Center for Sports Performance and Research Staff Profile: Kaitlyn Buckwell

Education and training:

Master of Science in sports medicine, University of Pittsburgh
Bachelor of Science in exercise science, Eastern Michigan University
Certified strength and conditioning specialist, National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)
Tactical Strength and Conditioning Facilitator, NSCA
Navy Operational Fitness and Fueling System Instructor
USA Certified Scholastic Swim Coach
Functional Movement Screen, Level 1 and 2 certified

Favorite pre-workout snack: Double chocolate chip nutrition bar

Favorite form of exercise: Swimming and weight training

Favorite workout song: "In the End" by Black Veil Brides

Favorite recovery technique: Wearing recovery boots

Favorite aspect of working with clients: I enjoy working with a diverse group of people to help them reach their goals, whether it’s for a specific sport, an everyday activity, or to build strength after recovering from an injury.

Most underrated piece of sports performance advice: Keep it simple and trust the process!

About Kaitlyn

Originally from Rochester, NY, Kaitlyn studied exercise science and was a division 1 swimmer in college. After college, she continued to study sports medicine and completed research on military combat swimmers. Kaitlyn has coached competitive swimming for over 10 years, and most recently worked as a strength and conditioning coach for the United States Army. During her time away from work, Kaitlyn enjoys gardening and watching football and hockey.

Center for Sports Performance and Research

At Mass General Brigham’s Center for Sports Performance and Research, athletes of all ages and abilities can work with trainers and coaches to reach a new level of athletic achievement.

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