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Mike Climstein
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Contributions by role

Author 1,175
Reviewer 30
Editor 4,135

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Geriatrics
Global Health
Kinesiology
Public Health
Cardiology
Human-Computer Interaction
Data Science
Dermatology
Epidemiology
Oncology
Sports Medicine
Diabetes and Endocrinology
Hematology
Sports Injury
Drugs and Devices
Respiratory Medicine
Clinical Trials
Nutrition
Radiology and Medical Imaging
Nursing
Science and Medical Education
Evidence Based Medicine
Nephrology
Palliative Care
Metabolic Sciences
Anatomy and Physiology
Health Policy
Computational Biology
Computational Science
Biomechanics
Neurology
Rehabilitation
Rheumatology
Obesity
Orthopedics
Pediatrics
Healthcare Services
Women's Health
Anesthesiology and Pain Management
Psychiatry and Psychology
Translational Medicine
Biochemistry
Surgery and Surgical Specialties
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Mike Climstein

PeerJ Editor, Author & Reviewer

Summary

Mike Climstein (PhD, FASMF, FACSM, FESSA, AEP) is an Associate Professor who holds clinical and research appointments. He is currently Course Coordinator of the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology program at Southern Cross University; Adjunct Assoc. Professor in the Physical Activity, Lifestyle, Ageing and Wellbeing Faculty Research Group, University of Sydney and Director of Aquatic Based Research at Southern Cross University.

Mike has 165 papers, 12 book chapters and 38 grants (internal and external funding) totaling in excess of $7.8m (AUD). His academic and clinical accomplishments have been peer-recognized having received Fellowship by Sports Medicine Australia (FASMF), American College of Sports Medicine (FACSM) and Exercise and Sports Science Australia (FAAESS). Additionally, Mike has received a number of awards for his research efforts. He is an Academic Editor for PeerJ and reviewer for a number of exercise/sports science and sports medicine journals.

Mike’s research involves clinical exercise physiology/sports science, masters athletes, deleterious effects of aging and chronic conditions on bone health/segmental body composition. He is currently supervising PhD students in the areas of skin cancer, cardiac rehabilitation, world masters games athletes, surfing (bone health and exostoses) and biometric/smart clothing in clinical monitoring.

Kinesiology Rehabilitation Sports Injury Sports Medicine

Section Editor

Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation

Editorial Board Member

PeerJ - the Journal of Life & Environmental Sciences

Past or current institution affiliations

Bond University
Southern Cross University
University of Sydney

Work details

Adjunct Associate Professor, Health & Performance Faculty Research Group

University of Sydney
February 2015
Exercise and Sport Science Exercise, Health & Performance Faculty Research Group Faculty of Health Sciences
The focus of the Exercise, Health and Performance Research Group is the integration of exercise physiology and applied clinical exercise science to health promotion and disease prevention and treatment throughout the lifespan. Areas of particular emphasis include: the effects of physical activity on body composition during childhood; maturation and old age; optimisation of metabolic and physical fitness throughout the lifespan; prevention of cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome, diabetes, osteoporosis, falls, and frailty and treatment of specific health problems with exercise, including arthritis, depression, insulin resistance and diabetes, stroke, obesity, osteoporotic fracture, mobility impairment, cardiovascular disease, disability, and other chronic conditions. The Exercise, Health and Performance Research Group is a multidisciplinary team with expertise in: exercise physiology; body composition analysis; clinical nutrition; geriatric medicine; biomechanics and behavioural medicine. This expertise is put to use in clinical trials, basic laboratory investigations, and epidemiological approaches to problems in this field. Translational research is also a core mission of this group, with the development and testing of dissemination models of evidence-based interventions comprising a major area of productivity and service to the community.

