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About

Associate Professor Anthony Leicht is a senior academic within Sport and Exercise Science at James Cook University. He is an experienced exercise scientist/researcher with an international reputation and expertise in the responses to exercise with a particular emphasis on autonomic cardiac control.

His research foci include topics that reflect his teaching interests. A great deal of his work has involved cross-sectional and longitudinal studies including the elderly and various disease states. He has diligently contributed to the understanding of human function and health enhancement through exercise with his expertise significantly contributing to the NHMRC funded National Centre of Research Excellence to improve the management of Peripheral Arterial Disease in the elderly.

Teaching

SP2006: Exercise Testing and Prescription for Health (Level 2; TSV)
SP2007: Physiological Basis for Exercise and Sport (Level 2; CNS & TSV)
SP2200: Exercise and Sports Testing (Level 2; CNS & TSV)

Interests

Professional

Research Ethics

Research

Cardiovascular function of humans during rest, exercise and recovery.
Assessment of exercise and physical activity capacity in healthy adults and those with chronic diseases/conditions.

Teaching

Assessment

Experience

2014 to present - Deputy Chair of Human Research Ethics Committee, James Cook University (Townsville)
2014 to present - JCU Council Member, James Cook University (Townsville)
2011 to present - Human Research Ethics Committee Member, James Cook University (Townsville)
2011 to present - Research Committee Member, James Cook University (Townsville)
2010 to present - Associate Professor, James Cook University (Townsville)
2008 to 2011 - Director - Institute of Sport and Exercise Science, James Cook University (Townsville)
2006 to 2009 - Senior Lecturer, James Cook University (Townsville)
2002 to 2005 - Lecturer, James Cook University (Townsville)
1999 to 2001 - Associate Lecturer, James Cook University (Townsville)

Research Disciplines

Socio-Economic Objectives

Honours

Awards

2013 - USQ Alumnus of the Year Faculty Award (Sciences)
2012 - Best Scientific Paper Presentation – Exercise Science (ESSA National Conference, Gold Coast, Australia)
2006 - Best Poster Presentation (AAESS National Conference, Sydney, Australia)

Fellowships

2010 to 2015 - European College of Sport Science (ECSS)
2007 to 2015 - Australian Association for Exercise and Sports Science (AAESS) - Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA)

Memberships

2009 to 2015 - International Society of Autonomic Neuroscience
2008 to 2015 - Australian Physiological Society
2006 to 2015 - European College of Sport Science
2006 to 2015 - American College of Sports Medicine
2004 to 2015 - American Physiological Society
2004 to 2015 - Queensland College of Teachers
2000 to 2015 - Australian Association for Exercise and Sports Science (AAESS) - Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA)
2000 to 2015 - Australian Society for Medical Research
2000 to 2015 - Sports Medicine Australia
1998 to 2015 - International Society for Heart Research

Other

2000 to 2007 - International Basketball Referee
1994 to 2007 - National Basketball League Referee
1988 to 2007 - Australian/Continental Basketball Association (A/CBA) Northern Conference Referee

Publications

These are the most recent publications associated with this author. To see a detailed profile of all publications stored at JCU, visit ResearchOnline@JCU. Hover over Altmetrics badges to see social impact.

