Trent J Herda

Trent J. Herda, Ph.D., is a professor and is currently the Director of the Neuromechanics Laboratory and Well-Fit, The Center for Youth Wellness and Fitness. Dr. Herda completed his doctoral work in exercise physiology at the University of Oklahoma under the mentorship of Dr. Joel Cramer. Dr. Herda received his BS (2005) degree in exercise science from the University of Sioux Falls, Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and MS (2007) degree from the University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma, in exercise physiology. Dr. Herda is a member of the International Society of Electromyography and Kinesiology (ISEK) and the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).

Well-Fit is based on the principle that youth should be provided knowledge and skills to improve physical wellness and fitness. Well-fit provides educational content (Sci-FIIT Academy) and in-person programming to teach youth wellness, exercise, and sport-related skills. Well-Fit actively engages in conducting and dissemination of research.

Dr. Herda is the founder of the Sci-FIIT Academy. The Sci-FIIT Academy was created to provide educational content for youth to improve physical fitness and wellness. The educational content is delivered via STEM learning while being engaging and interactive.