Department of Public Health and Exercise Science

Education:

• Ph.D., The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (2024)

  • Kinesiology - Sport and Exercise Psychology
  • Doctoral Minor – Educational Research Methodology

• M.S., The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (2020)
  • Kinesiology – Sport and Exercise Psychology

• B.A., Swarthmore College (2016)
  • Neuroscience and History

Teaching Specialties:

• Sport and exercise psychology
• Physical activity and cognition
• Research methods

Current Teaching:

• ES 2002 - Introduction to Exercise Science
• ES 2700 - Psychological Aspects of Sport and Exercise Science
• ES 5001 - Introduction to Research Methods

Professional Affiliations:

• North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity (NASPSPA)
• American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)

Laboratory Affiliation:

• Human Behavior in Physical Activity

Research Interests:

• Physical activity, cognitive functioning, and brain health across the lifespan
• Acute and chronic exercise effects on cognitive functioning
• Physical activity and age-related changes in episodic memory
• Protective benefits of physical activity for individuals at risk for Alzheimer’s Disease

Education

• Ph.D. Kinesiology-Exercise Physiology (Nutrition Concentration), Georgia State University

• M.S. Health and Human Performance, Georgia College and State University

• B.S. Exercise Science, Georgia College and State University

Current Teaching

• ES 3002 Exercise Physiology
• ES 3003 Exercise Physiology Laboratory
• ES 4555 Nutritional Aspects of Exercise and Sports
• ES 5555 Advanced Nutritional Aspects of Exercise and Sports

Professional Affiliations / Organizations

• International Society of Sports Nutrition
  • Certified Sports Nutritionist
• American College of Sports Medicine
  • Certified Exercise Physiologist
• National Strength and Conditioning Association
  • Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist

Laboratory Affiliation

• Sports Nutrition & Performance Laboratory (Director). This laboratory is part of the Health & Performance Laboratory.
• Biochemistry

Research Interests

• Physiological assessments to nutritional interventions
• Impact of nutrient timing and ergogenic aids in applied sports performance and recovery 
• Preventative nutrition approaches
• Hormonal influence on metabolism and performance
• Resistance training and high-intensity interval training

Selected Publications

• Kurtz, A. J., Grazer, J., Wilson, K., Feresin, G. R., Doyle A, J., Middleton, R., Devis, E., VanDusseldorp, A. T., Fasczewski, K., Otis, J. The effect of quercetin and citrulline on cycling time trial Performance. 2024. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition.
• Brini, S., Granacher, U., Gonzalez, C. J., Badicu, G., Yagin, H. F., Clemente, M. F., Gonzalez, R. J., Kurtz, A. J., Elkholi, M. S., Alotaibi, H., Ardigo, P. L. 2024. Influence of daytime napping on hormonal and psychometric variables of professional male basketball players during increased game frequency period crossing Ramadan intermittent fasting: A crossover research design with repeated assessments. Journal of Men’s Health.
• Brini S, Ardigò LP, Clemente FM, Raya-González J, Kurtz JA, Casazza GA, Castagna C, Bouassida A, Nobari H. 2023. Increased game frequency period crossing Ramadan intermittent fasting decreases fat mass, sleep duration, and recovery in male professional basketball players. PeerJ 11:e16507. doi: 10.7717/peerj.16507. PMID: 38077421; PMCID: PMC10702331.
• Kurtz JA, VanDusseldorp TA, Otis J. 2023. Quercetin in Sports and Exercise: a review. International Journal of Exercise Science 16:2, 1334-1384.
• Zapata-Muriel A, Echeverry P, VanDusseldorp T, Kurtz JA, Monsalves-Alvarez M. 2022. Measured versus label declared macronutrient and calorie content in Colombian commercially available whey proteins.  Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition 19:1, 258-266.
• Salhi I, Abderrahman AB, Triki R, Clark CTC, Gaed S, Hackney AC, Saeidi A, Laher I, Kurtz JA, VanDusseldorp TA, Zouhal H. 2022. Gastrointestinal hormones, morphological characteristics, and physical performance in elite soccer players. International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance 17:6.
• Kurtz JA, VanDusseldorp TA, Doyle JA, Otis JS. 2021. Taurine in Sports and Exercise: a review. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition 18:39.
• Kurtz JA, Grazer J, VanDusseldorp T, Carrol E, O’Donoghue L, Clark M, Reese J. 2021. The effect of altitude on the anaerobic energy system during a maximal 60 second sprint on a cycle ergometer. Journal of Exercise and Nutrition 4:2, 5.

