Performance Nutritionist, Senior Lecturer & Instructor Anthropometrist
Since graduating from The University of Southampton some time ago (2008), I have been teaching and lecturing in the field of Sports Science. My passion for sports performance and nutrition led me to pursue an MSc in Applied Sports Nutrition at St Mary’s University, which facilitated my transition into lecturing roles in Nutrition and Health and Exercise Science.
My doctoral research, which focused on fuelling the adolescent athlete, ignited my interest in supporting young athletes and their support personnel (parents/guardians, coaches). I am an active researcher with publications on nutrition for adolescent athletes, the impact of nutritional strategies on performance, and the dietary habits of elite athletes.
I offer nutrition services to athletes at all levels, from recreational to elite. My experience includes providing nutrition services to professional athletes and governing bodies in various sports, including but not limited to rugby, football, tennis, and athletics. Notably, I have served as the Lead Performance Nutritionist for the England RFU Women’s Under 20’s Programme and Harlequins Women RFC.
I co-founded the Sports Nutrition Education Network (SNEN), an initiative aimed to enhance the technical and applied knowledge of current and aspiring sport and exercise nutritionists through engaging discussions and shared learning. I invite you to listen to our podcast.
As an ISAK Level 3 Instructor Anthropometrist, I have experience delivering courses nationwide. I am passionate about producing professional practitioners who positively shape athlete development.
Outside of my professional life, I am a proud dad of two beautiful girls and husband to a great wife. I am a former very average (but competitive) sportsperson who enjoys playing tennis, and an unashamedly big Andy Murray fan.
