Steve Smith, Ed.D. candidate, CSCS, USAW
Assistant Professor of
Exercise Physiology and
Health and Physical Education
Experience/Background
Lynchburg College 2003 to present
Assistant Professor, Health and Physical Education and Exercise Physiology
Assistant Baseball Coach, 1996-2003 Adjunct Instructor, 1996-2002
Degrees and Certifications
B.S., Health, Movement Science, and Recreation, Lynchburg College
M.Ed., Curriculum and Instruction, Lynchburg College
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA), Club Coach Certified (USAW)
Professional Interests/Research
Motor learning and performance, maternal phenylketonuria, functional training for athletes, Olympic weightlifting, talent selection in youth baseball
Courses Taught
EXPH 355 Scientific Principles of Strength and Conditioning
HPE 102 Concepts for Exercise and Lifetime Wellness
HPE 110L Individual Sport Education Lab
HPE 112L Team Sport Education Lab II
HPE 113L Team Sport Education Lab I
HPE 141 Elementary Tennis
HPE 149 Strength Training
HPE 191 Conscius Relaxation Techniques for Stress
HPE 303 Motor Development
HPE 304 Sport and Exercise Psychology
HPE 310 PK-5 Physical Education Methods Practicum
HPE 320 6-12 Physical Education Methods Practicum
Personal Interests
Golf, weightlifting, baseball, mountain biking, and above all else spending time with my wife Jamie and our son Easton and our daughter Sierra.