School of Physical Education and
Exercise Science

Health and Exercise Science Laboratory

The Health and Exercise Science Laboratory (HES Lab) is located within the School of Physical Education and Exercise Science at the University of South Florida. The HES Lab functions to measure psychological and physiological variables within the context of aerobic exercise. Research in the lab aims to better understand the exercise experience with the end goal of improving acute exercise experiences and long-term exercise adherence. The HES Lab allows for testing of aerobic capacity on cycles and treadmills using contemporary metabolic equipment.

Current Research Projects                                                  

• The effects of wearable weights on physiological and perceptual responses to exercise at varied intensities.
• The effects of varied intensities and cool-down periods on perceived exertion and affective responses to exercise.

Lab Research

• Kilpatrick, MW. (2008). Exercise, mood, and psychological well-being: a practitioner’s guide to theory, research, and application. ACSM’s Health Fitness Journal, 12(5), 14-20.
• Hollander, DB, Kilpatrick, MW, Ramadan, ZG, Reeves, GV, Francois, M, Blakeney, A, Castracane, VD, & Kraemer, RR. (2008). Load rather than contraction type influences RPE and pain. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research. 22, 1184-1193.
• Mears, J & Kilpatrick, MW.  (2008). Motivation for exercise: applying theory to make a difference in adoption and adherence. ACSM’s Health Fitness Journal,12(1), 20-26. 

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