Austin Graybeal, Ph.D.

Biography

Dr. Austin Graybeal holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree in kinesiology from Texas Tech University. He completed his doctorate in kinesiology at Texas Christian University before becoming an assistant professor at the University of Southern Mississippi. There, Graybeal secured over $1 million in federal research funding and earned the university’s two highest honors for junior faculty: the Outstanding Junior Faculty Research Award and the Nina Bell Suggs Endowed Professor Award. In addition to his academic and research roles, Dr. Graybeal is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). He leverages this expertise to lead research initiatives focused on enhancing physical and mental readiness in tactical athletes.

Areas of Focus

Body composition and nutrition

Artificial intelligence in health technology

Body image and eating behaviors

Tactical health and performance (recruits, active duty military, first responders)