Associate Professor of Kinesiology
Department Chair of Kinesiology
Dr. David Elmer arrived at Berry College in 2013. During his time here, he has taught many different classes in the Exercise Science major and published several projects with undergraduate researchers. He has also served as the chair of the IRB Committee and co-chair of the QEP Committee, as well as the IACUC and First-Year Experience Committees. Dr. Elmer was promoted to Associate Professor and became Department Chair in 2019. Dr. Elmer lives in Rome with his wife, Laura, and two children, along with their dog Louie. His main hobbies are running, cycling, and playing music.
Education
- Ph.D. in Exercise Science, Auburn University
- M.Ed. in Exercise Physiology, Auburn University
- B.S. in Biomedical Sciences, Auburn University
Field Experience
- Teacher, Auburn University, (2010-2013)
Selected Publications
- Elmer, D.J., Barron, E.N., Chavez, J.L. (2019). Acute Demands and Recovery From Common Interval Training Protocols. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research. In Press.
- Elmer, D. J., & Toney, M. (2018). Respiratory Rate Threshold Accurately Estimates the Second Lactate Threshold. International journal of sports medicine, 39(04), 291-296.
- Laird, R. H., Elmer, D. J., Barberio, M. D., Salom, L. P., Lee, K. A., & Pascoe, D. D. (2016). Evaluation of Performance Improvements After Either Resistance Training or Sprint Interval–Based Concurrent Training. Journal of strength and conditioning research, 30(11), 3057-3065.
- Elmer, D. J., Laird, R. H., Barberio, M. D., & Pascoe, D. D. (2016). Inflammatory, lipid, and body composition responses to interval training or moderate aerobic training. European journal of applied physiology, 116(3), 601-609.
Professional Associations
- American College of Sports Medicine
- National Strength and Conditioning Association