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Biography
Ben is currently a Graduate Teaching Assistant in Exercise Physiology at the University of Northampton with teaching commitments predominately within the Sport Science provision for modules focused on Sport and Exercise Physiology. Ben also leads our falls prevention classes delivered on campus. Outside of the organisation, Ben works as a lecturer in Sport Science for Activate Learning.
Research Interests
The application of novel approaches to isometric resistance training in the treatment and control of high blood pressure.
The mechanisms underpinning cardiovascular adaptation leading to a reducing blood pressure following isometric resistance training.
The measurement of training-load and examining the associations with fitness and performance characteristics in soccer players.
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
External positions
Lecturer in Sport Science , Activate Learning
23 Feb 2018 → …
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Home based isometric resistance band training to reduce blood pressure in West Northamptonshire.
Baross, A. (PI), Jones, P. (CoI) & Wright, B. (CoI)
1/10/23 → 1/07/26
Project: Research › Local Government
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Effects of a Maintenance Period on Ambulatory Blood Pressure and Morning Blood Pressure Surge in Young Normotensives Post Isometric Training
Baross, A., Baxter, B. A., Wright, B. & Kay, A. D., 15 Aug 2024, In: Frontiers in Physiology. 15, 1405230, 9 p.Research output: Contribution to Journal › Article › peer-review
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The acute and repeated bout effects of multi-joint eccentric exercise on physical function and balance in older adults
Baxter, B. A., Baross, A., Ryan, D., Wright, B. & Kay, T., 1 Oct 2023, In: European Journal of Applied Physiology. 123, 10, p. 2131–2143 13 p.Research output: Contribution to Journal › Article › peer-review
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Validation of a Novel Isometric Resistance Training Band: A Comparison of the Cardiovascular Responses Between Exercise Modes
Wright, B., Baxter, B. A., Antrobus, M., Jones, P. & Baross, A., 6 Jul 2023.Research output: Contribution to Conference › Poster › peer-review
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Acute and Repeated Bout Effects of Sub-Maximal Isokinetic Eccentric Exercise on Neuromuscular Function and Perceived Exertion in Older Adults.
Baxter, B. A., Baross, A., Ryan, D., Wright, B. & Kay, A. D., 1 Sept 2022.Research output: Contribution to Conference › Abstract › peer-review
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Effects of isometric resistance training and detraining on ambulatory blood pressure and morning blood pressure surge in young normotensives: Isometric resistance training and detraining
Baross, A., Kay, A. D., Baxter, B. A., Wright, B., McGowan, C. & Swaine, I. L., 9 Sept 2022, In: Frontiers in Physiology. 13, 12 p., 958135.Research output: Contribution to Journal › Article › peer-review
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The dose–response relationship between training-load measures and aerobic fitness in elite academy soccer players
Ellis, M., Penny, R., Wright, B., Noon, M., Myers, T. & Akubat, I., 3 Apr 2021, In: Science and Medicine in Football. 5, 2, p. 128-136 9 p.Research output: Contribution to Journal › Article › peer-review
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The acute and repeated bout effects of multi-joint eccentric exercise on physical function and balance in older adults
Baxter, B. (Creator), Baross, A. (Creator), Ryan, D. (Creator), Wright, B. (Creator) & Kay, T. (Creator), University of Northampton, 14 Nov 2022
DOI: 10.24339/3cf619ad-ca74-4a3e-91f1-8d52a8cc6d04
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Effects of a Maintenance period on Ambulatory Blood Pressure and Morning Blood Pressure Surge in Young Normotensives post Isometric Training
Baross, A. (Creator), Baxter, B. (Creator), Wright, B. (Creator) & Kay, T. (Creator), University of Northampton, 21 Mar 2024
DOI: 10.24339/c8613cc2-1757-4063-bebe-f1f263fc1956
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Activities
- 1 Conference Presentation
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Effects of Different Modes of Isometric Resistance Training on Ambulatory Blood Pressure Variability in Healthy Normotensives
Baross, A. (Author), Wright, B. (Author), Baxter, B. (Author) & Kay, T. (Author)
7 Jul 2023Activity: Academic Talks or Presentations › Conference Presentation › Research
Press/Media
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University of Northampton launches study of new at-home kit to help adults with high blood pressure
23/03/22
1 Media contribution
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Blood Pressure UK - Isometric Exercise Participant Recruitment
14/02/22
1 Media contribution
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