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The fate of sickly and disabled new-born babies in ancient Greece (Sparta and Athens)
Trikkaliotis, D.1*, Mouratidou, A.A.2, Anastasiou, A.2
1Department of Early Childhood Education, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki,
University Campus – Education Faculty Tower (Thessaloniki City Centre), 54124
Thessaloniki
2Department of Physical Education & Sport Science, Faculty of Physical Education & Sport Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, New Thermi facilities Thessaloniki,
57001 Thessaloniki
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Abstract
Many authors are convinced that in ancient Sparta if a disable baby was born, then an assembly of aged man ordered it, without compassion, exposed on a special fearful place (Kaiadas) on the mount Taygetos to die.… Read the rest
A Longitudinal Study for the relationship Between Body Mass Index and Physical Activity Participation in Primary School Children
Doloma, D.*, Kampas, A., Agelousis, N., Michalopoulou, M.
Department of Physical Education & Sport Sciences, Democritus University of Thrace, Campus, Komotini, 69132, Greece.
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Abstract
The purpose of the study was to follow over time – from the first to the third grade – the correlation between the Body Mass Index (BMI) and the Physical Activity of elementary school children.… Read the rest
Working in a male-dominated universe: Stereotypical attitudes towards Greek female sports journalists
Spiliopoulos, P.1*, Mastrogiannakis, D.2, Kokkina, L.1, Tsigilis, N.1
1School of Journalism and Mass Media Communication, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 46 Egnatia, Thessaloniki, 54 625, Greece.
2Hellenic Open University, School of Social Sciences, Aristotelous 18, 26 335, Patras, Greece.… Read the rest
The effects of collaborative method in traditional dances teaching and space orientation of 9-12 years old children
Zetou, E.*, Pitsi, A., Filippou, F., Blani, N., Mountaki, F.
School of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, Democritus University of Thrace, 69100 Komotini.
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Abstract
The purpose of this research was to evaluate the impact of the collaborative method on the learning two Greek traditional dances (Kalamatianos and Zonaradikos) and space orientation ability, in children.… Read the rest
The emergence of the Sports Press in the midst of economic crisis. LIVE SPORT: a case study
Tzekis, A.1*, Spiliopoulos, P.2
1Department of Communication, Media and Culture, Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences, Syngrou Avenue 136, 17671, Athens, Greece.
2School of Journalism and Mass Media Communication, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 46 Egnatia, Thessaloniki, 54625, Greece.… Read the rest
Perceptions about the quality of life of students who participate in dance and sports activities in relation those who live a sedentary lifestyle
Bourouzikas, I.*, Filippou, F., Derri, V., Vernadakis, N.
Department of Physical Education & Sport Science, School of Physical Education & Sport Science, Democritus University of Thrace, 69100 Komotini, Hellas.
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Abstract
The purpose of this study was to examine whether students’ participation in dance and sports activities – individual or team sports – differentiates perceptions of life quality in relation to those who lead a sedentary lifestyle.… Read the rest
Psychological skills of Greek table tennis players
Xanthopoulos, Ch.*, Bebetsos, E., Mavridis, G., Antoniou, P.
Department of Physical Education & Sport Science, School of Physical Education & Sport Science, Democritus University of Thrace, 69100 Komotini, Hellas.
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Abstract
The purpose of this study was to investigate certain psychological skills of Greek table tennis athletes.… Read the rest
Analysis of pacing strategies of fitness men in CrossFit games
Gianzina, E.*
Department of Physical Education & Sport Science, School of Physical Education & Sport Science, Democritus University of Thrace, 69100, Greece.
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Abstract
The main aim of this study was to record and analyze the pacing strategies of fitness men during the 2015 National CrossFit Championship that took place in Thessaloniki, Greece.… Read the rest
The effect of different strength training protocols on the jumping ability of amateur female volleyball players
Goudas, K., Kasabalis, A.*, Douda, H., Tokmakidis, S.
School of Physical Education & Sport Science, Democritus University of Thrace, Greece.
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Abstract
Purpose: The purpose of the study was to examine the effect of different strength training protocols on the jumping ability of amateur female volleyball players.… Read the rest
Influence of age on levels: team cohesion, aggression & sport satisfaction
Brisimis, E.1, Bebetsos, E.2, Krommidas, Ch.1
1Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, University of Thessaly, Trikala.
2School of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, Democritus University of Thrace, Komotini.
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Abstract
The necessity and purpose of this research was to investigate the potential influence of the age group on: (1) cohesion, (2) aggression, and (3) athletic satisfaction.… Read the rest