https://sole.hsc.wvu.edu/Apps/News/rss/SchoolofMedicine/Exercise-Physiology50 most recent storiesen-US2a388b31-82c7-4e2c-b1be-6ff67fc75527https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-recognized-with-gold-status-for-exercise-is-medicine-on-campussomdiscoverThe West Virginia University School of Medicine has been awarded gold status, the highest level attainable, for its membership in Exercise is Medicine®, a global health initiative managed by the American College of Sports Medicine. Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-04-17T10:09:35-04:0089f1bcf3-3804-4045-8f91-b14d609a4e74https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/resources/a-wvu-love-story-with-a-health-care-education-missionsomeducateWest Virginia University associate professor Miriam Leary, along with her colleagues in WVU Exercise Physiology, help students turn a passion for movement into a purpose in health care — with hands-on learning and close mentorship from the start.Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-02-10T09:41:08-05:007bfb40a2-f2c9-427b-83a9-11c31226286chttps://enews.wvu.edu/articles/2026/01/28/wvu-research-helps-astronauts-stay-healthy-on-long-space-missions?utm_source=e-news&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=faculty-staff&utm_id=strat-comm&utm_content=gen1928somdiscoverAs space colonization efforts advance, WVU scientists are developing AI-powered computer models to treat and prevent the physical challenges astronauts face due to extended weightlessness.Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-01-30T15:45:03-05:0066a906b6-0e4b-4aec-ae1f-3de7eab85866https://enews.wvu.edu/articles/2026/01/14/non-classified-staff-salute-sarah-deem?utm_source=e-news&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=faculty-staff&utm_id=strat-comm&utm_content=gen1748somempowerSarah Deem, a Point Pleasant native and senior academic advisor for health professions in the School of Medicine, has been selected for the January Non-Classified Staff Salute.Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-01-14T15:40:44-05:00c9d656c9-eaeb-473b-81a3-542b6f547419https://www.post-gazette.com/news/health/2025/12/14/winter-exercise-frostbite-weather/stories/202512140006The American College of Sports Medicine recommends that individuals engage in 150 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous intensity exercise per week, with two to three days of activities that strengthen muscles and bones.Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-01-12T16:02:09-05:00a7cf84a8-a326-4f74-903c-a7e43e9163eehttps://stories.wvu.edu/alexis-cipolettisomempowerAlexis Cipoletti's fears of attending college as a first-generation student from a rural West Virginia community evaporated when she toured West Virginia University as a high school student. Now ready to graduate with a bachelor's degree in exercise physiology (December 2025), she's excelled beyond her expectations and is prepared for her next WVU journey — a seat in the physician assistant graduate program.Mon, 05 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-01-08T08:50:59-05:0025183a2b-27dc-44e7-82fc-b053fc6bea72https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-innews-exercise-physiology-conditions-first-generation-student-to-give-back-tomountain-stateAlexis Cipoletti's fears of attending college as a first-generation student from a rural West Virginia community evaporated when she toured West Virginia University as a high school student. Now ready to graduate with a bachelor's degree in exercise physiology (December 2025), she's excelled beyond her expectations and is prepared for her next WVU journey — a seat in the physician assistant graduate program.Mon, 29 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-12-29T10:16:19-05:004f820753-4238-4eff-9973-af7078c1ce8dhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=hollander-named-chair-of-physiology-pharmacology-and-toxicologysomeducateJohn Hollander, Ph.D., has been named chair of the West Virginia University School of Medicine Department of Physiology, Pharmacology and Toxicology effective Dec. 1.Tue, 25 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-11-26T13:32:49-05:003b5511a0-cb9a-4918-9177-1f72696497a6https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-exercise-physiology-students-participate-in-international-partnership-in-taiwansomenagaeStudents from the West Virginia University School of Medicine completed a trip to Taiwan to participate in a course that focused on Traditional Chinese Medicine. Thu, 02 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-10-07T09:12:30-04:009d39fe63-6b4a-4391-8809-2ba200c53e6chttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=health-professions-faculty-honored-with-distinguished-teacher-awardsLori Sherlock, Ed.D., and Breanna Adkins, Ed.D., MOT, OTR/L, have been recognized with WVU School of Medicine Health Professions Distinguished Teacher awards.Thu, 18 