Christopher J. Sole

Dr. Christopher J. Sole serves as Associate Professor and Department Head of Health and Human Performance at The Citadel. He holds a Ph.D. in Sport Physiology and Performance from East Tennessee State University, alongside master's and bachelor's degrees in Exercise Science from East Stroudsburg University and Manhattan College. His research focuses on integrating technology into sport/exercise, strength/power training adaptations, and performance-injury links in athletes and military populations. Notable work includes studies on plyometric training, countermovement jump mechanics, and spinal cord injury-related muscle loss.

Education:

• Ph.D. Sport Physiology and Performance (East Tennessee State University, 2015)
• M.S. Exercise Science (East Stroudsburg University, 2009)
• B.S. Exercise Science (Manhattan College, 2007)

Research Interests: Technology in sport/exercise, strength training adaptations, athlete/military performance monitoring, and injury prevention. He emphasizes fitness assessment methods and training program development for tactical and athletic populations.

Labs/Teams: Directs the Human Performance Laboratory within the Department of Health and Human Performance. Collaborates on studies involving military cadets, law enforcement, and collegiate athletes.