Willem Van Mechelen

Willem Van Mechelen is a Belgian professor of public health at the University of Leuven. He is a leading expert in the field of exercise medicine and has published numerous papers on the topic. Van Mechelen has also worked as a consultant for various organizations, including the World Health Organization. He is known for his work on the prevention and treatment of sports-related injuries. Van Mechelen has received several awards for his contributions to the field of exercise medicine, including the European College of Sports Science's Lifetime Achievement Award. He is also a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians. Van Mechelen has a strong online presence, with over 5,000 followers on Twitter and over 2,000 followers on Instagram. He is also a regular contributor to various media outlets, including the BBC and The Guardian.