HEPRU - Human and Environmental Physiology Research Unit

Although summer is officially over, heat stress still poses a health risk during physical activity, even in temperate conditions. Fortunately, uOttawa researchers continue to develop strategies to keep us safe when the heat is on. Our recent work has demonstrated that older adults, especially those with diabetes, have a reduced ability to keep cool, although this impairment can be offset with exercise-training.

To find out more and get some tips on exercise and beating the heat, you can visit: www.hepru.ca. Or you can volunteer to participate in a study. We are looking for people with and without chronic health conditions to participate. All eligible participants receive a free fitness evaluation (~$650 value). For details see the flyer below or email us at: [email protected].

Are you interested in learning how your children may be affected by hot temperatures? We are currently investigating how preadolescent children respond to rest and exercise in the heat. We are seeking children between the ages of 10-14 years to participate in our study.

For more information or if your child may be interested in participating, please visit our website at the following link:
https://hepru.ca/volunteer

Afin d’outiller les aînés du milieu, une conférence sur les bons réflexes à avoir lors de périodes de canicules sera offerte gratuitement par le Dr. Martin Poirier, le mercredi, 26 juillet à 13h30. Elle s’adressera aux diabétiques mais aussi aux aînés en général, de cette façon tout le monde sera prêt à faire face aux chaleurs de l’été !

L’activité se déroulera dans la salle d’activités du Centre Action Générations des Aînés, au 390 avenue de Buckingham, au sous-sol.

Au plaisir de vous voir en grand nombre!

Seniors needed to help researchers investigate climate change! For more information, you can call 613-562-5800, ext. 4270 or email us at [email protected].

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ARE YOU 35 TO 45 YEARS OF AGE? WOULD YOU LIKE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT YOUR PHYSICAL FITNESS? Researchers at the University of Ottawa are currently seeking volunteers to participate in studies assessing how the body responds to heat during exercise. Every qualifying participants receives a free aerobic fitness assessment (VO2max) and body composition analysis (valued at $650)!

For more information, please give us a call at 613-562-5800 ext. 4270 or email us at [email protected].

HEPRU - Human and Environmental Physiology Research Unit updated their business hours.

Do you want to learn more about your health and fitness?

Researchers at HEPRU at the University of Ottawa are currently seeking volunteers to participate in studies assessing how the body responds to heat at rest and during exercise. We are seeking to understand how different factors such as a person’s s*x, age, state of health, fitness, hydration status, acclimatization state and others can affect an individual’s tolerance to heat.

This information will inform new guidelines and heat protection strategies to safeguard health during exposure to heat.

Please contact us at [email protected] or 613-562-5800, ext.4270 for more information.

Make sure to check our our new website for more information on our latest research - www.hepru.ca.

Check out our new website at www.hepru.ca for more information regarding our research and volunteer opportunities!

Testing the Limits of Human Performance HEPRU conducts comprehensive research dedicated to understanding how humans perform in adverse environments. Using the world's only whole-body direct calorimeter (a device used to precisely measure the heat emitted by the human body), HEPRU has the unique ability to examine the effects of changing....

Soyez-y le 12 novembre! Be there on November 12!

Check out our new paper in Experimental Physiology - Fitness-related differences in whole-body heat loss are heat load dependent!

http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1113/EP086637/full

Fitness‐related differences in the rate of whole‐body evaporative heat loss in exercising men are heat‐load dependent The effect of aerobic fitness (defined as rate of peak oxygen consumption) on heat loss during exercise is thought to be related to the level of heat stress. However, it remains unclear at what combined...

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A new study published in Applied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism by researchers from the Universities of Ottawa, Calgary, Sherbrooke, and Thessaly in Greece. Lead author Ryan McGinn explains how older adults are at higher risk for heat stress. Please follow the link to read!

Another System Troubled by Age New study finds that getting older is a significant risk factor for heat stress when exercising

Aging and diabetes can affect your ability to perform physical activity.

Did you know that performing any kind of work or exercise causes the body to heat up quickly? This heat is lost mainly by evaporating sweat from the skin, which keeps the body cool. However, when the body is unable to sweat enough to keep cool, fatigue can develop, which can quickly lead to heat-related illnesses. As we age, our body’s ability to lose heat is reduced and the effect is more pronounced in individuals with diabetes. When combined with the age-related reductions in physical capacity, older adults and individuals with diabetes can experience greater fatigue when performing exercise or work, especially in the heat.

If you want to learn about your physical fitness and are interested in helping researchers at the University of Ottawa study the effects of exercise-induced heat stress in older adults and individuals with diabetes, give us a call at 613-562-5800 ext. 4270 or email us at [email protected]. Qualifying participants receive a free fitness assessment.

Skip to 3 min to learn about HEPRU research! Stay hydrated Ottawa!

