Andrew Craig-Jones
Assistant Professor
Academic Appointment(s)
College of Education and Human Development
Department of Kinesiology
Bio
Born in the United Kingdom, raised in Southern California, now living in Augusta Georgia. I have a passion for sharing my knowledge and creating new knowledge.
Education
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Ph.D., Exercise Science and Kinesiology
University of Nevada - Las Veg, 2020
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MS, Exercise Science and Kinesiology
California State University, F, 2015
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BS, Exercise Science and Kinesiology
California State University, S, 2013
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AA, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Palomar College, 2010
Certifications
Awards & Honors
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Student Research Award
Biomechanics Interest Group, American College of Sports Medicine, 2019
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Honorable Mention
CSUSM Student Research Competition, 2013
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Outstanding Undergraduate Research
Department of Kinesiology, CSUSM, 2013
Courses Taught Most Recent Academic Year
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KNHS 4230
Biomechanics
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KNHS 3220
Structural Kinesiology
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KNHS 6339
Trends & Issues in Kines & HS
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CURS 3990
Undergrad Research II
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KNHS 6314
Biomechanics
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WELL 1011
Badminton
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WELL 1017
Pickleball
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WELL 1000
Wellness
Teaching Interests
I enjoy teaching all areas of Kinesiology but focus mainly on Biomechanics and Motor Learning.
Scholarship
Selected Recent Publications
- Running Efficiency and Muscle Activation Are Unaffected by Knee Taping Techniques During Acute Treadmill Running., 2025
Journal Article, Academic Journal
- Body Composition Changes among College Students Enrolled in Activity Classes, 2024
Journal Article, Academic Journal
- Massage It Out: Physiological Responses to a Percussive Therapy Device Used Intra-Resistance Exercise, 2024
Journal Article, Academic Journal
- The Effects of Compression Pants on Oxygen Consumption and Heart Rate during Long-Distance Running., 2024
Journal Article, Academic Journal
- The effects of stride frequency manipulation on physiological and perceptual responses during backward and forward running with body weight support., 2020
Journal Article, Academic Journal
Research Interests
My research interests are varied from improving athletic performance to strengthening rehabilitation programs. I focus on applied research in which the results can be easily interpreted and used in the community immediately. Always looking for active individuals to participate in our studies.
