FSU Institute of Sports Sciences and Medicine

Our director, Mike Ormsbee, PhD, FACSM, FISSN, FNAK, CSCS-D , talks about some of his research into Resistance Training & Fatigue Metabolsim. Florida State University

Coming soon…. Iron Culture Podcast with @mikezourdos , @helms3dmj , and the @massresearchreview team. Thanks for the invitation and, as always, what fun to see former students crushing it. #resistancetraining #weightlifting #fatmetabolism #fat #muscle #bodycomposition #fatloss #protein FSU Anne Spencer Daves College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences FSU Institute of Sports Sciences and Medicine

The FSU ISSM thrives on a strong team atmosphere. We are incredibly grateful for each student’s hard work and dedication in making the ISSM what it is today. This gratitude extends to our undergraduates, MS, and PhD students. To honor the PhD students who dedicate 4 years of their lives to our research program, we’ve decided to put their names up in the “rafters.” This gesture is a heartfelt thank you to those who have given so much to be part of the #FSUISSM and a way to celebrate the outstanding team spirit that defines us.????

Meet Brett, an ISSM PhD Candidate!???? What is your role at ISSM? “At the ISSM, I serve as a research and teaching assistant while also coordinating the Exercise Physiology Teaching Laboratory. In addition to working on my dissertation project, which investigates the efficacy of a new gut health supplement on gut and immune health, sleep, and aerobic performance, I guide undergraduate students through hands-on learning experiences and manage the teaching laboratory.” Brett has been a competitive runner for about 15 years. His passion for both research and athletics drives his work, and he’s excited to explore how science can improve athletic performance and overall health. “I love running, but I also enjoy spending time outdoors. My wife, Sam, and I are avid hikers, and we make time for adventures together whenever we can.” Brett’s commitment to both academic excellence and physical fitness continues to inspire us. We’re proud to have him as part of the ISSM community!??

Get to know Hannah, our ISSM Student Outreach Coordinator and Master’s student! ???? As our Student Outreach Coordinator, Hannah plays a crucial role in health and performance testing: “I run health and performance testing for the Outreach program alongside Kieran. I also assist in various research projects we have going on in the lab.” ?? A fun fact about Hannah: “I competed in gymnastics for most of my life growing up. One of my favorite things to do outside of school/work is go hiking with my dog!” ??♀??? We’re beyond lucky to have someone so passionate and dedicated on the ISSM team!

Celebrating National Women in Sports Day a little late, but the impact of women in sports is timeless! ???? Today, we honor the incredible strength, resilience, and passion that female athletes bring to the field, court, and beyond. At FSU Institute of Sports Sciences and Medicine, we are proud to support women’s sports through cutting-edge research, training, and care. Here’s to empowering the next generation of female athletes! #NationalWomenInSportsDay #FSU #WomenInSports #FSUISSM

Lab team breakfast today ?? ?? ??. The team has grown tremendously, and I am grateful for each and every person involved in making the FSU Institute of Sports Sciences and Medicine the best research group imaginable. Only some pictured here. “If you ain’t first, you’re last.” - Ricky Bobby #workhard #playhard #team #research #breakfast

The ISSM Team had an amazing time at the Tallahassee Marathon this weekend! ???? A huge congratulations to Sadio, an ISSM and Hickner Lab PhD student, for taking home first place in the half marathon—especially impressive for his first time running it! ?? We’re incredibly proud of his achievement. Kieran and Brett also represented ISSM in the half marathon and did fantastic. It was an amazing experience getting involved in the Tallahassee community. ??♂???

Excellent work from our Research Affilates at the FSUISSM! Congratulations Jason Williams and Joseph C. Watso, PhD !

?? You ignite change! Liliana Renteria-Laskin, PhD, received $15k from the #NSCAFoundation to defend her thesis on firefighter supplementation. The recent FSU Institute of Sports Sciences and Medicine grad examined betaine’s effects on chronic stress and thermoregulation —?supporting athlete and tactical populations. Get your research funded! Submit your Letter of Intent by November 30 at NSCA.com/Grants #NSCAstrong #tactical #firefighter #FSUISSM #FSUCEHHS #FSUResearch #FSU #betaine