Associate Professor

Joel Puente Fernández

Biomedicine and Biotechnology
Sports

Joel Puente Fernández is a professor and researcher in the Department of Physical Activity and Sports Sciences.

He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Activity and Sports Sciences (CAFYD) and Physiotherapy from Universidad Europea de Madrid, a Master’s Degree in Sports Science Research from Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha, and a Master’s in Higher Education from University of Greenwich. He is in the final stage of his PhD defense in Sports Nutrition and Physical Exercise for Healthy Aging at University of Greenwich.

He teaches first- and second-year courses in the CAFYD degree and the Master’s in Training and Sports Nutrition.

His research focuses on Sports Nutrition, Healthy Aging, Movement as Medicine, Women and Sports, and Physical Exercise during Childhood and Adolescence.

Academic background

Professional experience

Degrees

Academic background

PhD in Sports Nutrition for Healthy Ageing
- University of Greenwich
- 2019 - 2023
Post-Graduate Certificate in Higher Education
- University of Greenwich
- 2021 - 2023
Master’s Degree in Research in Physical Activity and Sports Sciences
- Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha
- 2018 - 2019

Professional experience

University of Greenwich
Postgraduate Researcher Teaching Assistant
2020 - 2023

Teaching assistant, working alongside various departments and programs within the Faculty of Health Sciences, Education, and Humanities. Responsible for programming and designing activities, workshops, and seminars for the undergraduate and master's programs in Sports Science and Strength & Conditioning. Designed and delivered practical workshops and seminars, supervised master's students, collaborated with different research groups, and translated academic materials.

University of Greenwich
Head Coach – Men's and Women's University Teams
2021 - 2023

Designed and supervised physical preparation, injury prevention programs, and technical-tactical training for the university's Men’s and Women’s teams. Also responsible for managing the teams during league and cup matches. Additionally, officiated games in the same league across different teams and categories.

Físico Centro Deportivo
Personal Trainer & Fitness Instructor
2014 - 2019

Conducted group fitness classes, designed and supervised training programs, and developed personalized training sessions for individuals of different levels, needs, and goals.