, I am making a Statement of Original Unpublished Work not submitted to another journal for publication. Introduction In a competitive culture, physical activity can become overly […]
Fusing Physical Activity and Faith Brent Bradford, PhD Associate Professor, Faculty of Education Concordia University of Edmonton Published in the Canadian Journal for Scholarship and the Christian Faith (journal.ccscf.org) on 2 October 2019 Welcome to the CJSCF’s Special Issue that will be examining the relationship between wellness-related topics and the Christian faith. For as long […]