Education
- Ph.D. - Exercise Physiology, University of Minnesota
- M.A. - Exercise Physiology, St. Cloud State University
- B.A. - Environmental Biology, University of Colorado
Areas of Specialization
- Youth physical activity and the relationship to cognitive function
- Assessment of submaximal aerobic fitness and its relationship to sustainable work capacity and chronic disease
- Assessment of long duration work and exercise related to fitness, fatigue, immune function, and cognitive performance
Current Projects
- Physical activity monitoring in Missoula area youth.
- Physical activity interventions to improve learning and behavior outcomes in at-risk youth
- 6th grade activity programs to attenuate physical activity declines in Missoula youth
- Fitness and health of Wildland Fire Overhead Crews
- Wildland Firefighter Research
- Relationship between physical activity and risk factors for CHD and Diabetes
Research
- For a list of publications and presentations, please click here.
Extracurricular Interests
- Backpacking
- Whitewater kayaking
- Cross country skiing
- Mountain biking
- Mountaineering
- Occasional gardening and breadmaking