Director, Aquatic Based Research

Southern Cross University
July 2018
The Aquatic Based Research Unit is focused on investigating the early diagnosis of non-melanoma and melanoma skin cancer in aquatic (surfers, swimmers, stand up paddle boarders) and non-aquatic (walkers, runners, cyclists) outdoor enthusiasts This Research Unit was established by Associate Professor Mike Climstein and funding was received by Johnson & Johnson for the purchase of a high-definition dermatoscopic system that includes artificial intelligence. The Aquatic Based Research Unit consists of skin cancer doctors, academics and higher degree research students. Mission Statement The mission of the Aquatic Based Research Unit is to enhance community well-being by advancing innovative, evidence-based strategies for the early detection of non-melanoma and melanoma skin cancers. Through cutting-edge research, including the integration of artificial intelligence, we aim to provide practical solutions that improve the health and safety of individuals involved in aquatic and non-aquatic recreational and sporting activities. Vision To achieve global excellence in aquatic-based research, driving improvements in health outcomes, safety, and performance for those engaged in aquatic and non-aquatic based activities through the early identification and prevention of skin cancers.

Chronic disease rehabilitation

Vale Medical Practice
August 2015
Director, Chronic Disease Management and Rehabilitation
Chronic disease management (care plans/team care arrangements, diabetes cycle of care, 75+ health assessments)th a wide array of chronic diseases and disorders

Co-Director, Water Based Research Unit

Water Based Research Unit
November 2011 - July 2018
The Water Based Research Unit is focused upon investigating the health benefits and improving the sporting performance of all aquatic recreational and sporting activities. This Research Unit was established by Professor Wayne Hing (Head of Physiotherapy) and Associate Professor Michael Climstein. Mission The mission of the Water Based Research unit is to build the well-being of our communities by developing practical strategies & solutions through pragmatic health and sport research in real-world settings. Vision To achieve excellence in aquatic based research that will improve the health and performance of individuals participating in aquatic recreational/sporting activities.

Websites

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PeerJ Contributions

  • Articles 14
  • Edited 34
August 28, 2025
Market-approved convolutional neural network tasked with classifying skin lesions under suspicion of melanoma: performance across primary care clinics within Australia
Ian J. Miller, Michael Stapelberg, Jeremy Hudson, Paul Coxon, Nathaniel Milani, Nedeljka Rosic, James Furness, Joe Walsh, Mike Climstein
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.19876 PubMed 40895061
February 18, 2025
Prevalence of chronic conditions in masters games athletes: predictors and comparison to the general population
Fiona Halar, Helen O’Connor, Mike Climstein, Tania Prvan, Deborah Black, Peter Reaburn, Wendy Stuart-Smith, Xiaojing Sharon Wu, Janelle Gifford
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.18912 PubMed 39989747
July 3, 2024
Patients poorly recognize lesions of concern that are malignant melanomas: is self-screening the correct advice?
Mike Climstein, Jeremy Hudson, Michael Stapelberg, Ian J. Miller, Nedeljka Rosic, Paul Coxon, James Furness, Joe Walsh
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.17674 PubMed 38974412
August 8, 2023
Implementation of artificial intelligence for the detection of cutaneous melanoma within a primary care setting: prevalence and types of skin cancer in outdoor enthusiasts
Ian J. Miller, Michael Stapelberg, Nedeljka Rosic, Jeremy Hudson, Paul Coxon, James Furness, Joe Walsh, Mike Climstein
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.15737 PubMed 37576493
May 13, 2022
Prevalence of hyperglycemia in masters athletes
Mike Climstein, Joe Walsh, Kent Adams, Trish Sevene, Tim Heazlewood, Mark DeBeliso
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.13389 PubMed 35663526
April 28, 2022
Point prevalence of non-melanoma and melanoma skin cancers in Australian surfers and swimmers in Southeast Queensland and Northern New South Wales
Mike Climstein, Brendan Doyle, Michael Stapelberg, Nedeljka Rosic, Isolde Hertess, James Furness, Vini Simas, Joe Walsh
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.13243 PubMed 35505675
December 22, 2021
Wearable technology to inform the prediction and diagnosis of cardiorespiratory events: a scoping review
Hamzeh Khundaqji, Wayne Hing, James Furness, Mike Climstein
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.12598 PubMed 35036129
October 22, 2021
Traumatic surfing injuries in New Zealand: a descriptive epidemiology study
James Furness, Katherine McArthur, Debbie Remnant, Darcy Jorgensen, Catherine J. Bacon, Robert W. Moran, Wayne Hing, Mike Climstein
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.12334 PubMed 34733590
February 9, 2021
Validity of the Polar Vantage M watch when measuring heart rate at different exercise intensities
Tricia Shumate, Magdalen Link, James Furness, Kevin Kemp-Smith, Vini Simas, Mike Climstein
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.10893 PubMed 33614295
June 4, 2019
Exploring the feasibility, sustainability and the benefits of the GrACE + GAIT exercise programme in the residential aged care setting
Samantha Fien, Tim Henwood, Mike Climstein, Evelyne Rathbone, Justin W.L. Keogh
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.6973 PubMed 31198633
October 16, 2017
Investigating the level of agreement of two positioning protocols when using dual energy X-ray absorptiometry in the assessment of body composition
Flinn Shiel, Carl Persson, Vini Simas, James Furness, Mike Climstein, Ben Schram
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.3880 PubMed 29062599
September 7, 2017
Anthropometric, physical function and general health markers of Masters athletes: a cross-sectional study
Samantha Fien, Mike Climstein, Clodagh Quilter, Georgina Buckley, Timothy Henwood, Josie Grigg, Justin W.L. Keogh
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.3768 PubMed 28894644
May 18, 2016
Feasibility and benefits of group-based exercise in residential aged care adults: a pilot study for the GrACE programme
Samantha Fien, Timothy Henwood, Mike Climstein, Justin William Leslie Keogh
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.2018 PubMed 27231652
November 10, 2015
Current nutrition promotion, beliefs and barriers among cancer nurses in Australia and New Zealand
Petra G. Puhringer, Alicia Olsen, Mike Climstein, Sally Sargeant, Lynnette M. Jones, Justin W.L. Keogh
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.1396 PubMed 26587354

