Dr Andrew Usher PhD

Your performance, our science

Bespoke sport science, performance nutrition, and evidence-based conditioning — grounded in published research, delivered by a PhD exercise physiologist. From recreational athletes to world champions.

No fads. No generic programmes. Your personal performance blueprint, backed by NIRS technology and real-world expertise.

Muscle Oxygenation — SmO₂
LIVE
-34%
Desaturation
2.1s
Reoxy Rate
68%
SmO₂
12.8
tHb (g/dL)
163
Heart Rate
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Used by World Champions
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Backed by Published Research
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Customised to You
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Fuelled by Sports Science
Dr Andrew Usher
PhD
Exercise Physiology
MRes
Sport Science
PgDip
Sport Nutrition
FEPS
Physiological Society
About

The science behind the practitioner

Andrew is an exercise physiologist, sport scientist, and performance nutritionist with a PhD from Abertay University, where his research pioneered the use of Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (NIRS) in professional boxing. His methods are now adopted by leading practitioners and national governing bodies worldwide.

From recreational competitors to world and Olympic champions, Andrew works with athletes across all sports and levels — delivering bespoke, evidence-based programmes that bridge the gap between laboratory research and real-world performance.

As a consultant to elite teams, educator for the British Boxing Board of Control, and Full Member of The Physiological Society, he brings a rare combination of academic rigour and hands-on coaching experience to every athlete he works with.

Team GB Harlequins Rugby Bristol Bears UFC PI SPL Teams Abertay University BBBofC Educator
Services

In person and online

A mix of approaches tailored to you — from in-person lab sessions to fully remote programmes, or a combination of both working alongside your coaching staff.

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Sport Science Testing

Comprehensive assessments including VO₂Max, Resting Metabolic Rate, muscle oxygenation analysis, movement screening, strength testing, and nutritional analysis. The foundation of your personalised performance blueprint.

VO₂Max NIRS RMR Strength
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Remote Coaching

Our online platform combines data-driven analysis with comprehensive support. Every session logged, analysed, and fine-tuned. Weekly check-ins keep your programme aligned with your goals and maximise results.

Online Portal Weekly Check-ins Data Tracking
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Performance Nutrition

Tailored nutrition programmes for athletes across all sports. From competition fuelling and weight management to safe, evidence-based weight-cutting strategies for combat athletes.

Fuelling Weight Management Recovery
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Hybrid: In-Person + Online

The perfect blend for camp preparation. Lab testing combined with ongoing online coaching, strength and conditioning plans, and performance nutrition — regular check-ins and adjustments throughout.

Lab Sessions Fight Camps Ongoing Support
Published Research

Peer-reviewed science

Our methods aren't just theory — they're validated through peer-reviewed research published in leading international journals.

2026
Gaming Intensity — A Pilot Study of Intensity of a Sprint Interval–Based Cycle Exergame
Journal of Electronic Gaming and Esports
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2025
Muscle Oxygenation Response During Duplicate Sprints in Professional Football Players
Muscles — MDPI
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2025
The Importance of Skeletal Muscle Oxygenation Kinetics for Repeated Wingate-Based Sprint Performance
Muscles — MDPI
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2024
Use of NIRS to Explore Skeletal Muscle Oxygenation During Different Training Sessions in Professional Boxing
European Journal of Applied Physiology — Springer Nature
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2024
Impact of Sprint Interval Training on Post-Fatigue Mitochondrial Rate in Professional Boxers
European Journal of Applied Physiology — Springer Nature
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Next Cohort Opening Soon

Energy System Development

An 8-week mentorship bridging the gap between laboratory science and real-world conditioning. Over 60 practitioners graduated and counting — from S&C coaches to sport scientists working in elite sport.

60+
Graduates
8
Weeks
4
Live Sessions
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Education

Learn the methods behind the results

The same energy system development methodology used with our elite athletes and team consultancies — now available as a structured mentorship for practitioners who want to go deeper than surface-level conditioning.

Delivered through Performance.Education — our dedicated platform for sports science education, mentorship, and professional development.

01 Introduction to Energy Systems
02 Systemic & Peripheral Adaptations
03 Physiological Data & Sporting Demands
04 Athlete Assessments & Data Analysis
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Ready to build your performance blueprint?

Whether you're looking for in-person testing, remote coaching, performance nutrition, or a combination — let's start the conversation.