Martin Kopp
Biographic Data
| ID | 1353327 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Martin Kopp |
| GIVEN NAMES | Martin |
| FAMILY NAME | Kopp |
| SIGNATURE | KOPP M |
| AFFILIATIONS | Universität Innsbruck |
| ORCID | 0000-0002-6907-7300 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 36 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 11 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 36 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2013 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 2 |
Acute Effect of a Physical Education Lesson on Attention in a Population of Adolescents
Lack of exercise among youth contributes to the deterioration of their attentional skills. The purpose of this study was to examine acute changes in attention during physical education (PE) lessons in adolescents aged 14–19 years. A total of 51 students (average age 16.45 ± 1.53 years) performed a “Navon task” before and after a PE lesson. Students’ physical activity (PA) during PE was recorded with accelerometers. A significant relationship was …
Decision-making, affective states, and self–efficacy of students in the high–stress situation of a 192 m bungee jump – a randomised crossover trial
Decision-making involves rational and affective pathways, with high-stress potentially altering decision - making and affective states, alongside affecting behavioural variables. This study aims to analyze decision-making, affective states, and variables related to behaviour in a real-life high-stress scenario (bungee - jumping).Using a within-subject crossover-design, 19 participants (47% female, aged 23.0 ± 2.1 years) completed a 192 m bungee-j…
One fit(spiration) for all? Gender differences in body satisfaction
Smoking cessation and exercise
Introduction: Several smoking cessation methods are available, but the approaches were originally developed for the general population and are often applied to people with mental health problems. To address the needs of smokers with and without mental health problems for an exercise-assisted smoking cessation program, it seems necessary to know more about potentially different perspectives on what prevents them from quitting, how to increase moti…
Sport specialization and burnout symptoms among adolescent athletes
Specializing in a single sport may contribute to athlete burnout. The aim of this study was to compare adolescents who specialized in a sport and those without specialization in terms of athlete burnout. Furthermore, potential gender differences and the association between burnout and well-being were investigated. Using a cross-sectional survey, 169 adolescent athletes (Mage = 16.29 years) were asked about sport specialization, athlete burnout sy…
Age- and sex-dependent associations between self-reported physical activity levels and self-reported cardiovascular risk factors
Exceeding minimal WHO recommendations for PA promises large beneficial effects, particularly on the prevalence of obesity and T2D. Demonstrated sex differences in PA levels and their association with cardiovascular risk factors may provide an important basis for preventive health counseling
Fitspiration—Inspiration or threat for adolescent girls? A qualitative investigation on fitness‐related social media content and physical education
Several quantitative studies have shown a negative relationship between fitspiration content (appearance‐idealized pictures related to a fit and healthy lifestyle) in social media and mental health. The current study aimed to gain a deeper understanding of fitspiration users by qualitatively assessing their perception of fitspiration content and how it affects their health‐related behaviour and well‐being. A further research question was whether …
Physical Activity Behavior During and After Covid-19 Stay-at-Home Orders—A Longitudinal Study in the Austrian, German, and Italian Alps
Background: In Alpine regions, which are very similar due to their topographical location and their wide-ranging sports offerings, the restrictions on sports activities during the COVID-19 pandemic differed in type and level: while in some regions (Tyrol, South Tyrol, Trentino), all sports activities were forbidden except for walking near the home, in other regions (Upper Bavaria, Vorarlberg), people were allowed to go hiking and running during t…
Intention to Engage in Mountain Sport During the Summer Season in Climate Change Affected Environments
Natural environments can make it easier to engage in regular physical activity, including mountain sport activities. However, global warming is expected to change natural environments, especially in mountainous regions with potential impacts on physical activity behavior. While there is some evidence of a reduced intention to engage in winter sport in climate change affected environments, little is known on the impact of climate change in mountai…
Self-Presentation and Social Media Usage