Education

• Ph.D., University of Pittsburgh (2017)
  • Exercise Physiology

• M.S., University of Pittsburgh (2014)
  • Health, Physical Activity and Chronic Disease

• B.S., Slippery Rock University (2013)
  • Exercise Science

Current Teaching

• ES 3002 Exercise Physiology

• ES 3003 Exercise Physiology Laboratory

• ES 4800 Exercise Prescription

Professional Affiliations / Organizations

• American College of Sports Medicine-Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CEP)

• American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)

  • Southeast Chapter

• American Heart Association (AHA)

  • Council on Lifestyle and Cardiometabolic Health

• Sedentary Behavior Research Network (SBRN)

• Clinical Exercise Physiology Association (CEPA)

Laboratory Affiliation

• Director, Exercise Physiology Teaching Laboratory

• Cardiometabolic Research Laboratory (CMRL)
  • https://sites.google.com/appstate.edu/cmrl/home

Research Interests

• Prevention and treatment of cardiometabolic and musculoskeletal disease and disorders through the optimization of 24-hour movement behaviors, with a particular focus on sedentary behavior.

Recent Publications

• Kowalsky, R.J., van Werkhoven, H., Meucci, M., Quinn, T. D., Stoner, L., Hearon, C. M., & Gibbs, B. B. (2024). Distinguishing Passive and Active Standing Behaviors From Accelerometry. Journal for the Measurement of Physical Behaviour, 7(1). https://doi.org/10.1123/jmpb.2024-0004
• Kappus, R.M., Kowalsky, R.J. Healthy Aging: The Role of Physical Activity in Optimizing Cardiovascular Health. The Journal of the Blue Cross NC Institute for Health and Human Services. 2023. https://jihhs.pubpub.org/pub/jc8t1t09/release/1
• Kowalsky, R.J., Grosicki, G.J., Meucci, M., Hanson, E.D., Moore, J.B., Stoner, L. (2023). Unseating the Sedentary Threat: A Vital Strategy for Curbing Cardiovascular Disease in Young Adults. J Phys Act Health. 2023;20(12):1078-1080. doi:10.1123/jpah.2023-0480 PMID: 37917974
• Kowalsky, R.J., Farney, T.M., Kline, C.E., Hinojosa, J.N., Creasy, S.A. The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Health-Related Behaviors in College Students. J Am College Health. 2023; 71(4) 1161-1166. doi:10.1080/07448481.2021.1923505 PMID: 34161199
• Poles, J., Burnet, K., Kelsch, E., Heffernan, K.S., Meyer, M.L., Kowalsky, R.J., Barone Gibbs, B., Stoner, L. Overall and repeated measures agreement between brachial-femoral and carotid-femoral measures of pulse wave velocity in young and healthy individuals. Blood Press Monit. 2022;27(5):334-340. doi:10.1097/MBP.0000000000000614 PMID: 35866509
• Kowalsky, R.J., Farney, T.M., Hearon, C.M. Effect of Daily Resistance Exercise Breaks in College Students for Ratings of Discomfort, Fatigue, and Sleepiness Across One Week. Res Q Exerc Sport.2022. doi: 10.1080/02701367.2021.1959508 PMID: 35089851
• Barone Gibbs, B., Diaz, K., Kowalsky, R.J., Smith, P., Stoner, L. Association of Standing with Cardiovascular Disease and Mortality in Adults. Curr Epidemiol Rep. 2021; 8(4): 200-211. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40471-021-00276-3
• Kowalsky, R.J., Stoner, L., Faghy, M.A., Barone Gibbs, B. A Call to Clarify the Intensity and Classification of Standing Behavior. Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2021; 18(16): 8460. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph18168460 PMID: 34444209
• Stoner, L., Barone Gibbs, B., Meyer, M.L., Fryer, S., Credeur, D., Paterson, C., Stone, K., Hanson, E., Kowalsky, R.J., Horiuchi, M., Mack, C. Dave, G. A Primer on Repeated Sitting Exposure and the Cardiovascular System: Considerations for Study Design, Analysis, Interpretation and Translation. Front Cardiovasc Med. 2021. doi: 10.3389/fcvm.2021.716938 PMID: 34485414
• Fick, A.N., Kowalsky, R.J., Stone, M.S., Hearon, C.M., Farney, T.M. Acute and chronic supplementation of citrulline malate on muscle contractile properties and fatigue rate of the quadriceps. Int J Sport Nutr Exerc Metab. 2021; 31(6) 490-496. https://doi.org/10.1123/ijsnem.2021-0117 PMID: 34470906
• Hinojosa, J.N., Hearon, C.M., Kowalsky, R.J. Blood Lactate Response to Active Recovery in Athletes vs. Non-Athletes. Sport Sci Health. 2021; 17, 699-705. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11332-021-00735-w
• Kowalsky, R.J., Hergenroeder, A.L., Barone Gibbs, B. Breaking Up Prolonged Sitting with Resistance Exercise Breaks. Workplace Health Saf. 2021; 69(8), 359-365. PMID: 33509068
• Alansare, A.B., Kowalsky, R.J., Jones, M.A., Perdomo, S.J., Stoner, L, Barone Gibbs, B.  The effects of a simulated workday of prolonged sitting on seated vs. Supine blood pressure and pulse wave velocity. J Vasc Res, 2020; 57(6): 355-266. doi:10.1159/000510294. PMID: 32937620
• Farney, T.M., Kowalsky, R.J., Salazar, D.A., Fick, A.N., Nelson, A.G., Hearon, C.M. The effect of vinegar supplementation on cycle sprint performance within recreationally trained individuals. Medicina, 2020; 56(9) 429. doi: 10.3390/medicina56090429 PMID: 32867047
• Kowalsky, R.J., Stoner, L., Perdomo, S.J., Taormina, J.M., Jones, M.A., Credeur, D.P., Barone Gibbs, B. Validity and reliability of peripheral pulse wave velocity measures in a seated posture. J Hypertens Res, 2020; 43, 845-847. PMID: 32152481
• Armas, C., Kowalsky, R.J., Hearon, C.M. Comparison of 7-minute circuit training vs HIIT training on acute cardiometabolic outcomes. Int J Exerc Sci, 2020; 13(2): 306-409. PMID: 32148625

