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University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada, R3T 2N2
UM’s Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management is home to world-leading researchers studying physical activity, human movement, sport and leisure through a variety of lenses. Our research helps improve lives through the pursuit of both physical and mental well-being for individuals and communities.
Our research is diverse, from studying the visitor experience at summer festivals to uncovering new treatments for hypothermia.
Our collaborative and integrative approach provides our undergraduate and graduate students with rich experiences and opportunities that lead to findings with positive impact on our every day lives.
FKRM research activities are supported by the following laboratories:
125 Frank Kennedy Centre
What is this space used for?
For undergraduate and graduate students working on qualitative research. Space to conduct and transcribe interviews, analyze data, etc. Current research topics:
Equipment:
128 Frank Kennedy Centre
What is this space used for?
Used in the undergraduate Athletic Therapy program where students learn to access, treat, and rehab musculoskeletal injuries.
Equipment:
130 Frank Kennedy Centre
What is this space used for?
Used in the undergraduate Kinesiology program for a variety of classes (anatomy, advanced anatomy, biomechanics, motor learning, and athletic therapy). Also used as home base for the SPARC Program.
Equipment
240 Applied Research Centre
What is this space used for?
Used for research projects and undergrad Kinesiology classes. Also used by Recreation Services for occupational testing.
Current research topics:
Blood flow restriction coupled with resistance training on blood markers associated with muscle grown in 65-plus aged men.
Equipment:
240 Applied Research Centre
What is this space used for?
Used for research projects and undergrad Kinesiology classes. Also used by Recreation Services for occupational testing.
Current research topics:
Used for conducting the warm-up in resistance training studies.
Equipment:
240 Applied Research Centre
What is this space used for?
Used for research projects and undergrad Kinesiology classes. Also used by Recreation Services for occupational testing.
Current research topics:
Equipment:
233 and 237 Applied Research Centre
What is this space used for?
Primarily used by Recreation Services for occupational testing and fitness assessments. Is also for research studies and undergrad classes.
Equipment
Purpose: Used for research projects and undergrad classes. Is also used by Bison Sports as an evaluation tool to asses effectiveness of training on injury rehab.
Equipment: Biodex Dynomometer
FKRM researchers are on the front lines of cutting-edge discoveries that lead to a positive impact on the lives of our global community.
With investigations that span across a number of research themes, researchers are often looking for participants who meet specific criteria of the study in which they are engaged. Learn how you can get involved to help push the level of our understanding and innovation.
Our annual Research Seminar Series features presentations by visiting scholars, research affiliates, and invited guests, and provides a chance to collaborate with other community organizations and other UM units.