Journal Articles

Ahmadian M, Roshan V and Leicht A (2018) Age-related effect of aerobic exercise training on antioxidant and oxidative markers in the liver challenged by doxorubicin in rats. Free Radical Research, 52 (7). pp. 775-782
Ahmadian M, Ghorbani S, Roshan V and Leicht A (2018) Influence of waterpipe smoking on cardiac autonomic function at rest and following high-intensity anaerobic exercise. Acta Gymnica, 48 (1). pp. 36-43
Bailey T, Perissiou M, Windsor M, Schulze K, Nam M, Magee R, Leicht A, Green D, Greaves K, Golledge J and Askew C (2018) Effects of acute exercise on endothelial function in abdominal aortic aneurysm patients. American Journal of Physiology-Heart and Circulatory Physiology, 314 (1). pp. H19-H30
Cavalcante B, Germano-Soares A, Gerage A, Leicht A, Tassitano R, Bortolotti H, de Mello Franco F, Wolosker N, Cucato G and Ritti-Dias R (2018) Association between physical activity and walking capacity with cognitive function in peripheral artery disease patients. European Journal of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, 55 (5). pp. 672-678
de Freitas V, Ramos S, Leicht A, Alves T, Rabelo F, Bara-Filho M, Guarnier F and Nakamura F (2018) Validation of the futsal-specific intermittent shuttle protocol for the simulation of the physical demands of futsal match-play. International Journal of Performance Analysis in Sport, 17 (6). pp. 934-947
Doma K, Leicht A, Sinclair W, Schumann M, Damas F, Burt D and Woods C (2018) The impact of exercise-induced muscle damage on performance test outcomes in elite female basketball players. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 32 (6). pp. 1731-1738
Fecchio R, Chehuen M, Peçanha T, Cucato G, Costa L, Leicht A, Ritti-Dias R, Wolosker N and Forjaz C (2018) Reproducibility of heart rate recovery in patients with intermittent claudication. Clinical Physiology and Functional Imaging, 38 (4). pp. 603-609
Giménez J, Del-Coso J, Leicht A and Gomez M (in press) Comparison of the movement patterns between small- and large-side games training and competition in professional soccer players. Journal of Sports Medicine and Physical Fitness, pp. 1-10
Leicht A, Halliday A, Sinclair W, D'Auria S, Buchheit M, Kenny G and Stanley J (2018) Heart rate variability responses to acute and repeated postexercise sauna in trained cyclists. Applied Physiology Nutrition And Metabolism, 43 (7). pp. 704-710
Leicht A, Flouris A, Kaltsatou A, Seely A, Herry C, Wright Beatty H and Kenny G (2018) Age alters cardiac autonomic modulations during and following exercise-induced heat stress in females. Temperature, 5 (2). pp. 184-196
Pearce L, Sinclair W, Leicht A and Woods C (in press) Physical, anthropometric and athletic movement qualities discriminate development level in a rugby league talent pathway. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research,
Perissiou M, Bailey T, Windsor M, Nam M, Greaves K, Leicht A, Golledge J and Askew C (2018) Effects of exercise intensity and cardiorespiratory fitness on the acute response of arterial stiffness to exercise in older adults. European Journal of Applied Physiology, 118 (8). pp. 1673-1688

More: ResearchOnline@JCU stores 185+ research outputs authored by A/Prof Anthony Leicht from 2002 onwards.

Current Funding

Current and recent Research Funding to JCU is shown by funding source and project.

Cowboys Rugby League Football Limited - Contract Research

Game, Training and Individual Performance Analytics of Elite Rugby League Players

Indicative Funding: $110,000 over 4 years
Summary: Evaluating training and game performances I elite sport is an information-rich environment particularly with the additional of data analytic companies providing real-time and post-competition analyses for coaching staff. Additionally, the inclusion of wearable technology and in particular, the inclusion of global positioning systems in to the elite training environment have empowered high performance personnel with an overabundance of performance data through which evidence-based evaluations can be made. However, with the inclusion of such technology in to the contemporary elite training environment, coaching staff are now faced with interpretative decisions pertaining to what metrics are suitable and under what constraints.
Investigators: Wade Sinclair, Anthony Leicht and Carl Woods in collaboration with Paul Bowman (College of Healthcare Sciences and Cowboys Rugby League Football Ltd)
Keywords: Performance Analytics; Machine Learning

NHMRC - Project Grant

Assessment of the Efficacy of a Brief Behaviour Intervention Designed to Improve Physical Activity in Patients with Peripheral Artery Disease

Indicative Funding: $662,912 over 5 years
Summary: The primary aim of the current study is to assess the efficacy of a Brief Behavioural Intervention (BBI) delivered by allied health workers in health facilities to improve physical activity in patients with PAD over 24 months. Secondary aims of this study are to examine the effect of the BBI on participants functional capacity, revascularisation rate, resource use, and to perform an economic evaluation of the BBI compared to usual care.
Investigators: Jon Golledge, Nicola Burton, Paul Norman, Anthony Leicht and Zanfina Ademi in collaboration with Richard Holdsworth, Ronan O'Carroll, Belinda Parmenter, Christopher Reid and Jason Jenkins (College of Medicine & Dentistry, The University of Queensland, The University of Western Australia, College of Healthcare Sciences, The University of Melbourne, Forth Valley Royal Hospital, University of Stirling, The University of New South Wales, Monash University and Royal Brisbane & Women's Hospital)
Keywords: Peripheral Arterial Disease; Physical Activity; Intermittent Claudication; Behavioural Medicine

