Tec de Monterrey · Guadalajara, MX

Push the
limits of
human
potential

We study the science of human performance — from elite athletes to everyday movers — to deliver evidence-based insights that unlock better health, strength, and endurance.

10+
Estudios Completados
2
Investigadores
3
Alianzas con Equipos Profesionales

Our mission is to advance the understanding of human physiology and performance through rigorous scientific research, cutting-edge assessment tools, and collaborative partnerships with athletes, coaches, and medical professionals.

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Dr. JC Bello

Lab Director
Análisis de señales fisiológicas, fatiga muscular, biomecánica
RO

Dr. Edgar Miranda

Medicina del deporte
Evaluación del sistema muscular, Análisis del rendimiento físico
LC

Lic. Leslie Santos

Nutriologa
Nutrición & Composición Corporal
JV

Dr. X

Data Scientist
Performance analytics & ML models
Active

VO₂ Max Prediction via Wearable Sensor Fusion

Developing a machine learning model to estimate maximal oxygen uptake from consumer-grade wrist sensors during submaximal exercise protocols.

2024–2026 · PI: Dr. Vargas · 48 participants enrolled
Active

Heat Stress & Cognitive Performance in Industrial Workers

Measuring how thermal load impacts decision-making speed and accuracy among workers in high-temperature environments in Jalisco.

2025–2026 · PI: Dr. Martínez · Industry-funded
New

Protein Timing & Recovery in Masters Athletes

A randomized crossover trial examining the effect of post-exercise protein distribution on muscle protein synthesis rates in athletes over 40.

Starting 2025 · PI: Lic. Cruz · Recruiting participants
Completed

Gait Analysis in Lower Limb Injury Rehabilitation

Longitudinal study tracking biomechanical gait parameters across 12-week ACL reconstruction rehabilitation programs.

2022–2024 · PI: Dr. Ochoa · Published in JOSPT
Completed

Altitude Training Simulation & Hematological Adaptation

Examined erythropoietic responses in endurance runners exposed to normobaric hypoxia over 6-week training blocks.

2021–2023 · PI: Dr. Martínez · 22 elite athletes
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Cardiorespiratory Fitness

Graded treadmill or cycle test to determine VO₂ max and ventilatory thresholds.

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Body Composition

DEXA-based assessment of lean mass, fat mass, and bone mineral density by region.

Strength & Power

Force plate jumps, isometric holds, and isokinetic dynamometry for peak force.

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Gait Analysis

3D motion capture and ground reaction forces during walking and running tasks.

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Resting Metabolic Rate

Indirect calorimetry to measure your true caloric needs at rest.

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Cognitive Performance

Reaction time, executive function, and dual-task performance battery.

Nutrition

Creatine beyond muscle: cognitive and brain health effects

Emerging evidence suggests creatine supplementation may improve working memory and reduce mental fatigue under sleep deprivation.

Lic. Cruz · May 2025 · 5 min
Biomechanics

What ground contact time tells us about running economy

Shorter ground contact time correlates strongly with elite running economy — here's what you can do about yours.

Dr. Ochoa · Apr 2025 · 6 min
Recovery

The sleep-performance relationship: new meta-analysis findings

A review of 34 studies confirms sleep extension improves sprint performance, reaction time, and mood in competitive athletes.

Dr. Vargas · Mar 2025 · 4 min
Testing

Rethinking the fitness test: why VO₂ max alone isn't enough

Lactate threshold, efficiency, and economy together paint a far richer picture of an athlete's capacity than peak oxygen uptake alone.

Dr. Martínez · Feb 2025 · 7 min
Research

Heat acclimatization protocols: what the evidence actually says

We breakdown 5 acclimatization strategies — from passive heat exposure to training in heat — and compare their practical tradeoffs.

Dr. Ochoa · Jan 2025 · 9 min
Performance

Detraining: how fast do you really lose fitness?

Cardiovascular fitness declines faster than strength during breaks. Here's the timeline and how to minimize losses during time off.

Dr. Vargas · Dec 2024 · 5 min