Dr. James Padfield
Professor of Exercise Science
Spring 2026 Office Hours:
3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Monday -- Friday
Additional office hours by appointment only.
BUS, Medical Journalism, University of Utah
MS, Exercise Physiology, University of Utah
PhD, Exercise Physiology, University of Missouri-Columbia
Dr. Padfield is a Fellow of the Academy of Wilderness Medicine (Wilderness Medical Society), reflecting his interest and expertise in environmental physiology (heat, cold, altitude, etc.)
Dr. Padfield teaches primarily Capstone, Motor Development, and ACSM + NSCA Certification courses.