About the founder

José Antonio Martínez-Rodríguez

Founder of Base Running Science™. José’s doctoral research in Sport and Exercise Science at Auckland University of Technology, within the Sports Performance Research Institute New Zealand, examines base running performance and the demands of linear and curvilinear sprinting.

His work includes the Curvilinear Ability Test, analysis of Major League Baseball running data and research on GPS and IMU foot-pod measurements. He holds a Master of Exercise Science in Exercise Physiology from the University of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras Campus.

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Base Running Science™ translates this research into testing, training, player development and consultancy for multiple teams, academies and individual athletes. The aim is to collaborate with existing coaches and specialists while maintaining independent methods and protecting each client’s confidential information.

José’s university research background informs the work. Client engagements are contracted separately with the Base Running Science™ provider identified in the agreement.

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