Exercise Science Laboratory

MISSION:

The basic mission of the Exercise Science Laboratory in the Department of Exercise and Sport Science is for TEACHING, RESEARCH, and SERVICE.

The Laboratory is primarily for teaching , where students can gain hands-on-experience utilizing a variety of basic high tech instruments that are commonly used for research and in clinical settings. Associated with the Laboratory is a well equipped Fitness Center where students interested in the fitness industry may obtain valuable practical experience. The Laboratory will be used for such courses as Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics, Motor Learning, Exercise Testing and Prescription, and Scientific Foundation of Strength & Conditioning. We will provide an opportunity for student and faculty research utilizing a variety of basic equipment to answer questions related with the exercise sciences. We have the potential to extend beyond the laboratory and provide the college, local, state, national and international communities with educational, collaborative and consulting services.

SPECIFIC GOALS:

1. To provide laboratory experiences for students related with their academic course work and career goals. Beyond the formal course work an opportunity to gain experience in our research and fitness programs can be provided.
2. To provide exercise testing for the purpose of preparing optimal training programs for endurance athletes. These services will be offered to the community for a small fee.
3. To provide consulting services for business, educational, public safety, and community organizations for physical fitness programming, health appraisal, and fitness testing.
4. To conduct contract research related to fitness for business and public institutions.
5. To conduct applied research related with physical fitness and athletics.
   

EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE:

1. A Quniton Instruments Q55 XT treadmill, one Quinton cycle ergometer, and three Monark cycle ergometers.
2. Parvomedics Metabolic Cart
3. Biodex Isokinetic equipment for the assessment of muscle function and rehabilitation.
4. Quinton Electrocardiograph (EKG) Equipment.
5. TEEM 100 Metabolic Analyzer.
6. Lactate Analyzers.
7. Biopac Research Electromyography Equipment
8. Motion Analysis Equipment
9. Body Composition Analysis Equipment (skinfold calipers, bioelectrical impedance)
10. Goniometers and other anthropometric equipment.

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