Registration

08:00 ~ 12:00 MDT

Virtual
Keynote Sessions

Dr. Dilson Rassier, Simon Fraser University Mechanisms of muscle contraction: from cells to molecules

Meals

Abstract Presentations

10:30 ~ 12:30 MDT

Abstract Presentations

10:30 ~ 12:30 MDT

Symposium
Virtual

This symposium will highlight the impact of exercise on cartilage health. Each speaker is an expert in their respective area and approaches the topic from unique perspectives (basic science, applied science, and implementation science) using models ranging from rats to humans. Tissue-level Changes in Response to Animal Arthritis Models and the Impact of Exercise (Aerobic and Resistance) : Our first speaker, Dr. Walter Herzog has conducted extensive work with a rat model of osteoarthritis and exercise. He will present on the tissue-level changes to cartilage resulting from exercise and lifestyle factors in rats. His work has been recognized by honors such as induction to the Royal Society of Canada, the Muybridge Career Award from the International Society of Biomechanics, and is the namesake of the Dr. Walter Herzog Award in Excellence in Undergraduate Research from the Brazilian Society for Biomechanics. Joint Management: Osteoarthritis and Exercise Rx : Our second speaker, Dr. Kristen Barton, is an orthopedic surgeon-scientist and a CSEP-Clinical Exercise Physiologist that specializes on joint replacement and knee injuries. She will present on clinical presentation of arthritis, connect changes in cartilage to changes in overall physical function of patients, and will present on her work on exercise-based treatment for both osteoarthritis and total joint arthroplasty patients. Kristen is a 4-time alumnus of the University of Calgary, was the 2020 recipient of the CSEP Seed Grant, was named top 40 under 40 by the Association of Women Surgeons, and was a recipient of the Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation’s Carroll A. Laurin Award for Excellence in Clinical Research. Sticking to Exercise with Arthritis: A Journey in Trial and Error : Our final speaker, Dr. Jasmin Ma, focuses her research on implementation of exercise programming for individuals of all abilities, including those with arthritis. She will present on behaviour change strategies and modifications tailored to those with arthritis to promote adoption and participation in exercise training programs.

Workshops

10:30 ~ 12:00 MDT Moderator: Levi Frehlich, PhD Candidate - University of Calgary Elder Pablo Russell - Blackfoot Ceremonialist and Cultural Consultant. Loretta Tuttauk - Loretta's Wellness Circle Sonja Wicklum, MD - University of Calgary

Meals

12:00 ~ 13:30 MDT

Workshops

Matt Jordan, PhD - University of Calgary Reed Ferber, PhD - University of Calgary Kelly Drager, MSc - Canadian Sport Institute, Calgary

Abstract Presentations

13:30 ~ 15:30 MDT

Abstract Presentations

13:30 ~ 15:30 MDT

Symposium
Virtual

Fasting for optimizing cardiometabolic health is a hot topic among scientists and general public, with many claiming that fasting has significant health benefits. Combining fasting with exercise has also been forwarded as a means of augmenting exercise responses. However, experimental data from humans supporting the beneficial effects of fasting - alone or in combination with exercise - are limited and controversial. Accordingly, there remains opportunity and interest within the exercise physiology field to investigate the combined effect of fasting and exercise on molecular, metabolic, and health-related outcomes. Our symposium will present state-of-the-art research on the utility of fasting and exercise for improving cardiometabolic health and studying physiological mechanisms in humans. Dr. Jenna Gillen (Assistant Professor, University of Toronto) will discuss how fasting and/or carbohydrate restriction around exercise can influence the glycemic benefits of exercise in males and females. Dr. Javier Gonzalez (Professor, University of Bath, UK), a world leader in exercise metabolism, will discuss the potential for fasted exercise to boost training adaptations. Finally, Dr. Hashim Islam (Postdoc, UBC Okanagan) will appraise the utility of fasting to study skeletal muscle physiology in rodents and humans. The session will be introduced and chaired by Dr. Brendon Gurd (Professor, Queen’s University). Chaired and Introduction by Brendan Gurd, PhD - Introduction to the benefits of fasting: more than calorie restriction? Jenna Gillen, PhD - Interactive effects of acute exercise and nutrition on skeletal muscle metabolism and blood glucose Javier Gonzalez, PhD - Can fasting be used to optimize metabolic adaptations to endurance exercise training? Hashim Islam, PhD - Fasting as an energetic stressor to study basic human skeletal muscle physiology: Differences between rodents and humans

Workshops

Chair/Moderator: Dr. Meaghan MacNutt (UBCO) Drs. Martin MacInnis and Cari Din, University of Calgary - Adding inquiry to exercise physiology laboratories: Redacting recipes and increasing psychological safety Meaghan MacNutt (UBCO), Hannah Connon (UBCO), and Johannah May Black (not attending, Sexual Violence Prevention & Response Office, UBC Okanagan) - Trauma-informed approaches to teaching and learning in health and exercise science labs This symposium will focus on strategies to implement student-centred teaching approaches into health and exercise physiology laboratories. The presenters will focus on adding inquiry-based learning activities to undergraduate and graduate laboratories, helping teaching assistants and laboratory instructors develop psychologically safe spaces, and adopting a trauma-informed approach to interacting with human participants. The symposium will be presented as a workshop and will involve audience participation.