Dr. Jay Dawes (Oklahoma State University): Building the link between academia and industry.
Episode description
Jay Dawes PhD, CSCS,*D, NSCA-CPT*D , TSAC-F, FNSCA, is an Associate professor of Applied Exercise Science in the Department of Kinesiology, Health and Recreation at Oklahoma State University. Dr. Dawes has worked as a university athletic performance coordinator, strength/performance coach, personal trainer, and educator for approximately 20 years. His primary research interests is focused on improving the health, fitness and human performance for the tactical athletes/first responder, as well as sport.
He was also recognised as the 2021 Tactical Professional of the year by the NSCA.
In this episode he talks about:
- How he became involved within the tactical profession.
- Setting up the OSU Tactical fitness and nutrition lab.
- How academics can build relationships with organisations.
- His research interests within the tactical profession.
Resources discussed:
What is your why by Josias Jean Pierre
Getting things done by David Allen
You can contact Jay via email at jay.dawes@okstate.edu or via social media on Instagram and Twitter
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