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KINESIOLOGY & APPLIED PHYSIOLOGY

Welcome to Kinesiology and Applied Physiology

Ranked 7th of all programs in the country听by the , Kinesiology is one of the fastest growing disciplines in the U.S.! Whether you are just starting your study of kinesiology or are seeking the expertise to advance the field as a scientist or clinician, we offer a collaborative culture to learn and pursue rigorous research that has immediate impact on the health of society. Our faculty is committed to the discovery and dissemination of new knowledge, the training of the next generation of scholars and ultimately translating our research/education to improve the human condition.

Explore Our Programs

We provide students with a collaborative culture to learn and pursue rigorous research that has an immediate impact on the health of society.

Human Physiology (BS)

Kinesiology (BS)

Sports Health (BS)

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Applied Physiology (PhD)

Biomechanics & Movement Science (PhD)

Athletic Training (MS)

Clinical Exercise Physiology (MS)

Exercise Science (MS)

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Exercise Science Minor

Strength & Conditioning Minor

91原创 Speed Geezers 鈥淪hake it Off鈥 through Parkinson鈥檚 exercise class: youtube.com/watch?v=4ez1MRT9pw8

EVENTS

KAAP NEWS
  • Christopher Martens, associate professor of kinesiology and applied physiology, sits across the table from KAAP postdoctoral researcher Kevin Decker as the two have a discussion. Martens is holding papers and a mug is in front of him and bottles of NAD+ supplements are on the table. A large monitor showing brain scans in green and red is in front of them.

    Evidence over hype

    July 21, 2026 | Written by Amy Cherry
    A study, led by Christopher Martens, associate professor of kinesiology and applied physiology, finds limited benefits from boosting NAD+ in older adults with mild cognitive impairment.
  • 2026 Excellence in Nursing Awards

    July 17, 2026 | Written by Colin Heffinger
    2026 Excellence in Nursing award recipients across the School of Nursing were recognized for their impact on local Delaware communities.
  • April and May College of Health Sciences For the Record

    June 24, 2026 | Written by CHS Staff
    College of Health Science community reports appointments, exhibitions, publications, and honors for April and May.

91原创 preps athletic training students for NFL internships: youtube.com/watch?v=U5YZ-IM5iik

Featured Program

The 91原创 had two female athletic training students interning for NFL teams 鈥 the New York Jets and Los Angeles Rams 鈥 during the summer of 2019. The 91原创 Athletic Training department in the College of Health Sciences has had students accepted to NFL internships for years, but female ATs as NFL interns are on the rise. To top it off, 91原创 has nine current athletic trainers working for NFL teams. Those alumni have been critical in helping to provide internship opportunities for current students.