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Item type: Ítem , Access status: Acceso Abierto , Bailoterapia, factores motivacionales en usuarios de 20-50 años que asisten al parque Miraflores en la ciudad de Cuenca periodo 2025-2026(Universidad Católica de Cuenca., 2026) Quintana Moreira, Paulina Catalina; González, Nanci de la Nube; 0107356644This study aims to identify the motivational factors influencing the practice of dance fitness among women aged 20 to 50 who attend Miraflores Park in Cuenca during the 2025–2026. The study used a quantitative approach with a non-experimental, cross- sectional design and a descriptive scope. The population consisted of 100 female participants selected through non-probabilistic convenience sampling. Data were collected using the Motives for Physical Activities Measure–Revised (MPAM-R) questionnaire, which assesses five motivational dimensions: fitness/health, appearance, competence, social, and enjoyment. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS software version 25, including descriptive statistics, reliability coefficients, and correlation analysis. The results showed that motivation related to fitness/health had the highest mean score, followed by the enjoyment and competence dimensions, indicating that dance fitness practice is mainly oriented toward physical well-being, personal satisfaction, and self-improvement. In contrast, motivation associated with appearance and the social factor showed moderate and lower scores, respectively. Likewise, positive and significant correlations were identified among the motivational dimensions, highlighting the relationship between competence and enjoyment. It is concluded that dance fitness represents an effective alternative for promoting physical activity and healthy lifestyles in the adult population, and that strengthening the predominant motivational factors is essential to foster adherence and continuity in practice. Keywords: dance fitness, motivational factors, physical activity, holistic well-being.Item type: Ítem , Access status: Acceso Abierto , Relación entre la posición hioidea, la posición lingual y la dimensión de la vía aérea faríngea en pacientes con maloclusión esquelética clase II. Revisión bibliográfica(Universidad Católica de Cuenca., 2026) Sarmiento Carmona , Renata Yamilé; Cabrera Padrón, María Isabel; 0105249916Class II skeletal malocclusion can be characterized by increased sagittal maxillary growth and/or micrognathia or mandibular retrusion combined with myofunctional alterations that can modify tongue posture, hyoid bone position, and pharyngeal airway caliber. These structures maintain a functional relationship that influences craniocervical facial balance and respiratory permeability. The objective of this review was to synthesize recent evidence (2020–2025) on the association between resting tongue posture, hyoid position, and airway dimensions in subjects with skeletal Class II malocclusion. A search was conducted on websites such as Scopus, PubMed, and Google Scholar under PRISMA 2020 criteria, selecting 25 studies. Most of the articles analyzed report that Class II patients have a more posterior and inferior hyoid position, low or retracted tongue posture, and a significant reduction in oropharyngeal space. According to reports, these alterations are mainly associated with mandibular retrusion and mouth breathing patterns. Three-dimensional studies confirm that Class II shows lower pharyngeal volumes, while cephalometric analyses reveal correlations between tongue position and airway dimensions. It is concluded that the tongue-hyoid-airway triad shows consistent modifications in Class II, although there is methodological variability between studies. These findings underscore the need for comprehensive evaluations that include functional and volumetric parameters to improve clinical decision-making.Item type: Ítem , Access status: Acceso Abierto , Beneficios del entrenamiento pliométrico sobre la potencia en futbolistas adolescentes: revisión bibliográfica(Universidad Católica de Cuenca., 2026) Espinoza Calle, Ronaldo Josué; Guillén Campoverde, Leonardo Fabián; 0302617022Plyometric training is an effective method for developing muscular power in soccer, especially in actions that require strength and speed, such as jumping and changes of direction. This study aimed to analyze the benefits of plyometric training on power in adolescent soccer players, considering the specific physiological and neuromuscular characteristics of this developmental stage. The research was conducted using a qualitative approach with a descriptive scope, through a literature review of scientific studies published from 2018 to the present. Twelve relevant studies were selected, including scientific articles, systematic reviews, and theses, obtained from various academic databases. The results show that plyometric training leads to significant improvements in lower-limb power, vertical jump, and explosive strength in adolescent soccer players, provided that its implementation is progressive, planned, and technically supervised. Furthermore, it has been identified that the effectiveness of this type of training depends on biological development, training level, and the correct dosage of the load. In conclusion, plyometric training represents a valid and safe strategy for enhancing physical performance in adolescent soccer players when it is adjusted to the demands of soccer at the formative stage. Keywords: training, plyometric, power, soccer players, adolescentsItem type: Ítem , Access status: Acceso Abierto , Factores motivacionales hacia la práctica de actividad física en adultos del gimnasio Panda GYM 2025-2026(Universidad Católica de Cuenca., 2026) Moscoso Zamora, Daniel Andrés; Navas Jarrin, Santiago Alejandro; 0302895289Body image and the pursuit of overall well-being motivate many adults to join gyms, although aesthetic goals are often prioritized over health benefits. This study examined the motivational factors for physical activity among users of the Panda Gym in Cuenca, using the Motives for Physical Activity Measure-Revised (M-PAM-R) questionnaire. A quantitative, cross-sectional, and correlational approach was used, with a convenience sample of 92 participants (50 men and 42 women). The results showed that enjoyment and fitness/health are the most predominant factors, followed by competition and appearance, with social motives being the least relevant. This leads to the conclusion that motivation within this group is mostly intrinsic, which reinforces the theory of self-determination and leads to longer-term adherence. This analysis helps to propose strategies for developing gym-based programs, emphasizing enjoyment and comprehensive health benefits over aesthetic or social perspectives, thereby contributing to more effective strategies in urban physical activity contexts. Keywords: motivation, physical exercise, gym, adultsItem type: Ítem , Access status: Acceso Abierto , Influencia de los medios digitales en los hábitos de ejercicio de estudiantes de la carrera de ciberseguridad del Instituto Superior Tecnológico “Alquimia” 2025-2026(Universidad Católica de Cuenca., 2026) Carrera Brito, Víctor Manuel; Sánchez Encalada, Edgar David; 0350215505This study analyzes the influence of problematic digital media use on the physical activity habits of cybersecurity students at the “Alquimia” Higher Technological Institute during the 2025–2026 academic year. The increase in internet and mobile phone use among university students is associated with sedentary behaviors that affect physical and emotional well-being. The research was followed a quantitative approach, with a non-experimental design and correlational scope, using the short version of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) and the Problematic Use of New Technologies Questionnaire (UPNT, by its Spanish acronym). The results reveal an inverse relationship between problematic internet and mobile phone use and vigorous physical activity, as well as weekly energy expenditure, and a positive relationship with sedentary time. Although some students demonstrated moderate to high levels of physical activity, the daily average of 240 minutes spent in a sedentary position represents concerning habits. The findings are consistent with national and international studies on the impact of excessive screen use on unhealthy lifestyles. In conclusion, it is important to promote institutional strategies to encourage physical activity and a balanced use of digital technology in order to improve students’ overall well-being. Keywords: physical activity, digital media, sedentary lifestyle, university students
