Celebrating Rachel Isaiah's Achievements and Research Initiatives.
Published: 4 July 2024
Rachel Isaiah receives the first Spirit of WiSEAN (Women in Sports and Exercise Academic Network) Award.
We are delighted to congratulate Rachel Isaiah, a first-year PhD student in Sports Science and a James McCune Smith (JMS) Scholar, on receiving the first Spirit of WiSEAN (Women in Sports and Exercise Academic Network) award. This prestigious recognition celebrates Rachel's embodiment of growth, commitment, and her unwavering promotion of research focused on women in sport and exercise.
Rachel's groundbreaking research addresses the significant data gap in female-specific exercise science, particularly investigating how the menstrual cycle influences athletic performance. Her current study, conducted in lab 242, examines the validity and reliability of speed-tolerance tests and critical velocity, with a unique focus on female participants. This innovative approach aims to explore the menstrual cycle as a vital variable in exercise testing, providing much-needed insights into female physiology.
In her upcoming research, Rachel plans to delve deeper into the impact of hormonal fluctuations on exercise performance across the four phases of the menstrual cycle. This comprehensive study will mark a significant advancement in sports science, offering specific and applicable findings that can enhance training protocols and performance outcomes for female athletes.
Beyond her research endeavours, Rachel's contributions have been widely recognized. As a qualified personal trainer and netball coach, she is currently pursuing her UK Strength and Conditioning Association (UKSCA) qualification. Her dedication to the field underscores her aspiration to become a leading strength and conditioning coach, sports scientist, and expert in female exercise physiology.
Rachel is actively seeking female runners to participate in her ongoing study. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to pioneering research that aims to optimize women's athletic success and participation.
Connect with Rachel and follow her research journey on LinkedIn, Instagram @fempowerresearch_, or X (Twitter) @rachelisaiah601.
Join us in celebrating Rachel Isaiah's remarkable achievements and her vital contributions to advancing women's sports and exercise research.
First published: 4 July 2024