About

Michael Rosenblat, PT, PhD, CEP

​Summary

Michael is a full-time Lecturer in Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology at Simon Fraser University, British Columbia, Canada. His doctoral studies focused on programming interval training to optimize endurance sport performance. A significant portion of his physiotherapy practice has involved the assessment and treatment of individuals from a variety of sports, with a strong focus on swimming, cycling and running. Michael has an extensive background in exercise and sport science in addition to his experience in rehabilitation. He is a clinical exercise physiologist and a certified triathlon coach. He has prepared athletes for national and international level competition by developing and implementing individualized endurance training programs. 

Education

  • ​​Doctor of Philosophy in Exercise Science, University of Toronto
  • Master of Science in Physiotherapy, McMaster University
  • Honours Bachelor of Applied Science in Kinesiology, University of Guelph​

Professional Affiliations

  • Registered Physiotherapist, College of Physical Therapists of British Columbia
  • Clinical Exercise Physiologist, Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology
  • High Performance Specialist, Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology​

Academia

  • Lecturer, Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology, Simon Fraser University, Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada
  • Teaching Assistant, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada​​

Physiotherapy

  • Conduct orthopaedic examinations to determine the biomechanical issue leading to dysfunction
  • Developed an evidence-based running injury prevention program that includes running gait analysis, sport specific orthopaedic assessment, and training load monitoring
  • Developed an evidence-based scapular dyskinesia (shoulder) rehabilitation program for over-head athletes
  • Physiotherapy support for the Swim Canada High Performance Centre Ontario, the Ontario Swimming Academy, and the Ontario High Performance Sport Initiative
  • Collaborate with coaching and integrated support team members in the programming of strength and conditioning training, in the areas of injury prevention and rehabilitation

Triathlon Coaching

  • Developed periodized training and sessional plans for recreational and competitive triathletes for race distances up to and including ironman
  • Prepared athletes for national and international level competition by developing evidence-based tapering programs
  • Performed metabolic testing to assess current fitness levels, develop appropriate training programs, and to monitor the effectiveness of training protocols
  • Organized and conducted draft legal cycling clinics throughout Ontario
  • Adapted Cycling Ontario's Learn to Ride program to incorporate triathlon specific cycling skills
  • Coached and aided in the management of the 2010 Ontario Summer Games
Making science work for athletes