Luke Chowning
Luke Chowning
Assistant Professor
Department
College of Education & Human Performance
Education
Ph.D. Exercise Physiology with a Research Focus in Biomechanics, Texas Tech University
M.S., Texas Tech University
B.S., Lubbock Christian University
Biography
Dr. Chowning is an Assistant Professor in the College of Education & Human Performance. His research focuses on biomechanical assessment of athletic performance, aiming to improve performance metrics and reduce the risk of injury.
Contact
Office Location: Kennedy Center
Phone: (605) 256-5177
Email
Website
- Biomechanics
- Research Methods
- Theory of Strength & Conditioning
- Applied Strength Training
- Exercise Physiology
- Exercise Testing and Prescription
- Biomechanics
- Athletic Performance
- Injury Prevention
- Jump-Landing
- Strength Training
- Dance Performance
- Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA)
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Cabarkapa, D., Smith, R. Chowning, L.D., Neltner, T., Johnson, Q.R., Yang, Yang, Munce, T.A. (2025). Reliability of Vertical Jump Force-time Metrics in Collegiate Athletes Compared to Recreationally Active Individuals. Life 2025, 15, 1830.
- Hite, M.D., Simms, A.J., Chowning, L.D., Stewart, M.J., Harry, J.R. (2025). Differences in countermovement jump landing characteristics and joint work across levels of perceived effort. Journal of Biomechanics 184 (2025) 112645.
- Chowning, L. D., Krzyszkowski, J., & Harry, J. R. (2021). Maximalist shoes do not alter performance or joint mechanical output during the countermovement jump. Journal of Sports Sciences, 39(1), 108-114.
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Chowning, L.D., Madsen, G.D. (July 31, 2026). Countermovement Jump Performance and Injury Risk Assessment. Eastern South Dakota Undergraduate Research Symposium. Vermillion, SD.
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Chowning, L.D. (March 19-21, 2026). Single subject analysis: bridging the gap between researchers and practitioners. American College of Sports Medicine: Northland Chapter Conference. Sioux Falls, SD.
- Chowning, L. D., Harris, K. N., Hite, M., Harry, J. R. Using momentum to optimize loaded jump training: A model statistic approach. National Strength & Conditioning Association National Conference. Las Vegas, NV. July 12-15, 2023