Matsouka Ourania

Matsouka Ourania is a Professor at the Department of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, Democritus University of Thrace. Her research focuses on Physical Education with an emphasis on outdoor activities, Sports Management, and Recreation. She has published extensively on topics such as exercise programs for the elderly, workplace fitness programs, and the psychological effects of physical activity. Her work bridges gerontology, sports science, and public health, often exploring how outdoor activities enhance functional capacity and mental well-being in diverse populations.

Her educational background and professional history are not detailed in the provided texts. Research activities include collaborations on projects involving corporate fitness programs, pediatric oncology patient interventions, and sports tourism analysis. She maintains an active research agenda with a focus on practical applications of physical activity across healthcare, education, and leisure sectors.

Dr. Ourania’s work emphasizes real-world impact, such as improving quality of life for nurses, elderly individuals, and pediatric patients through structured exercise programs. Her contributions extend to analyzing tactical behaviors in elite sports and assessing musculoskeletal health in occupational settings.