PhD in Sport and exercise science

Leeds Trinity University

Our research supports the physical activity, movement and performance needs of a diverse range of communities be it elite athletes performing at the highest levels and/or in extreme environments, children engaging in physical education, learners across the life-course, elderly exercisers, ‘hard to reach’ and at-risk physically inactive groups and those recovering from illness or injury.Our research focuses on:Match-day strategies to enhance the performance of team sports athletesPhysiological and performance responses to intermittent exerciseThe use of nutritional ergogenic aids on performance in team sports athletesHuman responses to cold water immersion and drowning prevention advicePerformance enhancement in the heat, particularly for elite sportspersonsErgogenic and ergonomic aids to enhance sports and occupational performanceThe health consequences of over-exposure to extreme environments