Applied Sport Science and Elite Sport Neil Lewis Training video

Careers in Sport Science Fitness Coach!!!!!! Strength and Conditioning Physiology Biomechanics Nutrition Sport Psychology

How did I do it? Movement Science Degree Research or Training Further Qualifications Experience Continuing Development

Career Path Sport Science Officer – USA Watford FC – First Team Fitness Coach June 2005 – Self Employed November 2006 – Elite Conditioning

Current Clients - The FA – various national teams The English Institute of Sport – S + C Barnet FC SAQ International UK Athletics

Recommended Qualifications - BSc and MSc (driving test) – Doctorate ? BWLA FA fitness trainers award SAQ diploma NSCA and UKSCA accreditations

Personal Qualities Work ethic/determination Organisation Dealing with egos Team work Communication Thick skin Sense of humour

Things I have learned - Decide which field is your passion Get the best BSc and MSc possible Get experience – volunteer your time Who is the best in your field? Be willing to make sacrifices Invest in yourself – 1 hour a day!!! Network-Network-Network!!!!!!!!!

Thank You and Good Luck