Kelly is a postdoctoral researcher developing and evaluating a lifestyle program for perimenopause, including exercise, nutrition, and education components.
Kelly graduated from Northumbria University with a BSc (Hons) in Applied Sport and Exercise Science, a MSc (distinction) in Strength & Conditioning, and a PhD which investigated the effects of the menstrual cycle and hormonal contraceptive use on performance, training, and recovery in sportswomen.
Kelly’s research interests are predominately in the area of female exercise physiology and how we can optimise female health and performance, as well as addressing the gender data gap in sport and exercise science research.