Social media sites are rich communication and marketing tools used by athletes to promote their “brand” and interact with fans. Indeed, the proliferation of social media has led to athletes promoting themselves across multiple platforms. This study examined how the world’s top 10 professional alpine skiing athletes used social media to present themselves and engage with fans during the 2017–18 World Cup and 2018 Winter Olympic Games. The data for…
Affective Responses to Both Climbing and Nordic Walking Exercise Are Associated With Intermediate-Term Increases in Physical Activity in Patients With Anxiety and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder - A Ran…
https://www.clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT03758599, identifier: NCT03758599
A Comparison of Acute Effects of Climbing Therapy with Nordic Walking for Inpatient Adults with Mental Health Disorder
As climbing therapy is increasingly used for mental health disorders, the present study aimed to compare acute effects of a therapeutic climbing intervention (CT) on affective responses, anxiety, and self-efficacy with those of Nordic walking (NW) and a sedentary control condition (SC) in an inpatient setting with persons with depression, anxiety, or obsessive−compulsive disorders. A total of 21 inpatients (32 ± 12.2 years) participated in a clin…
Effects of a Two-Step Cognitive and Relaxation Training Program in Care Home Residents with Mild Cognitive Impairment
The aim of the present study was to assess the impact of a relaxation training program (RT), a cognitive training program (CT), and the combination of both on changes in cognitive status, emotional status, and experience of pain in older adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). Fifty care home residents underwent either RT (26 participants) or CT (24 participants) in the first training period, followed by the combined relaxation and cognitive…
Climbing as an Add-On Treatment Option for Patients with Severe Anxiety Disorders and PTSD
Participation in the climbing group as well as in Nordic walking and social contact groups demonstrated beneficial results in patients with anxiety disorders and PTSD with severe mental burden. Nevertheless, climbing did not show any additional clinically relevant benefits compared to Nordic walking or social contact. Studies with larger sample sizes and qualitative insights are needed to further evaluate the possible benefits of climbing in this…
Risk Factors for Accidents and Close Calls in Junior Freeriders, Adolescent Alpine Skiers and Adult Freeriders—A Comparison
Understanding factors associated with risk-taking behavior, accidents and close calls could enhance prevention strategies and thus contribute to preventing serious injury or death in the long term. The following study aims to assess these factors in junior freeride athletes in comparison with competitive alpine skiers of similar age and adult freeriders. A cross-sectional questionnaire design was used to assess risk-related variables and potentia…
Overcoming Gender Barriers in Sports—An Opportunity of Adventure/High Risk Sports
Adventure/high risk sports (AHRS) were developed in a different social context and are usually not separated by sex which might lead to differences in gender-related experiences. This study qualitatively compared 10 female traditional sport participants (soccer players) with 10 female AHRS participants (trad climbers [TC]) regarding their experience of possible gender-related advantages and disadvantages in their sports. The TC climbed with more …
Multiple Motives for Adventure Sport Revisited
Staying Active under Restrictions
The COVID-19 pandemic and the associated governmental restrictions suddenly changed everyday life and potentially affected exercise behavior. The aim of this study was to explore whether individuals changed their preference for certain types of physical exercise during the pandemic and to identify risk factors for inactivity. An international online survey with 13,881 adult participants from 18 countries/regions was conducted during the initial C…
Expert Views on Therapeutic Climbing—A Multi-Perspective, Qualitative Study
Therapeutic climbing (TC) is regularly used as an add-on treatment option for a variety of disorders. However, evidence on the assessment of professionals deciding on the treatment options or assessing the appropriateness of treatment options is lacking. Therefore, the aim of the present study was to assess the potential of TC as an exercise intervention from different expert perspectives. The study was designed as a qualitative, problem-centered…
Acute Effects of a Single Bout of Walking on Affective Responses in Patients with Major Depressive Disorder
Exercise programs are considered an effective (add-on) treatment option for depressive disorders. However, little is known about the acute effects of exercise on affective responses in in-patient settings. Therefore, the aim of the present study was to compare the effects of a single 30-min bout of walking on affective responses to a passive control condition in patients with major depressive disorder during treatment in a mental health center. I…