Education

• M.S., Southeast University (China), 2007
  • Major field of study: Human Anatomy

• M.D., Southeast University (China), 1998
  • Major field of study: Preventive Medicine

Current Courses

• ES 2040 Lab: Human Anatomy

• ES 3650 Advanced Human Anatomy

Education

• M.S., Appalachian State University, 2019
  • Major field of study: Exercise Science, Clinical Exercise Physiology

• B.S., Wake Forest University, 2017
  • Major field of study: Health and Exercise Science

Courses Taught

• ES 2040 Laboratory: Human Anatomy
• ES 2050 Laboratory: Human Physiology

Laboratory Affiliation

• Anatomy and Physiology

Education

• M.Sc., University College-Dublin (Ireland), 2015
  • Major field of study: Coaching and Exercise Science

• B.A., Fort Lewis College (Durango, CO), 2011
  • Major field of study: Exercise Science, Exercise Specialist option

Courses Taught

• ES 4000 Strength and Conditioning Theory and Practice
• ES 4010 Application of Strength and Conditioning Principles
• ES 4060/5060 Practicum: Strength and Conditioning
• ES 5555 Advanced Nutritional Aspects of Exercise and Sports
• ES 5652 Practical Concepts of Strength and Conditioning

Certifications

• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (National Strength and Conditioning Association)

Laboratory Affiliation

• Neuromuscular and Biomechanics

Education

• Geriatrics Advanced Fellowship (2016-2019) – Malcom Randall Veterans Hospital, Gainesville, FL, Emphasis: Neurorehabilitation

• Ph.D. (2016) – University of Florida, Gainesville, FL – Applied Physiology and Kinesiology - Biomechanics

• M.S. (2011) – Appalachian State University, Boone, NC – Exercise Science, Research

• B.S. (2009) – Appalachian State University, Boone, NC – Exercise Science, Strength and Conditioning

Teaching Specialties

• Introduction to Physiological Assessment
• Exercise Prescription and Fitness Assessment
• Introduction to Biomechanics
• Concepts of Anatomy and Physiology

Current Teaching

• ES 2005 – Introduction to Physiological Assessment
• ES 2030 – Concepts of Anatomy and Physiology

Professional Affiliations/Organizations

• American College of Sports Medicine
• American Society of Biomechanics

Laboratory Affiliation

• Locomotor Learning Lab
• Neuromuscular and Biomechanics 

Research Interests

My research is nested within enhancing the quality life in older and diseased populations through physical rehabilitation and neurorestoration. My research interest includes 1) biomechanical analysis of gait and activities of daily living, 2) neural control of movement, and 3) clinical symptoms and treatment of movement disorders. Currently, my work is designed around enhancing the cognitive and physical abilities in older adults. I am now using a novel multimodal approach, using motor imagery and noninvasive brain stimulation, to improve motor learning and new skill acquisition. In the future, I will continue to perform similar research but in neurological populations, i.e., Parkinsons disease.

