Sport Science & Nutrition Specialists

Performance First Optimal sports performance requires the intergration of man areas. Regardless of your performance goals, whether they be the lofty peaks of Everest, an international gold medal or simply getting over the finish line, Performance First can cater to your needs.

Exercise Physiology

Performance First provides quality performance testing that can be used to monitor and/or improve training. Blood threshold testing, submaximal and maximal oxygen capacity trials are available. Referrals for online gas analysis for accurate determination of V02max can also be made for you.

Anthropometry

Anthropometric analysis includes an 8-site skinfold, girth measurements and bone lengths, with a full body composition report.

Junior Development

Teaching young athletes how to train effectively will reduce the incidence of injury and burnout while providing a stable foundation for continued sports performance into adulthood. Practical and seminar sessions are available. Education is the key!

Physical Conditioning

A good conditioning programme is individual and specific to your chosen sport or event. Performance First provides comprehensive training advice that can include periodisation, field and gym based programmes and one-onone sessions. Field based testing is also available. If you have a coach we will work in conjunction with them to ensure your training programme is optimal for your performance needs.

Nutrition

Good nutrition will not make a world class athlete but poor nutrition will definitely limit world class performance. Performance First's nutrition services cater to all levels of sports person on a one-on-one basis or as seminar sessions to groups or teams.