Dr Simon Augustus | Kingston University London

Before moving to Kingston University in August 2021, I completed a PhD in Sports Biomechanics at the University of Chichester.

The focus of my PhD was to identify whole-body mechanical strategies for performing ball kicking motions (e.g. football instep, rugby place, and AFL punt kicks). Knowledge of these strategies has allowed me to explore different methods of enhancing performance of these skills.

My research has also focused on developing novel methods of processing biomechanical data (e.g. EMG, Kinematic and Force measurements) and analysing different movement patterns. I am currently investigating how such methods influence identification of athletes 'at risk' from sustaining lower limb injuries (e.g. anterior cruciate ligament, tibial stress fractures).