Biography

I completed my undergraduate degree in Sport & Exercise Science here at the University of Lincoln in 2007, gaining a first class honours degree. I then worked as a Sports Science Technician and visiting lecturer on the Schools undergraduate programmes, before moving into my current role as a Sports Sciences and Coaching Instructor in 2009. Since completing my undergraduate degree I have also been undertaking a part-time PhD alongside my various roles within the School. I am an OCN level 2 accredited phlebotomist.

Research

My primary research interests focus on the physiological aspects of triathlon performance. I am currently undertaking work investigating how the development of fatigue during the different disciplines of triathlon affects the perception and control of pacing during performance. This work also looks to challenge current theoretical models which are thought to explain fatigue development during endurance performance.
Physiological aspects of triathlon performance and fatigue development

Publications

Taylor, D., Smith, M.F. and Vleck, V.E. (2011) 'Reliability of Simulated Sprint-Distance Triathlon'. Proceedings of the I World Conference of Science in Triathlon, University of Alicante, Spain.
Taylor, D., Smith, M.F. and Vleck, V.E. (2011) 'Physiological Correlates of Simulated Sprint-Distance Triathlon'. Proceedings of the I World Conference of Science in Triathlon, University of Alicante, Spain.

Consultancy

I have provided physiological support to athletes from a variety of sports, including triathlon and professional motor racing, establishing focused training recommendations based on sport-specific assessments and athlete goals. I have also delivered a number of practical sports science workshops to college (BTEC) and secondary school groups (GCSE and A Level) which help enhance student understanding of physiological assessments and associated/underlying theory.

Other Information

Teaching Areas
Teaches on BSc Sport & Exercise Science, BSc Sport, Development & Coaching and BSc Golf Science and Development degree programmes, specifically delivering physiology laboratory/seminar sessions on all 1st and 2nd year undergraduate modules.