Dr. Jacob Earp, NSCAF Graduate Research Doctoral & Young Investigator Recipient
NSCA Foundation: Voices of Innovation Interview Series
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17m
Dr. Jacob Earp, a 2011 Doctoral Research Grant recipient and 2019 Young Investigator grant recipient, focuses on improving muscle quality and tendon function to enhance health, function, and sports performance. The interview highlights Dr. Earp's early interest in strength and conditioning, starting from the age of 15, and his journey into academia and research. He discusses his research interests, including muscle quality and its impact on performance, as well as his recent focus on aging populations and individuals with chronic diseases.
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