Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Research Publication
Accomplishments
Patent
Soft Skills
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References
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Jun-hyeong Kwon

Hanam,Republic of Korea

Summary

Highly motivated researcher with a lifelong passion for kinesiology, sports science, and exercise medicine, particularly interested in developing algorithms, solutions, and hardware that promote human health. Recently, I have developed a deep interest in Rehabilitation Technology, aiming to enhance movement and the quality of life by researching assistive strategies optimized for human movement mechanisms and biomechanical demands. Eager to leverage my expertise to contribute to the advancement of fitness, sports, and rehabilitation industry.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work history

Exercise Science & Biomechanics Researcher

Ronfic. Inc.
Seongdong-gu, Seoul
07.2024 - 08.2025
  • Spearheaded the development of an AI-based algorithm for 'personalized exercise plan recommendations,' leveraging expertise in training methodologies, and contributed to UI/UX research aimed at optimizing user interaction.
  • Designed and implemented mathematical algorithms to derive exercise metrics from user data (force, velocity, power, endurance, balance) measured by robotic exercise equipment, utilized in user data management web applications and performance evaluation reports.
  • Developed a machine learning-based model to classify muscle fatigue states during bench press exercises using biomechanical features extracted from force profiles, along with the subsequent article on this.
  • Conducted biomechanical research for developing a machine learning algorithm to analyze movement and estimate muscle activation markerlessly.
  • Participated in the development of a robotics exercise machine capable of markerless motion analysis and muscle activation analysis.
  • Participated in the development of AI models and applications for markerless motion analysis and muscle activation analysis.
  • Conducted research (experimentation, data collection/processing/analysis) to develop an algorithm that can provide optimized exercise variables (weight, speed, resistance coefficient, etc.) based on the biomechanical exercise data of the company's customers.

Kinesiologist & Rehab Trainer

Underwood Health Clinic & Southport Health Clinic
Underwood QLD
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Designing exercise/conditioning program for patients and athletes.
  • Movement analysis based on AI postural assessment tool.
  • Workshops planning for physiotherapist and trainer.
  • Work as an instructor in workshops for physiotherapy and trainers.

Senior Researcher & Co-Founder

FitNavi. Inc
Seongbuk-gu, Seoul
04.2021 - 09.2023
  • Successfully led the development and research of an AI-based exercise prescription algorithm.
  • Directed the design, development, and evaluation of an AI model for personalized exercise programs and nutrition.
  • Managed the project, resulting in successful completion within budget and on schedule.
  • Provided support in various areas such as administration, finance, and marketing.

Junior Researcher

Frontier Research Institute of Convergence Sports Science Yonsei University
Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
03.2019 - 02.2021
  • Conducted research regarding rehabilitation, performance enhancement, and injury prevention in athletes and recreational individuals.
  • Investigated the effects of reactive neuromuscular training on dynamic postural control in terms of motion analysis.
  • Identified key factors influencing increases of injury risk and developed evidence-based recommendations.

Athletic and Rehab Trainer

High School Basketball Team/Collegiate Soccer Team/Personal Training Gym
Seoul
01.2018 - 12.2019
  • Design and implementation of personalized rehabilitation programs.
  • Support for recovery of athletic ability and performance enhancement.
  • Reduction in athletes' injury recovery time and improved success rate of athletes' rehabilitation.
  • Enhancement of athletes' athletic ability and performance.

Education

Doctor of Engineering - Assistive and Robotics Rehabilitation

Chungang University
South Korea
09/2025 -

Master of Science - Sports Injury & Rehabilitation

Yonsei University
South Korea
03/2019 - 02/2021

Bachelor of Science - Sports Science

Korea University
South Korea
03/2015 - 02/2019

Skills

  • Motion analysis equipment (eg, VICON, Qualisys)
  • Electromyography equipment (eg, Delsys, Noraxon, BTS)
  • Force plate equipment (eg, AMTI, Hopkins, VALD)
  • Biomechanical data processing, analysis, and statistics (Python, R)
  • Research design
  • Athletic training, rehabilitation, strength and conditioning practice

Research Publication

Accepted Publications

•  Kwon, J., Ha, S., Lee, I., Kim, S. J., & Lee, S. Y. (2024). Reactive Neuromuscular Training and Dynamic Lower Extremity Postural Control: A Single-Blind Randomized Control Trial. Korean Journal of Applied Biomechanics34(3), 133-144.


