Kent Johnson
Professor of Kinesiology
Research Interests
- Accreditation of Exercise Related Programs
- Sleep Quality and Exercise Performance
- Body Composition Analysis Techniques and Comparisons
Publications & Presentations
2021
- Impact of red spinach extract supplementation on bench press performance, muscle oxygenation, and cognitive function in resistance-trained malesHaynes JT IV, Townsend JR, Aziz MA, Jones MD, Littlefield LA, Ruiz MD, Johnson KD, Gonzalez AM. Impact of red spinach extract supplementation on bench press performance, muscle oxygenation, and cognitive function in resistance-trained males. Sports (Basel). 2021;9(6)doi:10.3390/sports9060077
2020
- Maximal strength, muscle activation, and bar velocity comparisons between squatting with a traditional or safety squat barVantrease WC, Townsend JR, Sapp PA, Henry RN, Johnson KD. Maximal strength, muscle activation, and bar velocity comparisons between squatting with a traditional or safety squat bar. J Strength Cond Res. 2020; doi:10.1519/jsc.0000000000003541
- Plasma amino acid response to whey protein ingestion following 28 days of probiotic (Bacillus subtilis DE111) supplementation in active men and womenTownsend JR, Vantrease WC, Jones MD, Haase AA, Boot CM. Plasma amino acid response to whey protein ingestion following 28 days of probiotic (Bacillus subtilis DE111) supplementation in active men and women. J Funct Morphol Kinesiol. 2020;6(1)doi:10.3390/jfmk6010001
2019
- The effects of sport massage and foam rolling on running efficiency in female collegiate distance runnersJohnson KD, Franklin A, Robertson R, Hinkle K. The effects of sport massage and foam rolling on running efficiency in female collegiate distance runners. Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2019;51(6):647. doi: 10.1249/01.mss.0000562432.84645.99
- The effects of whey vs. pea protein on physical adaptations following 8-weeks of high-intensity functional training (HIFT): A pilot studyBanaszek A, Townsend JR, Bender D, Vantrease WC, Marshall AC, Johnson KD. The effects of whey vs. pea protein on physical adaptations following 8-weeks of high-intensity functional training (HIFT): A pilot study. Sports. 2019;7(1). doi: 10.3390/sports7010012
- The influence of combine preparation training duration on NFL Combine or Pro Day performanceJones MD, Townsend JR, Luallen J, Vantrease WC, Hunter I, Toy AM, Johnson KD. The influence of combine preparation training duration on NFL Combine or Pro Day performance. Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2019;51(6):956. doi: 10.1249/01.mss.0000563369.83620.c3
2018
- Acute beetroot juice administration improves peak isometric force production in adolescent malesBender D, Townsend JR, Vantrease WC, Marshall AC, Henry RN, Heffington SH, Johnson KD. Acute beetroot juice administration improves peak isometric force production in adolescent males. Appl Physiol Nutr Metab. 2018;43(8):816-821. doi: 10.1139/apnm-2018-0050
- Does a push-up using the Spyder 360™ elicit more muscle activation compared with a standard push-up?Johnson KD, Vantrease WC. Does a push-up using the Spyder 360™ elicit more muscle activation compared with a standard push-up? Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2018;50(5S):411. doi: 10.1249/01.mss.0000536438.73463.e4
- The effect of probiotic supplementation on markers of immune and endocrine status in Division I baseball playersTownsend JR, Bender D, Vantrease WC, Sapp PA, Toy AM, Woods CA, Johnson KD. The effect of probiotic supplementation on markers of immune and endocrine status in Division I baseball players. Poster presented at: Fifteenth International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN) Conference and Expo; June 7-9, 2018; Clearwater Beach, FL.
- Effects of probiotic (Bacillus subtilis DE111) supplementation on immune function, hormonal status, and physical performance in Division I baseball playersTownsend JR, Bender D, Vantrease WC, Sapp PA, Toy AM, Woods CA, Johnson KD. Effects of probiotic (Bacillus subtilis DE111) supplementation on immune function, hormonal status, and physical performance in Division I baseball players. Sports. 2018;6(3). doi: 10.3390/sports6030070
2017
- Does the Polar FT60 Fitness Test™ accurately predict maximal oxygen consumption in healthy subjects?Johnson KD, Beadle J. Does the Polar FT60 Fitness Test™ accurately predict maximal oxygen consumption in healthy subjects? Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2017;49(5S):747. doi: 10.1249/01.mss.0000518986.78970.5c
2016
- Body composition analysis comparison between air displacement plethysmography and direct segmental bioelectrical impedance in a university student populationJohnson KD, Luedtke C, Romeo F. Body composition analysis comparison between air displacement plethysmography and direct segmental bioelectrical impedance in a university student population. Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2016;48(5S):992-993. doi: 10.1249/01.mss.0000487983.91421.b1
2015
- The effectiveness of a carbohydrate and protein supplement on athletic performance: A clinical and physical evaluationHarris WA, Johnson KD, Robichaud K, Marshall AC, Henry RN. The effectiveness of a carbohydrate and protein supplement on athletic performance: A clinical and physical evaluation. J Acad Nutr Diet. 2015;115(9, Supplement):A19. doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jand.2015.06.058
- Effects of a lifetime wellness course on fitness parameters in college freshmenJohnson KD, Flinn JW, Gainey EL, DeWalt HD, Oldham KD. Effects of a lifetime wellness course on fitness parameters in college freshmen. Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2015;47(5S):208. doi: 10.1249/01.mss.0000476995.00008.15
- The effects of an acute bout of exercise on executive function in older adultsGainey EL, Johnson KD. The effects of an acute bout of exercise on executive function in older adults. Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2015;47(5S):456. doi: 10.1249/01.mss.0000477681.22983.50
2014
- The effects of eight weeks of CrossFit training and consumption of an electrokinetically modified water on aerobic capacity, anaerobic power, and knee peak torqueDeWalt HD, Johnson KD, Gainey EL. The effects of eight weeks of CrossFit training and consumption of an electrokinetically modified water on aerobic capacity, anaerobic power, and knee peak torque. Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2014;46(5S):479. doi: 10.1249/01.mss.0000494900.51091.6a
- Effects of static, PNF stretching and dynamic warm-up on knee peak torque in physically active femalesJohnson KD, Gainey E, DeWalt H. Effects of static, PNF stretching and dynamic warm-up on knee peak torque in physically active females. Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2014;46(5S):149. doi: 10.1249/01.mss.0000493621.03224.18
2013
- Functional Movement Screening test scores improve following an off-season intervention training program in collegiate track and field athletesJohnson KD, Pounds C. Functional Movement Screening test scores improve following an off-season intervention training program in collegiate track and field athletes. Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2013;45(5S):554. doi: 10.1249/01.mss.0000433742.00381.e9
2012
- Effects of static and PNF stretching on knee peak torque in aerobically trained female athletesJohnson KD, Sun JJ, Henry RN, Marshall AC. Effects of static and PNF stretching on knee peak torque in aerobically trained female athletes. Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2012;44:208-208. doi: 10.1249/01.mss.0000417528.45625.44
- The effects of using a gaming system to improve balance parameters in Phase III Cardiac Rehabilitation patientsEllison P, Johnson KD, Porr D, Riley MB. The effects of using a gaming system to improve balance parameters in Phase III Cardiac Rehabilitation patients. Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2012;44(5S):423. doi: 10.1249/01.mss.0000417529.22755.ed