Dan Owens is an associate professor in cellular and molecular exercise physiology at Liverpool John Moores University, Liverpool (UK). His research sits at the crossroads between nutrition, muscle metabolism, and muscle adaptation. In parallel to his academic career, Dan brings his passion for sports science to practice and has provided nutrition and physiology support for amateur and elite athletes across sports, including rugby union and league, ski and snow sports, football (soccer), and motorsports (Formula 1) and triathletes.Research enquiries – d.j.owens@ljmu.ac.ukNutrition, physiology, and coaching inquiries – dan@owensperform.comDan’s handles-Twitter: @dan_owieLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-owens-phd-9361373a/Instagram: @owens_performance_solutions Papers discussed-
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