WHY EXERCISE SCIENCE?
I have had the great fortune of working with my high school sports teams. I was on the football sidelines, just beyond the tennis court, and the ends of the pool. Sports medicine was the first influence beyond the classroom where I was able to apply the knowledge I had and learn from the athletic trainers. I was placed in an environment where I could ask questions comfortably and explore "why?" Exercise science is a major where I can explore the "why" behind physical activities and exercises. I can study the movements, the body parts, the energy, and how they all work together.
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My major explores numerous aspects of physical activity, exercise, sport, and athletic performance and how they all overlap with the use of movements. The impact on the body and the mind are key topics. Exercise Science is more about behavioral, functional, nutritional,
physiologic, psychological, and structural adaptations to movement.
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One key goal of mind during my undergraduate years is to bring a holistic approach to health. I want to gain knowledge on fitness, nutrition, and mental health to bring a well-rounded approach to my future career. I want to become a leader in my field showing that fitness is for everyone!
CAREER GOALS
I will be graduating from IUPUI in 2024 with my Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology along with a minor in health psychology. I then plan to apply to PT school, specifically Indiana University's DPT program. I'm looking at a four year undergraduate degree plan along with three years of a doctoral PT program.
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A future prospect of mine is going into physical therapy. I'm especially interested in pediatric physical therapy with Riley's Children Hospital right here in Indy! I'm inspired by the medical professionals who are our front line workers. Seeing as the 'baby boomer' generation is aging, physical therapy is such a needed profession with a great outlook for the future. There are various fields I can specialize in which leaves room for growth in my career. I am drawn to the American College of Sports Medicine and the American Physical Therapy Association. The matter closest to my heart is breakthrough medical revelations that promote healthy, long lives.
Jim Rohn
"Take care of your body. It's the only place you have to live."