Juan Carlos Colado Sanchez

Dr. Juan Carlos Colado Sanchez is a Distinguished-Chaired Full Professor at the Faculty of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, Department of Physical Education and Sport, at the University of Valencia. With teaching seniority since 2001, he specializes in Physical Education and Sport Sciences, focusing on aquatic and strength training for health promotion.

• Education: Doctorate from the University of Valencia (2003) with a thesis on aquatic strength training effects.

His research interests include resistance training, aquatic training for health, and strength training for older adults. He is a global leader in scientific production on strength training with elastics and aquatic training, particularly for aging populations.

Dr. Colado Sanchez has been recognized with multiple awards, including:

• Extraordinary Doctorate Award (University of Valencia)
• Scientific Reference in 'Aquatic Physical Conditioning'
• National Award for Sports Merit in 'Aerobics and Fitness'
• Outstanding Professional Career 2022 (Valencian Community)

He serves as Director of the Research Unit in Sports and Health and the Research Group on Prevention and Health in Physical Exercise and Sport at the University of Valencia. As a scientific reviewer for over 20 prestigious journals, he has contributed to more than 100 publications, with over 50% in Q1/Q2 journals, and regularly participates in international seminars, master's programs, and doctoral training.