Message from the Program Director

Ready, Set… GO! I am excited to welcome you to explore the human body, and the science behind movement and exercise. In the United States, less than five percent of adults complete 30 minutes of daily exercise, so this course is intended to allow students to build a greater understanding and appreciation for the benefits of diet and exercise on both the body and the mind. We will examine the physiological processes that occur during exercise and discuss how disease and inactivity can impact their normal operation. Students will learn how to assess respiratory and cardiovascular functioning through hands-on laboratory activities, and be able to observe and measure skeletal muscle performance during exercise. Finally, you will have the opportunity to explore various career paths related to health and wellness. I hope that you will consider joining us for this fun, fast, and fascinating program that is destined to leave you even more curious and motivated than ever before!

Professor Henry started his teaching career at Marist in 2012, though he first walked onto campus as a student back in 2001! He is a Certified Athletic Trainer, and is also credentialed as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. He has previously practiced as an athletic trainer in the collegiate, secondary school, and physician’s office settings. Professor Henry teaches laboratory-based courses in Therapeutic Exercise, First Aid & CPR, and Human Anatomy and Physiology – among others. His interest in health and wellness began at a young age with a fascination for how the human body works and moves, and his passion manifests itself in the classroom with interactive learning and collaborative discourse.