Current News & Announcements
During Fall 2021, Winter 21-22 Department of Kinesiology conducted second phase of data collection for research study that has started in Fall 2019. The purpose of study is to assess the Biomechanical, Physiological and anthropometric characteristics of Division I college baseball pitchers. In addition to the parameters measured in fall 2019, the K5, and Pitch AI data have also been collected. Major equipment used in study include COSMED Metabolic cart, InBody 770, Armcare device, Biodex dynamometer, Bertec Force plates embedded in customized pitching mount and covered with turf, 12 camera Qualysis Motion capture system, Pitch AI, Rapsodo pitching device.
During Fall 2021, Winter 21-22 Department of Kinesiology conducted second phase of data collection for research study that has started in Fall 2019. The purpose of study is to assess the Biomechanical, Physiological and anthropometric characteristics of Division I college baseball pitchers. In addition to the parameters measured in fall 2019, the K5, and Pitch AI data have also been collected. Major equipment used in study include COSMED Metabolic cart, InBody 770, Armcare device, Biodex dynamometer, Bertec Force plates embedded in customized pitching mount and covered with turf, 12 camera Qualysis Motion capture system, Pitch AI, Rapsodo pitching device.
Pitch AI 2-D Analysis Screen
Pitch AI 2-D Analysis Screen
Body Composition measurement using InBody 770
Body Composition measurement using InBody 770
Measurement of Range of motion, and Isometric strength using Armcare Unit
Measurement of Range of motion, and Isometric strength using Armcare Unit
Pitcher with K5 unit (for Oxygen Consumption measurement), and Markers (for 3- D motion analysis)
Pitcher with K5 unit (for Oxygen Consumption measurement), and Markers (for 3- D motion analysis)
Dr. Castleberry started data collection for his research on Blood Pressure Responses to Various Load Bearing Apparatuses in Police Officers.
Dr. Castleberry started data collection for his research on Blood Pressure Responses to Various Load Bearing Apparatuses in Police Officers.
Purpose: Recently, there have been health reports in police officers that have evaluated blood pressure and health risks of duty belts compared to a load bearing duty vest. To date, these reports have been published to various groups including city councils, police departments, and other city officials. No published research has been conducted following strict protocols and statistical analysis of blood pressure in police officers. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to evaluate blood pressure differences on police officers utilizing different apparatuses designed to hold their gear.
Purpose: Recently, there have been health reports in police officers that have evaluated blood pressure and health risks of duty belts compared to a load bearing duty vest. To date, these reports have been published to various groups including city councils, police departments, and other city officials. No published research has been conducted following strict protocols and statistical analysis of blood pressure in police officers. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to evaluate blood pressure differences on police officers utilizing different apparatuses designed to hold their gear.
Dr. Gleason discussed about contemporary thought on football conditioning methods. He also discussed one of his article that was published in the conference edition of AFCA magazine, entitled “Frontiers of Conditioning”. The article was a discussion of conditioning tools used by three respected strength and conditioning coaches—Damon Harrington’s cross-field tempo running, Kurt Hester’s sled pushing and bar grappling, and shuttle running, and Bret Huth’s repeat sprint ability grid.
Dr. Gleason discussed about contemporary thought on football conditioning methods. He also discussed one of his article that was published in the conference edition of AFCA magazine, entitled “Frontiers of Conditioning”. The article was a discussion of conditioning tools used by three respected strength and conditioning coaches—Damon Harrington’s cross-field tempo running, Kurt Hester’s sled pushing and bar grappling, and shuttle running, and Bret Huth’s repeat sprint ability grid.
