Dr. Álvaro Velarde Sotres, coordinator of the PhD Program in Physical Activity and Sport: Risks and Benefits and teaching and research staff at the Universidad Europea del Atlántico (European University of the Atlantic, UNEATLANTICO), participates as a speaker in a seminar held in Mexico.
The 4th National Seminar on the Promotion of Healthy Lifestyle Habits for the Well-being of Citizens has been held under the motto “With prevention you win the match: health, nutrition and physical performance strategies in the context of the World Cup 2026”.
The aim of the seminar was to integrate interdisciplinary perspectives around health, nutrition, physical preparation and sports psychology, particularly in the context of high performance football and towards the 2026 World Cup.
It is worth highlighting the presence of outstanding specialists from the academic and professional field. Due to his extensive experience and knowledge, Dr. Velarde Sotres delivered the presentation under the title “Scientific research on injury assessment and prevention in football players”.
The event took place at the Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana, Unidad Xochimilco, in Mexico City. The seminar was attended by speakers from the Mexican Football Federation and a large crowd.
The distinguished participation of Dr. Álvaro Velarde in this academic space, has contributed to strengthening the academic dialogue and training of students and health and sports professionals.