Samantha Adler

Research Professional

Sam received her bachelor's degree in Kinesiology, and her master's degree in Sport & Exercise Psychology. She has experience as a personal trainer, youth swim instructor, graduate mental performance consultant, community mental health worker, and instructor for undergraduate Exercise Psychology courses. When not doing research, you can find Sam walking and running outside, doing some artsy things, or looking for new food spots and snacks.

Positions & Titles:

  • Research Professional, Division of General Pediatrics & Adolescent Health

Research Summary:

Sam's interests revolve around improving sport and physical activity experiences for young people, targeting increased accessibility and enhanced self-perceptions (e.g., body image, physical competency). She focuses on the influence of intersectionality and sociocultural contexts among underrepresented youth, with current research projects highlighting the importance of: disaggregating sport and physical activity data across ethnic communities; understanding adolescent athletes' body ideals and related emotions/behaviors; incorporating stakeholder insights to improve sport and movement in diverse populations.

Education:

  • MS, Springfield College, Springfield, MA
  • BS, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN
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