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Are you interested in your fitness? Your maximal aerobic fitness?
Your body fat percentage?

If you volunteer with HEPRU, you can get this and more from certified exercise physiologists for FREE.

We are looking for individuals of all ages, of all backgrounds, and of all fitness (untrained and trained). We are also seeking diabetic and chronic hypertensive individuals to participate in our ongoing studies. If you think you might be interested or would like more information, give us a shout at [email protected] (613-562-5800, ext.4270).

WANTED: Participants for Exercise Studies

The Human and Environmental Physiology Research Unit (University of Ottawa) is looking for individuals of all ages who are interested in participating in exercise studies and learning more about their body. At this time, we are especially interested in recruiting individuals over the age of 50 years, or individuals with type I or type II diabetes, however anyone is welcome to participate.

Each study will consist of one preliminary session and one experimental session. The preliminary session will include a VO2max test (gold standard in assessing aerobic fitness) and a
body composition analysis (hydrostatic weighing technique). For anyone over the age of 50, a cardiac stress test (ECG) will also be performed by a qualified technician during the preliminary session. These results will be provided to you free of charge upon completion of the experimental session.

The details of the experimental session will depend on your personal characteristics but will likely consist of light-moderate intensity exercise performed in a warm environment. Exact details of the experimental session will be provided to you before your participation in the study.

If interested please call 613-562-5800 (ext. 4270) or email [email protected]. Please include the following information:

-Name

-S*x

-Age

-Contact Information (telephone # and email if possible)

-Do you have Type I or Type II diabetes? (if so please specify)

Please Note: Monetary compensation may be available. Details will be discussed prior to your participation.

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World’s only calorimeter on campus gauges how hot the human body can get | uOttawa Gazette –... World’s only calorimeter on campus gauges how hot the human body can get Posted on Wednesday February 12th, 2014 by Mike Foster, under: Article, Faculty of Health Sciences, Health Promotion, Professors, Research, School of Human Kinetics. Tagged with: Faculty of Health Sciences, Research. Recent res…

http://ottawa.ctvnews.ca/weights-and-aerobics-combo-is-key-to-helping-obese-kids-lose-weight-ottawa-study-1.2019014

Weights and aerobics combo is key to helping obese kids lose weight; Ottawa study An Ottawa-based study says the key to helping obese kids lose weight is through a combination of weight training, aerobics and healthy eating.

A big congrats to one of this year's ACSM EOPIG student award winners Martin Poirer (MSc) a current PhD student in the HEPRU lab!

The Human and Environmental Physiology Research Unit is currently seeking older individuals (aged 45 to 75 years) and individuals with type 2 and type 1 diabetes to participate in some on-going studies (both resting and exercise studies). Participants will receive financial compensation for their time. In addition to financial compensation they would receive a free fitness assessment with Dr. Pierre Boulay and body composition analysis. Also, I would be more then happy to provide them with guidance on exercise training following their participation.

If you know anyone who might be interested in participating, or would like more info on the studies that we are conducting, please contact myself, Martin Poirier at [email protected] or at 613-562-5800 ext. 4270.

My name is Naoto Fujii, and I am a postdoctoral researcher working with Dr. Glen Kenny.

I am looking for young and old volunteers for my study.
Please see the attached file which shows detail information.
If you would like to participate in my study, or have question, please contact me:

[email protected]

I really appreciate your great help.

Naoto

HEPRU is now a community partner with the Centre for Global and Community Engagment where students can gain research experience by volunteering as a participant. A great way to see how exercise physiology research is conducted first hand while collecting those valuable volunteer hours.

With the start of a new school year comes new oppurtunities, and a chance to try something new. Give the HEPRU team a shout and volunteer as a participant to take part in hot topic research.

A newscast from this past summer's heat wave and methods used to help prevent heat stress.

Cooling off in the heat The CBC's Ron Charles looks at a way to keep cool and hydrated in the midst of sweltering temperatures in Ontario and Quebec.

Hey all,

We are currently recruiting volunteers for various studies in our lab. If you think you may be interested send us a message! Volunteering in our lab is a great way to see how exercise physiology research is conducted, a great way to gain research experience and a great way to bring up those volunteer hours!

When exercising or playing sports in the heat, our body will increase sweat output in an attempt to maintain heat balance. As a result, we may become dehydrated if we forget to replace the fluids and electrolytes we lose due to sweating. To prevent dehydration, drink more fluids then usual and don't wait until your thirsty. A sport drink is a great way to stay hydrated and stay playing at your best.

Tip of the week! When its hot and humid outside, slow down and avoid strenuous activity. Increased metabolic activity and inability to promote heat loss in hot humid conditions will raise your body's core temperature. Instead, plan your exercise bouts during the coolest part of the day -- the morning!