Intention to Engage in Winter Sport in Climate Change Affected Environments
Exercise, including winter sport activities, shows positive effects on physical and mental health, with additional benefits when participating in natural environments. Winter sport activities are particularly vulnerable to climate change, since global warming will decrease the duration and amount of snow. In the context of climate change in alpine environments, little is known on the determinants of winter sport behavior. Thus, the following stud…
L’imagerie biblique de la croissance
Dans les sociétés occidentales modernes, la croissance économique n’est plus une simple donnée statistique ; elle est signification, qui porte une vision du monde et de la vie, donne sens à notre action, oriente et juge nos entreprises. Nous œuvrons à une croissance illimitée de l’argent, des productions et des consommations, considérant qu’elle véhicule un bien-être toujours accru et du Bien. Comment se situer, comme chrétiens, face à ce croire …
Psychological Variables Related to Developmental Changes during Adolescence—A Comparison between Alpine and Non-Alpine Sport Participants
Alpine sport is a popular form of exercise and provides several skills that are potentially relevant for positive development during adolescence. However, empirical data on differences between alpine and non-alpine sport participants in variables related to developmental changes are lacking. Therefore, the primary aim of the present study was to analyze differences in self-esteem and additional variables between adolescent alpine and non-alpine s…
Acute Effects of a Short Bout of Physical Activity on Cognitive Function in Sport Students
Physical activity is a promising intervention to restore cognitive function after prolonged sedentary periods. However, little is known about the effect of short physical activity bouts on cognition especially among individuals that are used to physical activity. Therefore, the goal of the present study was to assess the impact of a single ten-minute physical activity bout on the cognitive domain of visual attention compared to sedentary behavior…
Et que durent tes aventures
Multiple Motives for Adventure Sport Revisited
Overcoming Gender Barriers in Sports—An Opportunity of Adventure/High Risk Sports
Adventure/high risk sports (AHRS) were developed in a different social context and are usually not separated by sex which might lead to differences in gender-related experiences. This study qualitatively compared 10 female traditional sport participants (soccer players) with 10 female AHRS participants (trad climbers [TC]) regarding their experience of possible gender-related advantages and disadvantages in their sports. The TC climbed with more …
Approach and Avoidance Motivations Predict Psychological Well-Being and Affectivity of Volunteers at the Innsbruck 2008 Winter Special Olympics
The present study aimed to explore underlying motivational factors of volunteerism at a special sporting event for persons with intellectual disabilities. The volunteer survey ( n = 252) assessed sociodemographic characteristics, motives, satisfaction with life, psychological well-being, and affectivity of mainly intrinsically motivated volunteers versus traineeship attendees, doing a compulsory traineeship on occasion of the Innsbruck 2008 Winte…
Life-style characteristics and cardiovascular risk factors in regular downhill skiers
Long-term alpine skiing on a regular basis may contribute to healthy aging by its association with a healthier life style
Estimating Students’ Satisfaction with Web Based Learning System in Blended Learning Environment
Blended learning became the most popular educational model that universities apply for teaching and learning. This model combines online and face-to-face learning environments, in order to enhance learning with implementation of new web technologies and tools in learning process. In this paper principles of DeLone and Mclean success model for information system are applied to Kano two-dimensional model, for categorizing quality attributes related…
Approach and Avoidance Motivations Predict Psychological Well-Being and Affectivity of Volunteers at the Innsbruck 2008 Winter Special Olympics
The present study aimed to explore underlying motivational factors of volunteerism at a special sporting event for persons with intellectual disabilities. The volunteer survey ( n = 252) assessed sociodemographic characteristics, motives, satisfaction with life, psychological well-being, and affectivity of mainly intrinsically motivated volunteers versus traineeship attendees, doing a compulsory traineeship on occasion of the Innsbruck 2008 Winte…
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Décroissant parce que chrétien
A Randomized Crossover Trial on Acute Stress-Related Physiological Responses to Mountain Hiking
Green exercise, defined as physical activity in natural environments, might have positive effects on stress-related physiological measures. Little is known about the acute effects of green exercise bouts lasting longer than 60 min. Therefore, the aim of the present study was to analyze the acute effects of a three-hour green exercise intervention (mountain hiking) on stress-related physiological responses. Using a randomized crossover design, 42 …