This fall 2019, the Department of Kinesiology began a baseball research study to assess the physiological and anthropometric characteristics of Division I college baseball pitchers over an entire year and to determine any relationships to their pitching performance. This research is using the latest technology available in the sports world and, to our knowledge, is one of the largest sets of data ever recorded for baseball pitching at one time. This research study includes 19 pitchers and a research team of 15 people for testing 8 major categories of tests measuring more than 50 different parameter. The main equipment used in the study are a Biodex Isokinetic Dynamometer, a COSMED Metabolic Cart and Woodway treadmill, a 12-camera Qualisys 3D Motion capture System, 2 Bertec Force-plates embedded in custom made pitching mound, a Rapsodo Pitching device, Jamar Hand and Pinch Dynamometers, a Stalker Radar gun, a Vertec and an InBody 770 BIA body composition device
This fall 2019, the Department of Kinesiology began a baseball research study to assess the physiological and anthropometric characteristics of Division I college baseball pitchers over an entire year and to determine any relationships to their pitching performance. This research is using the latest technology available in the sports world and, to our knowledge, is one of the largest sets of data ever recorded for baseball pitching at one time. This research study includes 19 pitchers and a research team of 15 people for testing 8 major categories of tests measuring more than 50 different parameter. The main equipment used in the study are a Biodex Isokinetic Dynamometer, a COSMED Metabolic Cart and Woodway treadmill, a 12-camera Qualisys 3D Motion capture System, 2 Bertec Force-plates embedded in custom made pitching mound, a Rapsodo Pitching device, Jamar Hand and Pinch Dynamometers, a Stalker Radar gun, a Vertec and an InBody 770 BIA body composition device
Vertical Jump - 3 D motion capture and force Plate
Vertical Jump - 3 D motion capture and force Plate
Pinch Test
Pinch Test
3 D motion Capture screen
3 D motion Capture screen
Pacer Test
Pacer Test
Pitching- 3 D motion capture and force Plate
Pitching- 3 D motion capture and force Plate
Dynamometer Stength Test
Dynamometer Stength Test
Rapsodo Pitching Data
Rapsodo Pitching Data
VO2 Max Testing
VO2 Max Testing
Craig Kramer, the VP of Business Development at NCS America, travelled to Ruston from Indianapolis, IN to work with Dr. Szymanski and Mr. Singh to collect pilot data using Show Motion technology to record the kinematics of the scapula while performing bench pressing motions lying on a traditional flat bench and a modified bench. Click Here for Gallery
Craig Kramer, the VP of Business Development at NCS America, travelled to Ruston from Indianapolis, IN to work with Dr. Szymanski and Mr. Singh to collect pilot data using Show Motion technology to record the kinematics of the scapula while performing bench pressing motions lying on a traditional flat bench and a modified bench. Click Here for Gallery
Dr. Blazo has recently been named the 'Reviewer of the Year’ for the journal Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly. Click Here
Dr. Blazo has recently been named the 'Reviewer of the Year’ for the journal Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly. Click Here
Dr. Mu Qiao has been recognized as outstanding contributions to review the manuscripts submitted to the Journal of Theoretical Biology. The Journal of Theoretical Biology is a peer-reviewed high impact journal covering theoretical, mathematical, computational and statistical aspects of biology.
Dr. Mu Qiao has been recognized as outstanding contributions to review the manuscripts submitted to the Journal of Theoretical Biology. The Journal of Theoretical Biology is a peer-reviewed high impact journal covering theoretical, mathematical, computational and statistical aspects of biology.
HPL has recently added COSMED K5 unit (Portatable Metabolic device) in lab . K5 is one of the most advanced technology available in market to measure metabolic parameters. Due to its unique wearable design, this device provides freedom to measure CRE in actual performance environments. HPL had also conducted a training session for in order to learn and explore the K5 use in research and teaching.
HPL has recently added COSMED K5 unit (Portatable Metabolic device) in lab . K5 is one of the most advanced technology available in market to measure metabolic parameters. Due to its unique wearable design, this device provides freedom to measure CRE in actual performance environments. HPL had also conducted a training session for in order to learn and explore the K5 use in research and teaching.
On 21st Feb 2019, Students from Bossier Schools interested in Health Sciences had visited department of Kinesiology. During their visit they received information regarding admission procedures and policies,different coursework offered, job opportunities in Kinesiology. They also learned about different laboratories and equipment present in the department and their significance in clinical and sport performance purposes.Click Here
On 21st Feb 2019, Students from Bossier Schools interested in Health Sciences had visited department of Kinesiology. During their visit they received information regarding admission procedures and policies,different coursework offered, job opportunities in Kinesiology. They also learned about different laboratories and equipment present in the department and their significance in clinical and sport performance purposes.Click Here
Dr Gleason gives a presentation on running to the ROTC detachment on Wednesday December 5th 2018.
Dr Gleason gives a presentation on running to the ROTC detachment on Wednesday December 5th 2018.
