Hi and Welcome!
This site is a simple way to share a bit about my journey, academic background, and the work I’ve been doing in elite football, sports consulting, and sports research.
I’m a passionate physical performance coach and sports scientist who’s always looking to stay sharp and ready for new challenges. For me, it’s all about continuous growth, taking new courses, learning from top mentors, and staying up to date with the latest practices in the field.
If you have any questions or just feel like reaching out, feel free to use the contact info below. I’m happy to connect!
Brief Summary
In 2010, I completed a degree in Sport Training at the Polytechnic Institute of Santarém – Sport Sciences School of Rio Maior.
After three years of professional experience in the field, I chose to deepen my knowledge in Sports Science and High Performance by pursuing a Master’s degree (MSc) in High Performance Training at the University of Lisbon – Faculty of Human Kinetics. I completed the MSc in 2016 with a dissertation titled “The Influence of Substitutions on Elite Football Teams.”
Motivated by a strong interest in Sports Physiology and performance optimization, I began a PhD at the same institution in 2018. My doctoral research focused on “Recovery Methods and Training Optimization in Elite Football” and was successfully completed in 2022, earning unanimous approval with distinction and honors.
Additional Certifications
UEFA B Football Coach Certification – Federação Portuguesa de Futebol
FIFA Diploma in Football Medicine – Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA)
Technical Director Certification – Instituto Português do Desporto e Juventude (IPDJ)
Strength & Conditioning Certification – Instituto Português do Desporto e Juventude (IPDJ)
Pedagogical Competence Certification – Centro de Emprego e Formação Profissional
Basic Life Support and First Aid – Cruz Vermelha Portuguesa
