Victor Paredes Hernandez

Victor Paredes Hernandez is a Professor at UCJC University's HM Faculty of Health Sciences since 2014. He holds a PhD in Physical Education and Sports Sciences (2009, UAM) with Cum Laude distinction and ANECA accreditation (2018). His career spans teaching, research, and professional football physical training.

• PhD in Physical Education and Sports Sciences (UAM, 2009)
• Certified Spanish Association of Sports Medicine (CCAFD)
• Doctoral accreditation with two six-year research periods (ANECA, 2011-2017; 2018-2024)

His research focuses on physical performance evaluation, training load analysis, and injury prevention. He combines quantitative and qualitative methods to optimize sports training processes and address motor education challenges in performance contexts.

Recent publications highlight advancements in hamstring rehabilitation, muscle injury risk analysis, and GPS-based performance monitoring. His work bridges academic research with practical applications in professional football.

• Quality and Transfer of Results Award (UPM-INEF, 2012)
• INEF Student Training Award (UPM-INEF, 2015)

As a physical trainer, he has collaborated with top coaches like Julen Lopetegui and Raúl González at clubs including Real Madrid CF and Rayo Vallecano. He has supervised numerous Master's and Doctoral Theses while authoring five books on sports training and rehabilitation.