Lecturers within the research field of physical activity and physiology particularly helped guide my career and education choices. They were always willing to support my enthusiasm for exercise as medicine and provided important exposure to the underlying research in this field.
I particularly enjoyed completing my physiology research project and assisting with several research studies, gaining experience in health assessments and investigating the influence of physical activity on our day-to-day physiology.
The hands-on lab-based experience during my degree (particularly in exercise testing and physical activity measurement) has proven invaluable in effectively selecting appropriate assessments or monitoring strategies for each individual client.
Modules in exercise psychology have allowed me to help client's overcome and achieve their goals through various strategies, as well as giving me an in depth understanding of human anatomy and physiology to understand and tackle complex health conditions or injuries during their rehabilitation phase. Loughborough also equipped me with the skills to critically evaluate research and translate this into practice.