Boe Burrus, Ph.D.

Associate Professor, Kinesiology & Sport Management

Dr. Boe Burrus has a Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology and primarily teaches all of the physiology and most of the science-based courses within the Kinesiology major including: Anatomy and Physiology I and II, Physiology of Exercise, Exercise and Sport Nutrition,...

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Boe Burrus

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Education & Curriculum Vitae

Ph.D., Exercise Physiology, Springfield College
M.S., Education (Health Education), Western Oregon University
B.S., Education (Physical Education), Western Oregon University
Dr. Boe Burrus has a Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology and primarily teaches all of the physiology and most of the science-based courses within the Kinesiology major including: Anatomy and Physiology I and II, Physiology of Exercise, Exercise and Sport Nutrition, Structural Kinesiology, Exercise Testing and Exercise Prescription. His research interests include the physiological assessment of endurance sports and novel methods to improve endurance performance.  Dr. Burrus has published research on the use of ergogenic aids to improve physiological parameters during endurance exercise, and research exploring different strategies to implement during recovery when performing repeated bouts of exercise.  His current research has been focused on the manipulation of bicycle crank arm length as well as investigating the critical power concept within the sport of cycling.  Dr. Burrus is a member of the American College of Sports Medicine and is a certified Exercise Physiologist within the organization.

Published Manuscripts

  • Pilolla, K. D., Armendariz, J.*, Burrus B. M., Baston, D. S., McCarthy, K. A.*, & Bloedon, T. K. (2023). Effects of wild blueberries on fat oxidation rates in aerobically trained males. Nutrients, 15(6), 1-13.
  • Mandell, P*., Bloeden, T., & Burrus, B. (2023). Effects of a race timer on the 3-min all-out test for critical power. Topics in Exercise Science and Kinesiology, 4(1), 1-7.
  • Burrus, B., Armendariz, J*., & Moscicki, M. (2021). Cycling with short crank lengths improved economy of novices. International Journal of Exercise Science, 14(1), 1123-1137.
  • Lim, B*., Burrus, B., Ortega, J., & Kwon, Y. (2020). The effect of stride frequency on running performance at the speed of VO2max. Journal of Exercise Physiology Online, 26(6), 1-13.
  • Kirkpatrick, M. L*., Burrus, B, M. (2020). Effects of recovery type on blood lactate and performance in repeated Wingate tests in females. Comparative Exercise Physiology, 16(3), 207-215.
  • Burrus, B. M., Moscicki, B. M., Matthews, T. D., & Paolone, V. J. (2018). The effect of acute L-carnitine and carbohydrate intake on cycling performance. International Journal of Exercise Science, 11(2), 404-416.

Professional Papers or Posters Presented

National & International

  • Turcott, R., Burrus, B., Kim, A., & Zhang, J. Examining the impact of social media on sport participation intentions: a case of the Tour de France. Poster presented at the Applied Sport Management Association (ASMA) national conference in February 2023.
  • Armendariz, J*., Burrus, B., Pilolla, K., Baston, D., & Bloedon, T. Wild blueberries increase fat oxidation rate during moderate intensity exercise. Accepted for presentation at the American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting, San Francisco, CA (May 2020). Conference canceled due to COVID-19. Published abstract in peer-reviewed journal - Medicine & Science in Sports and Exercise, 52(7S), p 1083.
  • Mandell, P*., Burrus, B., & Bloedon, T. Effects of a race timer on the 3 minute all-out test for critical power. Accepted for presentation at the American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting, San Francisco, CA (May 2020). Conference canceled due to COVID-19. Published abstract in peer-reviewed journal - Medicine & Science in Sports and Exercise, 52(7S), p 55.
  • Burrus, B., Armendariz, J*., & Moscicki M. (2019, May). Impact of short cranks on 3-min all-out cycling test and critical power metrics. Poster presented at the American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting, Orlando, FL. Published abstract in peer-reviewed journal - Medicine & Science in Sports and Exercise, 51(6S), p 942.
  • Burrus, B., Armendariz, J*., & Moscicki, M. (2018, May). Novice cyclists using shorter crank lengths produced greater power at same VO2. Poster presented at the American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting, Minneapolis, MN.Published abstract in peer-reviewed journal - Medicine & Science in Sports and Exercise, 50(5S), p 26-27.
  • Lim, B*., Burrus, B., Ortega, J., & Kwon, Y. (2018, May). The effect of stride frequency variations on running performance at the velocity of VO2max. Free communication/slide presentation at the American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting, Minneapolis, MN. Published abstract in peer-reviewed journal - Medicine & Science in Sports and Exercise, 50(5S), p 265- 266.
  • Kirkpatrick, M*., & Burrus, B. (2018, May). Effects of recovery type on blood lactate and performance following repeated Wingate tests in females. Poster presented at the American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting, Minneapolis, MN. Published abstract in peer-reviewed journal - Medicine & Science in Sports and Exercise, 50(5S), p 803.
  • Kennon, T*., Bloedon, T., Burrus, B., & Kwon, Y. (2018, May). The effect of workload on exercise volume during exhaustive anaerobic treadmill running. Poster presented at the American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting, Minneapolis, MN.Published abstract in peer-reviewed journal - Medicine & Science in Sports and Exercise, 50(5S), p 774- 775.
  • Moscicki, B., Burrus, B., Matthews, T., Paolone, V. (2016, May). Triathlon cycling with shorter crank lengths at same VO2 leads to increased power output. Poster presented at the American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting, Boston, MA. Published abstract in peer-reviewed journal - Medicine & Science in Sports and Exercise, 48(5S), p 703.Burrus, B., Moscicki, B.,
  • Matthews, T., & Paolone, V. (2015, May). The effect of acute L-carnitine and carbohydrate supplementation on exercise parameters. Poster presented at the American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting, San Diego, CA. Published abstract in peer-reviewed journal - Medicine & Science in Sports and Exercise, 47(5S), p 186.
  • Farrell, K., Bruce, E., Stonecipher, L., & Burrus, B. (2015, March). Wellness course influence on behaviors and attitudes of university students. Poster presented at the SHAPE America National Convention and Expo, Seattle, WA.

