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Emily Davis, Ph.D.

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Education

Ph.D. in Leadership: Health and Human Performance
Concordia University Chicago
Dissertation: Exploring the Relationship Between Core Stability and Physical Activity Participation in Women

M.S. in Health and Physical Education
Pittsburg State University

B.S. in Fitness Management, Minor in Business Management
Pittsburg State University

National Strength and Conditioning Association Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA-CSCS)

American College of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer (ACSM-PT)

National Council on Strength and Fitness Certified Sports Nutrition Specialist (NCSF-SNS)

National Council on Strength and Fitness Certified Strength Coach (NCSF-CSC)

National Council on Strength and Fitness Certified Personal Trainer (NCSF-CPT)

Selected Publications

Exploring the Relationship Between Core Stability and
Physical Activity Participation in Women
https://www.proquest.com/docview/3237657043

Predicting Physical Activity Among Parous Women: The Role Of Core Stability, Births, And Cesareans
American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Poster Presentation, May 2026
ACSM Abstract Publication, May 2026

Related Experience

Attended the American College of Sports Medicine 2026 Annual Meeting, May 2026, Salt Lake City, Utah
Program Lead, Friends University, Wichita, KS
Department Chair, Bethel College, North Newton, KS
Department Chair, Central Christian College of Kansas, McPherson, KS

Professional Organizations

ACSM Central Region Leadership and Mentoring Committee Member
ACSM Member
NSCA Member
NCSF Member

Honors and Awards

Concordia University Chicago
The National Society of Leadership and Success, October 2020

Church/Community Service

I teach Pilates and Core Rehabilitation group fitness classes to a local group of military moms. The class is designed to help mothers improve their core stability and promote physical activity participation. My research indicates core stability is a significant predictor of physical activity, and I desire to share my knowledge and passion for women's health with this group.