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Kinesiology Professor Dr. Maher Explains Benefits of Exercise Throughout the Lifespan

Posted on November 17, 2025

Maher is the early career research excellence winner for her work on the psychology of physical activity. Her research adopts a dual process lens, which recognizes physical activity is rooted in both a person’s conscious decisions and unconscious actions. She studies behavior in real-time by utilizing innovative approaches, such as wearable and mobile technologies, that allow her to capture nuances of everyday life that can influence physical activity.

People are living longer, and we want to make sure that those additional years of life are quality years. This also has ripple effects for society by reducing health care spending and lessening the burden on caregivers.

Kinesiology professor Dr. Jaclyn Maher, UNCG 2024 Early Career Research Excellence winner
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