Regional & Local

  • Perry, K*., & Burrus, B. (2024, April). Physiological changes to exercise in diabetic populations: combating disparities and promoting health equity. Poster presented at School of Education Diversity and Social Justice Conference, Gonzaga University, Spokane, WA. Poster was the award for best undergraduate presentation.
  • Armendariz, J*., Burrus, B., Pilolla, K., & Bloedon, T. (2019, March). Effect of wild blueberry drink on rate of fat oxidation in healthy, active males. Thematic poster presented at the American College of Sports Medicine Northwest Chapter Meeting, Bend, OR.
  • Kirkpatrick, M*., Burrus, B. (2017, April). Effects of active vs passive recovery on blood lactate and performance in repeated Wingate Tests. Poster presented at Humboldt State University Idea Fest, Arcata, CA.
  • Burrus, B., Moscicki, B., Matthews, T., & Paolone, V. (2015, February). The effect of acute L-carnitine and carbohydrate supplementation on exercise parameters. Poster presented at the American College of Sports Medicine Northwest Chapter Meeting, Bend, OR.
  • Burrus, B. (2014, March). The use of metabolic carts in the educational setting. Free Communication presentation presented at the Human Anatomy & Physiology Society Regional Meeting, Springfield, MA.
  • Burrus, B. (2011, October). Cardiorespiratory fitness changes in college-age individuals during a walking/jogging course. Free communication/slide presentation at the Massachusetts Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Regional Convention, Worcester, MA.
  • Burrus, B. (2010, March). The effects of a pedometer intervention on cardiorespiratory fitness in a college-age walking/jogging class. Free communication/slide presentation at the Academic Excellence Showcase, Western Oregon University, Monmouth, OR.
  • Burrus, B. (2010, March). The effects of a pedometer intervention on cardiorespiratory fitness in a college-age walking/jogging class. Poster presented at the American College of Sports Medicine NW Chapter Meeting, Portland, OR.
  • Burrus, B., & Mitchell, T. (2007, October). The results of physioball training as a physical activity. Poster presented at the Oregon Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Convention, Salem, OR.
  • Burrus, B., & Mitchell, T. (2007, March). The results of physioball training as a physical activity. Free communication presentation at the Academic Excellence Showcase, Western Oregon University, Monmouth, OR.
  • Caster, B., Hautala, B., Mitchell, T., & Burrus, B. (2007, January). The effect of an eight-week physioball training program on core stability and general balance. Free communication presentation at the Northwest/Southwest American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Convention, Reno, NV.

Submitted Grants

  • Burrus, B. & Bloedon, T. (2017). Dean of Research Special Funding – Urinary F2-Isoprostanes following a cycling protocol after two weeks of wild blueberry supplementation. Awarded - November 2017. Amount Funded - $5,000.
  • Burrus, B. (2016). California State University Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activities Program – Impact of short crank arms on the performance of novice cyclists. Awarded – November 2016. Amount Funded - $5,000.

Research Interests

  • Cycling Performance Assessment
  • Enhancement of Cycling Performance
  • Endurance Sport Physiology
  • Supplementation and Exercise Performance
  • Endurance Exercise Prescription