Jack McNamara
Senior Lecturer in Clinical Exercise Science
Senior Lecturer
Course Leader for MSc Clinical Exercise Physiology
Department of Sport , School of Health Sport and Bioscience
Described as one of Europe’s most senior practitioners by the sector’s professional body, Jack is a highly experienced clinical exercise physiologist and strength coach.
Qualifications
- MSc Exercise for Special Populations
- Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist - AHCS
- Chartered Activity and Health Practitioner - CIMSPA
- Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
- Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
Areas Of Interest
Jack's research and professional interests span a broad and impactful spectrum at the intersection of clinical exercise physiology, education and public health.
OVERVIEW
Since starting his career in 2005, Jack has delivered more than 25,000 hours of face-to-face coaching, worked on London's world-famous Harley Street as a clinical exercise physiologist, and has both taught and developed vocational, undergraduate and postgraduate courses for future leaders in clinical exercise science.
As a seasoned science communicator, Jack has contributed to more than 250 press publications worldwide. Most recently, he has been a regular contributor to The Conversation UK, where his articles have been read by more than 2 million people.
Clinical Exercise Physiology at UEL
EXTERNAL ROLES
- University of Wolverhampton – External Examiner
- CEP UK – Standards and Education Committee
- CIMSPA – Workforce Development Committee
PUBLICATIONS
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Publications
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Full publications list
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- The effects of high intensity interval training on quality of life: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Journal of Public Health. In Press. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10389-024-02192-4