L'engagement des Églises dans la cause du climat
L'engagement des Églises chrétiennes dans l'action écologique est apparu clairement autour de la COP 21, mais des initiatives, en particulier dans le monde protestant, avaient été prises auparavant. Le « jeûne pour le climat » en est un exemple. Il rassemble d'ailleurs au-delà du monde chrétien. C'est l'occasion de réfléchir sur la notion de « limite » et de s'interroger sur ce que signifie la « croissance » en perspective chrétienne
Effects of Visual and Auditory Perturbations on Ski-Specific Balance among Males and Females—A Randomized Crossover Trial
Injuries in skiing show sex-specific differences, especially when visual perception is reduced. Reduced visual perception impairs balance, which plays an important role in avoiding skiing injuries. However, males and females might cope differently with reduced visual perception. Thus, the aim of this study was to evaluate sex-related effects of environmental perturbations (reduced visual perception and listening to music) on ski-specific balance.…
Injury-Related Behavioral Variables in Alpine Skiers, Snowboarders, and Ski Tourers—A Matched and Enlarged Re-Analysis
Behavioral variables might play an important role in explaining the differences in injury rates across winter sport disciplines and injury prevention programs might be more specifically designed based on this knowledge. On ski slopes, alpine skiing, snowboarding, and ski touring are the predominant winter sport disciplines. Therefore, the aim of the present study was to investigate possible differences in injury-related behavioral variables betwe…
The Role of Anthropogenic Elements in the Environment for Affective States and Cortisol Concentration in Mountain Hiking—A Crossover Trial
Green exercise might have positive effects on health and affective states. Little is known about the ideal characteristics of the natural environment, where exercise is conducted in. Thus, the primary aim of the present study was to investigate the effects of anthropogenic elements on acute stress-related physiological responses and affective states in green exercise. Using a crossover field study design, 52 healthy participants were exposed to t…
Association between Club Sports Participation and Physical Fitness across 6- to 14-Year-Old Austrian Youth
Changes in social and built environments most likely contribute to a decline in physical activity (PA) and physical fitness in children and adolescents. Organized sports may be an important component in ensuring adequate fitness, which is an important aspect in general health and well-being. The present study examines differences by club sports participation in cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength, power, speed, agility, flexibility and…
Intention to Engage in Winter Sport in Climate Change Affected Environments
Exercise, including winter sport activities, shows positive effects on physical and mental health, with additional benefits when participating in natural environments. Winter sport activities are particularly vulnerable to climate change, since global warming will decrease the duration and amount of snow. In the context of climate change in alpine environments, little is known on the determinants of winter sport behavior. Thus, the following stud…
L’imagerie biblique de la croissance
Dans les sociétés occidentales modernes, la croissance économique n’est plus une simple donnée statistique ; elle est signification, qui porte une vision du monde et de la vie, donne sens à notre action, oriente et juge nos entreprises. Nous œuvrons à une croissance illimitée de l’argent, des productions et des consommations, considérant qu’elle véhicule un bien-être toujours accru et du Bien. Comment se situer, comme chrétiens, face à ce croire …
Psychological Variables Related to Developmental Changes during Adolescence—A Comparison between Alpine and Non-Alpine Sport Participants
Alpine sport is a popular form of exercise and provides several skills that are potentially relevant for positive development during adolescence. However, empirical data on differences between alpine and non-alpine sport participants in variables related to developmental changes are lacking. Therefore, the primary aim of the present study was to analyze differences in self-esteem and additional variables between adolescent alpine and non-alpine s…
Acute Effects of a Short Bout of Physical Activity on Cognitive Function in Sport Students
Physical activity is a promising intervention to restore cognitive function after prolonged sedentary periods. However, little is known about the effect of short physical activity bouts on cognition especially among individuals that are used to physical activity. Therefore, the goal of the present study was to assess the impact of a single ten-minute physical activity bout on the cognitive domain of visual attention compared to sedentary behavior…
