Riccarda Quattlaender is a PhD candidate in the School of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences. Her research is dedicated to enhancing osteoporosis prevention and treatment through resistance training. For this purpose, she conducted a pilot RCT aimed at optimising training parameters. Additionally, she examines the challenges women encounter in accessing and succeeding in resistance training by utilizing qualitative research methods. 
With more than a decade of experience working with both clinical and healthy populations, Riccarda has expertise in movement therapy for internal, neurological, and orthopedic conditions. For healthy clients, she has concentrated on strength and conditioning practices. Riccarda's professional background also includes leadership positions in the fitness and health industry, including managing branches of commercial health clubs. Furthermore, she has demonstrated proficiency in academic writing. Leveraging her experience with clinical populations and strength and conditioning, Riccarda has developed educational materials and curricula for training personal trainers and nutritionists.