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Dr. Michael Maina

Associate Professor, Faculty Sabbatical

Location:
373 Cregger Center
Phone:
(540)375-2563

Degrees

  • Ph.D, Florida State University
  • Additional Certification: Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, National Strength and Conditioning Association

Research & Teaching Interests

  • Effective Teaching Methods
  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving in P.E.
  • Adventure Education

Publications

  • Hunt, K. Griffin, L., & Maina, M.P., Ormond, T. Clifford, T., Martin, T. & Sparks, M. (2017). Unfit to teach. The Physical Educator, 74(4), 701-714.
  • Acquaviva, J. & Maina, M. (2019). Exercise physiology 101: What every personal trainer should know. Personal Training Quarterly, 6(3), 18-21.
  • Ryan, S. & Maina, M.P. (2018). The effects of a sound field amplification system on teacher movement in physical education settings. The Physical Educator, 75(4), 569-581. The Physical Educator, 74(4), 701-714.
  • Maina, M.P., Schlegel-Maina, J., & Hunt, K. (2016). Teaching initiative game activities in physical education: A hands-on practical approach, Part II. Strategies: A Journal for Physical and Sport Educators, 29(4), 8-14.

Available as a Media resource for the following topics

  • Health and Wellness
  • Exercise
  • Teaching in Physical Education

Willing to speak to professional, social or civic groups on

  • Effective Teaching Methods
  • Fitness and Nutrition
  • Strength Training
  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
  • Physical Education

Extracurricular

  • Executive Director for the Virginia Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance
  • Strength and Conditioning
  • Auto Mechanics
  • Home Repair

Previous Work

  • 1998-2005, Associate Professor, Vadosta State University (Georgia)
  • 1997-1998, Assistant Professor, Methodist College (NC)
  • 1993-1997, Teaching Assistant, Florida State University
  • 1991-1993, Graduate Assistant, Slippery Rock University (PA)