Dr. Bryant Stamford is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Exercise Science at Hanover College, Hanover, Indiana. He has a doctorate in exercise physiology and has been a dedicated academic and public educator of health, fitness and chronic disease prevention issues.

Known and loved by thousands of readers, Dr. Stamford’s ever-popular syndicated (Gannett) column, the Louisville Courier-Journal’s THE BODY SHOP, has provided a weekly thought provoking read for thousands of devoted fans for the past twenty-five years. Topics range from crash diets to the power of prayer in medicine, contributing to his expanding faithful readership. To access recent columns, click http://www.courier-journal.com/apps/pbcs.dll/section?Category=FEATURES03

In addition to Dr. Stamford’s wide newspaper readership, he also writes for, advises and is often quoted in many other national publications. He is an editorial advisor for Men’s Health, Men’s Fitness, Muscle and Fitness Hers, CardiSense.

The newest of his four books, "EXERCISE WITHOUT AGONY!", provides readers with an easy and practical strategy for exercise that is convenient, comfortable and keeps costs to a minimum. "THE WEIGHT LOSS READER" draws from Dr. Stamford’s extensive experience in the field of weight management and fitness. "THE JACK SPRAT LOW-FAT DIET" and "FITNESS WITHOUT EXERCISE" complete this impressive line-up.

Contact Dr. Stamford at stamford @ hanover.edu