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-09-22T19:44:58-04:0051b48db3-6c3b-41a2-8ee2-f87174aac1edhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=exercise-physiology-to-offer-free-aquatic-therapy-sessionsThe West Virginia University School of Medicine's exercise physiology program is offering free aquatic therapy sessions for children and adults from Sept. 8 through Dec. 12.Tue, 26 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-08-26T10:02:10-04:00696fb6cd-648e-4dbd-b66b-161ca412f575https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2025/07/16/18-wvu-students-receive-gilman-scholarships-for-study-abroad-programs?utm_source=cision-news-release&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=general&utm_id=strat-comm&utm_content=gen64somdiscoverEighteen West Virginia University students have earned Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarships to travel abroad this summer without financial constraints.Thu, 17 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-07-25T12:10:04-04:0041827cfb-2bce-4083-82ae-abbaddeb29c6https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=every-step-counts-wvu-exercise-physiology-graduate-uses-experience-aspatient-to-inspire-her-healthcasomhealEach step is a choice. For Katelin Zapolnik, that phrase isn't metaphorical — it's reality. Every movement she makes comes with deliberation and determination. Fri, 09 May 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-05-09T12:05:08-04:004cefaf00-c453-4640-b9dd-568b1292b794https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2025/05/05/top-wvu-seniors-named-8-honored-with-2025-order-of-augustasomeducateEight remarkable members of the West Virginia University Class of 2025 who have distinguished themselves through academic excellence and by making significant contributions on campus, across the Mountain State and beyond have been honored with the Order of Augusta, the most prestigious University student award.Tue, 06 May 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-06-04T14:27:45-04:0057ae2c24-0a1d-4724-ac24-1b1e9f6e9e9dhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-division-of-exercise-physiology-to-host-guest-speakerMatthew Kampert, DO, MS, ACSCM-CEP, a physician at the Cleveland Clinic with dual appointments in sports medicine and endocrinology and a graduate of the WVU Exercise Physiology program, will be a guest lecturer for the WVU School of Medicine Division of Exercise Physiology. Fri, 02 May 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-05-02T09:37:39-04:0099e11bfe-dadd-458c-876f-699ed9278e5fhttps://www.post-gazette.com/news/health/2025/04/27/marathon-training-effects/stories/202504270028Pittsburgh's annual marathon is approaching, with an at-capacity 4,900 people — nearly 44% of whom are first-timers to a 26.2- mile race — prepared to hit the pavement the morning of May 4, according to P3R.Tue, 29 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-04-29T09:39:59-04:002af15473-476d-4dfb-a41d-2e0e4e8cf55fhttps://enews.wvu.edu/articles/2025/04/22/three-minute-thesis-grand-finale-winners-announcedsomeducateThe Office of Graduate Education and Life has announced the winners of the annual Three-Minute Thesis Competition, which was held on April 10 during Graduate Student Appreciation Week and Research Week.Tue, 22 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-04-25T14:14:44-04:0080f9ccb8-16ac-4186-9657-641a33d9c4a4https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2025/04/07/2025-wvu-bucklew-scholars-in-running-for-foundation-scholarshipssomdiscoverSome of the Mountain State's most accomplished and talented students are set to begin their college careers at West Virginia University as the new cohort of Bucklew Scholars. Tue, 08 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-04-08T12:51:17-04:00e027fd91-cc3c-47e9-950f-285422fcb100https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=third-annual-heart-health-and-black-history-month-panel-engages-wvu-communityWest Virginia University students, faculty and community members gathered Feb. 26 for the third annual Heart Health and Black History Month Panel, a student-led event focused on wellness, health care challenges and community engagement.Tue, 18 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-03-18T08:38:46-04:000ae18e93-7ff4-44ff-8c55-7a812b8e4ddchttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-alumna-develops-skills-and-connections-through-science-and-sportssomempowerMuch like participation on an athletic team, healthcare professions require dedication, hard work and collaboration. West Virginia University alumna Abbie Pierson has found her perseverance, communication and teamwork skills to shine during her time as a student-athlete on the WVU Gymnastics team and throughout her completion of both a bachelor's and master's degree in exercise physiology.Tue, 11 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-03-14T13:48:23-04:00ca413733-f961-4eef-9ee5-95479750bc39https://www.thedaonline.com/news/science-is-society-community-members-hold-protest-in-defense-of-scientific-research/article_28dd3ec8-fb9c-11ef-84b5-77871c78bb11.htmlWVU