Jinkyung Park

Dr. Jinkyung "Jin" Park is an assistant professor of exercise science at Georgia Gwinnett College. She earned her Ph.D. in kinesiology / exercise / nutrition / health promotion from Baylor University and holds a Master of Science in medical nutrition and a Bachelor of Science in sports medicine and food and nutrition from Kyung Hee University in South Korea.

Park specializes in applied exercise physiology, focusing on the impact of exercise and nutrition interventions on metabolism and vascular inflammation for chronic disease prevention. Her research expertise includes metabolic changes, obesity-induced vascular inflammation and endothelial function.

Park has been recognized for her dedication to advancing knowledge in exercise science and her commitment to student mentorship, receiving awards such as the Thank-a-Teacher Award from Georgia College & State University and the Outstanding Research Critique Presentation at the International Organization for Health Sports Kinesiology conference.

She has secured grants to support her research, including studies on time-restricted eating schedules with exercise and their effects on body composition in overweight adults. Park has published in peer-reviewed journals in the fields of exercise science, nutrition, and health promotion.

Park has a strong teaching portfolio, having taught a wide range of undergraduate and graduate courses in exercise science, kinesiology and nutrition. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes the integration of theoretical knowledge with practical application, fostering a dynamic and interactive learning environment.

She is actively involved in professional organizations such as the American College of Sports Medicine, the International Society of Sports Nutrition and the Council on Undergraduate Research. Park also serves on various academic committees and as a reviewer for peer-reviewed journals and conferences.

Outside of academia, Park is dedicated to community health initiatives and enjoys running during her leisure time.

• Doctorate – kinesiology / exercise / nutrition / health promotion – Baylor University
• Master's – medical nutrition – Kyung Hee University
• Bachelor's – double major in sports medicine and nutrition – Kyung Hee University

• Applied exercise physiology
• Metabolic changes and obesity-induced vascular inflammation
• Exercise and nutrition for chronic disease prevention

• Park J., Koh Y. (2021). Acute Response of Blood Lipids and Lipoproteins to Different Intensities of Exercise in Obese Males. Journal of Health Sports and Kinesiology, 2(4), 3-8.
• Verdeyen K., Jones C., Williams K., Park J. (2021). Eating Habits and Lifestyle Changes of College Students During COVID-19 Outbreak. Journal of Health Sports and Kinesiology, 2(2), 14-16.
• Koh Y., Park J. (2018). Cell Adhesion Molecules and Exercise. Journal of Inflammation Research, 11, 297-306.
• Park J., Willoughby D.S., Song J.J., Leutholtz B.C., Koh Y. (2018). Exercise Induced Changes in Stress Hormones and Cell Adhesion Molecules in Obese Men. Journal of Inflammation Research, 11, 69-75.
• Koh Y., Park J., & Carter R. (2018). Oxidized Low-Density Lipoprotein and Cell Adhesion Molecules Following Exercise Training. International Journal of Sports Medicine, 39(2), 83-88.
• Park J.K., Schwarz N., Willoughby D., & Koh Y. (2015). Acute Changes in Soluble Cell Adhesion Molecules Following Different Intensities of Resistance Exercise. International Journal of Sports Science, 5(6), 234-239.
• Rigby B.R., Papadakis Z., Bane A.A., Park J.K., & Grandjean P.W. (2015). Cardiorespiratory and Biomechanical Responses to Simulated Recreational Horseback Riding in Healthy Children. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 86(1), 63-70.
• Chon J.W., Park J.K., Lee M.A., Jeong M.R., Han J.H., Park Y.K. (2009). Fermented Crataegi Fructus Vinegar Improves Lipid Metabolism in Rats Fed High Fat Diet. Journal of the Korean Society of Food Science and Nutrition, 38(8), 1024-1031.
• Park J.K., Kim J.Y., Chon J.W., Park Y.K. (2009). Plant-Derived Omega-3 Fatty Acids Have Anti-Carcinogenic Effect in MCF-7 Breast Cancer Cells. Journal of Cancer Prevention, 14, 28-33.

• Outstanding Research Critique Presentation, The 4th International Organization for Health Sports Kinesiology (IOHSK) Virtual Conference, March 2022
• Outstanding Faculty Research Presentation Award, The 3rd IOHSK Virtual Conference, October 2021
• Distinguished Professor Award, The 2nd IOHSK Virtual Conference, May 2021

• Council on Undergraduate Research
• International Organization for Health Sports and Kinesiology
• American College of Sports Medicine Southeast Chapter
• American College of Sports Medicine