Our staff and students
If you would like to find out more about the Active Health Exercise Lab, then please email innovation@uhi.ac.uk
Jed McKernie
Jed McKernie
Sports Lecturer, Inverness College UHI
Profile
I am a postgraduate researcher studying on the Exercise Physiology, Training and Nutrition MRes programme. My project is entitled “The science of shinty: a needs analysis and training considerations” and aims to develop an athlete profile. I have a background in the physical preparation of athletes in a range of sports including football and downhill mountain biking.
Main research interests
- The use of technology in testing and monitoring athletes.
- Physical preparation of athletes.
Gordon Mowat
Gordon Mowat
Physical Preparation Coach and Coach Educator
Profile
I am a post-graduate researcher on the Exercise Physiology, Nutrition and Training MRes programme. My MRes project title is ‘Evaluating the Impact of the sportscotland Highlands & Islands Performance Development Programme’. A UKSCA accredited coach, I have extensive experience in delivering strength and conditioning support to a wide range of sports people.
Main research interests
- Resistance training for sports performance
- Strength and Conditioning for children and adolescents