About Keith Burns
Keith Burns is an associate professor of exercise science at Malone, where he has taught since 2022. He holds a Ph.D. in exercise physiology from Kent State University and has over a decade of teaching experience, including previous roles at Walsh University and the University of Mount Union. His academic background focuses on physiological responses to exercise in clinical populations. Burns is an active member of the American College of Sports Medicine and is a certified exercise physiologist. He is a 2009 graduate of Malone,
Education
- Ph.D., Kent State University
- M.S., University of South Carolina
- B.A., Malone University
Classes I Teach
- Anatomy and Physiology II Lab
- Principles of Human Nutrition
- Introduction to Exercise Science
- Anatomical Structure and Function
- Exercise Testing
- Exercise Nutrition and Ergogenic Aids
- Exercise Physiology I
- Exercise Physiology II
- Physical Activity Epidemiology
- Exercise Management of Chronic Diseases
- Internship in Exercise Science
Signature Experiences
- 2022-present, Associate Professor of Exercise Science, Malone University
- 2016-2022, Assistant Professor of Exercise Science, Walsh University
- 2013-2016, Adjunct Instructor, Biology, University of Mount Union
Recent Scholarly Work & Publications
Burns KJ. Changes in Dietary Habits and Attitudes of College Athletes Enrolled in a Nutrition Course. American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting Boston, MA, May 2024. Format: Poster. Sponsor: J. Larry Durstine.
Ison L, Burns KJ, Clevenger J and Sonneberger K. Gender Differences Between Running Economy and Balance Among NCAA Division II Cross Country Runners. American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting Boston, MA, May 2024. Format: Poster
Burns KJ, Durstine JL, Anderson E and Gordon B. Exercise programming for individuals with controlled cardiovascular, pulmonary, renal and metabolic diseases. In ACSM’s Resources for Exercise Physiologist.3rd ed. Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; 2021: Chapter 8.
Boyer W, Burns KJ, Jimenez A, Mayo X, Taylor BA, Zaleski AL. Exercise prescription for individuals with metabolic disease and cardiovascular disease risk factors. In ACSM’s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription. 11th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer; 2021: Chapter 9.
Harper S, Peters FJ, Pollock BS, Burns KJ, McDaniel J and Ridgel AL. Design of an eccentric recumbent ergometer to elicit delayed onset muscle soreness. Research Directs in Strength and Performance. 2021;1(1):3.
LaScola P, Heidon CE, Pollock BS, Burns KJ, and McDaniel J. Physiological responses to counterweighted single-leg cycling in older males. International Journal of Exercise Science. 2020; 13(2):1487-1500.
Burns KJ, Pollock BS, Stavres J, Kilbane M, Brochetti A and McDaniel J. Passive limb movement intervals results in repeated hyperemic responses in those with paraplegia. Spinal Cord. 2018; 56:940-948.
Pollock BS, Peterson J, Calvo D, Gerhart H, Burns KJ, McDaniel J, Spitznagel MB and Ridgel AL. The effects of a 7-day water aerobics exercise intervention on the cerebral hyperemic response to a cognitive task in individuals with Multiple Sclerosis. Journal of Exercise and Nutrition. 2018; 1(3).