Alex Ehlert, Ph.D.
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
of America
9 Years Experience
Applied Sports Scientist and Researcher
with 25+ peer-reviewed publications and
extensive experience applying scientific
principles and data-informed systems to
real-world sports performance
environments.
Experience
North Carolina Wesleyan
University
Assistant Professor / August, 2021 —
May, 2022
As a tenure track faculty
member in the department of
exercise science, I engaged
in scholarly research,
instructed undergraduate
courses, and supervised
students as they engaged in
academic research projects.
My research focus was on the
use of field-based
technology (GPS, radar guns,
portable force plates) to
assess and monitor athlete
health, fitness, and
performance over time. I was
also collaborating with
external colleagues on
projects related to the
measurement and use of
technology to aid coaching
and decision-making in golf
and other skill-based
sports.
Assistant Professor of
Exercise Science / May, 2021 —
June, 2022
Managed research teams
consisting of colleagues
student researchers and
external collaborators to
conduct sports science
research projects and
publish results in
scientific journals.
Developed health and
performance testing
protocols for athletes on
campus which integrated
outputs from multiple
technologies applied
statistical models and
generated reports and
dashboards to provide
data-informed insights to
student-athletes and
coaches. Created standard
operating procedures to
ensure high-quality data
collection procedures were
adhered to within the
Applied Physiology
Laboratory. Supervised
student-led research
projects including guidance
on research methodology data
collection and analysis and
preparation of scientific
reports manuscripts and
presentations.
Research Expertise
Sports Science
Biomechanics
Golf Research
Exercise Physiology
Fitness Technologies
And 5 more
About
Dr. Alex Ehlert has a strong academic
background in the field of Human
Movement Sciences and has dedicated
his career to understanding and
improving human performance. He
received his Ph.D. in Human Movement
Sciences with a concentration in
Applied Kinesiology from Old Dominion
University in 2021. Prior to this, he
earned his M.S. in Exercise Physiology
and B.S. in Kinesiology - Sports
Medicine from the University of North
Carolina at Greensboro. Dr. Ehlert has
extensive experience in both academia
and industry, working as an Assistant
Professor at North Carolina Wesleyan
University and conducting research and
consulting for sports technology
companies. He has also worked
published 25+ peer-reviewed scientific
publications on various topics related
to sports science, sports technology
and data, and human physiology. In his
current role as an Applied Sports
Scientist at Exerfly Sport, Dr. Ehlert
applies his knowledge and expertise to
develop educational resources and
serve as a technical expert on the
science and application of flywheel
training. He also works as a Sport
Science and R&D Consultant for
various organizations, developing
scientific and data-informed systems
to help support coaches and the
athletes they work with. Dr. Ehlert's
passion for his field is evident in
his dedication to staying up-to-date
with the latest research and
techniques in human movement and
sports science. His expertise and
experience make him a valuable asset
to any team or organization looking to
improve performance and prevent
injuries.