Dr. Eric Poon is currently an Assistant Professor in Department of Health and Physical Education (HPE) at EdUHK. He obtained his B.Sc. (1st class) from the University of Hong Kong, and his M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Exercise Science from CUHK. His research focuses on High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) and its associated cardio-metabolic and psycho-perceptual health benefits among different populations, from school-aged children to middle-aged and older adults. He has published a number of refereed journal articles in the area of exercise physiology and physical activity. He was awarded the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (2015-19) and RGC Postdoctoral Fellowship Scheme (2020-21) for his outstanding academic achievements.

Dr. Poon is also an internationally accredited Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA-CSCS) and Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-EP) with years of training experience in both laboratory and field settings. He has been invited for guest presentations and professional services with various community parties, such as Hong Kong Sports Institute (HKSI), Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) and Hong Kong Physical Fitness Association (HKPFA) over the past several years.

High-Intensity Interval Training and Health Benefits, Physical Fitness and Exercise Promotion, Sport Nutrition and Exercise Performance 

Exercise Physiology, Physical Activity and Fitness, Coaching Science, Sport Nutrition and Sport Psychology