Jan-Peter Goldmann

Jan-Peter Goldmann is a researcher at the Institute of Biomechanics and Orthopaedics at the German Sport University Cologne. He holds a temporary professorship at Hochschule Koblenz (2018–2019). His research focuses on foot biomechanics, injury prevention, and performance optimization in elite sports (e.g., bobsleigh) and law enforcement. He invented the 'Big Toe PowerPro' training device for foot muscle strengthening, winning the 'Technologies for Healthy Movement' award.

Education: PhD student at the Institute of Biomechanics and Orthopaedics (prior role).

Research Interests: Biomechanics of movement, foot function, sports technology, and practical applications in elite sports and occupational health. Recent studies address police officer fitness, bobsleigh push mechanics, and ballet dancer musculoskeletal health.

Awards: Technologies for Healthy Movement Award (2022).

Advising & Grants: Supervised master’s and bachelor’s theses on topics like foot stiffness and AI in injury prevention. Collaborates with German Bobsleigh Luge Federation and North Rhine-Westphalia Police. Active in 45 funded projects, including internal research on foot biomechanics and externally funded elite sport performance.

Labs/Teams: Part of the German Research Centre of Elite Sport and the Institute of Biomechanics and Orthopaedics. Engaged in interdisciplinary teams analyzing human movement across sports and occupational settings.