Edward is a researcher and part-time sports nutrition practitioner with a specialist focus on nutrition for climbing.
He began his academic journey with a BSc (Hons) in Sport & Exercise Science from Sheffield Hallam University in 2013, followed by postgraduate training in Sports Nutrition through the International Olympic Committee’s prestigious programme.
As a practitioner, Edward has supported around 120 climbers across all levels, from recreational participants to Olympic level athletes, helping them optimise performance through evidence-based nutrition strategies. His experience also includes working in profession football, with high-performing triathletes and cyclists, and clients within private healthcare.
In his research capacity, Edward holds dual roles within Sheffield Hallam University. He works at the Advanced Wellbeing Research Centre as part of the Physical Activity, Wellbeing and Public Health group and is currently completing a vice-chancellor scholarship funded PhD titled “Nutritional Considerations for Climbing.” His published research/book chapters can be found here: ResearchGate Profile. Current interests include investigating the effects of creatine supplementation on climbing-specific finger force production, and nutritional knowledge and perceptions among international level coaches.
He is a certified ISAK Anthropometrist, a member of the International Rock Climbing Research Association (IRCRA) and serves on the International Federation of Sport Climbing (IFSC) Sports Medicine Sub-Committee for Nutrition.
With a decade of personal bouldering experience and ascents up to 7c on Peak District gritstone, Edward brings a deep understanding of the sport to both his research and practice.
