Alex Houston

About Alex Houston

I translate exercise science research into practical performance solutions. PhD candidate in Kinesiology (ABD), CPSS, CSCS.Currently: Performance Coach at OffTheField in Boise, where I train athletes ranging from youth through professional levels. I also serve as Principal Investigator on a longitudinal study tracking youth athletic performance (Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine) and Expert Human Performance Consultant for Zepp Health, where I built their AI-informed strength training platform for Amazfit wearables.My work bridges rigorous research with real-world application—from IRB-approved studies and grant acquisition to developing algorithms that convert coaching expertise into scalable training recommendations. I design performance monitoring systems and return-to-play protocols used in both research and applied settings.Based in Boise, Idaho. Open to consulting in sports science, wearable tech, and performance research.

Experience

1. Human Performance Consultant

   Zepp Health

   Nov 2023 — Present

   Lead strength and performance strategy for Amazfit\'s global running platform, translating evidence-based training principles into scalable AI-powered programming for worldwide user base.Product Strategy & Development• Guide product roadmap for runner-focused training features, bridging gap between exercise science research and consumer wearable technology• Design comprehensive AI-informed strength programming specifically for runners, delivered through Amazfit devices with automated personalization at scaleEvidence-Based Program Design• Build training protocols targeting key performance adaptations: maximal strength, rate of force development (RFD), and running economy• Ensure all programming aligns with peer-reviewed research while remaining accessible for general fitness populations• Translate complex physiological concepts into user-friendly training recommendationsTechnical Collaboration• Partner with product management and machine learning teams to convert coaching expertise into algorithmic frameworks• Develop decision-tree logic and graph-based systems enabling on-device training recommendations• Bridge the gap between human coaching heuristics and automated programming systemsCore Expertise Applied• Exercise physiology and performance adaptation• Strength training for endurance athletes• AI/ML integration with training methodology• Scalable program design for diverse user populations

Education

• Ithaca College

  Masters of Science , Sports and Exercise Science

  2021 — 2023

• Concordia University-St. Paul

  Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Kinesiology and Exercise Science

• The College of Idaho

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Exercise Science