PESS e-Zine vol 1 Feb 2013

Welcome to the first edition of the 'PESS e-Zine'. This issue looks back at the diversity of the research, activities, and events within the Physical Education and Sport Sciences (PESS) Department in 2012. Many thanks to all our contributors to this first issue. The 2012 issue provides an update on a number of research studies, including the thriving UL Body Composition Study and the on-going work in the National Altitude Training Centre. Exercise Physiologists give us an insight into cryotherapy and our resident Psychology faculty explore the area of Motor Cognition. Outreach activities are a key part of our department’s work, and I-Play, Disabled Golf and Amputee Biomechanics feature in the issue. The PESS department prides itself on the high standard and talent of its postgraduate students, and Laura-Anne Furlong and Lynne Algar explain how their personal involvement in sport and coaching contributes to answering research questions in sport. Chris Bryan, (Irish international Open Water Swimmer) describes what is like to be an in international athlete and a student in the PESS Department. Dr. PJ Smyth’s contributions to the department and sport are celebrated in an extensive feature. The e-Zine also highlights staff and student achievements and notable events coming up in 2013. We hope you enjoy this first edition.