Enhancing physical performance assessments
Our Physiology Laboratory is used for practical work by students on courses including BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Psychology and MSc Sport and Exercise Psychology.
The lab is used by undergraduates, postgraduates and researchers to explore physiological responses to exercise.
Explore our Physiology Laboratory
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Work with cutting-edge sports science technology
Utilize top-tier equipment in our advanced physiology laboratory.
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Hands-on learning
Engage in practical demonstrations using professional-grade equipment, guided by our expert lecturers.
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Experience high-performance testing
Observe live demonstrations and analyse data in real-time.
Read lessEquipment and amenities
The Physiology Laboratory has equipment and facilities including:
- Treadmills
- Cycling, rowing and arm crank ergometers
- Physiological monitoring kit including multiple metabolic carts (stationary and portable), and equipment to analyse blood (lactate, glucose, haemoglobin, whole blood), blood pressure, urine, body composition, spirometry and heart rate
Related facilities
Sports and Human Performance Testing
Analyse sports performance and environmental physiology, and use some of the best extreme environments facilities in the UK.
Biomechanics Laboratory
Use equipment including force plates, pressure plates and our electromyography system to explore the impact of exercise on the body in this lab, from the limits of human endurance to the effects of chronic health conditions.
Where to find us
Physiology Laboratory
Spinnaker Building
Cambridge Road
Portsmouth
PO1 2ER