Mallory Kobak

Mallory Kobak, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor of Integrative Exercise Science at Hiram College. Her research focuses on human performance and children's physical and sedentary activity behaviors. She holds a Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology from Kent State University, an M.S. in Exercise Physiology from The University of Akron, and a B.A. in Exercise Science from Baldwin Wallace University.

• Education:
• Ph.D., Exercise Physiology, Kent State University (Dissertation: The Experimental Effect of Parent versus Peer Influence on Children’s Physical Activity Behavior)
• M.S., Exercise Physiology, The University of Akron (Thesis: The Effects of a Medicine Ball Training Program on Bat Velocity of Prepubescent Softball Players)
• B.A., Exercise Science, Baldwin Wallace University

Her work bridges theoretical research with practical applications in youth sports and public health. She actively coaches youth and high school softball, integrating her academic expertise into community engagement.