Thomas Butler

MSc, SENr

24 Churton Road, Chester, CH3 5EB Tel: 07779828759•Email: tbutler0126@gmail.com• D.O.B: 26/01/1992

Profile

I am an ambitious and dynamic nutritionist, with documented competencies and a comprehensive understanding in the areas of nutrition, human physiology, research, clinical trials, and data analysis. My experiences have further equipped me with indispensable knowledge in these disciplines and I am motivated to share my knowledge and educate others. I am a keen advocate of a healthy balanced diet for a better lifestyle, and with my strong interest in scientific research I give evidence backed advice.

Education

MSc Exercise and Nutrition Science – University of Chester September 2013 – September 2015

Research Project: Effect of acute spinach supplementation on a 20km cycling time trial

Completing modules in:

- Science in Weight Control; Diet recording, Dietary Analysis, Report & Strategy writing, Analysis Software- Exercise and Health; Health Promotion, Special Populations, Exercise Programme, Fitness Testing- Physiology and Physical Performance; Human Physiology, Cardiology, Performance Testing- Performance Enhancement; Ergogenic Aids, Supplementation, Special Athletic Populations, Micronutrients- Sports Nutrition; Sports Performance, Recovery, Preparation, Macronutrients- Research Methods and Data Analysis; Quantitative data handling, Gathering data, Statistical analysis

BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Sciences – University of Chester September 2010 – June 2013

Dissertation: The implications of foot plate force and hip range of movement on rowing performance over a 2000m time-trial

Final year modules:

- Applied Biomechanics;- Sports Nutrition;- Performance Analysis- Training of Elite Performers;- Research Methods and Data Analysis;

A Levels – Thorpe St. Andrew Sixth Form September 2008 – June 2010Physical Education, Mathematics, Biology

Employment

Nutritionist – Freelance August 2014 – Present

- Perform consultations on a wide variety of individuals to achieve numerous goals- Complete dietary assessments and body fat analysis - Implementing diet plans in order to achieve the clients goals- Advise on dieting strategies and opinions on popular dieting trends- Help clients set achievable goals and maintain motivation through-out their programme- Educate clients with scientific evidence based knowledge - Create a fully personalized experience to the individual client and ensure they receive the highest standard of customer service- Create diet plans and specific meal plans to cater for such diet- Give advice on specific sports nutrition needs

10 Bridge Physio Ltd – Clinical Supervisor/Case Handler 7th April 2016 – Present

- Completing Telephone Triage, in compliance with the Rehabilitation Code (2015) - Review and assessment of clients need for physiotherapy - Reviewing physiotherapy reports- Handling individual clients needs and cases, providing outstanding customer care and support

- Help implement new computer software and design new letter heads and email signature- Liaising with both solicitors, insurance parties, physiotherapist and other medical professionals- Creating weekly reports via Microsoft spreadsheet to deliver statistics to Operations Director

Tiger Technical Ltd – Technical Resourcer 30th November 2015 –8th March 2016

- Executive head-hunting; searching in the market place for candidates in accordance with job specifications

- Client and Candidate liaison; via telephone and emailo Negotiation of contracts o Scheduling meetings/interviews

- Sales;o Candidate; Selling new opportunity o Client; Presenting candidate

- Marketing; Producing job adverts- Microsoft Office, Arithon Software

Bodypower Sports Plc & Asics UK Ltd – Part-Time Sales Advisor 11th May 2015 – 20th November 2015

- Cash handling, tax free purchases, returns, cashing up and refunds. Completing finance application for large purchases- Advising customers on appropriate footwear and apparel, or fitness equipment and supplements for individual needs- Completing Gait Analysis on customers to identify footwear needs- Stock control, movement, deliveries, stock display, maintenance and security tagging- Customer service and awareness.

- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all support departments, internal and external in order to deliver excellence in customer care and aftersales

University of Chester Rowing Club – Scholarship Coach September 2013 - July 2015

- Coach all women’s squads, and help with other squads as necessary- Transport to events and athlete registration- Complete annual plans for development of the club alongside other coaches- Provide athlete support- Implement a high performance rowing squad

Multiple Venues - Front of House/Bartender 29th June 2012 – 8th May 2015

- Provide quality customer service- Be the first point of contact for all customers and ensure the customer is given a personalised experience- Ensure the premises is fully set, and the atmosphere entices customers- Assist with stock taking and deliveries- Help design/create new products and events

Warrington Wolves Rugby Club 16th November 2011 – 29th May 2012 Performance Analysis/Strength & Conditioning Intern

- Provide in-depth analysis to scholarship level athletes and create video portfolio’s for each athlete- Analyse first-team and their upcoming opponents, and present information to head of performance analysis and head coach- Help with data analysis of game footage, GPS systems and heart rate monitoring- Set up new heart-rate monitoring system for the squad to use during training

Skills and Experience

SENr Graduate registrant: (BDA membership no: 17585)

Food Hygiene Level 2: 13th September 2015

Work Shadowing: Nutritional Therapy at the Chester Wellness Centre 11th December 2014;

- Allergy Testing- Blood Sampling- Stool Sampling- Metabolic/Digestive Issues

Body Power Expo 2015 Brand Ambassador: July 2014 – May 2015

British Rowing Level 2 Coaching Qualification: 7th September 2014

High Quality Land Training British Rowing Workshop: 12th November 2013

Equity in Your Coaching, UK Sport: 5th November 2013

University of Chester Rowing Club Captain: Academic year 2012-2013

UKA Elevating Athletics Primary Athletics Course: 31st January 2011 – 7th February 2011

Hobbies and Interests

As a keen athlete, I have engaged in many team and individual sports, ranging from football and basketball to rowing and triathlon. I am currently in training for triathlons and my ambition is to complete an Ironman. I love challenging myself, whether that is physically or mentally, and I always demand perfection in what I do. Alongside competing and training in sports, I also have written fitness and nutrition articles, several of which have been published.

Whilst being a keen athlete with an academic background in sports science, I enjoy keeping up to date and reading the latest articles or topics which can improve my own diet, training programme and technique.

International food and drink is another passion of mine, from cooking to the tasting experience. Especially trying out new healthy recipes, and ‘creating’ new recipes. This compliments my professional nutrition ambition, keeping me up to date with nutritional health trends and inspiring client diet plans.

References

References are available on request.