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Dr. Heath Burton is an Associate Professor of Health Sciences at Furman University, where he teaches courses in human anatomy, physiology, wellness, and aging science. His research focuses on metabolic and cardiovascular factors influencing exercise performance, sedentary behavior’s impact on cardiometabolic health, and interventions to counteract inactivity. He returned to Furman in 2024 after completing his Ph.D. in Kinesiology at the University of Texas at Austin, where his work on inactivity’s effects on postprandial fat metabolism earned recognition as the 2022 Paper of the Year in Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Kinesiology, University of Texas at Austin
- M.S. in Kinesiology, University of Texas at Austin
- B.S., Furman University
Research interests emphasize the efficacy of power training to reduce injury risk, biomechanics of running/cycling, and the role of exercise in mitigating aging-related physical decline. His work bridges laboratory studies with real-world applications, particularly in optimizing training regimens and combating sedentary lifestyles.
Awards:
- Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise® Paper of the Year (2022)
- UT Austin College of Education Dissertation Fellowship (2019)
- Outstanding Teaching Assistant Award finalist (2018)
Dr. Burton also serves as an associate editor for ACSM’s Health & Fitness Journal and chairs the ACSM Strength and Conditioning Interest Group. His career highlights include mentoring students and fostering collaborative research across disciplines.
