Overview
Dr. Preston has been teaching at 91ÁÔÆæ's Dahlonega Campus since 2005. Prior to coming to 91ÁÔÆæ, Dr. Preston taught at Gainesville College from 1991 to 2005. He was born and raised in Birmingham, AL.
Courses Taught
- KINS 2100 Introduction to Kinesiology
Education
- D.A., Physical Education/Health, Middle Tennessee State University, TN, 2004
- M.Ed., Physical Education/Exercise Science, Auburn University, AL, 1986
- B.S., Physical Education/Exercise Science, Auburn University, AL, 1984
Research/Special Interests
- Strength training for children & elderly
- Prevention of chronic diseases
Work Experience
Prior to his career as a college professor, Dr. Preston worked as an exercise physiologist (fitness testing and exercise prescription) and strength coach. He spent two years in Saudi Arabia serving as a strength coach for the Saudi Air Force. He then served as an exercise physiologist and personal trainer in Birmingham, AL and Jackson, MS before beginning his career as a college professor.