Battogtokh (Togy) Zagdsuren
Clinical Assistant Professor of Exercise Science, Kinesiology
EDUCATION
| Degree | Area of Study | University |
|---|---|---|
| Ph.D. | Exercise Science | University of Alabama |
| M.S. | Exercise Physiology | Western Kentucky University |
| M.B.B.S. | Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery | Tianjin Medical University, China |
AWARDS AND HONORS
| Year | Award |
|---|---|
| 2022 | Outstanding Research by Doctoral Student, The University of Alabama |
| 2021 | Outstanding Doctoral Student, The University of Alabama |
| 2013 | Outstanding Graduate Student, Western Kentucky University |
| 2005, 2006 | Outstanding Undergraduate Award, Tianjin Medical University |
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Clinical medicine
Neuro-behavioral mechanisms
Automatic evaluations and approach-avoidance behavioral tendencies
RESEARCH INTERESTS
Understanding of neuro-behavioral mechanisms that drive physical activity
Sedentary behaviors
Examining different types of psychosocial interventions such as imagery, implicit bias training can modulate individual’s adherence and/or responsiveness to an exercise program
HIGHLIGHTED PUBLICATIONS
Threadgill, A. H., Wilhelm, R. A., Zagdsuren, B., MacDonald, H. V., Richardson, M. T., & Gable, P. A. (2020). Frontal asymmetry: A novel biomarker for physical activity and sedentary behavior. Psychophysiology, e13633.
Crandall KJ, B Zagdsuren, MA Schafer, TS Lyons (2016). Static and Active Workstations for Improving Workplace Physical Activity and Sitting Time. International Journal of Human Movement and Sports Sciences, 4, 20-25.
Unentsatsral L, J Sarantuya, B Zagdsuren. (2015). Correlation between reproductive hormonal level and osteoporosis among women in Mongolia. Cent Asian J Glob Health,4 (2):239.
Zagdsuren B, S Arnett, MA Schafer, G Evans, J Maples, KJ Crandall, TS Lyons (Chair). Effects of Jump Training on Bone Mineral Density in Young Adult Females. (2014). Masters Theses & Specialist Projects. Paper 1373.
BIOGRAPHY
Dr. Battogtokh “Togy” Zagdsuren is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at the University of Alabama. She has a background in clinical medicine and holds both a Master of Science (M.S.) and a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Exercise Science from Western Kentucky University and The University of Alabama, respectively.
Her research focuses on the neuro-behavioral mechanisms (e.g., automatic evaluations and approach-avoidance behavioral tendencies) that drive physical activity and sedentary behaviors. Her goal is to leverage these behavioral mechanisms to help individuals engage in and adhere to lifelong physical activity effortlessly.
Dr. Zagdsuren has been recognized for her dissertation work with the Outstanding Doctoral Student Award in 2021 and the Outstanding Research by Doctoral Student Award in 2022.
In addition to her academic pursuits, Dr. Zagdsuren enjoys spending her free time camping with her family, embracing the outdoors, and creating memorable experiences.
My teaching philosophy emphasizes interaction and practical application as key strategies for effective learning. I believe in scaffolding knowledge by breaking down complex topics into simpler components, using relatable analogies, and progressively build the understanding of the topic. This approach helps students build a strong foundation before tackling more sophisticated concepts.