Publication List

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/myncbi/jared.skinner.1/bibliography/public/

Education

• M.S., Appalachian State University, 2007
  • Department of Health, Leisure, and Exercise Science
  • Major field of study: Exercise Science-Strength and Conditioning/Clinical

• B.S., Appalachian State University, 1993
  • Department of Food and Consumer Science
  • Major field of study: Nutrition and Food Services

• B.S., Appalachian State University, 1991
  • Department of Health, Leisure, and Exercise Science
  • Major field of study: Exercise Science

Current Teaching

• ES 2005 Concepts in Fitness and Performance Evaluation
• ES 3003 Exercise Physiology Laboratory

Past Courses Taught

• ES 2015 Exercise Physiology for PE Majors
• ES 2020 Measurement and Evaluation in Exercise Science
• ES 3005 Physiological Assessment and Program Management
• ES 3900 Internship (Clinical)
• HP 1105 Health and Fitness
• HP 4800 Health Promotion Interventions
• NUT 2202 Nutrition and Health
• UCO 1200 First Year Seminar

Laboratory Affiliations

• Human Performance (54 Holmes Convocation Center)
• Exercise Physiology Teaching (249 Leon Levine Hall)

Education

• Post-doctoral research - Virginia Tech & Centre ValBio, Madagascar

• Ph.D. in Wildlife Conservation - Virginia Tech

• M.A. in Biology - University of Arkansas (UALR)

• B.S. in Biology - University of Central Arkansas

Current Teaching

• ES 2030 Concepts in Anatomy and Physiology
• ES 2031 Human Anatomy & Physiology I (Lab)
• ES 2032 Human Anatomy & Physiology II (Lab)

Laboratory Affiliation

• Anatomy and Physiology

Research Interests

• Wildlife Conservation via non-invasive monitoring and population modeling
• Invasive and exotic species biology
• Free-ranging dog population control (MadDogInitiative link below) 
• Spatial and temporal species interactions
• Human-wildlife interactions

Selected Publications

Manuscripts

• Farris Z.J., Gerber B., Valenta K., Rafaliarison R., Razafimahaimodison JC, Larney E., Hariniaina T., Randriana Z., Wright P.C., and Chapman C.A. (2017). Threats to a rainforest carnivore community: a multi-year assessment of occupancy and co-occurrence in Madagascar. Biological Conservation 210: 116-124.
• Rich L., Davis C., Farris Z.J., et al. (2017). Assessing global patterns in carnivore occupancy and richness by integrating local camera trap surveys. Global Change Biology 26 (8): 918-929.
• Farris Z.J., Kelly M., Karpanty S., Murphy A., Andrianjakarivelo V.,Ratelolahy F., and Holmes C. (2016). The times are a changin': Native and exotic multi-season occupancy across Makira Natural Park, Madagascar. Biological Conservation 206: 320-328.
• *Brown K., Farris Z.J., Yesuf G., Gerber B., Rasambainarivo F., Karpanty S., Kelly M., Razafimahaimodison J.C., Larney E., Wright P., Johnson S. (2016). Assessing the potential co-occurrence of the introduced Asian common toad (Duttaphrynus melanostictus) with endemic carnivores in Madagascar. Biodiversity and Conservation.       *Dual first author
• Murphy A., Farris Z.J., Karpanty S., Andrianjakarivelo V., and Kelly M.J. (2016). Flagships in Peril: Habitat Degradation and Trends in Lemur Population Dynamics in Northeastern Madagascar. International Journal of Primatology.
• Farris Z.J., Golden, C., Kelly M.J., Karpanty S., Murphy, A., Andrianjakarivelo V.,Ratelolahy F., Holmes C., and Stauffer, D. (2015). Effects of hunting, exotic carnivores, micro-habitat, and landscape features on carnivore occupancy across the Masoala-Makira landscape, Madagascar. Plos One 
• Farris Z.J., Kelly M., Karpanty S., Ratelolahy F., and Holmes C. (2015). Patterns of spatial co-occurrence among native and exotic carnivores in Madagascar. Animal Conservation 
• Farris Z.J., Gerber B., Kelly M.J., Karpanty S., Murphy, F., and Andrianjakarivelo V., (2015). When carnivores roam: temporal patterns and partitioning among Madagascar’s native and exotic carnivores. Journal of Zoology 
• Farris Z.J., Karpanty S., Ratelolahy F., and Kelly M.J. (2014). Predator-primate distribution, activity, and co-occurrence in relation to habitat and human activity across fragmented and contiguous forests in northeastern Madagascar. International Journal of Primatology 
• Farris Z.J. (2012). Keeping a Field Notebook: A Review of Canfield, Michael R., editor. Field notes on science & nature. Harvard University Press, Cambridge, Massachusetts. Journal of Ecology. 
• Farris Z.J., Gerber B., Karpanty S., Kelly M.J., Ratelolahy F. (In press). Spatio-temporal interactions between a native and exotic carnivore in NE Madagascar: Evidence of spatial exclusion. In Small Carnivores: Evolution, Ecology, Behavior, and Conservation. Eds. E.D.L. San, J.J. Sato, J.L. Belant, & M.J. Somers. Wiley-Blackwell (Oxford).

Websites

Zach J. Farris

Mad Dog Initiative