Resume

• 2016

  Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

  Exercise Physiology

  University of Oklahoma

• 2013

  Master’s Degree

  Sports and Exercise

  Oklahoma City University

  3.75 GPA

  Certified Personal Trainer

  National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)

  Millennium Volunteer (200 hours)

  Playwork Principles in Practice (P3-Diploma)

  Skills Active

  BTEC National Diploma in Sport Development Coaching and Fitness

• 2009

  Bachelor’s Degree

  Sports and Exercise

  Womens lacrosse team

  Athletics (Track and field) team.

  Cardiff Metropolitan University

  1st Class (Hons)

• 6.

  Fitness Instruction

  Teaching

  Public Speaking

  Sports

  Group Exercise Instruction

  Exercise Prescription

  Quantitative Research

  Exercise Physiology

  Fitness Consulting

  Sports Coaching

  Qualitative Research

  Wellness Coaching

  Clinical Research

  Corporate Wellness

  Microsoft Office

  Personal Training

  Presentation Skills

  Academia

  Scientific Writing

  Research

  Peterson

  J. A.

  Darling T.V.

  (2014) Fitness a Stronger Exercise Motivator among United States Female Collegiate Exercise Physiology Students compared to Czech Republic

  International Journal of Exercise Science; Conference Proceedings

  Peterson

  MS

  CPT

  Jessica

  Peterson

  MS

  CPT

  Cardiff Metropolitan University

  American Energy Partners

  LP

  Custom Built Personal Training

  University of Oklahoma

  Welsh Athletics

  Heritage College & Heritage Institute

  Flintshire County Council

  University of Central Oklahoma

  Oklahoma City University

  Oklahoma

  Created recruitment databases for potential athletes. Coached high jump and long jump.

  Graduate Assistant Coach for Cross Country and Track

  Oklahoma City University

  Norman

  Provide introductory fitness assessments

  set goals and provide life changing experiences with clients

  sell training packages to clients to help achieve success

  help manage personal training staff

  maintain club and customer relations.

  Assistant General Manager

  Custom Built Personal Training

  Deeside College

  Coached children the fundamentals of track and field (athletics) to develop neuromotor skills and improve cognitive function.

  Volunteer Youth Coach

  Welsh Athletics

  Oklahoma City

  Oklahoma Area

  I teach according to the approved syllabi and approved curriculum for fitness training and National Academy of Sport Medicine (NASM) course. I prepare and deliver weekly lesson plans to improve knowledge and practical experience for students undertaking the course to provide the best education for future jobs in the field of health

  exercise and fitness.

  Higher Education Instructor (Personal Training)

  Heritage College & Heritage Institute

  Oklahoma

  Resident assistant for summer

  checking in and out students for summer camps and conferences. Resident life assistant for ELS students during the fall

  advising and providing help and support for international students as well as check in and check out procedures.

  Resident Assistant

  Oklahoma City University

  Provide play opportunities for underprivileged children. Worked directly with children and provided physical activity and creative opportunities. Presented audits & exit reports to governors & representatives via formal documentation. Part of the world’s first play sufficiency assessment research team (PlayWales). Taught and trained adults to become community playworkers.

  Flintshire County Council

  Oklahoma City University

  Oklahoma

  Currently have 10 loyal clients (>1year). Results include weight loss

  improved quality of life

  and exercise maintenance. Both group and individual exercise delivery. Holder of a BTEC National Diploma in Sports Development Coaching and Fitness

  (UK based) working towards getting USA Certified.

  Personal Trainer and Wellness Instructor

  Assisted in the daily duties of a high performance center. Lifeguard of a college swimming pool. Assisted sports teams during college games and international meets and competitions.

  Recreation Assistant

  Cardiff

  United Kingdom

  Cardiff Metropolitan University

  Provide assistance in exercise laboratories

  present own research at conferences. Communication and presentation skills in classroom and conference based. Currently working on several projects in exercise and sport related research including cancer and motor performance

  relay for life participation in cancer survivors and caregivers

  sprint performance

  and running economy in collegiate athletes.

  Oklahoma City University

  University of Central Oklahoma

  Edmond

  Oklahoma

  Teaching classroom and practical based courses in \"Healthy Life Skills\"

  Hatha yoga

  and Pilates to undergraduate students.

  Adjunct Professor in Kinesiology and Health Studies

  Norman

  OK

  Experience as instructor of record for Scientific Principles of Health and Disease

  Principles of Personal Training

  and Personal Health. Delivery

  lesson plan

  grading

  and advisor for courses.

  Graduate Teaching Assistant

  University of Oklahoma

  Oklahoma City

  Oklahoma Area

  Assist with assessments; FMS

  “Fusionetics”

  Corporate Challenge

  blood drives

  biometric screenings

  committee and coalition meetings

  and OKC Boathouse District activities. Involved with educational health and wellness presentations to members on topics such as omega 3’s

  EPA and DHA ratios

  Cholesterol (VLDL

  LDL

  and HDL)

  Celiac disease/gluten intolerance

  supplementation and probiotics. Assisting with the general maintenance of a gym and group recreational sports.

  Fitness Specialist

  American Energy Partners

  LP

  Two seasons conducting twice a week conditioning sessions for a women’s lacrosse team. Players improved cardiovascular endurance

  sprint speed

  agility

  co-ordination and general strength

  Cardiff Metropolitan University

  Texas American College of Sport Medicine

  Welsh

  English

  1st Class Honors

  Flintshire Sports Personality of the Year - Young Coach of the Year (Nominee)

  Sport Flintshire

• Coached disability sports

  children's sports

  and high school students in street dance

  track and field

  soccer

  netball

  hockey

  rugby

  and basketball.

  Flintshire County Council; Deeside College; Flint High School; Ysgol Belmont