Academic Editor on

August 8, 2025
Effects of different exercise types on vascular endothelial function in individuals with abnormal glycaemic control: a systematic review and network meta-analysis
Zongxiang Li, Shengyao Luo, Xuebing Bai, Lu Huang, Hongyan Guo, Song Chen, Dan Wang
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.19839 PubMed 40792010
July 28, 2025
Biological maturation determines the beneficial effects of high-intensity functional training on cardiorespiratory fitness in male adolescents
Jarosław Domaradzki, Cristian Alvarez, Rafał Szafraniec, Dawid Koźlenia
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.19756 PubMed 40746615
July 25, 2025
Validation of three functional tests against the 6-minute walk test in individuals with obesity
Thapanun Mahisanun, Jittima Saengsuwan
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.19755 PubMed 40727245
June 4, 2025
Knowledge attitude, and practice of patients with knee osteoarthritis towards perioperative functional exercise after total knee arthroplasty: a cross-sectional study
Houxi Li, Qingqing Su, Lei Qin, Qi Li, Yake Li, Chunyan Wang, Houxia Zhu, Haiyan Li
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.19511 PubMed 40487058
February 21, 2025
Effect of water-based aerobic training on anthropometric, biochemical, cardiovascular, and explosive strength parameters in young overweight and obese women: a randomized controlled trial
Imen Ben Cheikh, Hamza Marzouki, Okba Selmi, Bilel Cherni, Siwar Bouray, Ezdine Bouhlel, Anissa Bouassida, Beat Knechtle, Yung-Sheng Chen
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.19020 PubMed 39995997
February 13, 2025
Ankylosing spondylitis and kinesiophobia
Ugur Ertem
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.19034 PubMed 39959836
November 14, 2024
Comparative electromyography analysis of subphase gait disorder in chronic stroke survivors
Nusreena Hohsoh, Thanita Sanghan, Desmond Y.R. Chong, Goran Stojanovic, Surapong Chatpun
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.18473 PubMed 39553714
November 4, 2024
Dietary reference intake for military operations: a scoping review
Ryoko Mizushima, Motohiko Miyachi, Eiichi Yoshimura, Yoichi Hatamoto, Mai Matsumoto, Yuka Hamada, Mana Hatanaka, Aya Maeno, Chifumi Shimomura, Hidemi Takimoto
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.18353 PubMed 39512308
September 25, 2024
Comparative postoperative prognosis of ceramic-on-ceramic and ceramic-on-polyethylene for total hip arthroplasty: an updated systematic review and meta-analysis
Tingyu Wu, Yaping Jiang, Weipeng Shi, Yingzhen Wang, Tao Li
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.18139 PubMed 39346065
July 18, 2024
Comparing and characterizing scapular muscle activation ratios in males and females during execution of common functional movements
Angelica E. Lang, Annaka Chorneyko, Vivian Heinrichs
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.17728 PubMed 39035170
June 25, 2024
Shoulder muscle weakness and proprioceptive impairments in type 2 diabetes mellitus: exploring correlations for improved clinical management
Ravi Shankar Reddy, Mastour Saeed Alshahrani, Mohammad A. ALMohiza, Batool Abdulelah Alkhamis, Jaya Shanker Tedla, Venkata Nagaraj Kakaraparthi, Ghada Mohamed Koura, Debjani Mukherjee, Hani Hassan Alnakhli, Hussain Saleh H. Ghulam, Raee S. Alqhtani
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.17630 PubMed 38948217
June 17, 2024
