Education
- Ph.D. in Exercise Science
- University of Kentucky
- M.S. in Exercise Science
- Georgia State University
- B.S. in Exercise Science/Wellness
- Murray State University
Research Interests
Skeletal Muscle Physiology
Autophagy in Skeletal Muscle
Effect of Diet on Skeletal Muscle Autophagy and Organelle Function
Impact of Diet on Skeletal Muscle Function
Combined Effect of High Fat Exposure and Exercise on Skeletal Muscle Autophagy
Autophagy in Skeletal Muscle
Effect of Diet on Skeletal Muscle Autophagy and Organelle Function
Impact of Diet on Skeletal Muscle Function
Combined Effect of High Fat Exposure and Exercise on Skeletal Muscle Autophagy
Positions Held
2019 - 2020
California Baptist University
Adjunct Professor
2019 - 2020
Concordia University Chicago
Adjunct Professor
2019 - 2020
AT Stil University
Adjunct Professor
2020 - 2020
Concordia University Chicago
Subject Matter Expert
2019 - 2019
Western Kentucky University
Adjunct Professor
2016 - 2019
College of Charleston
Visiting Instructor
2018 - 2018
Charleston Southern University
Adjunct Professor
2015 - 2016
University of Kentucky
Graduate Teaching Assistant
2014 - 2015
University of Kentucky
Graduate Teaching Assistant
2013 - 2014
Kentucky Wesleyan College
Visiting Assistant Professor
2011 - 2012
Florida Hospital Zephyrhills
Fitness Supervisor
2011 - 2011
Competitive Edge Sports
Strength and Conditioning Intern
2010 - 2011
Georgia State University
Graduate Assistant - Personal Trainer
2010 - 2010
Western Baptist Hospital
Cardiac Rehab Exercise Specialist Intern
2007 - 2010
Murray State University
Healthy LIFE Employee Wellness Program Assistant
Intellectual Contributions
Role of skeletal muscle autophagy in high-fat-diet–induced obesity and exercise
Adrienne Herrenbruck,Lance Bollinger
September 16, 2019
Nutrition Reviews
Myocellular endoplasmic reticulum stress is increased by autophagy inhibition and decreased by exercise
Adrienne Herrenbruck,Bradley Fleenor,Lance Bollinger
May 2016
Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise
External Contracts, Fellowships, Grants and Sponsored Research
Arvle and Ellen Thacker Turner Research Grant
2016 - 2018
Funded - Completed
University of Kentucky Graduate Travel Award
2015 - 2015
Funded - Completed
Kinesiology and Health Promotion Student Travel Award
2015 - 2015
Funded - Completed
Michael E. Horn Family Foundation Grant
2013 - 2014
Funded - Completed
High Impact Learning Practices to Engage Students
- 2013
Funded - Completed
Presentations
Intermittent Hypoxic Breathing with Exercise Mimics Hypoxic Training SpO2 and Improves Waist Circumference and RMR in Obese Women
Greater New York American College of Sports Medicine
November 9, 2024
Novel Intermittent Hypoxic Breathing Method Mimics Hypoxic Training Sp02 and Improves Waist Circumference and RMR in Obese Women
Sports United Conference
November 7, 2024
The impacts of Intermittent Hypoxic Breathing on Body Composition and Skeletal Muscle Strength in Overweight and Obese Women
Research Symposium
May 10, 2023
Using Video Assignments and Discussions
Teaching Excellence Mini Camp
April 17, 2023
Myocellular endoplasmic reticulum stress is increased by autophagy inhibition and decreased by exercise
American College of Sports Medicine National Meeting
June 2, 2016
Myocellular endoplasmic reticulum stress is increased by autophagy inhibition and decreased by exercise
Southeast American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting
February 19, 2016
Flexibility and range of motion improvements in older adults after completing a 12-week, progressive interval exercise program
National Council on Undergraduate Research Conference
