Professional Services

Ball State University
Search Committee –Director of Research Compliance (Chair 2008-2009)
Institutional Review Board (Chairperson)

American College of Sports Medicine
Board of Trustees
Editorial Review Board, Health/Fitness Journal
Annual Meeting Program Committee, Clinical Section

American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Editorial Review Board, Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation
Scientific Advisory Council


Education
Bachelor of Arts: Accounting
State University of New York - Binghamton

Master of Arts: Physical Education
Southern Methodist University

Ph.D.: Exercise Physiology
Southern Illinois University



Research Interests
Clinical Aspects of Exercise Physiology - Research conducted by the Clinical Exercise Physiology (CEP) Program focuses on clinical applications of exercise. The program studies a wide variety of clinically related topics, however, three principles areas of research are: 1) validity and reliability of clinical exercise tests and measurements, 2) assessment of physical activity (PA) habits of adults and the relationship of those habits to health and disease, and 3) cardiovascular and metabolic responses to exercise training in moderate and high-risk populations.

Clinical Assessment Evaluations

Outcome measurements have become essential for many clinical programs. The CEP Program has been studying the accuracy and reliability of laboratory instruments used to measure muscular fitness and physical activity. Data collection has recently been completed on studies examining the usefulness of new resistance exercise equipment (Magnum Body Motion) and the accuracy and reliability of accelerometers to provide energy expenditure measures during running. The first study was funded in part by a grant from Magnum, Inc.

Assessment of PA and Relationship to Health and Disease

The prevalence of sedentary lifestyle remains high in the United States. The CEP Program is conducting a number of studies examining physical activity habits of adults in East Central Indiana. This study will be extended in 2007 to evaluate seasonal changes in physical activity among adults in East Central Indiana. We also extend these assessments to patients with cardiac disease in collaboration with colleagues at Ball Memorial Hospital. Data collection has recently been completed on a study evaluating the effect of a structured exercise program on daily physical activity levels of previously sedentary adults. Additionally, we are presently extending our studies on the physical activity habits of individuals with chronic diseases to those with pulmonary disease and cancer. Specifically, we are evaluating the role a Rehabilitation Program has on physical activity levels of these patients. One other major area of interest and active work is examining instruments used to monitor physical activity. We are working with colleagues from Wake Forest University and the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee to evaluate the validity of the two most commonly used accelerometers.

Cardiovascular and Metabolic Responses to Exercise Training

The CEP Program has studied a number of different responses, both acute and chronic, to exercise training. We recently completed the second stage of a study on the role exercise training can play in preventing the hyperglycemic effect associated with the use of niacin as a pharacological therapy for lipid disorders in patients with Type-II diabetes. This study assessed advanced lipid and lipoprotein measures including LDL subfractions, HDL subfractions, VLDL subfractions, Lp(a), and hsCRP. This study was funded in part by a grant from KOS Pharmaceuticals, Inc.



Grants
2009 Diadexus, Inc.
Determination of diurnal variation of measurements of Lipoprotein-Associated Phospholipase A2 (Lp-PLA2)

2009 American Heart Association – Midwest Affiliate Grant-in-Aid
Innovative Strategies to Increase Physical Activity Levels of Cardiac Patients Participating in a Maintenance Rehabilitation Program

2009 National Institutes of Health (Aging Systems & Geriatrics Study Section)
Aging and Muscle Function: Impact of Aerobic Exercise (co-investigator)

2008 Diadexus, Inc.
Use of Lipoprotein-Associated Phospholipase A2 (Lp-PLA2) to identify those with abnormal
Carotid Intima Media Thickness (CIMT) in Individuals categorized as Low and Intermdiate Risk (Framingham 10 year risk)

2008 ResMed Sleep Disordered Breathing Foundation
The Impact of Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) Treatment on Physical Activity
Levels of Patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) (co-investigator)

2008 Ball State University / Eli Lilly Company
Carotid Intima Media Thickness Measurement Software

2007 Ball State University / Eli Lilly Company
Development of a Research Database for the Human Performance Laboratory

2007 Ball State University / Eli Lilly Company
Support for Visiting Scholar – Physical Activity Assessment Research

2006 Bioenergetics Research Initiative
United States Department of Energy, Office of Science

2006 Center Township Emergency Service – Muncie, Indiana
Health/Risk Assessment of Community Fire-fighters.

2005 Magnum Fitness Systems, Milwaukee, WI
Exercise and exercise training responses using the Body Motion equipment.

2005 Ball State University – Provost’s Initiative, Muncie, Indiana
The effect of education and prompting on prevention of weight gain in adults.

