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Our program prepares you for a career and certification in personal training or strength and conditioning. You will gain a solid foundation for athletic training, coaching, and other sport-related areas. You will also complete a six hour internship with your coursework. If you are interested in becoming an allied health professional, our program provides you with the knowledge, skills, and experience to work in commercial, corporate fitness, and cardiac rehabilitation settings.
Academic Programs of Study
Find Your Advisor
For more information about the undergraduate program, contact an academic advisor. For more information about the graduate program, contact the Program Coordinator. See DegreeWorks for your assigned advisor.
Research
Our faculty conduct a variety of research in their laboratories from the mechanisms of muscle hypertrophy to the psychophysiology of exercise adherence. They study anything from what makes you motivated to exercise, to the effects of whey protein on the body, to what part of the brain is activated when you perform a task. Many of the faculty have an “open door” policy where you can be involved and get hands-on experience.
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Brain and Behavior Lab – Kristina Neely, Ph.D.
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Exercise Adherence and Obesity Prevention Lab – Danielle Wadsworth, Ph.D.
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Molecular and Applied Sciences Lab (MASL) – Michael Roberts, Ph.D.
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Sports Medicine and Movement Lab – Gretchen Oliver, Ph.D.
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Neuromechanics Lab – JoEllen Sefton, Ph.D.
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Muscle Biochemistry Lab – Andreas Kavazis, Ph.D.
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Performance and Exercise Psychophysiology Lab (PEP) – Matt Miller, Ph.D.
Outreach
Our faculty engage in outreach efforts to improve the lives of people of all ages in the community. Some programs include fitness assessments, biomechanics analyses on athletes, and stress reduction and mindfulness training. You can assist in these efforts and help optimize performance, even as an undergraduate student.
