Advancing Human Sport Performance and Wellbeing

The Wellstar Center for Research on Human Sport Performance and Wellbeing advances innovation in sport science, athlete health, and human performance through interdisciplinary research, education, and community engagement. Housed within Kennesaw State University's Wellstar College of Health and Human Services, the Center explores how emerging technologies, data analytics, and evidence-based practices can enhance athletic performance, support injury prevention and recovery, and promote the physical and mental well-being of athletes and active populations.

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The Center's Goals

Advance sport performance research through the application of wearable technologies, data analytics, artificial intelligence, and other emerging innovations.


Improve athlete health and well-being by investigating strategies related to injury prevention, rehabilitation, nutrition, behavioral health, and recovery.


Support interdisciplinary collaboration among faculty, students, healthcare professionals, and athletic practitioners across KSU and Wellstar Health System.


Develop future leaders and researchers by providing faculty fellowships, graduate research assistantships, and experiential learning opportunities.


Generate impactful scholarship that contributes to the advancement of sport science, healthcare, and human performance practices regionally and nationally.


Strengthen KSU Athletics and community partnerships through applied research that supports data-informed decision-making and athlete success.


Serve as a regional resource and innovation hub for research, education, and best practices in sport performance, wellness, and human health.

Leadership

dr gerald mangine

Dr. Gerald T. Mangine is a Professor of Exercise Science and Sport Management at Kennesaw State University and serves as Director of the Center for Human Research in Sport Performance and Wellbeing. A nationally recognized scholar in strength training, biomechanics, and athletic performance, he joined KSU in 2015 after earning his Ph.D. in Exercise Science from the University of Central Florida. Before entering academia, Dr. Mangine spent more than a decade as a strength coach and personal trainer, bringing extensive applied experience to his teaching and research. He is the recipient of the National Strength and Conditioning Association's Terry J. Housh Outstanding Young Investigator Award and is an active leader within the profession, frequently presenting at and hosting major events. 

 

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