Matthew C. Wagner

Matthew C. Wagner is an Associate Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at Sam Houston State University's College of Health Sciences. With a career spanning over two decades since joining in 1994, his academic journey progressed from Adjunct to Assistant Professor (2005) and finally Associate Professor (2015). He serves as Graduate Coordinator for the Sport & Human Performance program.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Kinesiology, Texas A&M University
• M.A. in Kinesiology, Sam Houston State University
• B.S. in Criminal Justice, Sam Houston State University

Dr. Wagner specializes in health and wellness interventions for law enforcement and correctional officers. His research explores biomarker responses to exercise, caloric expenditure accuracy in training equipment, and behavioral change strategies for occupational populations. He combines kinesiological principles with public safety health initiatives.

His recent publications focus on occupational health metrics for law enforcement, exercise-induced physiological responses, and fitness technology validation. Collaborative work with multidisciplinary teams examines multicultural senior officer populations and agility training outcomes.

Scientific Awards:

• EURECA Grant (2016) - $8,000
• Law Enforcement Management Institute of Texas Grant (2010) - $10,000
• Innovative Fitness Grant (2009) - $2,000

Dr. Wagner has secured multiple research grants totaling over $20,000, including studies on behavioral diet/exercise changes and plyometric training effects. He serves as a frequent speaker at law enforcement wellness conferences and contributes to policy development in public safety health standards.