Anna Grexton

About Anna Grexton

Passionate and driven Kinesiology major at Cal Poly, specializing in exercise science. Currently in my fifth year, I have honed my skills both in the classroom and on the track as a D1 student-athlete on the Track and Field team. Committed to success, I actively contribute to the Kinesiology department as both a grader and a FROST undergraduate researcher, where I am immersed in the latest advancements in the field. In addition to my academic pursuits, I balance multiple jobs, including my role as a student athletic trainer, where I gain hands-on experience in providing care and support to athletes. This multifaceted involvement has strengthened my ability to adapt, collaborate, and thrive in dynamic environments. With a deep-rooted passion for sports medicine, I am determined to pursue a rewarding career in the field. I am excited to apply my comprehensive knowledge of kinesiology, combined with my practical experiences, to make a positive impact on the well-being and performance of athletes. Let\'s connect and explore opportunities where my dedication, expertise, and ambition can contribute to the world of sports medicine.

Experience

1. Undergraduate Research Assistant - Frost Fellow

   Cal Poly Bailey College Of Science & Mathematics

   Jun 2023 — Present · San Luis Obispo, CA, US

   Investigating the effects of different surface types on the stress impact of single-leg jumping. My responsibilities include designing protocols, collecting and analyzing data using advanced biomechanical tools, and coordinating participants. I collaborate with a research team, prepare reports, and ensure compliance with ethical standards. Key achievements include implementing a new data protocol, contributing to a research paper, and presenting findings at the national ACSM conference.Administering maximal and sub-maximal exercise tests, collect gas/blood/urine/saliva samples, recruit/blind participants, prepare supplements, and analyze data for two projects. Completing a multi-site study looking at the gens of elite endurance athletes. Analyzing the intra- and inter- rater reliability of a recently developed exercise thresholds app, contributing to a published manuscript on two different studies, as well as presenting findings at both the regional and national ACSM conference. Assisting in opening one of the first private practice exercise stress test clinics of its kind on the west coast. Building a website from scratch as well as designing a workflow for said healthcare clinic from booking appointments to maintaining the payment from clients. Assisted in implementing protocols as well as writing any and all consent forms needed before participation from clients.

Education

• Loughborough University

  Master of Science - MS, Musculoskeletal Sport Science and Health

• California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo

  Undergraduate, Kinesiology and Exercise Science