Travis Self (Sports Performance Graduate Student) and Dr. Ben Gleason have presented their research poster titled “Relationship of subjective pain and soreness relative to primary volume load and specific training cycles” at the East Tennessee State University Coaches Conference in Johnson City, TN November 29, 2018.
Travis Self (Sports Performance Graduate Student) and Dr. Ben Gleason have presented their research poster titled “Relationship of subjective pain and soreness relative to primary volume load and specific training cycles” at the East Tennessee State University Coaches Conference in Johnson City, TN November 29, 2018.
LA Tech: Department Of Kinesiology at LAHPERD 2018:
LA Tech: Department Of Kinesiology at LAHPERD 2018:
Dr. Jean Chen has presented at LAHPERD 2018 convention on Novemeber 1st in Baton Rouge. The topic for the presentation was "Run,Jump, and Play! It's Our Field Day!". The presentation was about enlightening the Field day ideas to deliver meaningful messages through physical activity and healthy competitions.
Dr. Jean Chen has presented at LAHPERD 2018 convention on Novemeber 1st in Baton Rouge. The topic for the presentation was "Run,Jump, and Play! It's Our Field Day!". The presentation was about enlightening the Field day ideas to deliver meaningful messages through physical activity and healthy competitions.
Dr. Chen has also presented eight posters in the LAHPERD 2018 Convention. First author for these posters were graduate students Dylan Colletti, Brittany Luttrell, Ashton Green, Jordan McGuire, Quinton Powell, Chris Williams, and Kayla Wincko. For Details Click Here
Dr. Chen has also presented eight posters in the LAHPERD 2018 Convention. First author for these posters were graduate students Dylan Colletti, Brittany Luttrell, Ashton Green, Jordan McGuire, Quinton Powell, Chris Williams, and Kayla Wincko. For Details Click Here
Ms. Smiley Reeves has presented at LAHPERD 2018 convention on Novemeber 2nd in Baton Rouge. The topic for the presentation was "No Pool, No Problem" which was about aquatic themed activities using noodles, Kick-boards, and Foam water weights for elementary school children.
Ms. Smiley Reeves has presented at LAHPERD 2018 convention on Novemeber 2nd in Baton Rouge. The topic for the presentation was "No Pool, No Problem" which was about aquatic themed activities using noodles, Kick-boards, and Foam water weights for elementary school children.
Ms. Lacey Deal has presented at LAHPERD 2018 convention on Novemeber 2nd in Baton Rouge. The topic for the presentation was "Field Day for All !! Developing a day for special needs student"
Ms. Lacey Deal has presented at LAHPERD 2018 convention on Novemeber 2nd in Baton Rouge. The topic for the presentation was "Field Day for All !! Developing a day for special needs student"
I.A. Lewis school students visited department of Kinesiology on May 10th. They have been told about the kinesiology and different aspect of it. They have also been taken to different labs in the department to give some exposure about research areas in Kinesiology.
I.A. Lewis school students visited department of Kinesiology on May 10th. They have been told about the kinesiology and different aspect of it. They have also been taken to different labs in the department to give some exposure about research areas in Kinesiology.
Dr. Gleason gave the presentation on “Nutrition basics for body composition and performance enhancement” to the LaTech cheer squad on April 29th.
Dr. Gleason gave the presentation on “Nutrition basics for body composition and performance enhancement” to the LaTech cheer squad on April 29th.
On April 26th, Students from Bossier Schools interested in Health Sciences had visited department of Kinesiology. During their visit they received information regarding admission procedures and policies,different coursework offered, job opportunities in Kinesiology. They also learned about different laboratories and equipment present in the department and their clinical and sport performance aspects.
On April 26th, Students from Bossier Schools interested in Health Sciences had visited department of Kinesiology. During their visit they received information regarding admission procedures and policies,different coursework offered, job opportunities in Kinesiology. They also learned about different laboratories and equipment present in the department and their clinical and sport performance aspects.
On Saturday, April 21, 2018 Dr. Szymanski gave a presentation at the NSCA 2018 Missouri State Clinic at Lindenwood University in St. Charles, MO. Click here for the presentation
On Saturday, April 21, 2018 Dr. Szymanski gave a presentation at the NSCA 2018 Missouri State Clinic at Lindenwood University in St. Charles, MO. Click here for the presentation
On March 27th Department of Kinesiology has organized the seminar on "...So I didn't get in to PT school...". In this seminar different KINE faculties talked about several job sectors and opportunities available after graduating in Kinesiology. Around 40 Students had attended this seminar.
