Dr. Cameron Munger
Areas of Expertise
- Kinesiology
- Sports Sciences
Biography
Dr. Cameron Munger’s primary interest lies in the kinetic and physiological responses to acute and short-term methods of resistance training. His primary line of research is in eccentric overload and his secondary interest is in postactivation potentiation. He also assesses the performances of a variety of collegiate, elite, and professional athletes (sprinting, volleyball, football, rugby, softball, and hockey players). He holds his Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist certification through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). You may spot him hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family in the off-hours.
Education
PhD, New Mexico State University (NMSU), Las Cruces, NM 2020
- Major: Kinesiology
- Emphasis: Performance Enhancement
- Dissertation: Short-Term Effects of Eccentric Overload Versus Traditional Back Squat Training on Strength and Power
MS, California State University, Fullerton, CA 2017
- Major: Kinesiology
- Emphasis: Performance Enhancement
- Thesis: Acute Effects of Eccentric Overload on Concentric Front Squat Performance
BS, California State University, Fullerton, CA 2015
- Major: Kinesiology
Courses Taught
- Applied Strength and Conditioning
- Essentials of Strength and Conditioning
- Implementation of a Strength program
- Applied Biomechanics of Sport and Motion
- Principles in Biomechanics
- Collaborative Research
- Research Methods
- Capstone
- Medical Terminology
- Human Anatomy and Physiology Lab
- Introduction to Exercise Science
- Motor Learning
Community Interests and Involvement
- Assessment, Performance Guidance, and Nutritional Guidance for Air Force ROTC and Tactical Athletes
- Hockey Club Performance Testing
- Employee Wellness Program