April 4, 2014
Media Contributions
Careers with a Sports and Health Sciences Degree (WIN)
April 26, 2024
Social Media - Blog
How to Stick with Healthy Habits While Traveling
APU Edge
July 26, 2022
Social Media - Blog
3 Physical Activities for Reducing and Managing Your Stress
APU Edge
April 1, 2022
Social Media - Blog
The Best Physical Activity Exercises for Reducing and Managing Stress
APU Edge
April 1, 2022
Social Media - Blog
Training Like Olympian Athletes Without Overtraining
APU Edge
July 20, 2021
Social Media - Blog
How to Get and Stay Motivated to Build a Health Lifestyle
APU Edge
July 7, 2021
Social Media - Blog
Finding the Drive to Build Health Habits Post Pandemic
APU Edge
May 28, 2021
Social Media - Blog
Why Relying on Willpower to Get Health is a Bad Idea
APU Edge
May 13, 2021
Social Media - Blog
5 Habits to Improve Your Physical and Mental Health
APU Edge
April 22, 2021
Social Media - Blog
How to Manage When You’re Starting to Hit the Pandemic Wall
APU Edge
April 8, 2021
Social Media - Blog
Dr. Adrienne Herrenbruck of American Public University: Getting An Upgrade; How Anyone Can Build Habits For Optimal Wellness, Performance, & Focus
Medium's Authority Magazine
December 22, 2020
Magazine
LISS Workouts and Benefits
SHEKnows Blog
February 2020
Social Media - Blog
Cold Weather Physiological Effects
MyFitnessPal Blog
February 2, 2020
Social Media - Blog
Pros and Cons of Counting Net Carbs
MyFitnessPal Blog
December 12, 2019
Social Media - Blog
Personalized Nutrition
Food Conversations Podcast
November 2018
Social Media - Podcast
Intuitive Eating
Fed and Fit Podcast
July 2018
Social Media - Podcast
How to Build Healthy Habits That Last
Skirt Magazine Blog
June 23, 2018
Social Media - Blog
Best Yoga Poses During Pregnancy
Beyond Fit Mom
March 17, 2017
Social Media - Blog
Certifications and Licensure
February 21, 2022
CITI - Social & Behavioral Research - Basic/Refresher
Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI)
February 8, 2022
CITI - Biomedical Research - Basic/Refresher
Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI)
July 26, 2011
Certified Exercise Physiologist
American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
Awards & Honors
September 12,
2024
Faculty Recognition: Learning
APUS - School of Health Sciences
May 9,
2024
Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching
APUS
December 19,
2023
Faculty Reserach Grant
APUS
Research Grant $7000
January 20,
2023
Mission Award
APUS
Awarded to those who do extraordinary work to create respected, relevant, accessible, affordable, and student-focused online programs.
July 15,
2022
Integrity Award
APUS
For those who practice fairness, honesty, and objectivity in serving students, faculty, or staff.
January 7,
2022
Faculty Research Grant
APUS
Research Grant $7500
2018
John Edwin Partington and Gwendolyn Gray Partington Scholarship
2017
John Edwin Partington and Gwendolyn Gray Partington Scholarship
2016
John Edwin Partington and Gwendolyn Gray Partington Scholarship
2015
Graduate Teaching Assistantship - Biology
University of Kentucky
2015
John Edwin Partington and Gwendolyn Gray Partington Scholarship
2014
Graduate Teaching Assistantship - Kinesiology and Health Promotion
University of Kentucky
2014
Outstanding Faculty Award
Kentucky Wesleyan College
2011
Graduate Assistantship GSU Fitness Center
Georgia State University
2010
Emerging Leaders Scholarship
Sigma Alpha Lambda - Murray State University
2010
Outstanding Student in Exercise Science
Murray State University
2009
Recognition Award Scholarship
Murray State University
2007
Rowlett Dew Drop Alumni Scholarship
Murray State University