Jostein Hallén

Jostein Hallén is a Professor at the Norwegian School of Sport Sciences, Institute of Physical Performance, where he leads the Integrated Physiology research group. His work focuses on exercise physiology, cardiovascular adaptation, and endurance training, with a particular interest in youth athletes and hypoxia effects. Hallén has published extensively on topics like blood volume, cardiac remodeling, and metabolic responses to training.

• PhD in Physiology from the University of Oslo
• Former Head of the Department of Physical Performance
• Former middle-distance runner and track coach

His recent research explores the impact of aerobic exercise on cancer survivors, high-intensity training in youth, and mechanisms of fatigue during hypoxia. Collaborative projects often involve interdisciplinary teams and advanced physiological measurements.

See ResearchGate for complete publications.