2004 Kos Pharmaceuticals, Noblesville, Indiana
The effect of exercise and extended release niacin on lipoprotein subfractions.

2004 Kos Pharmaceuticals, Noblesville, Indiana
The effect of different medication combinations on blood lipids and lipoprotein concentrations.



Recent Publications

Articles in Refereed Journals

Hanna, L.R., Frist Avila, P., Meteer, J. D., Nicholas, D. R., Kaminsky,L. A. “The Effects of a Comprehensive Exercise Program on Physical Function, Fatigue, and Mood in Patients with Various Types of Cancer.” Oncology Nursing Forum. 35:461-469, 2008.

Jones N, Schneider PL, Kaminsky LA., Riggin K, Taylor, A. “Physical Activity Levels of Phase III Cardiac Rehabilitation Participants.” J Cardiopulm Rehab Prev. 27:81-85, 2007

Maldonado-Martin, S., Brubaker, P.H., Kaminsky, L.A., Moore, J.B., Stewart, K.P., Kitzman, D.W. The relationship of the six-minute walk to VO2peak and VT in older heart failure patients. Med. Sci. Sports Exerc. 38:1047-1053, 2006.

Schneider P., Kaminsky, L.A. Tips for helping clients meet energy expenditure goals. ACSM’s Health & Fitness Journal 10:15-21, 2006.

Kaminsky, L.A., Ellis T. A comparison of bone density between college and high school women volleyball players and non-athletes. Int. J Volleyball Research 8:3-6, 2005.

Published Communications

Neureuther, E.A., Kaminsky L.A., Schneider PS, Hargens T.A. Evaluationof a pedometer-based 100,000 step/week program. J Cardiopulm Rehab Prev. (online), 2008.

Boyle L.J., Kaminsky L.A., Rejc J.M., Strath S.J., Hargens T.A. Efficacy of increasing physical activity by 2000 steps per day in insufficiently active individuals. Med. Sci. Sports Exerc. 40:S253, 2008.

Cochran H.L., Kaminsky L.A., Hargens T.A., Strath S.J. The IPAQ is ineffective at classifying those who do not meet current physical activity recommendations. Med. Sci. Sports Exerc. 40:S62, 2008.

Kaminsky L.A., Brubaker P.B., Hanna L.E., Hargens T.A. Accuracy of energy expenditure estimates from the Lifecorder physical activity monitor. Med. Sci. Sports Exerc. 40:S201, 2008.

Kruckenberg M.A., Kaminsky L.A., Brubaker P.H., Strath S.J., Hargens T.A., Hanna L.E. Accuracy of Actigraph GT1M energy expenditure estimates of lifestyle activities. Med. Sci. Sports Exerc. 40:S202, 2008.

Rhodes P., Kaminsky L.A., Hargens T.A., Strath S.J. Ability of the IPAQ to correctly identify individuals not meeting current physical activity recommendations as defined by daily step counts. Med. Sci. Sports Exerc. 40:S200, 2008.

Kaminsky LA., Stevenson, T.G., Riggin, K. Hargens, T.A., Strath, S.J. Physical Activity Levels on Entry and Exit from an Early Outpatient Cardiac Rehabilitation Program Circulation (online). March, 2008.

Whaley, M.H., Kaminsky LA. Abnormal heart rate recovery in an asymptomatic, self-referred adult cohort. Med. Sci. Sports Exerc. 39:S240, 2007.

Nagelkirk, P.R., Pfeiffer, R.L., Harber, M.P., Kaminsky LA. Fibrinolytic responses to resistance training in women. Med. Sci. Sports Exerc. 39:S274, 2007.

Kaminsky LA., Brubaker, P.H., Moore, B., Kitzman, D.W. Estimating elderly diastolic heart failure patients’ functional capacity (VO2peak). Med. Sci. Sports Exerc. 39:S406, 2007.

