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Alex Reader

Alex Reader

Assistant Strength And Conditioning Coach

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    MSc Sport and Health Sciences

  • Education

    • University of Exeter

      2016 - 2017
      Master’s Degree Sport and Health Sciences

      With an excellent reputation for teaching quality, our MSc Sport and Health Sciences presents an exciting and challenging opportunity to develop scientific understanding of sport, exercise and health. Programme content is underpinned by past and current research from our internationally recognised research groups: Bioenergetics and Human Performance; and Physical Activity and Health Across the Lifespan.Modules: -Research Methods and Analytical Procedures -Dissertation (Journal… Show more With an excellent reputation for teaching quality, our MSc Sport and Health Sciences presents an exciting and challenging opportunity to develop scientific understanding of sport, exercise and health. Programme content is underpinned by past and current research from our internationally recognised research groups: Bioenergetics and Human Performance; and Physical Activity and Health Across the Lifespan.Modules: -Research Methods and Analytical Procedures -Dissertation (Journal Article)-Physical Activity in the Prevention and Treatment of Chronic Disease-Paediatric Exercise and Health -Current Issues in Sport and Exercise Psychology Show less

    • Southampton Solent University

      2012 - 2015
      Bachelor’s Degree Applied Sports Science First Class

      Year 1 Modules:•Introduction to Physiology of Exercise•Introduction to Sports Psychology•Introduction to Biomechanics•Health, Fitness and Programme Design•Client Testing and Training•Functional Anatomy and Kinesiology•Study Skills for Sport and ExerciseYear 2 Modules:•Research Methods for Sport and Exercise•Applied Techniques in Sport Psychology•Applied Principles of Biomechanics•Application of Fitness Testing and Training•Applied… Show more Year 1 Modules:•Introduction to Physiology of Exercise•Introduction to Sports Psychology•Introduction to Biomechanics•Health, Fitness and Programme Design•Client Testing and Training•Functional Anatomy and Kinesiology•Study Skills for Sport and ExerciseYear 2 Modules:•Research Methods for Sport and Exercise•Applied Techniques in Sport Psychology•Applied Principles of Biomechanics•Application of Fitness Testing and Training•Applied Principles of Sport Performance Analysis•Applied Principles of Strength and ConditioningYear 3 Modules:•Professional Practice in Sports Psychology•Professional Practice in Physiology of Exercise•Sport Science Support•Professional Practice of Strength and Conditioning•Dissertation- Effects of Montmorency Cherry Juice on DOMS and Strength Decrement Show less

  • Experience

    • London Irish Rugby Club

      Sept 2013 - Jun 2014
      Assistant Strength And Conditioning Coach

      Assisted a lead coach in field based strength and conditioning to the London Irish Bronze Academy. The sessions were focused on improving agility, speed, and strength. The group consisted of up to 20 athletes aged 13-17.

    • Southampton Solent University

      Sept 2014 - Jun 2015
      Strength And Conditioning Coach- High Performance Academy

      - Primary strength and conditioning coach for three national/international athletes - Creating a years periodised plan for each athlete (Excel) and training them on a 1-1 basis - Testing body composition, wellbeing state and movement competencies - Applying rehabilitation assessments and working alongside contributing disciplines

    • Solent Sport

      Sept 2014 - Jun 2015
      Strength And Conditioning Coach

      Designing and delivering individual strength and conditioning sessions to wheelchair rugby athletes, in a gym based setting. Focusing on improving strength, power, mobility, performance and individual pathologies

    • Sweat and Stretch

      Jun 2015 - Jan 2016
      Gym Instructor/ Duty Manager

    • Exeter City Football Club

      Nov 2016 - Nov 2017
      Strength and Conditioning Intern

    • University of Exeter

      Nov 2016 - Nov 2017
      Strength and Conditioning Intern High Performance Programme

      To provide Strength and Conditioning support, alongside the lead S&C coach for focus sports within the University of Exeter High Performance Programme

    • Westbank Community Health and Care

      Apr 2018 - Apr 2019
      Health and Wellbeing Instructor

      Overview of Role:To assist with on-going support to the delivery and development of health and fitnessprogrammes, including programmes to support those groups disadvantaged byhealth conditions.Job Specification:-To provide gym inductions and exercise programmes- To provide general support to Westbank gym members, including those withspecific health conditions- To support the delivery of exercise classes and health related referral sessionson site and at sites within Devon- To provide outreach support within Devon for general health and fitness activities- Attend training relevant to Westbank’s business development in rehabilitation andIll health prevention services- To support the health and fitness manager in programme development anddelivery- To ensure all relevant administrative records relating to the job and clients arekept up to date and developed to meet evaluation and evidence requirements- Work as part of Show less

    • Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Trust

      Apr 2019 - Dec 2019
      Rehabilitation Specialist

      • To provide specific rehabilitation programmes for patients following assessment by a qualified Physiotherapist• To deliver a range of group exercise sessions on a weekly basis. Sessions may be provided independently or jointly with physiotherapy colleagues. All group work will be in line with the relevant national guidelines such as NICE guidance and that from Arthritis Research uk. • To support, advise and motivate patients to achieve identified treatment goals using a coaching and motivational approach which encourages longer term self- management.• To support patients with long term health conditions to gain independence and increased confidence to exercise within their capabilities. • To assist with telephone advice and treatment planning in line with patients’ needs as identified by a physiotherapist• Contribute to and deliver when requested, training sessions for Physiotherapists as part of the regular In Service Training programme (IST). This post will focus on strategies to develop physiotherapy colleagues level of expertise in exercise prescription/rehabilitation strategies.• Ensure all patient related information is secure and confidentiality of information is maintained at all times• Provide excellent patient care for a range of conditions, managing stressed and anxious patients with tact and empathy• Engaging with carers and relatives to support and inform them with the purpose of reinforcing the need for compliance with issued home exercise programmes.• Ensure the professional image of the Trust is maintained at all times. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • REPS level 2 Gym Instructor

      Register of Exercise Professionals

    • REPS Level 3 Personal Trainer

      Register of Exercise Professionals

    • Level 3 GP and Exercise Referral

      Lifetime Training