David Broom

David Broom is a Professor of Physical Activity, Exercise and Health at Coventry University, affiliated with the Department of Clinical Exercise Science within the Centre for Physical Activity, Sport and Exercise Sciences. His research focuses on exercise and nutritional interventions to address obesity and energy balance, with expertise in home-based exercise programs. He contributed to the 2019 UK Physical Activity Guidelines as part of the Chief Medical Officers’ expert group and served as former Chair of the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences Division of Physical Activity for Health.

Research Interests:

• Physical activity and sedentary behavior interventions
• Obesity prevention and treatment
• Energy balance and appetite regulation
• Home-based exercise program development

Recent work includes evaluating lifestyle behaviors post-COVID-19 and addressing health disparities in physical activity guidelines. His research spans cardiovascular health, diabetes prevention, and the impact of environmental factors like cold-water immersion on metabolic processes.

Projects: Leading a multi-year project (2021–2024) developing home-based exercise programs for individuals with peripheral artery disease.

Labs/Teams: Collaborates within Coventry University’s Centre for Physical Activity, Sport and Exercise Sciences, focusing on translational research to bridge clinical and community health initiatives.