Sports and healthy food
Darren Foster
Sports And Exercise Nutritional Advisor Level 5
Brighton,East Sussex
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Sports and Exercise Nutritional Advisor Level 5
Self Employed
Brighton, East Sussex
11.2017 - Current
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Produced clear and concise meal and exercise plans for clients based on specific dietary needs and medical requirements.
- Assessed clients' nutritional and health statuses to prescribe appropriate eating and exercise plans.
- Educated clients about long-term health benefits of balanced diets and exercise programs.
- Provided in-depth information on nutritional care to maximize health.
- Monitored calorie count for individual patients in accordance with specific nutritional needs as specified by physicians.
- Developed and prepared low-fat, low-cholesterol and chemical-free meals.
- Developed nutrient-dense recipes and flexible meal templates to meet nutritional objectives.
- Developed and implemented pre/post competition diets for athletes
Personal Trainer
Self Employed
Brighton, East Sussex
01.2010 - 03.2017
Personal Trainer
The Armour Factory
Cancùn, Yucatan Peninsula
11.2016 - 02.2017
- Grew customer base through word-of-mouth referrals based on customer satisfaction and results.
- Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
- Developed, planned, and led personal and group fitness sessions as well as well-known specialty fitness programs.
- Designed specific workout systems for individual clients based on performance ability.
- Developed and implemented creative exercise programs to keep clients engaged and motivated.
- Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
- Developed healthy eating meal plans for clients to provide holistic approach.
- Developed specialized programs for athletes of all levels to reach competition goals.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of fitness training methods to inform approach.
- Demonstrated proper technique for exercises to avoid injuries.
- Educated clients on importance of proper nutrition to reach fitness objectives.
- Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
Sales Representative
Petchy Leisure
Albufeira, Algarve
07.2008 - 07.2009
- Generated new leads through networking and attending industry events.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive understanding of products, services and competitors to enhance sales presentations.
- Negotiated contracts with clients and developed relationships with key personnel.
- Managed customer accounts to secure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas.
- Fielded customer complaints and facilitated negotiations, resolving issues and reaching mutual conclusions.
- Developed and maintained strong working relationships with professionals within assigned territory.
- Negotiated prices, terms of sales and service agreements.
- Met with customers to discuss and ascertain needs, tailor solutions and close deals.
- Achieved or exceeded company-defined sales quotas.
- Fostered lasting relationships with customers through effective communication and quick response, resulting in long-term loyalty and expanded client base.
- Met existing customers to review current services and expand sales opportunities.
- Contributed to team objectives in fast-paced environment.
- Attended monthly sales meetings and quarterly sales trainings.
- Monitored service after sale and implemented quick and effective problem resolutions.
- Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
- Identified new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, marketing and prospective database leads.
- Maintained current knowledge of evolving changes in marketplace.
- Presented professional image consistent with company's brand values.
Personal Trainer
Self Employed
Brighton, East Sussex
10.2004 - 05.2007
- Grew customer base through word-of-mouth referrals based on customer satisfaction and results.
- Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
- Developed, planned, and led personal and group fitness sessions as well as well-known specialty fitness programs.
- Designed specific workout systems for individual clients based on performance ability.
- Developed and implemented creative exercise programs to keep clients engaged and motivated.
- Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
- Developed healthy eating meal plans for clients to provide holistic approach.
- Developed specialized programs for athletes of all levels to reach competition goals.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of fitness training methods to inform approach.
- Demonstrated proper technique for exercises to avoid injuries.
- Educated clients on importance of proper nutrition to reach fitness objectives.
- Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
- Utilized effective record-keeping system for tracking customer information.
- Encouraged participants to stay motivated and reach fitness goals.
- Provided emergency first aid and CPR as needed.
- Set up and broke down equipment before and after classes.
- Delivered fun and motivating group fitness classes designed to improve overall health and fitness levels.
- Implemented new and creative exercise routines to keep participants motivated.
- Adapted classes to meet needs of participants with varying fitness levels.
- Motivated participants through one-on-one instruction and positive feedback.
- Used music to motivate and energize classes.
- Counseled participants on nutrition to help reach fitness goals.
- Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.
- Created comprehensive fitness programs tailored to needs and goals of each individual.
- Educated participants on proper nutrition and healthy lifestyle habits.
Marketing Manager
Zenith Windows
Worthing, West Sussex
08.2001 - 03.2004
- Boosted brand awareness and generated leads while managing internal and external marketing campaigns and programs.
- Recruited and hired capable team members to add value and diverse skills set to marketing department.
- Continually maintained and improved company's reputation and positive image in markets served.
- Executed comprehensive marketing plans that consistently achieved targets for increased revenue.
- Led team of marketing professionals, offering mentoring and coaching to build knowledge and skills.
- Mentored local personnel on best practices and protocols to maximize productivity.
Education
Level 5 Advanced Sports And Exercise Nutritional Advisor - Sports And Exercise Nutrition
The Health Sciences Academy
2015
Stanley Deason High School
Brighton09.1991
Skills
Consultation and advisory
Additional Information
I enjoy filling my time learning and excelling at anything I undertake. I also love animals being an owner of 2 dogs and a racehorse I like to spend time outside of work with family and my animals.
I also undertake charitable work whenever I can.
Interests
My animals
Helping others
Timeline
Sports and Exercise Nutritional Advisor Level 5
Self Employed
11.2017 - Current
Personal Trainer
The Armour Factory
11.2016 - 02.2017
Personal Trainer
Self Employed
01.2010 - 03.2017
Sales Representative
Petchy Leisure
07.2008 - 07.2009
Personal Trainer
Self Employed
10.2004 - 05.2007
Marketing Manager
Zenith Windows
08.2001 - 03.2004
Level 5 Advanced Sports And Exercise Nutritional Advisor - Sports And Exercise Nutrition
The Health Sciences Academy
Stanley Deason High School