About Me
I am Associate Professor of Sport Physiology and Performance in the School of Sport and Physical Activity, Sheffield Hallam University and Co-Founder of Boxing Science, an organisation that provides scientific support to boxers and combat athletes worldwide.
I am Chair of the CASES Physiology and Nutrition Division, have co-authored 50 scientific manuscripts in sport science and strength and conditioning, and worked with Olympians, Paralympians and notably professional boxers where I have led scientific support for boxers in 15 world-title contests, including Olympic Gold medallist and two-time heavyweight champion of the world, Anthony Joshua OBE.
In 2021, I was the recipient of the CASES Applied Practitioner Award for sustained, outstanding and innovative sport science service delivery. I am also Course Leader for BSc Sport and Exercise Science and Ethics Lead, School of Sport and Physical Activity for the School of Sport and Physical Activity.
Through Boxing Science, I have delivered workshops to over 500 coaches across the UK, Europe, North America and Asia, with the platform reaching 30,000 unique users per month. My research has accumulated over 225,000 reads on ResearchGate, and I have provided expert commentary for The Times, Wall Street Journal, BBC, Sky Sports, Live Science and Runners World. In 2024, I provided scientific support for Russ Cook's ("Hardest Geezer") run across the full length of Africa.
Work Experience
Director & Chair of Physiology and Nutrition Division
2024 - PresentChartered Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (CASES)
- Providing strategic leadership for the Physiology and Nutrition Division
- Overseeing professional standards and accreditation processes
- Contributing to the governance and direction of the organisation
Associate Professor of Sport Physiology and Performance
2023 - PresentSheffield Hallam University
- Course Leader for BSc Sport and Exercise Science managing 350 students and 30 staff (2022 - present)
- SHU Academic Board member (2021 - 2024)
- Currently supervising 5 PhD candidates
Co-Founder
2013 - PresentBoxing Science
- Provides scientific support to boxers and combat athletes worldwide
- Led scientific support for boxers in 15 world-title contests
Ethics Lead, School of Sport and Physical Activity
2019 - PresentSchool of Sport and Physical Activity, Sheffield Hallam University
- Leading research ethics governance for taught programmes
- Ensuring ethical compliance across student research projects
- Providing guidance on ethical considerations in sport and exercise science research
Laboratory Director
2019 - 2024School of Sport and Physical Activity, Sheffield Hallam University
- Managed laboratory operations and equipment
- Oversaw research and teaching laboratory activities
- Ensured compliance with safety and ethical standards
Chief External Examiner
2020 - 2024Birmingham Newman University
- Ensured academic standards and quality assurance
- Reviewed assessment processes and student outcomes
Senior Lecturer
2017 - 2023Sheffield Hallam University
Associate Lecturer
2013 - 2017Sheffield Hallam University
Lab Technician
2007 - 2013Sheffield Hallam University
Invited Talks & Keynotes
"Boxing Science: Past, present and future"
BASES Sport Performance Division Combat Conference (2025)
"The Science and Practice of Speed Endurance Training"
English Institute of Sport (2021)
"High-Intensity Interval Exercise for Combat Sports"
UKSCA National Conference (2021)
"The Science and Practice of HIIT"
Stoke City FC (2020)
"High-Intensity Conditioning for Combat Sports"
BASES Annual Conference (2019)
"New Concepts in Conditioning for Combat Athletes"
Sports Medicine & Science Conference (2017)
"The Science Behind Boxing"
S&C Education Conference (2015)
PhD Supervision
Completed
Dr Lee Bell
Completed 2025
Now Senior Lecturer in Strength and Conditioning, SHU
Dr Ollie Turner
Completed 2024
Now Head of Sports Nutrition for Aquatic Sports, UK Sports Institute
Dr Steve Thompson
Completed 2022
Now Senior Lecturer in Strength and Conditioning, SHU
Dr Matthew Debney
Completed 2021
Now Senior Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Physiology, SHU
Current
Jonathan Fraser
Towards a novel physical training language framework in Tennis
Kieran Burke
Sleep restriction in team sports athletes
Max Jones
Recovery methods in elite professional soccer
Owen McNally
Speed training in elite professional soccer
Jordan Boriel
Blood flow restriction interventions to enhance recovery
Grants & Funding
Recovery Methods in Elite Professional Football
Aston Villa FC
Nutritional Characteristics of Elite Squash Players
England Squash
Boxing Science Innovation Project
South Yorkshire Innovation Programme, Research England
SHU Speed Symposia
TASS
Control of Thermal Stress Experienced by Specialist Police Officers
Metropolitan Police of London
Velocity Based Training Research
UKSCA
Professional Skills Matrix Development
Sheffield Hallam University
Consultancy
Strength & Conditioning Consultancy
Boxing Science
Publications
Selected Publications
Effects of a 5-Day Back Squat Overreaching Protocol on Strength Performance, Perceived Recovery and Wellness Responses: A Pilot Trial
Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology, 10(2) (2025)
Strength Training Practices in Amateur and Professional Boxing
Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 39(6), 672-679 (2025)
Physiological and Nutritional Considerations for Elite Squash: A Systematic Review
Journal of Science in Sport and Exercise (2024)
Reliability of three landmine-punch-throw variations and their load-velocity relationships performed with the dominant and nondominant hands
International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance (2024)
Strength and conditioning practices of judo athletes and S&C coaches: a survey-based investigation
Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 38(4), e160-e173 (2024)
Fluid balance, sodium losses and hydration practices of elite squash players during training
Nutrients, 15(7) (2023)
"Is it a slow day or a go day?": the perceptions and applications of velocity-based training within elite strength and conditioning
International Journal of Sports Science and Coaching (2022)
The role of strength on punch impact force in boxing
Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 36(10), 2957-2969 (2022)
"I want to create so much stimulus that adaptation goes through the roof": high-performance strength coaches' perceptions of planned overreaching
Frontiers in Sports and Active Living, 4 (2022)
High-intensity conditioning for combat athletes: practical recommendations
Applied Sciences, 11(22) (2021)
Skills
Areas of Expertise
Teaching & Supervision
Editorial & Professional
Peer Review
Education
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Sport Physiology
Sheffield Hallam University
2017
Research focused on sport physiology and performance
Master of Science (MSc)
Sport Science
Sheffield Hallam University
2007
Advanced study in sport science principles and applications
Bachelor of Science (Hons.)
Sport Science
Sheffield Hallam University
2005
Foundation in sport and exercise science
Media & Public Engagement
Over 100 media outputs providing expert commentary and public engagement across broadcast, print and digital platforms.
"Here's how we helped 'Hardest Geezer' run the full length of Africa"
Scientific support for Russ Cook's record-breaking run across Africa (2024)
Expert commentary on boxing science and combat sports
Featured in The Times, Wall Street Journal, BBC and Sky Sports
The Conversation articles
Multiple articles with 20,000+ combined reads
ResearchGate
225,000+ reads across published research
Get In Touch
I'm always open to discussing new opportunities, collaborations, or just having a conversation about our industry. Feel free to reach out!
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Sheffield Hallam University, UK