Kristin Heumann

Kristin Heumann is a Professor of Kinesiology and Assistant Academic Department Head at Colorado Mesa University, where she plays a pivotal role in shaping academic programs in Exercise Science, Fitness & Health Promotion, and Outdoor Recreation Industry Studies. She also oversees the Health & Wellness course and all activity courses within the Department of Kinesiology.

Her educational background includes a PhD and MS in Exercise and Wellness-related fields from Arizona State University and a BA in Physical Education from Northwestern College. She has taught at multiple institutions, including Arizona State University, Chandler Gilbert Community College, and Universidad Europea de Madrid.

Her research spans exercise effects on bone health, physical activity assessment, health outcomes in allied health programs, and jump rope as a physical activity. She has extensively studied deployment-related fitness changes and medical utilization in military populations. Her recent work also explores baseball performance and wellness course utilization in higher education.

Her peer-reviewed publications and co-authored textbook Wellness for Life reflect her commitment to advancing kinesiology education and practice. Her research often investigates strength training, recovery modalities like hyperbaric oxygen therapy and cryotherapy, and innovative physical education techniques.

• Education Recognition Program Director, NSCA
• Colorado State Director, NSCA
• Member, NSCA National Women's Committee

Heumann has advised student research and collaborated widely, particularly with S.R. Murray and J.R. Hawkins. She has been instrumental in curriculum development and program accreditation through the NSCA. She has not received explicit grant mentions in the text, but her research projects suggest institutional or collaborative funding.

She leads initiatives in kinesiology education and professional development through her roles in the NSCA and within her department. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes critical thinking, hands-on learning, and real-world application.