ABOUT US


Founded by two research students during their university days at the University of Leeds studying Sports Science and Physiology, The Pace was created as a way to provide valuable insights to our readers about the physiology behind predominantly endurance exercise, whilst also allowing us to research and learn about the topics that interest us.

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Viktor Engman

I am currently pursuing my doctoral studies at Deakin University in Melbourne, Australia. My research focuses on examining the role of intramuscular sex hormones in skeletal muscle adaptation and health across the lifespan. In addition to my academic pursuits, I also work part-time as a sports scientist with the junior academy for the Swedish ice hockey club Luleå Hockey.

Annabel Critchlow

I am currently a doctoral student at Deakin University in Melbourne, studying female muscle ageing. I previously completed my Master’s at the University of Leeds, where I investigated sex differences in the muscle of heart failure patients. My sporting interests include road cycling, running, and strength training, and I have also competed in Irish dance.

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