Angus Leahy

Dr. Angus Leahy is a Lecturer at the School of Education, University of Newcastle, specializing in school-based physical activity interventions. His research focuses on implementing High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) programs like Burn 2 Learn to improve physiological, psychological, and cognitive health in senior school students, with recent adaptations for adolescents living with disability.

• PhD in Education (2021), University of Newcastle
• Bachelor of Teaching (Health & Physical Education) Honours (2016)

His research integrates exercise science, cognitive development, and inclusive education, with articles analyzing HIIT's effects on executive functions, stress reactivity, and brain metabolism. Current projects examine movement behavior optimization for obesity management and motivational design in physical education.

Scientific recognitions include:

• 2024 Best Early Career Researcher Presentation (Asia-Pacific Society for Physical Activity)
• 2023 College of Human and Social Futures Excellence Awards
• 2022 Best Higher Degree Research Thesis
• Multiple HDR publication awards

As a course coordinator for PE Studies and Lifetime Physical Activities, he translates research into curriculum development while collaborating with organizations like the NSW Department of Education and Central Coast Mariners for community health initiatives.