TOM MAY, Newcastle Falcons RFC

Tom found that he was struggling to recover after games. The quality of his training during the week was impaired because he was stiff, sore and tired for 4-5 days after a match. Tom used to follow a high protein diet. We analysed his nutritional needs and found that his body was suited to a higher carbohydrate diet. When he began to follow his personal sports nutrition plan, Tom found that his recovery time reduced, and that he was able to engage in high quality training within a couple of days following his games. He also found that his body fat levels reduced and his overall energy increased.

CHRIS COOK, GB Swimmer & Commonwealth Champion

Chris found that he was often tired when he followed the high carbohydrate diet that he thought was ideal for an athlete. Following his analysis, we discovered that Chris was more suited to a diet that was higher in proteins and fats. As he started eating according to his personal plan, Chris began to train at a higher intensity and found that his recovery between sessions increased. Consequently, he is able to do high quality strength work alongside his intense training in the pool.

GRAEME MURTY, Captain, Reading FC

Graeme wanted to give himself an extra advantage by focussing on his nutrition. We conducted an assessment to find Graeme’s individual nutritional needs, and constructed a personal nutritional plan for him. As a result of following his plan, Graeme has found that his performances in training and games have increased, allowing him to maintain high intensity work for longer. His body fats have also dropped 7.4mm of body fat in a 10 week period.

PAUL JONES, Triathlon

As a tri-athlete, Paul has an incredibly demanding training programme. He wanted to optimise his nutrition to be able to get more from his training, to recover more quickly between sessions and to achieve more quality in his sessions. Paul found that he needed a very balanced diet that included a wide variety of proteins, carbohydrates and natural fats. He found that when he achieved the balance that his body needed, he had more energy and greater levels of recovery, which boosted the quality of his training.

DAVE HEALY, Leeds United FC

Dave wanted to stabilise his body fat levels and increase his energy for training, matches and life. He was eating a diet that was dominated by sugars and starchy carbohydrates such as pasta and bread. Following an assessment, Dave reduced the amount of sugary sports drinks and wheat based starchy foods that he ate. He immediately found that he had better and more sustained energy throughout the day, He also found that he felt less bloated and could perform better on the field. Within a few weeks of starting his personal nutritional plan, Dave’s body fats also stabilised.

DAVE PEARSON, IRB International Board Rugby Referee

Dave had been struggling with energy and controlling his body fat levels for a few years, after being advised to follow a high protein diet. Dave’s assessment revealed that his body needed a diet that was higher in carbohydrate and light proteins. Dave also needs a relatively high level of starch in his diet. When he eats the diet that is right for his body, he is able to manage his body fat levels easily and maintain a high level of training. He also notices a significant improvement in his level of concentration during games.