Liam Johnston
Shirley,Croydon
Summary
I am a third-year student at Nottingham Trent University studying a Bachelor of Science Degree in Sport & Exercise Science. I am currently on a 1-year placement as a Sports Nutritionist at Crystal Palace Academy working with the PDP phase. I am a diligent student and have established good relationships with my Lecturers and peers as well as my colleagues from CPFC. I enjoy all aspects of my course ranging from the theoretical side to the practical elements. However, my main interest is nutrition, specifically sport nutrition which has been reinforced during my time at CPFC. I have always been fascinated by how nutrition can affect the body, and how this can affect performance and recovery. This mindset also portrays myself as I enjoy understanding how Nutrition can impact my general health as well as my performance in the gym and rugby. Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sports Nutritionist
Crystal Palace Football Club
06.2024 - 02.2025
- I am currently on a 1-year placement at CPFC Academy as a Sports Nutritionist. I work closely with the U18s and U21s to ensure optimal performance and recovery using nutritional strategies.
- I Assist athletes with performance-enhancing dietary advice; such as correct fuelling throughout the week, especially on MD-1 and MD to ensure sufficient energy availability for the match. As well as nutritional strategies in place such as loading on electrolytes with specific timings and tracking to prevent cramping and injury.
- I have attended professional development courses for continuous improvement in practice methods and techniques. Such as gaining my ISAK level-1 Anthropometrist qualification, allowing me to be qualified to conduct skin-fold testing on players.
- Evaluated client's health needs, formulated effective nutritional strategies accordingly for the situation. Specifically worked closely with the medical team and rehabbing players to put in updated and effective plans to help with the efficient recovery and reduce the time off pitch.
- I have created interactive reports using power bi to be shown in medical meetings and to staff as a presentation of the progression of the players.
Waiter/Supervisor
Lyndora's London
10.2022 - 02.2025
- I work at some of the most prestigious football clubs in the premiership such as Chelsea, Crystal Palace and Fulham as well as other major sporting venues such as Wembley, Lords Cricket and the Royal Ascot
- I am allocated senior responsibility and placed to serve high profiled celebrities as well as the Owners and/or Board Members of all three football clubs
- I have developed key skills (listed above) and I am trusted to provide high quality service to key clientele
Work Experience
Surrey Physio
06.2021 - 09.2021
- In summer 2021, I gained work experience at Surrey Physio which established my early understanding of a working environment, the value of strong teamwork, sound communication skills, and the application of knowledge
- I also further developed my understanding of the human body in a practical environment
Covid Vaccination Administrator
NHS
02.2021 - 07.2021
- I worked in my local COVID-19 Vaccination Centre
- My role was inputting accurate data into the NHS Pinnacle database
- My strength in attention to detail was critical as data entry had to be precise to ensure accurate patient records
Education
BSc(H) - Sport & Exercise Science
Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham 01.2022 - 01/2026
MRes - Sport Nutrition
Crystal Palace Football Club
Beckenham, Bromley 1 2026/2026 - 1 2027/2027
3 A-Levels - Physical Education, Psychology, Biology
Langley Park School for Boys
Beckenham, Bromley9 GCSE's - GCSE
Langley Park School For Boys
Beckenham, BromleySkills
- Microsoft Office
- Power Bi
- ISAK Level 1
- UK Anti-Doping
- Working under pressure
- Meeting deadlines
- Driven by personal targets
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- Innovative thinking
- Communication
- Decision Making
- Leadership & Management
- Health & Safety
- Food Safety
Certification
ISAK Level 1 Anthropometrist - 03/11/2024 - 03/03/2029
UK Anti-Doping - 18/02/2025
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sports Nutritionist
Crystal Palace Football Club
06.2024 - 02.2025
Waiter/Supervisor
Lyndora's London
10.2022 - 02.2025
BSc(H) - Sport & Exercise Science
Nottingham Trent University
01.2022 - 01/2026
Work Experience
Surrey Physio
06.2021 - 09.2021
Covid Vaccination Administrator
NHS
02.2021 - 07.2021
ISAK Level 1 Anthropometrist - 03/11/2024 - 03/03/2029
UK Anti-Doping - 18/02/2025
MRes - Sport Nutrition
Crystal Palace Football Club
1 2026/2026 - 1 2027/2027
3 A-Levels - Physical Education, Psychology, Biology
Langley Park School for Boys
9 GCSE's - GCSE
Langley Park School For Boys
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