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Eric has completed several research studies involving bone density, obesity management, along with a longitudinal study on women's lifestyle. His research interests include obesity management, fitness, bone density, nutrition, and corporate wellness. He has presented his research findings as an author or co-author at several national conferences. Eric is a member of Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society, is married, with two children, and enjoys mountain biking, weight lifting, digital photography, and spending time with his family.

My desire is to help you become a more marketable therapist through the Health and Wellness course that I teach. Promotion of health and wellness is an emerging market that allied health professionals, especially physical therapists, can tap into for additional revenue. I look forward to helping you gain the knowledge and skills needed for service in the health promotion and physical therapy fields.

Eric Strong

Eric's research interests include assessing how nutritional and fitness behaviors affect the body. In particular, his research explores the role of exercise and nutrition on obesity and bone density.

Recent Presentations

* Strong, E., & Tucker, L. Volume of physical activity is predictive of bone mineral density. Presented at the ACSM annual meeting, Denver, CO, June, 2006.
* Tucker, L., & Strong, E. Objectively measured physical activity and body fat gains in women: A 4-year prospective study. Presented at the ACSM annual meeting, Denver, CO, June, 2006.
* Bikman, B., Tucker, L., & Strong, E. VO2 max and C-reactive protein in adult women. Presented at the ACSM annual meeting, Nashville, TN, June, 2005.
* Nokes, N., Tucker, L., & Strong, E. The relationship between objectively measured physical activity and C-reactive protein in adult females. Presented at the ACSM annual meeting, Nashville, TN, June, 2005.
* Strong, E., & Tucker, L. Effects of different jumping programs on hip and spine bone mineral density in premenopausal women. Presented at the ACSM annual meeting, Nashville, TN, June, 2005.
* Tucker, J., Tucker, L., & Strong, E. Dietary intake and C-reactive protein in 205 adult women. Presented at the ACSM annual meeting, Nashville, TN, June, 2005.