About Race Rx
RACE Rx is an exercise and sports science company, named after a revolutionary training system developed by Dr. Matt Rhea. We conduct research, develop training programs, oversee athlettic development and fitenss programs, offer continuing education for exercise professionals, and work to enhance the integrity of the fitness industry.
Dr. Rhea has taught at the university level for 10 years, developing two online master of science degree programs in exercise science and human movement. During this time he has investigated unique ways to deliver quality educational programs via the internet. This system has allowed many working professionals to continue their education and stay connected to our quickly developing body of knowledge without having to leave their current employment. This experience and desire has led to the development of the Academy of Exercise Sciences which supports applied research and offers online educational opportunities for health and fitness professionals.
- Matt Rhea
Dr. Rhea completed a PhD at Arizona State University in exercise science. He has completed over 50 studies on a variety of exercise and sport science topics. He has presented at national and international conferences, including at the National Strength and Conditioning Association conferences, the International Olympic Committee's World Congress on Sport Sciences, and the International Conference on Strength Training. He was awarded the Outstanding Young Investigator award by the NSCA in 2008. His research has been highlighted in Mens Health, Muscle Media, Athletic Management, PFP Magazine, Shape, and Flex Magazine. Dr. Rhea has served as a consultant to some of the leading exercise and sport science organizations including the Phoenix Suns, Athletes Performance, San Francisco Giants, Arizona State University football, the U.S. Olympic Training Center, National Academy of Sports Medicine, and Phoenix Fire Department. He is on the editorial staff for the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, Strength and Conditioning Journal, and the NSCA Performance Training Journal. He is an avid runner and mountain bike enthusiast and enjoys coaching youth athletes.
- Jeff Blair, Director of Business Operations
- Jeff has an extremely unique background with degrees in both law and human movement. Jeff completed a master's degree at A.T. Still University where he studied sports conditioning with Dr. Rhea. He owns and operates his own personal training and fitness company in California and has teamed with Dr. Rhea to develop RACE Rx business entities.
- Travis Bunker, Director of Research
- Travis recently completed a master's degree at A.T. Still University in Human Movemnt and now oversees the RACE Rx research program. Travis organizes and conducts exercise and sports related studies to ensure that RACE Rx training remains ahead of the competition. Travis also directs the RACE Rx Elite Sports Conditioning Program and the Basketball Develoment Program.