Pedagogical control scales of vertical jumping performance in untrained adolescents (13–16 years): research by strata
Santiago Calero-Morales, Victor Emilio Villavicencio-Alvarez, Elizabeth Flores-Abad, Antonio Jesús Monroy-Antón
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.17298 PubMed 38903885
February 26, 2024
Biomechanical, physiological and anthropometrical predictors of performance in recreational runners
Leonardo A. Peyré-Tartaruga, Esthevan Machado, Patrick Guimarães, Edilson Borba, Marcus P. Tartaruga, Cosme F. Buzzachera, Luca Correale, Fábio Juner Lanferdini, Edson Soares da Silva
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.16940 PubMed 38426136
September 26, 2023
Assessing climbers’ pull-up capabilities by differentiating the parameters involved in power production
Marine Devise, Franck Quaine, Laurent Vigouroux
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.15886 PubMed 37780381
May 2, 2023
Can salivary lactate be used as an anaerobic biomarker?
Pingping Yan, Chunli Qin, Zengyin Yan, Chang Chen, Fengjing Zhang
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.15274 PubMed 37151289
April 21, 2023
Are anthropometric characteristics powerful markers to predict the Cooper Run Test? Actual Caucasian data
Gianluca Azzali, Massimo Bellato, Matteo Giuriato, Vittoria Carnevale Pellino, Matteo Vandoni, Gabriele Ceccarelli, Nicola Lovecchio
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.15271 PubMed 37101790
April 17, 2023
Relationship between respiratory muscles ultrasound parameters and running tests performance in adolescent football players. A pilot study
Małgorzata Pałac, Damian Sikora, Tomasz Wolny, Paweł Linek
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.15214 PubMed 37090113
February 7, 2023
Change the direction: 3D optimal control simulation by directly tracking marker and ground reaction force data
Marlies Nitschke, Robert Marzilger, Sigrid Leyendecker, Bjoern M. Eskofier, Anne D. Koelewijn
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.14852 PubMed 36778146
January 31, 2023
Effects of lower and upper body fatigue in striking response time of amateur karate athletes
Júlio Cesar Carvalho Rodrigues, Eduardo Macedo Penna, Hugo Enrico Souza Machado, Jader Sant’Ana, Fernando Diefenthaeler, Victor S. Coswig
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.14764 PubMed 36743962
November 15, 2022
Prevalence of rheumatoid arthritis and diagnostic validity of a prediction score, in patients visiting orthropedic clinics in the Madinah region of Saudi Arabia: a retrospective cross-sectional study
Shabir Ahmad Mir, Mamdooh Noor, Md Dilshad Manzar, Bader Alshehri, Mohammed Alaidarous, Abdul Aziz Bin Dukhyil, Saeed Banawas, Yahya Madkhali, Sadaf Jahan, Faizan Z. Kashoo, Danish Iqbal, Qamar Zia, Suliman A. Alsagaby, Sahar ALDosari
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.14362 PubMed 36405025
October 6, 2022
Incidence rate, risk factors, and management of Bell’s palsy in the Qurayyat region of Saudi Arabia
Fahad Alanazi, Faizan Z. Kashoo, Anas Alduhishy, Mishal Aldaihan, Fuzail Ahmad, Ahmad Alanazi
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.14076 PubMed 36221264
September 5, 2022
Practical guidance for firefighter applicants preparing for cardiorespiratory fitness testing: a secondary analysis of self-reported physical activity levels
Sylvie Fortier, Liam P. Kelly, Fabien A. Basset
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.13832 PubMed 36093334
July 27, 2022
