Jason Wagganer, Ph.D., FACSM, ACSM-EP
Chair / Professor - Exercise Science — Allied Health, Kinesiology, & Sport Sciences
I am entering my 15th year at Southeast Missouri State University, my sixth year as Chairperson. My primary educational background is Exercise Physiology, with a line of research in body composition changes over time in Division I athletes. I am a Certified Exercise Physiologist (EP) and Fellow through the American College of Sports Medicine. I am very active in the Central States Chapter of the American College of Sports Medicine, currently serving as the Executive Director. I have 16 published peer-reviewed journal articles, one book chapter, 80+ published conference proceedings, and several internal grants. I am currently serving as an American Kinesiology Leadership Institute Mentor after being named a Fellow in 2023. I currently serve as the Chair of the Board for the Prevention Resource Center, am a member of the Communication and Marketing Committee for the American Kinesiology Association, serve as an invited reviewer for multiple peer-reviewed professional journals, and sit on several external advisory boards.
What area do you teach?
Exercise Science, Health Sciences
Education/Degree(s)
Ph.D. Exercise Physiology 2009, University of North Carolina at Greensboro
M.S. Nutrition and Exercise Science 2002, Southeast Missouri State University
B.S. Health Management: Fitness & Sports Medicine 2000, Southeast Missouri State University
Related Articles
- Spokely, N.J., Kearney, M.L., Cervantes, C.R., & Wagganer, J.D. (2025). Plyometrics Evokes Non-Localized Post-Activation Performance Enhancement During the Bench Press in Experienced, Recreational Male Lifters. Journal of Science in Sport and Exercise (In-Press).
- McDowell, K.W., Johnson, R.J., Kearney, M.L., Pujol, T.J., Walling, J.D., & Wagganer J.D. (2021). Body Composition and Power Output Changes in NCAA Division I American Football Linebackers Throughout a Competitive Season. Cervantes, C., Barnes, J.T. International Journal of Strength and Conditioning, 1(1):1-11.
- Syed-Abdul, M.M., Soni, D.S., Barnes, J.T., & Wagganer, J.D. (2021). Comparative Analysis of BIA, IBC, and DXA for Determining Body Fat in American Football Players. The Journal of Sports Medicine and Physical Fitness, 61(5): 687-692. 10.23736/s0022-4707.21.11278-2.
- Syed-Abdul, M.M., Soni, D.S., Xin, L., & Wagganer, J.D. (2020). Effects of Eating While Walking on Blood Glucose Concentrations. Endocrines, 1(1): 13-21.
- Miller, W.M., Barnes, J.T., Sofo, S.S., & Wagganer, J.D. (2019). Comparison of Myoelectric Activity During a Suspension-Based and Traditional Split Squat. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 33(12): 3236-3241. 10.1519/JSC.0000000000003338.
Professional Organizations
- American College of Sports Medicine, National Member, 2000-Present
- American College of Sports Medicine, Central States Chapter Regional Member, 2010-Present
Awards and Honors
- American College of Sports Medicine Leadership & Diversity Training Program, Mentor, Level 2 Student, 2025
- Mentor, American Kinesiology Association Leadership Institute (7th cohort), 2025
- Fellow, American Kinesiology Association Leadership Institute (6th cohort), 2023
- Fellow, American College of Sports Medicine, 2020
Best Advice for Students
Students need to study in a manner that allows for re-teaching to another student. This requires diligent daily reading of the textbook and white-page studying.
“ Teaching is the best way to learn. ”