Chris Eschbach, Ph.D., HFS
Director of the Human Performance Laboratory
Dr. Eschbach, Associate Professor of Exercise and Sport Science at Meredith College, has extensive experience with both the scientific and competitive side of sport. Not only does Dr. Eschbach have the knowledge that comes with a Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology but also has an athletic background as a division I swimmer and professional triathlete. Winning over 50 triathlons since 1996 allows for a unique combination of knowledge and experience. This combination brings together the science of exercise with the art of training.
Very few laboratories have an open door policy to support athletes in their quest for improvement. At Meredith College Dr. Eschbach has designed a testing facility that provides athletes with the tools to optimize their performance.
Athletic Highlights
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Chris Newport, HFS
Chris has spent her career helping her clients reach their health and fitness goals. As a certified personal trainer since 1999, yoga instructor since 2001, and triathlon coach since 2005, she embraces an integrative approach to exercise and performance. As an athlete since childhood, Chris has participated in everything from competitive running and softball, to recreational soccer and bowling. After her grandmother was diagnosed with cancer, she joined the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Team In Training in 2003 to try her first triathlon and raise money for cancer research. Since then, she has completed over 30 triathlons of various distances and coached over 100 athletes in their quest to complete triathlons and raise money for cancer research.
Professional Certifications:
American College of Sports Medicine Health & Fitness Specialist
American Council on Exercise Personal Trainer
USA Triathlon Level II (Expert) Coach
Spinning® Instructor
YogaFit Level I and II Instructor
Registered Dietitian projected in Summer 2009
Amanda Street, HFS
As wellness and performance specialist Amanda specializes in assessment and performance improvements for clients of the HPL. Amanda is a graduate of Meredith College with a degree in exercise and sport science.
Katie Helmes, Laboratory Assistant
Katie is studying in the department of health, exercise and sport science at Meredith College as part of the class of 2010. As a student-athlete Katie combines her experience on the cross country team with the knowledge and experience that she gains in the lab and classroom. Upon graduation she is looking forward to working in the area of cardiac and pulmonary rehabilation.
Athletic Achievements:
2008-2009 USA South Women's Cross Country All Conference - Honorable Mention
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Phone: (919) 760-8769 - Fax: (919) 760-2341 - hpl@meredith.edu
3800 Hillsborough Street Raleigh, NC 27607-5298