Et que durent tes aventures
Staying Active under Restrictions
The COVID-19 pandemic and the associated governmental restrictions suddenly changed everyday life and potentially affected exercise behavior. The aim of this study was to explore whether individuals changed their preference for certain types of physical exercise during the pandemic and to identify risk factors for inactivity. An international online survey with 13,881 adult participants from 18 countries/regions was conducted during the initial C…
Expert Views on Therapeutic Climbing—A Multi-Perspective, Qualitative Study
Therapeutic climbing (TC) is regularly used as an add-on treatment option for a variety of disorders. However, evidence on the assessment of professionals deciding on the treatment options or assessing the appropriateness of treatment options is lacking. Therefore, the aim of the present study was to assess the potential of TC as an exercise intervention from different expert perspectives. The study was designed as a qualitative, problem-centered…
Acute Effects of a Single Bout of Walking on Affective Responses in Patients with Major Depressive Disorder
Exercise programs are considered an effective (add-on) treatment option for depressive disorders. However, little is known about the acute effects of exercise on affective responses in in-patient settings. Therefore, the aim of the present study was to compare the effects of a single 30-min bout of walking on affective responses to a passive control condition in patients with major depressive disorder during treatment in a mental health center. I…
Physical Activity Behavior During and After Covid-19 Stay-at-Home Orders—A Longitudinal Study in the Austrian, German, and Italian Alps
Background: In Alpine regions, which are very similar due to their topographical location and their wide-ranging sports offerings, the restrictions on sports activities during the COVID-19 pandemic differed in type and level: while in some regions (Tyrol, South Tyrol, Trentino), all sports activities were forbidden except for walking near the home, in other regions (Upper Bavaria, Vorarlberg), people were allowed to go hiking and running during t…
Intention to Engage in Mountain Sport During the Summer Season in Climate Change Affected Environments
Natural environments can make it easier to engage in regular physical activity, including mountain sport activities. However, global warming is expected to change natural environments, especially in mountainous regions with potential impacts on physical activity behavior. While there is some evidence of a reduced intention to engage in winter sport in climate change affected environments, little is known on the impact of climate change in mountai…
Self-Presentation and Social Media Usage
Social media sites are rich communication and marketing tools used by athletes to promote their “brand” and interact with fans. Indeed, the proliferation of social media has led to athletes promoting themselves across multiple platforms. This study examined how the world’s top 10 professional alpine skiing athletes used social media to present themselves and engage with fans during the 2017–18 World Cup and 2018 Winter Olympic Games. The data for…
Affective Responses to Both Climbing and Nordic Walking Exercise Are Associated With Intermediate-Term Increases in Physical Activity in Patients With Anxiety and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder - A Ran…
https://www.clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT03758599, identifier: NCT03758599
A Comparison of Acute Effects of Climbing Therapy with Nordic Walking for Inpatient Adults with Mental Health Disorder
As climbing therapy is increasingly used for mental health disorders, the present study aimed to compare acute effects of a therapeutic climbing intervention (CT) on affective responses, anxiety, and self-efficacy with those of Nordic walking (NW) and a sedentary control condition (SC) in an inpatient setting with persons with depression, anxiety, or obsessive−compulsive disorders. A total of 21 inpatients (32 ± 12.2 years) participated in a clin…
Effects of a Two-Step Cognitive and Relaxation Training Program in Care Home Residents with Mild Cognitive Impairment
The aim of the present study was to assess the impact of a relaxation training program (RT), a cognitive training program (CT), and the combination of both on changes in cognitive status, emotional status, and experience of pain in older adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). Fifty care home residents underwent either RT (26 participants) or CT (24 participants) in the first training period, followed by the combined relaxation and cognitive…
Medicine (23 works) · Psychology (23 works) · Physical therapy (13 works) · Adventure Sports and Sensation Seeking (9 works) · Clinical Psychology (9 works) · Computer Science (9 works) · Clinical Psychology (8 works) · Demography (7 works) · Physical Activity and Health (7 works) · Psychiatry (7 works)