I am a senior lecturer in sport and exercise science and am currently engaged in a range of research projects including gait analysis of individuals living with dementia and intermittent claudication, and biomechanical and physical determinants of sport-specific actions.
As an undergraduate of York St John University, I developed a passion for sport and exercise science which bode well for the completion of an MSc in Sport Science (Clinical Biomechanics) at the University of Hull in 2009 and a multidisciplinary PhD at Sheffield Hallam University in 2013.
In my PhD, I researched the use of a vertical treadmill for rehabilitation and physical conditioning of athletes whilst holding a visiting lecturer position at York St John University and at other higher education institutions in health, biomechanics and physiology. I was appointed as a full-time lecturer at York St John University in 2014 and achieved senior lecturer status in 2017. In addition, I have practical experience working with professional and regional athletes and sports teams in strength and conditioning and performance analysis.
Qualifications
- BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science
- MSc Sport and Exercise Science
- PhD Physiology of and Biomechanics during Vertical Treadmill Exercise
- Fellowship of Higher Education Academy (FHEA)
I have acquired experience in teaching and endeavours to employ a range of learning opportunities for students, with a focus on technology enhanced learning techniques.
I acquired a fellowship from the Higher Education Academy in recognition of my adherence to good teaching practice.
I teach on undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and supervise dissertation students who have similar research interests.
My research interests stem from my MSc and PhD. I am part of a multi-institution research team, researching the acute and long-term effects of different footwear on walking distance and gait in people with intermittent claudication.
Recently, I have focussed on gait in people with dementia with the intention of developing interventions such as dementia-specific exercise programmes and footwear to enhance independence, and quality of life and reduce the likelihood of falling.
Lastly, I have brought a vertical treadmill (VertiRun, Sheffield) to York St. John for student research projects aligned with physical conditioning and rehabilitation of those with lower limb injuries and amputations.
Recent publications
- Performance Analyst Yorkshire RUFC
- Performance Analyst Yorkshire Terriers RUFC
- Team member of Active Life Active Mind - dementia friendly multisport and physical activity programme