community members gathered outside the Mountainlair Friday for a protest against federal cuts to scientific research, discrimination in science and censorship of scientific information. Mon, 10 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-03-11T07:24:48-04:00feed83b8-c081-467f-b457-15019b0f0a7fhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=aquatic-therapy-clinical-rotation-gives-students-firsthand-experience-treating-patientssomhealFor WVU Exercise Physiology student Austin Snitz, a typical day of class includes grabbing some buoyance dumbbells and heading to the pool. Fri, 07 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-03-14T13:49:53-04:0011004207-efc7-4b37-89d2-5a199b4621efhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=distinguished-doctoral-scholarship-allows-students-to-better-plan-for-their-futuresomempowerFrom developing rehabilitative tools that help stroke survivors regain motor skills to exploring yoga's impact on heart health, students in the WVU School of Medicine Pathophysiology, Rehabilitation and Performance doctoral program are conducting research they hope will change lives.Mon, 17 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-02-18T14:05:22-05:000b60272a-47fd-4bda-a56a-023a145fcf54https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/resources/wvu-student-veteran-seeks-to-be-the-health-care-provider-he-neededsomdiscoverGrowing up in Glen Dale, West Virginia University sophomore Kenneth Brannan didn't think college would ever be in his future. So, he signed up for military service and reported for duty shortly after graduating from high school. Mon, 11 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-11-15T13:28:11-05:006566d1af-e5f4-4d18-867b-a2f965f3bc99https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-to-host-virtual-open-house-for-tactical-performance-career-options-withmaster-s-degree-from_0someducateStudents interested in a career in tactical performance are invited to a virtual open house to learn more about the WVU School of Medicine Exercise Physiology Master's program on Wednesday, October 30th at 6 p.m.Fri, 18 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-10-28T13:14:08-04:001a7c8439-5705-42aa-bfee-5244fc78ec24https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=exercise-physiology-student-interns-withus-department-ofnavy-conducts-researchsomdiscoverOlivia Whittington, a graduate student in the Master of Science in Exercise Physiology program at the WVU School of Medicine, spent her summer conducting cutting-edge research at the Naval Submarine Medical Research Laboratory in Groton, Connecticut. She was one of only four college students chosen for her specific lab within the competitive Naval Research Enterprise Internship Program. Mon, 23 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-09-23T17:04:55-04:00df0d5f65-5eca-4903-bbb9-2845fd5b5f40https://www.mybuckhannon.com/wvu-students-study-human-performance-and-nutrition-in-france-observe-tour-de-france/someducateStudents from West Virginia University recently completed a trip to Nice, France as part of the School of Medicine's Exercise Physiology Class: French Endurance Performance and Nutrition.Tue, 10 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-09-10T09:32:49-04:00d512c1b2-f34c-455a-9652-51bd375c7b1dhttps://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2024/08/26/wvu-research-shows-smart-watch-and-clinical-testing-measures-differsomdiscoverAt a time when usage of smartwatches and rings has become more common, a West Virginia University human performance researcher points out heart rate variability — the time between heartbeats — the devices report is different from what would be recorded in a clinical setting.Mon, 26 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-09-03T08:28:35-04:004d383c5c-ad09-4dae-962d-0734bfff5687https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-students-study-human-performance-and-nutrition-in-france-observe-tour-de-francenutritionsomenagaeStudents from West Virginia University recently completed a trip to Nice, France as part of the School of Medicine's Exercise Physiology Class: French Endurance Performance and Nutrition.Mon, 26 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -04002026-02-19T11:48:30-05:005d5f23ff-ec03-453f-9488-f22358951658https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=students-explorefuture-of-health-care-in-study-abroad-trip-tonetherlandssomdiscoverStudents from West Virginia University recently completed a trip to Groningen, Netherlands as part of the School of Medicine's Exercise Physiology Class: The Future of Healthcare.Thu, 25 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-08-08T12:32:26-04:00c39224c5-79d3-47e6-80ab-de4732605245https://enews.wvu.edu/files/d/7bc14855-1acc-489e-ab70-b3fda8bda2f1/swimming-just-might-be-the-best-exercise-out-there-here-s-why.pdfsomdiscoverIn