Dr. Karen A.Croteau

Department of Exercise, Health, and Sport Sciences
216 Costello Complex, Gorham, ME 04079
(207)780-4653 (office)
(207)780-4745 (fax)
kcroteau@usm.maine.edu

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Publications

Croteau, K.A., Schofield, G., Suresh, V. & Towle, G. (In review). Pedometer-determined physical activity levels of western Kenyan youth. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise.

Farmer, B., & Croteau, K.A. (In review). Stepping it up: Experiences of participants using pedometers to increase physical activity. Qualitative Health Research.

Richeson, N.R., & Croteau, K. (In review). Pedometer walking program for older adults with early-stage dementia. Activity Directors Quarterly.

Jones, D.B., Richeson, N.R., Croteau, K.A., & Farmer, B.C. (In press). Focus groups to explore the perceptions of older adults on a pedometer-based intervention program. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport.

Croteau, K.A. (In press). Physical Fitness. In Toy, B.J., Healy, P. (Ed.), Primary care for sports and fitness: a lifespan approach. Philadelphia, PA: F.A. Davis.

Tudor-Locke, C. Bassett, Jr., D.R., Rutherford, W.J., Ainsworth, B.E., Chan, C.B., Croteau, K., Giles-Corti, B., Le Masurier, G., Moreau, K., Mrozek, J., Oppert , J.-M., Raustorp, A., Strath, S.J., Thompson, D., Whitt, M., Wilde, B. & Wojcik, J.R. (2008). BMI-referenced cut-points for recommended pedometer-determined steps/day in adults. Journal of Physical Activity and Health, 5, Supp 1:S126-S139.

Croteau, K.A., Richeson, N.R., Farmer, B.C., Jones, D.B., Sterling, K. (2007). Effects of a pedometer-based intervention on physical activity of community-dwelling older adults. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 78(5):401-406.

Richeson, N.R., Croteau, K.A., Farmer, B.C., & Jones, D.B. (2006). Effects of a pedometer-based intervention on the physical performance and mobility-related self-efficacy of community-dwelling older adults: An interdisciplinary health-prevention intervention. Therapeutic Recreation Journal, 40(1), 18-32..

Farmer, B.C., Croteau, K.A., Richeson, N.R., & Jones, D.B. (2006). Using pedometers as an evidence-based strategy to increase the daily steps of older adults with chronic illness: From research to practice. Home Healthcare Nurse, 24, 7:2-10.

Croteau, K.A., Schofield, G, & McLean, G. (2006). Physical activity promotion in the primary care setting: Results of a population study in New Zealand. Australia and New Zealand Journal of Public Health, 30, 3:262-267.

Croteau, K.A., & Richeson, N.R. (2006). Evaluation of the “Matter of Health” pedometer-based physical activity program for community-living older adults. Activities, Adaptation, and Aging, 30, 2:37-48 .

Schofield, G., Croteau, K.A., & McLean, G. (2005). Trust levels ofphysical activity information sources: a population study. Health Promotion Journal of Australia, 16, 3: 221-224 .

Schofield, G., Schofield, L., Dickson, G., & Croteau, K. (2005). Sloth or gluttony: Understanding obesity in New Zealand youth. Youth Studies Australia, 24, 1:28-30.

Croteau, K.A. (2004). Strategies used to increase physical activity in a pedometer-based intervention. Journal of Allied Health, 33, 4:278-281.

Richeson, N.R., Croteau, K.A, & Jones, D.B. (2004). Mobility-related self-efficacy scales: An outcome tool for the geriatric recreation therapist.  American Journal of Recreational Therapy, 3, 3, 11-16.

Croteau, K.A. , Richeson, N.R., Vines, S.W., & Jones, D.B . (2004). Effects of a pedometer-based physical activity program on older adults’ mobility-related self efficacy and physical performance. Activities, Adaptation & Aging, 28, 2:19-33.

Croteau, K.A. (2004). A preliminary study on the impact of a pedometer-based intervention on daily steps. American Journal of Health Promotion, 18, 3:217-220.