On March 27th Department of Kinesiology has organized the seminar on "...So I didn't get in to PT school...". In this seminar different KINE faculties talked about several job sectors and opportunities available after graduating in Kinesiology. Around 40 Students had attended this seminar.
Dr. Gleason speaks at the NSCA Coaches Conference in Charlotte, NC. on Jan 5th 2018
Dr. Gleason speaks at the NSCA Coaches Conference in Charlotte, NC. on Jan 5th 2018
Dr. Szymanski gives Health & Wellness presentation on Dec. 5th 2017 at Lambright Sports and Wellness Center. The topic for the presentation "How to Get the Most out of Your Weight Training Workout". Click here for presentation material
Dr. Szymanski gives Health & Wellness presentation on Dec. 5th 2017 at Lambright Sports and Wellness Center. The topic for the presentation "How to Get the Most out of Your Weight Training Workout". Click here for presentation material
Dr. Szymanski and Dr. Gleason from gave a presentation about their researches on Friday, Dec 1, 2017 at the Center for Biomedical Engineering & Rehabilitation Science (CBERS) 2017 First Research Meeting in the Biomedical Engineering Building.
Dr. Szymanski and Dr. Gleason from gave a presentation about their researches on Friday, Dec 1, 2017 at the Center for Biomedical Engineering & Rehabilitation Science (CBERS) 2017 First Research Meeting in the Biomedical Engineering Building.
High School Sports Medicine Field Trip from Bossier Parish School for Technology and Innovative Learning (BPSTIL) visited department of Kinesiology on 10/26/2017. Dr. David Szymanski has shared his experiences, explained admission procedures and policies,different coursework offered, and also talked about job opportunities in Kinesiology. Mr. Vishesh Singh also talked to the students about different laboratories and equipment present in the department in relation to their clinical and sport performance aspects.
High School Sports Medicine Field Trip from Bossier Parish School for Technology and Innovative Learning (BPSTIL) visited department of Kinesiology on 10/26/2017. Dr. David Szymanski has shared his experiences, explained admission procedures and policies,different coursework offered, and also talked about job opportunities in Kinesiology. Mr. Vishesh Singh also talked to the students about different laboratories and equipment present in the department in relation to their clinical and sport performance aspects.
Dr. Szymanski gave presentation on “Dr. Szymanski and the Scientific Quest for Optimal Baseball Performance” at Texas A&M University.This presentation was sponsored by the Department of Health & Kinesiology at Texas A&M University. He spoke about 19 different research studies, articles, and abstracts involving the topic of bat velocity for youth, high school, and college baseball players that He has presented or published since 1998.
Dr. Szymanski gave presentation on “Dr. Szymanski and the Scientific Quest for Optimal Baseball Performance” at Texas A&M University.This presentation was sponsored by the Department of Health & Kinesiology at Texas A&M University. He spoke about 19 different research studies, articles, and abstracts involving the topic of bat velocity for youth, high school, and college baseball players that He has presented or published since 1998.
Dr. Gleason gives presentation to Biomedical Engineering about "Research in Sport Performance"
Dr. Gleason gives presentation to Biomedical Engineering about "Research in Sport Performance"
Dr. Szymanski Speaks to West Monroe High school baseball team on “Resistance Training for High School Baseball Players”. His talk has included various important topics like Common Injuries/Issues, Prevention Strategies, Rotator Cuff Training Program, Periodized Resistance Training Program,Torso Training, Explosive Training etc.
Dr. Szymanski Speaks to West Monroe High school baseball team on “Resistance Training for High School Baseball Players”. His talk has included various important topics like Common Injuries/Issues, Prevention Strategies, Rotator Cuff Training Program, Periodized Resistance Training Program,Torso Training, Explosive Training etc.
Dr. Blazo presentation at San Diego conference.He was part of a symposium on studying youth sport from a developmental perspective. His presentation was titled "Sibling relationship profiles and sport perceptions in young athletes."
Dr. Blazo presentation at San Diego conference.He was part of a symposium on studying youth sport from a developmental perspective. His presentation was titled "Sibling relationship profiles and sport perceptions in young athletes."