National Geographic, Lori Sherlock gives reasons why swimming is considered one of the top choices for getting exercise at any age.Fri, 19 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-05-07T09:06:51-04:0096a36b6b-e0d1-45af-a6a0-8620fe07f2c1https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=students-explore-origins-of-medicine-during-study-abroad-trip-to-italysomenagaeStudents from West Virginia University recently completed a trip to Florence, Italy as part of the School of Medicine's Immunology and Medical Microbiology Class: Origins of Western Medicine.Wed, 10 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-04-24T12:49:10-04:00296da0de-6bce-46ef-947a-f52487421f6ehttps://enews.wvu.edu/articles/2024/04/08/wvu-students-awarded-herman-l-moses-scholarshipEight students who are employed in jobs designed to provide meaningful experiences and opportunities for growth in the Division of Student Life are the recipients of the Herman and Kathryn Moses Scholarship.Mon, 08 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-04-09T09:07:23-04:006a89e1d1-9b77-4825-844b-36bff1d37eb4https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=researchers-recruiting-those-in-their-first-trimester-of-pregnancy-forstudyResearchers at West Virginia University are studying movement and health beginning during the first trimester of pregnancy. Tue, 12 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-03-21T09:42:36-04:002bf866c6-818c-49ac-8b8e-0e607140b75ehttps://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2023/11/04/five-students-named-wvu-mountaineers-of-distinctionsompurposeWest Virginia University has named Olivia Dowler, Sophia Flower, Rachel Johnson, Thomas Williams and Natalie Wonsettler the 2023 Mountaineers of Distinction, a Mountaineer Week tradition that recognizes exemplary academic achievement and extracurricular involvement.Sat, 04 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-12-18T15:16:29-05:004b8724a1-62da-414a-8bb0-9e93a8ababb2https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-to-host-virtual-open-house-for-tactical-performance-career-options-withmaster-s-degree-fromschooStudents interested in a career in tactical performance are invited to a virtual open house to learn more about the WVU School of Medicine Exercise Physiology Master's program on Thursday, November 9 at 6 p.m.Wed, 25 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-10-25T14:46:21-04:001fc9483f-c2b6-4962-8bd7-385bba6c7a26https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2023/10/21/mitchell-and-quarrick-named-wvu-homecoming-royalty-alumni-awards-presentedA celebration of past moments and the creation of new Homecoming memories culminated at West Virginia University today (Oct. 21) with the crowning of Romeo Mitchell Jr. and Olivia Quarrick as the 2023 Homecoming Royalty.Sat, 21 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-10-23T09:26:25-04:00ed15330c-3fc4-4f59-a5af-5144d3c39369https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=medicine-meets-movements-when-wvu-majors-collaborate-for-dancer-assessmentsBalance, pointe preparedness, core endurance and cardiovascular recovery are just a few of the physical markers health professionals evaluate while looking at a dancer's overall fitness. During a cross-campus collaboration between the WVU School of Medicine and the WVU School of Theatre and Dance, Athletic Training, Physical Therapy and Exercise Physiology students gained experience while conducting physical assessments for Dance majors.Mon, 02 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-10-04T13:40:42-04:005c3634a8-d9fb-482a-8247-e43aec0398c7https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=health-sciences-community-to-host-several-wvu-diversity-week-eventsThe West Virginia University Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion will host its annual Diversity Week Sunday, Sept. 17, through Saturday, Sept. 23. Tue, 12 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-09-19T11:54:32-04:00687103b3-ef12-4bbf-a242-16a9fe308d68https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-physical-therapy-program-to-host-virtual-open-house-sessions-for-prospective-studentsProspective students are invited to attend open house sessions to learn more about West Virginia University's Doctor of Physical Therapy program.Tue, 05 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-09-05T14:56:07-04:00b5a6175b-48cd-4ce2-9627-de7069bd7dc3https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2023/08/10/wvu-researchers-tracing-cause-of-diabetic-heart-disease-with-2m-in-federal-fundingsomdiscoverThere can be 6,000 mitochondria per cell in a heart cell. John Hollander with the WVU School of Medicine was recently awarded more than $2 million from the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute to study mitochondria to help those with Type 2 diabetes.Thu, 10 