Professor Dr. Krista Chandler

Biography

Krista Chandler is a full professor in the Department of Kinesiology, specializing in sport psychology and exercise performance. She has received her B.A. from the University of Prince Edward Island, her M.A. from Queen's University, and her Ph.D. from the University of Western Ontario. Dr. Chandler's recognized work focuses on bridging the gap between theoretical frameworks and applied practice in sport exercise psychology. She has published numerous articles in a variety of scholarly journals, including the Sport Psychologist and the European Journal of Sport Sciences. Her research interests encompass the use of imagery in sport and exercise, along with applied interventions in sport psychology. As the principal investigator of the UWorkItOut UWin program, she addresses mental health concerns among university students through exercise. In addition to her research, Dr. Chandler collaborates with athletes across various levels and disciplines to help them achieve personal performance goals, including work with both able-bodied and athletes with disabilities.

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