Richeson, N.R., Vines, S.W., Jones, D.B., & Croteau, K.A. (2003). Pedometer as a minimal intervention to improve physical performance indicators using an interdisciplinary health team approach: Case study. American Journal of Recreational Therapy, 2, 2:21-26.

Croteau, K.A. (2001). Correlates of physical fitness improvement among a Navy remedial exercise sample. Military Medicine, 166, 6: 520-525.

Croteau, K.A. and C.J. Young. (2000). Effectiveness of a Navy remedial exercise intervention. Military Medicine, 165, 10: 786-790.

Oaks, J.K., Denson, D.R., Voight, R.A., and K.A. Croteau. (1989). Preservice health knowledge of education majors: What can we expect from future teachers. LAHPERD Journal.

Westcott, W.L., Croteau, K.A., and L.L. Whittaker. (1983). Effects of nautilus strength training on women. Journal of Physical Education and Program, 81(8): H8-H9. .

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Works in Progress

Croteau, K.A., Farmer, B.C., & Richeson, N.R. Cross-sectional relationship between chronic illness and pedometer-determined physical activity of older adults.

Croteau, K.A., Fogarty, T., & Sterling, K. Comparison of a pedometer-based and a time-based physical activity intervention.

Croteau, K.A., Low, K.G., & Mandeville, M. Preliminary evaluation of the Maine in Motion pedometer program.

Croteau, K.A., Schofield, G., & McLean, G. Contradictions in use and trust for physical activity information: Physicians and the internet.

Croteau, K.A., Farmer, B.C., & Richeson, N.R. (Study in progress). Maine in Motion: Physical activity mentors in the primary care setting.

 

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Other Publications

Croteau, K. & Richeson, N.E. (2004). Book review: Exercise for frail elders. American Therapeutic Recreation Association,www.atra-tr.org.

Croteau, K. & Richeson, N.E. (2004, Winter). Book review: Exercise for frail elders. Activity Directors’ Quarterly, 5, (1). 37-39. [Reprinted]

Croteau, K. & Richeson, N.E. (2004, Winter). Book review: Exercise for frail elders. American Journal of Recreation Therapy, 3, (3). 46-47. [Reprinted]

Croteau, K. (2000). Foreward. In Thibotout, F., Cardio Kickboxing Elite.

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Professional Presentations

Croteau, K.A.,Schofield, G., & Towle, G. (2008). Pedometer-determined physical activity of western Kenyan schoolchildren. American College of Sports
Medicine’s  52nd Annual Meeting, Indianapolis, IN. Abstract published in Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, 40, 5, S408.

Jones, D., Croteau, K., Richeson, N., & Farmer, B.C. (2007). Focus Groups to explore the perceptions of older adults on a pedometer-based intervention program. Gerontological Society of America, 60th Annual Scientific Meeting, San Francisco, CA. Abstract published in The Gerontologist [Special Issue].

Croteau, K.A., Farmer, B.C., & Richeson, N.R., (May, 2007). Cross-sectional relationship between chronic illness and pedometer-determined physical activity. American College of Sports Medicine's 52nd Annual Meeting. New Orleans, LA. Abstract to be published in Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, 38, 5.

Richeson, N.R., & Croteau, K.A. (2006). Pedometer-based intervention on physical performance and mobility-related self-efficacy. The Gerontological Society of America, 59 th Annual Scientific Meeting. Dallas, TX.

Schofield, G., & Croteau, K. (2005). Physical activity advice and Green Prescriptions in a primary care setting: a population study. Sports Medicine Australia Annual Conference. Abstract published in Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport.

Tudor-Locke, C., Bassett, D.R., Rutherford, W.J., Ainsworth, B.E., Chan, C.B., Croteau, K., Giles-Corti, B., Le Masurier, G., Moreau, K., Mrozek, J., Oppert, J.-M., Raustorp, A., Strath, S., Thompson, D., Whitt, M., Wilde, B., & Wojcik, J. (2005). Descriptive epidemiology of an international pedometer super data set. International Society of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity Annual Meeting. Amsterdam, The Netherlands.

Croteau, K.A. (2004). Every step counts: Using pedometers to increase physical activity and improve health. New England American College of Sports Medicine’s Annual Meeting. Providence, RI.