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-08-16T10:29:50-04:00b009688b-5f47-4573-882c-9678e4cbd263https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=school-of-medicine-announces-faculty-promotions-for-2023sompurposeThe West Virginia University School of Medicine recently awarded faculty members promotions that were effective July 1, 2023. Additionally, several faculty members were awarded emeriti status. Tue, 01 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-08-01T15:40:10-04:000aea8bc8-b77e-4391-9837-1146206edf24https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2023/07/06/record-number-of-wvu-students-receive-gilman-scholarships-to-study-abroadsompurposeA record number of West Virginia University students have earned Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarships to participate in transformative study abroad programs.Twenty undergraduate students received the competitive national award funded by the U.S. State Department to travel abroad without financial constraints.Thu, 06 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-07-25T11:29:36-04:001bf663c4-f437-4dc9-8bee-fb2bfc3ed776https://www.wboy.com/news/health/parkinsons-patients-knock-out-disease-through-wvu-program/somempowerWhen most people connect boxing and Parkinson's Disease, they think of Muhammad Ali – arguably the most well-known boxer and patient of the disease.Thu, 08 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-06-27T11:21:58-04:00b02fade3-d1c6-46a5-a6a0-9169f458ce78https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=patients-with-parkinson-s-find-strength-and-support-through-wvu-s-boxing-for-power-programTom Covey, M.D., gears up for a punch, sending the bag shuttering against the force and earning a clap of appreciation from the exercise physiology student he's paired with. Dr. Covey isn't an aspiring boxer or a former champion. He's a retired physician on a mission to improve his health after receiving a Parkinson's diagnosis. Like his fellow classmates in West Virginia University's Boxing for Power program, he's hoping to counteract the effects of Parkinson's, a brain disorder that causes unintended or uncontrollable movements affecting both balance and coordination.Wed, 10 May 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-05-15T15:59:58-04:00cf231829-d158-460f-b3a0-eec6256ed674https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=more-thanmascot-mikel-hager-shares-his-experience-asstudent-inwvu-school-of-medicinesompurposeMikel Hager, a senior in the West Virginia University School of Medicine's exercise physiology undergraduate program, is set to make his first public appearance as the 69th Mountaineer Mascot at the annual Gold-Blue Spring Football game. While this will be Hager's first time representing the university in the buckskins, Hager's passion for WVU and for sports started long before he became the university's mascot.Mon, 17 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-04-17T14:33:38-04:0067b17e48-3331-48e2-9703-586fb7ad1fd0https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2023/03/04/boone-county-native-named-69th-wvu-mountaineer-mascotsompurposeA four-year West Virginia University cheerleader and former high school football player determined to inspire the young people in his hometown and fans across Mountaineer Nation will don the buckskins and carry the rifle as the 69th Mountaineer mascot.Mon, 06 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -05002023-03-17T14:23:47-04:00bb2499cd-63ed-44ee-bf1d-3c9d0b1f327bhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=free-personalized-aquatic-therapy-sessions-available-for-university-communitysomhealUnder the supervision of Lori Sherlock, Ed.D., graduating seniors in exercise physiology with an emphasis in aquatic therapy will be hosting free one-on-one sessions at the WVU Student Recreation Center for adults and children who can benefit.Thu, 19 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -05002023-01-23T11:00:10-05:00008ff7f6-c52e-48f2-98db-b626936b4005https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=division-of-exercise-physiology-seeks-participants-for-cubii-research-studysomdiscoverThe West Virginia University School of Medicine Division of Exercise Physiology is seeking participants for a research study on the effectiveness of using a Cubii seated elliptical to increase physical activity during the workday.Wed, 18 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -05002023-01-30T15:33:13-05:0053e88a6b-34db-4af4-a5b6-8a185623e1d0https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=sisters-share-experiences-from-their-journeys-towvu-school-of-medicine-and-beyondsomempowerSisters Rachel and Sarah Reppert have a lot in common. From an early interest in the health care field to majoring in exercise physiology for their undergraduate degrees, the siblings consider West Virginia University Health Sciences and the School of Medicine to be influential parts of their story.Tue, 17 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -05002023-01-26T11:54:54-05:00