Physical Activity & Health Laboratory
The Physical Activity & Health Laboratory focuses on developing and examining technology-enhanced physical activity interventions to promote health, cognition, and psychological well-being in school-aged children, young adults, and older adults. Our research examines the effects of (a) school-based physical activity interventions on improving students’ motor skill competency, physical fitness, and physical activity behaviors; (b) different types of physical activities on improving the mental health and psychological well-being in college students; and (c) technology-enhanced two-level physical activity interventions on promoting functional fitness and psychological well-being in older adults living in retirement communities.
Dr. Chen is guest editor for a special issue of MDPI's “Effects of Physical Activity on Physical and Psychological Health.” Submissions for this issue will be accepted through June 2, 2024. Flyer
Dr. Chen is also guest editor for a special issue of Scientific Reports: Mental health and illness in older adults. Guidelines, including how to submit: myumi.ch/GkQEb. Submissions deadline June 4, 2024.
Member(s)
Master's Student(s)
- Aysha Hussein, MS student
Undergraduate Student(s)
- Brandon Albedry
- Sheik Amine
- Lillie Ammons
- Dianna Hammoud
- Danny Jandali
- Sarah Liener
Collaborator(s)
- Dr. Debra Berkey
- Dr. Bruno Giordani
- Dr. Amy Kilbourne
- Dr. Janet Larson
- Dr. Mary Marzec
- Dr. Deanna Marriott
- Dr. Gretchen Piatt