Croteau, K.A. (2004). Comparison of pedometer-based and time-based physical activity interventions. American College of Sports Medicine's 50th Annual Meeting. Indianapolis, IN. Abstract published in Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, 36, 5, S242.

Croteau, K.A. (2003). Strategies used to increase lifestyle physical activity in a pedometer-based intervention. American College of Sports Medicine's 49th Annual Meeting. San Francisco, CA. Abstract published in Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, 35, 5, S135.

Croteau, K.A. (2003). Effects of a pedometer-based intervention on physical activity and BMI. American Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD) National Convention. Philadelphia , PA. Abstract published in Research Quarterly, 74, 3, A-5.

Croteau, K.A. (2002). Relationships between physical measures and physical self-concept among an incarcerated adolescent female population.   American College of Sports Medicine’s 48th Annual Meeting. St. Louis , MO. Abstract published in Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, 34, 5, S28.

Croteau, K.A. (2001). Participants’ perceptions of personal factors influencing exercise program effectiveness. American College of Sports Medicine’s 47th Annual Meeting. Baltimore , MD. Abstract published in Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, 33, 5, S114.

Croteau, K.A. (2000).  Participants’ perceptions of personal factors influencing exercise program effectiveness. New England American College of Sports Medicine’s Annual Meeting. Providence , RI.

Croteau, K.A. (1999). Factors influencing the effectiveness of a Navy remedial exercise program. American College of Sports Medicine’s 46th Annual Meeting. Seattle, WA. Abstract published in Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, 31, 5, S315.

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Invited Presentations

Careers in health fitness. Introduction to Sports Medicine. University of Southern Maine College of Nursing and Health Professions. April, 2008; November, 2007; April, 2007; October, 2006; March, 2004; June, 2003; March, November, 2002; February, November, 2001; November, 2000.

Careers in health fitness. Foundations of Sport. Southern Maine Community College. October, 2007.

Walking for health. Nursing Leadership, Management and Ethics. University of Southern Maine College of Nursing and Health Profession. September, 2006.

Introduction to the Maine in Motion pedometer program. Freeport Middle School alternative education class. October, 2005.

Gender differences in weight training. Women’s Weight Training. University of Southern Maine College of Nursing and Health Professions. November, 2001.

Introduction to health fitness. Holism and Health Promotion Across the Lifespan. University of Southern Maine College of Nursing and Health Professions. June, 2001; April, 2001.

Participants’ perceptions of personal factors influencing exercise program effectiveness. Health Related Research. University of Southern Maine College of Nursing and Health Professions. November, 2000.

Careers in Sports Medicine. Noble High School, Waterboro, Maine, 1999.

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Grants

Global Positioning System (GPS) portable watch monitors for measurement and motivation. Faculty Technology Grant. University of Southern Maine. 2007.

Online course development pilot program. Center for Technology-Enhanced Learning, University of Southern Maine. 2007.

Maine in Motion: Physical activity mentors in the primary care setting. Davis Family Foundation. 2006.

Effects of a pedometer-based program on older adults’ physical activity and mobility. College of Nursing and Health Professions Research Grant. University of Southern Maine. 2003.

Use of heart rate monitors in the classroom and research setting. Faculty Technology Grant. University of Southern Maine. 2003.

Use of a pedometer-based intervention to increase physical activity. College of Nursing and Health Professions Research Grant. University of Southern Maine. 2002.

Effects of a pedometer-based physical activity intervention on older adults’ mobility-related self-efficacy and physical performance. College of Nursing and Health Professions Research Grant. University of Southern Maine. 2001.

Effects of a 10-week strength training program on physical self-concept and self-esteem of incarcerated adolescents. Faculty Senate Research Grant, University of Southern Maine . 2001.

Use of pedometers in the classroom and research setting. Faculty Technology Grant. University of Southern Maine . 2001.

Weight training and the physical self-concept of females. College of Nursing and Health Professions Research Grant. University of Southern Maine. 2000.  

Sports Medicine Welcome Back Social. Center for Teaching Community Building Grant. University of Southern Maine. 2000.

Use of LCD projector in Sports Medicine. Faculty Technology Grant. University of Southern Maine . 1999.

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