David Larson

David is a Lecturer and Course Director for CHS100/300 in the College of Health Solutions at Arizona State University.  David earned a Doctoral degree in Health Science from A. T. Still University, Master’s degree in Kinesiology from A. T. Still University, a Bachelor’s degree Kinesiology from Arizona State University, and is currently completing an Executive MBA program at W.P. Carey School of Business.  His research is primarily focused on conservative treatment modalities such as abdominal strength training for the postpartum condition diastasis recti and serves as a Co-Lead in the Training core of the Maternal Child Health Translational Team. David is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), a Certified Pre- and Postnatal Coach (CPPC), USA Weightlifting Coach (USAW), and Certified Level 2 Nutrition Coach through Precision Nutrition (PN2).  He specializes in pre- and post-natal training, youth athletic performance, and strength and conditioning and has over 10 years of experience in the fitness and sport performance industry.