Surf Life Saving Australia - Contract Research

Independent Testing of Buoyancy Aids in Situ for Surf Life Saving Australia - Phase V

Indicative Funding: $13,422
Summary: Following recent amendments to Australian Standards pertaining to minimum buoyancy, this project will evaluate a range of fitted buoyancy aids adhering to the revised buoyancy standards in a fit for purpose assessment of competitive and training activities directly associated with lifesaving sport in situ in qualified surf lifesavers (youth to masters). The findings from this project will enable the sport's governing body, Surf Life Saving Australia to provide evidence based decisions and policy regarding the use of buoyancy aids for usage within lifesaving sport for competition and training purposes.
Investigators: Wade Sinclair and Anthony Leicht (College of Healthcare Sciences)
Keywords: Personal Flotation Device; Drowning Prevention; Exercise; Life-Saving

Townsville Hospital and Health Service - Research Trust Fund

Outcomes of Prehabilitation in frail patients undergoing elective colorectal surgery

Indicative Funding: $40,000
Summary: Frailty is a growing problem in an ageing population who undergo surgical procedures. A means of improving postoperative outcomes in this high risk population may provide benefits for long-term patient health and care. The study will asses the impact of a pre-operative exercise and dietary intervention to enhance mobility and postoperative outcomes in frail patients This study will be important in helping Health Services decide on the relative patient and healthcare value of this intervention for frail preoperative patients.
Investigators: Siva Senthuran, Anthony Leicht, Kerrianne Watt, Jeremy Furyk, Joe Williams, Chrispen Mushaya and Yik Hong Ho in collaboration with Justin Smith and Caitlin Braddick (College of Medicine & Dentistry, College of Healthcare Sciences, College of Public Health, Medical & Vet Sciences, Townsville Hospital and Health Services and Alpha Omega Health Pty Ltd)
Keywords: Exercise; Frailty; Physical Activity; Diet; Surgery; Patient

Townsville Hospital and Health Service - Private Practice Study, Research & Education Trust Fund

The effects of exercise therapy on biomarkers of abdominal aortic aneurysm presence and outcome.

Indicative Funding: $107,960 over 3 years
Summary: The aim of this project is to assess the effect of a supervised exercise regimen on circulating markers of AAA and cardiovascular risk. This project offers the opportunity of identifying a novel effective therapy for a common and potentially devastating condition.
Investigators: Jonathan Golledge and Anthony Leicht in collaboration with Elise Pappas (College of Medicine & Dentistry and College of Healthcare Sciences)
Keywords: Abdominal aortic aneurysm; Biomarkers; supervised exercise

Supervision

Advisory Accreditation: I can be on your Advisory Panel as a Primary or Secondary Advisor.

These Higher Degree Research projects are either current or by students who have completed their studies within the past 5 years at JCU. Linked titles show theses available within ResearchOnline@JCU.

Current

Identification of performance qualities discriminant of developmental level for rugby league: A multidimensional athlete development framework (PhD , Secondary Advisor/AM)
Psychological Influences in Competitive Horse Riding during Equine Competitions - the direct impact of the Rider and their Stress Responses upon the Horses' Behaviour Responses (PhD , Secondary Advisor/AM)
Prediction of Lung Function and Quality of Life using Handgrip Strength in Survivors of Critical Illness (PhD , Secondary Advisor)
Use of Performance Analytics to Enhance Success within an Elite Rugby League Environment (PhD , Primary Advisor/AM)
Quantification of the Cost of Injury to the Health System in Queensland, Australia (PhD , Advisor Mentor)

Completed

Concurrent training: the acute effects of intensity, sequence and frequency of strength and endurance training on running performance (2013, PhD , Secondary Advisor)

Data

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Leicht, A. (2016) Data set for quality of life and physical activity of adults within a regional workplace. James Cook University

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