I am a Reader in Clinical Exercise Science at the University of Wolverhampton.

The main focus of my research is on the role of physical activity in the prevention and treatment of non-communicable disease. In particular, I have worked with patients with cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes and related metabolic conditions, and arthritis. I am interested in the communication of science and meta-research, field of research that investigates research practices and quality. I also have a keen interest in the application of exercise science to enhance athletic performance.

Through my role as a research fellow at Russells Hall hospital, I was involved in the setting up and management of a MacMillan funded exercise-based cancer rehabilitation service. I have led randomised controlled trials and epidemiological studies and have published in peer-reviewed journals with high impact factors in the areas of exercise and chronic disease and sports performance. I have presented my work at a number of research conferences, including the BASES, ASCM, and Physiology Society annual conferences.

I have experience in the design, management, and statistical analysis of clinical trials. I have led and supervised a number of Cochrane Collaboration and non-Cochrane systematic reviews and meta-analyses. I have received national and international grants (MacMillan, FP-7, and Horizon 2020) and have peer reviewed for multiple funding bodies and journals.
I have run experiments for and appeared on the BBC television programme, Trust Me I’m a Doctor, twice, and appeared on the Guru Performance and Food For Fitness podcasts. I have provided exercise testing and sports science support for runners, triathletes, cyclists, and Gaelic football and soccer players. On a previous project, I provided sports science support for 4 cyclists who completed the Race Across America.