Publications in Progress

•  Plyometric Training Enhances Jump, Sprint, and Agility Performance Across Different Surface Types: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Accomplishments

2023

• Finalist, Sports Accelerating Program (FitNavi)

• Admission to Global Startup Officer School (FitNavi)


2022

• 3rd Place, Sports Up Startup Competition (Minister of National Sports Award) (FitNavi)

• Finalist, KU Tech Fair CES 2023 (FitNavi)

• Finalist, Sports Startup Support Program (FitNavi)


2021

• Top 10, Smart Healthcare Category, Youth Leading Youth Contest hosted by MSME (FitNavi)

• Finalist, 9th Korea University Anam Campus Town Startup (FitNavi)

• Admission to Seoul Youth Startup Officer School, 11th Class (FitNavi)

• Completion of 1st Practical Startup Education Program (FitNavi)

• Selected for KAIST Pre-Open Venture Lab Support Program (FitNavi)

• Selected for KU Pioneer Village P-File Project Support Program (FitNavi)

• Selected for Top 300 Promising Student Startup Teams (FitNavi)

• Finalist, 2021 G-Valley Startup Demo Day hosted by Korea Industrial Complex Corporation (FitNavi)

• Finalist, Startup Research Day 2021 Fall, Korea University Business School (FitNavi)

• Finalist, KAIST E5 Best Team (FitNavi)


2020

• Finalist, 2020 Student Startup Challenge 300, Startup Challenge Category (AllNewFit)

• Selected for KAIST Pre-Open Venture Lab Support Program (FitNavi)

• Finalist, Science Belt Startup Growth Support Program hosted by MSIT (FitNavi)

• Advanced to the Finals of K-Startup Challenge (FitNavi)


2018

• Won 1st place at the Undergraduate Kinesiology Research Conference, The 19th World Congress for Kinesiologist (as the presentator, first author and corresponding author of the paper)


2017

• Won 1st place at the Undergraduate Kinesiology Research Conference, The 18th World Congress for Kinesiologist (as the presentator, first author and corresponding author of the paper)


2016

• Won 2nd place at the Undergraduate Kinesiology Research Conference, The 17th World Congress for Kinesiologist (as the presentator, first author and corresponding author of the paper)

Patent

2022

•  Developed and patented Regarding {The Method for Providing Customized Exercise Program} (FitNavi)


2021

•  Developed and patented Regarding {Method for Recommending User’s Nutrients and Providing Meal Plan} (FitNavi)

Soft Skills

•  Athletic Training and Rehabilitation Knowledge
- I have a deep understanding of sports-specific anatomy, physiology, and movement biomechanics, which allows me to expertly guide injury prevention, rehabilitation, and optimize athlete performance.


•  Product/Sercice Planning and Development
- I possess the knowledge necessary to navigate innovation processes, prototyping, design for manufacturing, testing, and regulatory compliance specific to the development of rehabilitation-related devices and sports performance products.


•  Critical and Strategic Thinking
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I skilled in aligning R&D goals with overall company strategy, forecasting industry trends, and recognizing promising areas for future development.


•  Problem-Solving
- I have an analytical mindset that enables me to identify research problems, formulate creative solutions, and overcome any obstacles that arise in the development process.


•  Continuous Learning
- I am committed to staying updated on the latest research advancements, technologies, and trends in the constantly evolving field of sports medicine.

Languages

English
Intermediate

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Exercise Science & Biomechanics Researcher

Ronfic. Inc.
07.2024 - 08.2025

Kinesiologist & Rehab Trainer

Underwood Health Clinic & Southport Health Clinic
01.2024 - 05.2024

Senior Researcher & Co-Founder

FitNavi. Inc
04.2021 - 09.2023

Junior Researcher

Frontier Research Institute of Convergence Sports Science Yonsei University
03.2019 - 02.2021

Athletic and Rehab Trainer

High School Basketball Team/Collegiate Soccer Team/Personal Training Gym
01.2018 - 12.2019

Doctor of Engineering - Assistive and Robotics Rehabilitation

Chungang University
09/2025 -

Master of Science - Sports Injury & Rehabilitation

Yonsei University
03/2019 - 02/2021

Bachelor of Science - Sports Science

Korea University
03/2015 - 02/2019
Jun-hyeong Kwon