Pfeiffer, R.L., Stevenson, T.G., Kaminsky LA., Nagelkirk, P.R. Ratings of perceived exertion and pain between two different strength training modalities. Med. Sci. Sports Exerc. 39:S485, 2007.

Kaminsky LA, Steigerwalt A, Schneider PS. Effect of waistband type on pedometer accuracy during brisk walking in normal and overweight adults. Med. Sci. Sports Exerc. 38:S557, 2006.

Schneider PS, Steigerwalt A, Kaminsky LA. Effect of waist wear on pedometer accuracy during slow walking in normal and overweight adults. Med. Sci. Sports Exerc. 38:S557, 2006.

Poster Sessions

Kaminsky LA, Steigerwalt A, Schneider PS. Effect of waistband type on pedometer accuracy during brisk walking in normal and overweight adults. American College of Sports Medicine, Annual Meeting. Denver June, 2006.

Schneider PS, Steigerwalt A, Kaminsky LA. Effect of waist wear on pedometer accuracy during slow walking in normal and overweight adults. American College of Sports Medicine, Annual Meeting. Denver June, 2006.

Chapters in Books

Kaminsky, L.A. Becoming Physically Fit.. In: W.A. Payne and D.B. Hahn, eds. Understanding your Health. (11th ed.), McGraw Hill, Boston, (in press).

Kaminsky, L.A. Enhancing your Cardiovascular Health. In: W.A. Payne and D.B. Hahn, eds. Understanding your Health. (111h ed.), McGraw Hill, Boston, (in press).

Kaminsky, L.A. Becoming Physically Fit. In: D.B. Hahn and W.A. Payne eds. Focus on Health. (10th ed.), McGraw Hill, Boston, (in press).

Kaminsky, L.A. Reducing your Risk of Cardiovascular Disease. In: D.B. Hahn and W.A. Payne eds. Focus on Health. (10th ed.), McGraw Hill, Boston, (in press).

Kaminsky, L.A. Becoming Physically Fit.. In: W.A. Payne and D.B. Hahn, eds. Understanding your Health. (10th ed.), McGraw Hill, Boston, 2008.

Kaminsky, L.A. Enhancing your Cardiovascular Health. In: W.A. Payne and D.B. Hahn, eds. Understanding your Health. (10th ed.), McGraw Hill, Boston, 2008.

Kaminsky, L.A. Becoming Physically Fit. In: D.B. Hahn and W.A. Payne eds. Focus on Health. (9th ed.), McGraw Hill, Boston, 2008.

Kaminsky, L.A. Reducing your Risk of Cardiovascular Disease. In: D.B. Hahn and W.A. Payne eds. Focus on Health. (9th ed.), McGraw Hill, Boston, 2008.

Kaminsky, L.A., "Becoming Physically Fit." In: W.A. Payne and D.B. Hahns, eds. Understanding your Health. (9th ed.), McGraw Hill, Boston, 2006.

Kaminsky, L.A. "Enhancing your Cardiovascular Health." In: W.A. Payne and D.B. Hahn, eds. Understanding your Health. (9th ed.), McGraw Hill, Boston, 2006.

Kaminsky, L.A. "Becoming Physically Fit." In: D.B. Hahn and W.A. Payne, eds. Focus on Health (8th ed.), McGraw Hill, Boston, 2006.

Kaminsky, L.A. "Reducing your Risk of Cardiovascular Disease." In: D.B. Hahn and W.A. Payne, eds. Focus on Health. (8th ed.), McGraw Hill, Boston, 2006.

Kaminsky L. & Dwyer, G. "Body Composition." I: Kaminsky, L.A, ed. ACSM's Resource Manual for Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription. (5th ed.) Lippincott, Williams, and Wilkins, 2005.

Books Editor

Kaminsky, L.A. (ed.) ACSM’s Health Related Physical Fitness Assessment Manual. (3rd ed), Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins, Baltimore, 2009.

American College of Sports Medicine: "ACSM's Resource Manual for Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription." (5th ed.) Lippincott, Williams, and Wilkins, 2005.