Dr Max Nelson

Dr Max Nelson is a Lecturer in Exercise and Sport Science with UniSA: Allied Health and Human Performance with a passion for student-focused teaching which places student wellbeing at the forefront of his practice. Max currently coordinates the 1st year course of Functional Anatomy, and the 2nd year courses of Exercise Delivery and Exercise Physiology 2. Max has been teaching at the University of South Australia since 2011, and has delivered both tutorials and lectures in subject areas of Functional Anatomy, Exercise Delivery, Exercise Physiology, Human Nutrition, Biomechanics, and Professional Practice in Exercise Science. In addition, Max has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications, presented at multiple national and international conferences, and has supervised ten Honours students to completion. 

Max completed his PhD in 2017, with his research focusing on heart rate parameters as a marker of post-exertional fatigue in both athletes and clinic populations such as those with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Prior to this, in 2011 he completed an Honours year researching the effects of exercise induced fatigue on cardiac autonomic control in elite cyclists, which followed on from completing his degree in Applied Sciences (Human Movement and Health Studies) in 2010, majoring in Sport and Exercise Science. Other areas of interest include fatigue monitoring in elite sport, training load quantification, and exercise capacity in populations with chronic conditions. Max is currently supervising one PhD student, two Masters by Research students, and six Honours students, in addition to acting as the Physical Performance Coordinator for the University of South Australia 'Invictus Pathways Program'.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Philosophy University of South Australia

• Bachelor of Applied Science (Human Movement) University of South Australia

• Bachelor of Health Science (Honours) University of South Australia