Department of Physical Education
Lt. Alex M.
Assistant Professor & Head of the Department
Profile Summary
Alex M is an accomplished academic and researcher in Physical Education, with over five years of experience at St. Xavier’s College, Thumba. Holding qualifications in JRF-NET, M.Phil, and a Master’s degree in Physical Education, he combines strong pedagogical expertise with a deep commitment to fostering teamwork, discipline, and sporting ethics among students. His work extends beyond the classroom through active involvement in departmental initiatives, intercollegiate tournaments, coaching, and talent identification — effectively bridging academic learning with high-performance sport.
His research interests centre on sports science and fitness, reflected in publications examining recreational football’s impact on physical performance and the somatotype characteristics of coastal-region athletes. He has presented his research at several international seminars, exploring themes ranging from yoga’s role in athletic performance to its influence on body composition among coastal student populations, underscoring his continued engagement with contemporary developments in sports and health research.
Experience
Over five years at St. Xavier’s College, Thumba
Specialization
Sports science and fitness
Qualifications
JRF-NET, M.Phil, Master’s in Physical Education
Research & Publications
- How Recreational Football Improves Overall Physical Fitness and On-Field Performance in College Level Boys (ISBN: 978-93-5469-893-4)
- Somatotype Characteristics of Football Players in the Coastal Area – International Journal of Physical Education, Sports and Health (P-ISSN: 2394-1685)
International / National / State-Level Seminars, Workshops & Paper Presentations
- Presented a paper on Effect of Yoga Practice on Football Performance and Physical Fitness among Grassroot Level Boys at the International Seminar on Yoga and Indian Knowledge System: Reclaiming Ancient Wisdom for Modern Life and Holistic Wellness, organized by All Saints' College, Thiruvananthapuram (10 June 2026).
- Presented a paper on How Recreational Football Improves Overall Physical Fitness and On-Field Performance in College Level Boys at the International Seminar on Reframing the Paradigms: Policy, Practice and Research in Health and Fitness, organized by All Saints' College, Thiruvananthapuram (11 December 2025).
- Presented a paper on Effect of Yoga Practices on Body Mass Index for Coastal Students of Kerala at the International Seminar on Yoga for Humanity: Nurturing Unity and Well-being, organized by Deva Matha College, Kuravilangad (21 June 2023).