Chris Vigna

Chris Vigna is an Associate Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at the University of Waterloo, serving concurrently as Associate Chair of Undergraduate Studies. He specializes in teaching and research focused on muscle and exercise physiology, emphasizing student engagement and academic development. His courses span foundational kinesiology principles to advanced topics in muscle physiology and research methodologies.

• Education:
• BSc, University of Waterloo
• MSc, University of Waterloo
• PhD, University of Waterloo

His research interests revolve around physiological responses and adaptations to exercise, with a focus on skeletal and cardiovascular muscle systems. He designs curricula to ignite student curiosity about kinesiology, notably through KIN 104 (Fundamentals of Kinesiology), a gateway course for undergraduates. Courses like KIN 202 and KIN 232 further reflect his commitment to integrating exercise science with statistical research methods.

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