Exercise science has historically been built around male bodies. You could be training against your own hormones every month ...

The protective effect that exercise can have not only the body, but our brain, memory and general wellbeing is something I've spoken to researchers a lot about recently. But what has also become clear ...

Studying exercise science prepares you for careers ranging from the clinical healthcare setting to human performance. The program teaches you about the scientific principles surrounding exercise ...

Adding short bursts of activity can make a real difference.

Gabe McMurtrie grew up immersed in video games until the fateful day in middle school when he discovered wrestling. Wrestling led to football and, then, weightlifting. By high school, he was hooked on ...

Drexel University’s Bachelor of Science (BS) in Exercise Science is a dynamic, interdisciplinary program that blends foundational health and wellness education with advanced training in exercise ...

Two people can do the same aerobic exercise with wildly different results. BYU exercise science researchers are finding a way to make sure everyone gets results from their workout. It’s a common ...

A study exploring the mechanisms behind why cognitive performance improves in response to exercise, has found that dopamine plays a key role. A study exploring the mechanisms behind why cognitive ...

Starting in Fall 2026, all graduate courses in this program will be 100% online. Exercise science undergraduates can accumulate up to 12 credits toward the completion of a master’s degree in exercise ...

Jake Lockert didn’t enroll in a master’s program at Tennessee Tech University expecting it would lead to an executive role with one of the most recognizable brands in the CrossFit world. “I didn’t ...

An exercise science degree can lead to careers in healthcare, fitness, public health, and human performance. At Willamette, you'll study how the body moves, how people stay healthy, and how to turn ...