Liza Reader
Program Director & Instructor of Exercise Science
Education
- Ph.D. in Educational Leadership and Organizational Development (Sports Administration), University of Louisville
- M.S. in Exercise Physiology (Strength & Conditioning), University of Louisville
- B.S. in Exercise and Health Sciences, Kennesaw State University
Research Interests
Collegiate Athlete Motivations to Participate in Strength and ConditioningCourses Taught
- EXSC 201: Foundations in Exercise Science and Physical Education
- EXSC 340L: Exercise Physiology Lab
Selected Publications
- Topp, R., Ledford, E.R., & Jacks, D.E. (2013), “Topical menthol, ice, peripheral blood flow, and perceived discomfort.” Journal of Athletic Training, 48(2), 220-225.
- Jones, N.B., & Ledford, E. (2012), “Strength and Conditioning for Brazilian Jiu-jitsu.” Strength and Conditioning Journal, 34(2), 60-69.
- Carter, K., Roberts, A., Sunderman, S., Ledford, E., & Pennington, R. (Under Revision), “Use of video modeling in teaching weight lifting techniques to adults with Down syndrome.” Journal of Sport Science.