Kate Early

Education and Certifications

Ph.D. Kinesiology (Exercise Physiology Emphasis), Louisiana State University
M.A. Physical Education (Exercise Science Emphasis), Central Michigan University
B.S. Biochemistry, Central Michigan University

Biography

Dr. Early is currently an Associate Professor in the Kinesiology, Exercise Science program at Columbus State University. Her research interests focus on cardiovascular physiology, hydration, exercise performance, and training interventions in a variety of populations. Dr. Early has taught a wide range of undergraduate and graduate courses in kinesiology, pathophysiology, and exercise prescription while mentoring numerous student research projects and master’s theses.

Academic Areas

Cardiovascular physiology, Hydration, Environmental physiology

Courses Taught

• KINS 3135 Kinesiology
• KINS 4133 Exercise Prescription
• KINS 4135 Pathophysiology for the Exercise Science Professions
• EXSC 6135 Data Analysis
• ITDS 2106 Medical Terminology

Selected Publications:

Early KS, Williams J, Saltarelli W. (2025). Applying the jigsaw learning method to structural kinesiology. Advances in Physiology Education.

Wang H, Theall B, Kuremsky C, Vincellette C, Robelot L, Early KS, Sharp R, Marruci J, Mullenix S, Calvert D, Lemoine N, Irving B, Spielmann G, Johannsen N. (2023). Seasonal changes in physiological and psychological parameters of stress in collegiate swimmers. Scientific Reports.

McGee J, Early KS, Huff A, Clunan M, Gniewek N, Osbourne B, Bucher C, Tanner C, Barefoot S, Brophy P, Clark A, Pories W, Matarese L, Houmard J, Collier D, May L, McClung J, Earnest C, Swift D. (2023). Effects of weight loss and weight loss maintenance on cardiac autonomic function in obesity: a randomized controlled trial. Applied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism.

Selman R, Early KS, Battles B, Wendel E, Westerlund, S. (2022). Maximizing recovery in the postpartum period: A timeline for rehabilitation from pregnancy through return to sport. International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy.

Early KS, Lemoine N, Simoneaux A, Mullenix S, Marucci J, MacLellan M, Johannsen N. (2021). Positional differences in pre-season scrimmage performance of Division I collegiate football players. Sensors.

Vincellette C, Losso J, Early KS, Spielmann G, Irving B, Allerton T. (2021) Supplemental Watermelon Juice Attenuates Acute Hyperglycemia-Induced Macro-and  Microvascular Dysfunction. Journal of Nutrition.

Early KS, Rockhill M, Bryan A, Tyo BM, Buuck D, McGinty J. (2020). Effect of blood flow restriction on muscular fitness, pain and vascular function. International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy.

Selman R, Early KS, Battles B, Wendel E, Westerlund, S. (2022). Maximizing recovery in the postpartum period: A timeline for rehabilitation from pregnancy through return to sport. International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy.

Early KS, Lemoine N, Simoneaux A, Mullenix S, Marucci J, MacLellan M, Johannsen N. (2021). Positional differences in pre-season scrimmage performance of Division I collegiate football players. Sensors.

Vincellette C, Losso J, Early KS, Spielmann G, Irving B, Allerton T. (2021) Supplemental Watermelon Juice Attenuates Acute Hyperglycemia-Induced Macro-and  Microvascular Dysfunction. Journal of Nutrition.

Early KS, Rockhill M, Bryan A, Tyo BM, Buuck D, McGinty J. (2020). Effect of blood flow restriction on muscular fitness, pain and vascular function. International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy.

Wang H, Early KS, Theall B, Lowe A, Lemoine N, Marucci J, Mullenix S, Johannsen N. (2020). Effects of field position on fluid balance and electrolyte losses in collegiate women’s soccer players. Medicina.

Sutton EF, Beyl R, Early KS, Cefalu WT, Ravussin E, Peterson CM. (2018). Early time-restricted feeding improves insulin sensitivity, blood pressure, and oxidative stress even without weight loss in men with prediabetes. Cell Metabolism.