Lance Bollinger

Lance Bollinger, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor in the Kinesiology department at the University of Kentucky, where he teaches courses on Nutrition and Physical Fitness, Exercise Testing and Prescription, and Skeletal Muscle Physiology. He also coordinates the Practicum in Kinesiology course.

• PhD in Kinesiology (East Carolina University, 2013)
• Research focuses on obesity's effects on skeletal muscle, resistance training mechanics, and physical activity interventions

Dr. Bollinger's research explores how obesity alters neuromuscular function and biomechanics, particularly in the quadriceps and knee extensors. He investigates novel resistance training methods like flywheel-based inertial training for muscle recruitment optimization and workplace physical activity programs to improve employee health. His work bridges biomechanics, exercise physiology, and neuromuscular control.

Recent publications (2023-2025) emphasize resistance training efficacy, sleep-deprivation impacts on strength, and microgravity exercise adaptation. Key themes include muscle fatigue, balance mechanics, and obesity-related movement disorders.