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Kate L. Pumpa
Researcher at University of Canberra
Publications - 68
Citations - 2169
Kate L. Pumpa is an academic researcher from University of Canberra. The author has contributed to research in topics: Medicine & Athletes. The author has an hindex of 18, co-authored 62 publications receiving 1423 citations. Previous affiliations of Kate L. Pumpa include University of Western Sydney & Australian Institute of Sport.
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Exercise interventions for cognitive function in adults older than 50: a systematic review with meta-analysis
TL;DR: Clinicians are provided with evidence to recommend that patients obtain both aerobic and resistance exercise of at least moderate intensity on as many days of the week as feasible, in line with current exercise guidelines, to improve cognitive function.
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Determinants of adherence to lifestyle intervention in adults with obesity: a systematic review
TL;DR: Barriers to behaviour change need to be addressed early in treatment, with lifestyle intervention individualized accordingly, and predictors of adherence to lifestyle intervention programmes in adults with obesity should be taken into careful consideration.
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Is it safe and efficacious for women with lymphedema secondary to breast cancer to lift heavy weights during exercise: a randomised controlled trial
Prue Cormie,Kate L. Pumpa,Daniel A. Galvão,Elizabeth Turner,Nigel Spry,Nigel Spry,Nigel Spry,Christobel Saunders,Christobel Saunders,Yvonne Zissiadis,Robert U. Newton +10 more
TL;DR: Women with BCRL can safely lift heavy weights during upper body resistance exercise without fear of lymphedema exacerbation or increased symptom severity, and change in quality of life–physical function was significantly associated with the change in symptom severity and muscle strength.
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Behavioural treatment strategies improve adherence to lifestyle intervention programmes in adults with obesity: a systematic review and meta-analysis
TL;DR: Evidence is provided that behavioural treatment strategies improve adherence to lifestyle intervention programmes in adults with obesity and these strategies should be routinely incorporated into lifestyle intervention, obesity management and weight loss programmes with the aim of improving engagement and adherence.
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The acceleration and deceleration profiles of elite female soccer players during competitive matches
TL;DR: The results of this study can be used to design match-specific acceleration and deceleration drills to enhance change of speed ability.