Effects of six weeks outdoor versus treadmill running on physical fitness and body composition in recreationally active young males: a pilot study
Gaurav Singh, Gaurav Kushwah, Tanvi Singh, Rodrigo Ramírez-Campillo, Rohit K. Thapa
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.13791 PubMed 35915754
April 22, 2022
Prevalence and incidence of sarcopenia and low physical activity among community-dwelling older Thai people: a preliminary prospective cohort study 2-year follow-up
Kornanong Yuenyongchaiwat, Chareeporn Akekawatchai
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.13320 PubMed 35480559
April 5, 2022
Influence of biological maturation status on selected anthropometric and physical fitness variables in adolescent male volleyball players
Mario Albaladejo-Saura, Raquel Vaquero-Cristóbal, Juan A. García-Roca, Francisco Esparza-Ros
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.13216 PubMed 35402095
October 12, 2021
Prevalence of non-specific chronic low-back pain and risk factors among male soldiers in Saudi Arabia
Mohammad Sidiq, Wadha Alenazi, Faizan Z. Kashoo, Mohammad Qasim, Marisia Paz Lopez, Mehrunnisha Ahmad, Suresh Mani, Mohammad Abu Shaphe, Omaymah Khodairi, Abdulqader Almutairi, Shabir Ahmad Mir
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.12249 PubMed 34721972
May 4, 2021
Non-specific low back pain: cross-sectional study of 11,423 children and youth and the association with the perception of heaviness in carrying of schoolbags
Agnieszka Kędra, Magdalena Plandowska, Przemysław Kędra, Dariusz Czaprowski
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.11220 PubMed 33986989
April 13, 2021
Assessment of hand function in women with lymphadenopathy after radical mastectomy
Subham Mistry, Taimul Ali, Mohammed Qasheesh, Rashid Ali Beg, Mohammad Abu Shaphe, Fuzail Ahmad, Faizan Z. Kashoo, Amr S. Shalaby
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.11252 PubMed 33954052
March 12, 2021
The kinematic analysis of the lower limb during topspin forehand loop between different level table tennis athletes
Yuqi He, Xiang Lyu, Dong Sun, Julien S. Baker, Yaodong Gu
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.10841 PubMed 33763297
February 23, 2021
Knee replacement outcome predicted by physiotherapists: a prospective cohort study
Marius Henriksen, Hiwa Mukriyani, Carsten Juhl
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.10838 PubMed 33665020
June 17, 2020
Habitual and ready positions in female table tennis players and their relation to the prevalence of back pain
Ziemowit Bańkosz, Katarzyna Barczyk-Pawelec
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.9170 PubMed 32596033
November 26, 2019
Effect of vibration vs non-vibration foam rolling techniques on flexibility, dynamic balance and perceived joint stability after fatigue
Ana María de Benito, Raúl Valldecabres, Diego Ceca, Jim Richards, Joaquín Barrachina Igual, Ana Pablos
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.8000 PubMed 31788353
June 18, 2019
Photoprotection practices, knowledge and sun-related skin damage in Spanish beach handball players
Guillermo De Castro-Maqueda, Jose Vicente Gutierrez-Manzanedo, Carolina Lagares-Franco, Mario Linares-Barrios, Magdalena de Troya-Martin
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.7030 PubMed 31249733
April 9, 2018
Barefoot running does not affect simple reaction time: an exploratory study
Nicholas J. Snow, Jason F.L. Blair, Graham Z. MacDonald, Jeannette M. Byrne, Fabien A. Basset
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.4605 PubMed 29666760