Helen T. Douda

Professor Helen T. Douda is a faculty member at the Department of Physical Education and Sport Science, Democritus University of Thrace, Greece. Her academic role includes teaching courses like Physiology, Rhythmic Gymnastics, and Exercise Methodology. She advises students during dedicated office hours in the Clinical Exercise Physiology Laboratory.

Education:

• BSc in Physical Education and Sport Science (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 1985)
• PhD in Physical Education and Sport Science (Democritus University of Thrace, 1998)
• Certification in New Technologies and Multimedia (1992)

Research Interests: Focuses on Exercise Physiology in Health and Sports, particularly in obesity, metabolic syndrome, cardiovascular function, and rhythmic gymnastics. Her work integrates kinanthropometry, body composition analysis, and exercise interventions for clinical populations.

Grants & Projects: Led or co-led over 20 funded projects including studies on exercise in metabolic disorders, cardiac rehabilitation, and physical education reforms. Notable projects include 'Effect of Diet and Exercise in Metabolic Rate' (2009–2011) and 'Cardiovascular Disease and Exercise' (2005–2008).

• Member of prestigious associations like European College of Sport Science and Greek Society of Physiology
• Reviewer for journals including International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance

Labs & Teams: Active in the Physical Education & Exercise Division's Clinical Exercise Physiology Laboratory. Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on projects involving athletes' physiological adaptations and chronic disease management.