Faculty of Health, Sport and Behavioural Sciences
Brett first studied Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons) at University of Essex. After graduating in 2017, he went on to pursue an MSc in Sports Biomechanics at Loughborough University and graduated in 2018. Following his MSc, Brett completed a PhD in 2024, titled “The Acute, Training, and Detraining Effects of Eccentric Resistance Exercise on Older Adults’ Muscular Function and Structure”.
Brett is a Fellow of The Higher Education Academy (FHEA) and teaches on modules related to Biomechanics, Physiology, Injury Prevention, and Research Methods, alongside providing supervision for undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral students.
Brett’s research focuses on exercise medicine as a strategy to prevent, manage, and alleviate symptoms associated with non-communicable diseases. His work investigates the efficacy of resistance-based interventions, with a particular emphasis on eccentric and isometric muscle contractions, to improve neuromuscular function and cardiovascular health across diverse populations.
Central to Brett’s research is the translation of laboratory findings into meaningful real-world practice. He collaborates with community organisations, healthcare professionals, and public health stakeholders to integrate exercise medicine principles into accessible and sustainable health interventions. More recently, his work has expanded to include digital health approaches that aim to increase access to evidence-based exercise programmes, enhance adherence, and support long-term behaviour change across diverse communities.