Robert D. Chetlin

Robert D. Chetlin is an Associate Professor and Exercise Science Program Director at Mercyhurst University's Department of Sports Medicine, where he also serves as NSCA-ERP Director.

His academic credentials include:

• B.A. in Political Science from Northwestern University
• M.S. in Exercise Physiology from West Virginia University School of Medicine
• Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology from West Virginia University School of Medicine

His research examines physiological, biological, hormonal, genetic, and epigenetic responses to exercise across recreational, athletic, clinical, and vocational populations, with publications spanning Muscle and Nerve, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, and Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise.

Professional distinctions include NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with Distinction (CSCS*D) and ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-EP), alongside senior editorship of the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research.