Scarlet Jost

Scarlet Jost is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Health, Leisure and Sport Science at Oral Roberts University, where she has served since 1975. She directs the Human Performance Lab, conducting fitness assessments for students, faculty, and Tulsa community members, and collaborates with the ORU Medical School on cardiovascular and muscle physiology research.

Education:

• Bachelor's from Illinois State University (Health, Physical Education and English Literature)
• Master's in Exercise Physiology from Western Illinois University (1983)

Her research focuses on body composition (developing population-specific body fat prediction equations), cardiovascular responses to G-forces in pilots, and mechanisms of muscle soreness. She has contributed to cardiac rehabilitation programs and fitness evaluation protocols for special populations through both independent and collaborative work.

Professor Jost has taught diverse courses including Anatomy & Physiology, Kinesiology, and Exercise for Special Populations, mentoring students through Senior Paper projects for 25 years. She has served on over 50 university committees and pioneered eportfolio development in her department.

A 43-year member of the American College of Sports Medicine, she recently designed a certification preparation program for Health and Exercise Science majors, significantly enhancing their professional qualifications and job market competitiveness.