Hayley Legg

Hayley Legg is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Sport, Health and Applied Science at St Mary's University. She lectures on the Strength and Conditioning Science MSc distance learning program and is pursuing a PhD in Kinesiology at the University of Saskatchewan, focusing on upper extremity strength in older adults. She is an accredited member of the UK Strength and Conditioning Association (UKSCA), offering consultancy services in strength and conditioning coaching.

Educations:

• BSc (Hons) Sport Science, St Mary's University
• MRes Applied Sport Science, St Mary's University
• PhD Candidate in Kinesiology (University of Saskatchewan, Canada)

Her research explores biomechanics of strength training and aging populations, particularly investigating upper limb strength decline and fall risk factors in elderly individuals. Her work also examines footwear effects on squat biomechanics and compression garments' role in recovery.

Key Research Themes:

• Musculoskeletal adaptations in aging
• Biomechanical optimization of strength exercises
• Pre-frailty markers and functional capacity
• Sports equipment efficacy in training

Awards & Honors: No specific awards mentioned.

Professional Activities: Provides consultancy support to athletes and clients, with active engagement in academic conferences and peer-reviewed research. No grants or lab affiliations explicitly noted.