Vancouver Sun Run and running – SFU Experts Available

As we approach the 40th edition of the Vancouver Sun Run, one of the largest running events in North America, SFU experts are available to provide insights into the event as well as various facets of running, training, race preparation and exercise as part of a healthy lifestyle.

AVAILABLE SFU EXPERTS

ALEXANDRA COATES, assistant professor, Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology
alexandra_coates@sfu.ca
Expertise: Overtraining and the everyday athlete; low energy availability; changes (or lack of changes) in performance across the menstrual cycle in female athletes.

CHRISTOPHER NAPIER, assistant professor, Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology, director, SFU Run Lab
cnapier@sfu.ca 
Expertise: How to ramp up your training without getting injured; is there an ideal running technique?; Does footwear matter?

MICHAEL RYAN, adjunct professor, Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology
m_ryan@sfu.ca 
Expertise: Sun, training and preparation Sun Run; preventing running injuries leading up to the event; tips for having an enjoyable race; ensuring that the Sun Run is part of your longer fitness journey.

CONTACT

WILL HENDERSON, SFU Communications & Marketing 
604.368.2532 | will_henderson@sfu.ca

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