Ashley Kavanaugh | PhD

Education

• B.S. University of Dayton: Exercise Science
• M.A. East Tennessee State University: Exercise Physiology and Performance
• Ph.D. East Tennessee State University: Sport Physiology and Performance

Past Coaching & Sport Science-Related Positions

• Assistant Professor at East Tennessee State University (ETSU), Johnson City, TN
  • Assistant Weightlifting Coach, ETSU U.S. Olympic Training Site
  • Strength and Conditioning Coach & Sport Science Consultant:
    • AVP/NVL Beach Volleyball Pro
      
      
• Indoor & Beach Volleyball, Eckerd College (St. Petersburg, Florida)
  • NCAA Division I Volleyball, Golf, Sprinters, Jumpers, and Women’s Basketball, ETSU; Rowing, Univ. Dayton

Professional Certifications

• National Strength and Conditioning Association Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
  
• United Kingdom Strength and Conditioning Association Accredited Strength and Conditioning Coach
• USA Weightlifting Advanced Weightlifting and Sports Performance Coach
• USA Weightlifting Local Weightlifting Competitions Referee
• The International Society for the Advancement of Kinanthropometry Level 2 Accredited Anthropometrist

Professional Publications

• Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research
• Journal of Australian Strength and Conditioning
• European Journal of Sport Science

Courses Taught

• Instrumentation in Exercise and Sport Science
• Neuromotor Control
• Sports Conditioning & Training
• Exercise Physiology I (Muscle Metabolism)
• Sport Nutrition

Competitive History & Current Training
Ashley has competed in a variety of sports ranging from bobsled and weightlifting at the national level to local long-distance running competitions.

Currently, her training is focused on strength and hypertrophy.

What you'll get: 

Choose from plans structured by an RP coach, each tailored to achieve your specific needs and backed by science. Whether you opt for a diet plan, a training plan, or a combination of both, you'll receive 1:1 expert guidance from your coach via email exchange with very little left to chance.

• Diet Plan: Focus on your nutritional goals with a customized diet plan. Your coach will help you dial in your macros, whether you aim to lose fat or gain muscle. Full meal plans/recipes will not be provided but you will receive guidance on the proper amount of protein, carbs, and fats to consume daily with a list of recommended foods!
• Training Plan: Focused solely on weight training with a plan designed to fit your fitness level and goals. Please check with our help desk if you have sport-specific training goals.
• Combo Plan: Get the best of both worlds with a plan that integrates diet and training for comprehensive progress.

With all plans, you are expected to proactively check in with your coach twice a week with updates and questions. It's important to note that the coach will respond to your updates rather than initiate contact on their end. Your coach will monitor your weekly progress through these check-ins and make any necessary adjustments for you based on your feedback.

You'll have unlimited email access to your coach, ensuring you get timely responses to your queries: within 24 hours on weekdays and 48 hours on weekends (May vary based on the coach's schedule). Your feedback and questions are necessary for your coach to make the most informed decisions on your behalf for your plan so do not be shy about contacting them for help!

Please contact our help desk or refer to our FAQ below if you have any further questions about our services! 

https://help.rpstrength.com/hc/en-us/articles/1500012457001-Expert-Coaching-FAQ