Visitors, athletes and staff at Lilleshall National Sports Centre will benefit from an increased focus on balanced and nutritious food following the appointment of a Performance Nutritionist.
Fran Rothon, who has previously worked as a Performance Nutritionist for both Loughborough Sport and the UK Sports Institute, has brought her experience and expertise to Lilleshall, aiming to make nutritious food more accessible for everyone using the site whether it’s for meetings, events or training camps.
In her role, Fran is working closely with the catering team to review and enhance menus across the facility, increasing the availability of balanced meal options and ensuring food supports both performance and everyday wellbeing.
This includes developing meals tailored for training camps and athletes, as well as improving grab and go options for visitors and staff.
As a former competitive swimmer with a background working in sports nutrition, Fran says her interest in both sport and food naturally led her into a career in Performance Nutrition.
“I’ve always been passionate about eating and cooking great food, as well as understanding what goes into it. I used to love reading the nutrition labels on different food products, so my parents encouraged me to study nutrition at university.
The opportunity to combine my passion for sport and nutrition made a career as a performance nutritionist a natural choice.
“The work I’m doing at Lilleshall is ongoing, and menus will continue to develop over time, with the aim being to provide a range of balanced, nutritious meals and snacks for everyone visiting the site.
I want to make sure healthier options are visible and easy to choose, with the café and dining areas becoming a central point for delicious meals and snacks that support health and athletic performance.”
Stacey Caswell, Contract Manager for Lilleshall, said:
“Fran has been brought into the team in response to feedback from visitors who wanted to see more nutritious food options available on site. Working closely with the food and beverage team, she is helping strengthen the overall offering by ensuring nutritionally balanced choices are available and tailored for athletes, staff and visitors.”
The appointment of a Performance Nutritionist reflects a wider commitment at Lilleshall to enhance the overall visitor experience, supporting both elite performance and everyday health through its facilities and services.
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