Doctoral Student
nplaut@vols.utk.edu
Faculty Advisor
Kelley Strohacker, PhD
Courses Taught
| KNS 200 | Introduction to Kinesiology |
Research
Research interests align in exercise psychology, with an emphasis on understanding individual needs and experiences through exercise readiness and available resources. Aiming to redefine the concept of “exercise” to promote long-term adherence, examine how dichotomous thinking influences exercise engagement and enactment, explore effective goal-setting strategies, and work with fitness practitioners to translate research into practice.
Education
| MS | University of Tennessee | Kinesiology, Sport Psychology Concentration |
| BS | West Virginia University | Bachelors of Science |