Jack Mcnamara

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
  • Cardiac Rehabilitation Specialist – BACPR
  • Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist – NSCA
  • Certified Special Populations Specialist – NSCA
  • Cancer Rehabilitation Specialist
  • Mental Health through Exercise Referral Specialist
  • Chair Based Exercise Leader
  • Certified Pilates Instructor
  • Master Trainer - European Register of Exercise Professionals (EREPs)

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.

Jack Mcnamara

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

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TEACHING

  • MSc Clinical Exercise Physiology

    This MSc in Clinical Exercise Physiology provides students the opportunity to implement evidence-based practice in the support of people living with long-term health conditions.

  • MSc Strength and Conditioning

    This sports course will develop skills and knowledge to allow you to have a sound knowledge base, that is applied to practice, to enhance performance.

  • BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science

    Unlock the science behind peak athletic performance with a Sport and Exercise Science degree at UEL. Dive into real-world experiences that shape the future of sports performance.

EXTERNAL ROLES

  • University of Wolverhampton – External Examiner
  • CEP UK – Standards and Education Committee
  • CIMSPA – Workforce Development Committee

Publications

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Full publications list

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Research repository