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Tailored Performance Strategies for Athletes

Welcome to Martel Performance

At Martel Performance, we specialise in helping elite athletes and sports teams unlock their full potential. With over three decades of experience in sports nutrition, sleep optimisation, and recovery strategies, we provide tailored solutions that empower athletes to perform at their peak.

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Pushing Beyond Talent

Elevate Your Game

In today’s competitive sports world, being talented isn’t enough. Athletes face challenges from all angles—whether it’s travel fatigue, injury prevention, or maintaining consistent performance under pressure. That’s where we come in. At Martel Performance, we understand the demands of modern athletes, and our comprehensive, science-backed approach ensures you’re always at the top of your game.

Our tailored programmes are designed to:

  • Fuel your performance with bespoke nutrition plans
  • Optimise your recovery through expert sleep management
  • Enhance your resilience with advanced injury prevention strategies

Why Choose Us?

Martel Performance is your dedicated partner in success. We create tailored plans to meet your unique needs, backed by a team with experience working with top-level sports teams to provide proven and innovative solutions.

Expertise You Can Trust

Our specialists are leaders in their fields with experience working with Premier League football teams, international athletes, and more.

A Holistic Approach

We integrate nutrition, sleep, and recovery to deliver comprehensive solutions.

Personalised Programmes

Every athlete is unique, and so are our solutions. We develop plans that fit seamlessly into your schedule and goals.

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“After years of suffering & not knowing why I am the way I am, Dr Saagar Patel gave me validation. I felt very comfortable and he was very empathetic and has shown great care towards my self. I cant thank him enough. He gave me reassurance and gave me a plan to stick to live my life again. I highly recommend Dr Saagar Patel thank you very much...”

Exceeding Expectations in Athletic Support

The Martel Difference

Our services go beyond the basics. At Martel Performance, we believe in delivering measurable results. Whether you’re looking to prevent injuries, recover faster, or simply elevate your overall performance, we have the expertise and tools to make it happen. From working with professional football clubs to advising world-class athletes, our track record speaks for itself.

Here’s how we help athletes and teams achieve their best:

  • Nutrition

Tailored to your specific performance needs, helping you stay energised, recover faster, and avoid injuries.

  • Sleep Optimisation

Sleep is the foundation of recovery. Our sleep management strategies ensure you’re rested and ready to perform.

  • Recovery Programs

From injury rehabilitation to travel fatigue management, we help you recover quickly and effectively.

Educational Posts

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Housing

How Housing Affects Young Players Financially

When we think about football academies, the focus is usually on potential - the next big talent, the rise through the ranks, the pathway to the Premier League. But for the teenagers inside these systems, life isn’t just about football. There’s education, welfare, and, surprisingly, tax.
Bed

Sleeping Better When the Temperature Drops

Well, the temperature’s changing, and it’s now a lot colder than it used to be. So how do we sleep well when the weather turns cold? The temptation is to turn up the heating and make the room as warm as possible. But once you get into bed, that often backfires, and you start to overheat.
Bedroom Lighting and Sleep

Bedroom Lighting and Sleep

Bedroom lighting often gets a lot of attention, but usually for the wrong reasons. Many people want bright, fancy lights to showcase their bedroom or make the space feel bigger. The popular choice these days is spotlights - often blue LED rather than soft white.
Women vs. Men Sleep Differences and Body Temperature in Professional Sport

Women vs. Men: Sleep Differences and Body Temperature in Professional Sport

In elite sport, every detail matters — recovery, nutrition, mindset, and sleep all play crucial roles in performance. Yet, one area that’s often overlooked, even at the highest level, is how a woman’s menstrual cycle influences sleep and body temperature.
Breaking the Taboo Around Male Fertility in Professional Sport

Breaking the Taboo Around Male Fertility in Professional Sport

In elite sport, athletes are constantly working to optimise every aspect of their performance – from nutrition and recovery to mindset and physical conditioning. But one area that often goes unspoken is male fertility.
Candy-Coated Consequences

Candy-Coated Consequences

There’s nothing wrong with treating yourself to the occasional sweet treat, but what happens when this infrequent reward becomes an unbreakable habit? What effect is it having on your performance, and how can we break this detrimental habit in order for you to be able to perform at full capacity?
Paye Tax Code

Paye Tax Code

Is your PAYE tax code correct and is sufficient tax being deducted from your salary?

This is often a source of confusion for footballers and an incorrect tax code leads to unexpected tax bills.
Sleep Trackers

Sleep Trackers: Helpful Tool or Hidden Stressor?

- Whether sleep trackers are helpful or harmful
- Why focusing only on activity can be misleading
- How over-reliance on tracking can cause anxiety
- The benefits of newer trackers for recovery
Your Sleep Season Broken Down

Game, Set, Nap: Your Sleep Season Starts Here

For most athletes, when they think of performance, they think of the field. But there is an often-neglected tool hiding in plain sight: sleep. Your sleep season provides the foundations for rebuilding, resetting and preparing your body to push even further tomorrow.
Understanding Sleep Why It Really Matters

Understanding Sleep: Does It Really Matter?

- Why understanding the value of sleep helps you stick to it
- How little time athletes actually spend competing vs recovering
- Why sleep is one of the biggest untapped performance tools
- A breakdown of where your real gains happen during the season
What Happens When It All Goes Wrong with Your Sleep

What Happens When It All Goes Wrong with Your Sleep?

- What happens when your sleep goes off track
- Common reasons sleep gets disrupted
- Why it matters when sleep quality drops
- How to get your sleep routine back on track
Martel Craving Calories

Craving Calories After Dark

We’ve all been there – it’s 9pm and we are feeling peckish after dinner. So, we head downstairs to grab a little snack, whether it be leftovers, a bag of crisps, or a sweet treat. But how does this affect our performance as athletes, and how can we manage our eating schedule to prevent spontaneous snacking after dark?
Martel Gut Microbiome

Gut Microbiome: The Performance Edge

Your gut does more than just digest food—it plays a powerful role in your performance, recovery, and overall health. In this article, we break down what the gut microbiome is, how to keep it in good shape, and why that matters for athletes like you.
Screens Vs. Sleep

Screens vs. Sleep: What You Need to Know

- Common questions about using electronics in the bedroom
- Why electronic devices can disrupt sleep quality
- The psychological attachment many people have to their devices
- The importance of creating a tech-free sleep environment
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The Power of Nutrient Timing for Elite Athletes

For elite athletes, nutrient timing is a critical component of performance and recovery. This piece outlines the physiological and performance-based reasons why eating at the right times matters. Properly timed meals enhance energy availability.
Bedroom Lighting

Better Sleep for Athletes Starts with Better Lighting

Low level lighting to calm the room at night to aid ‘switching off’​. Try red or orange side lighting rather than bright white bedside lights​. Use a dim light if night lighting is needed to avoid awakening.​ ​Avoid bathroom lighting where possible​ – Use low level lighting if possible in time before bed​
Martel Sleep Impact

Men vs. Women: The Sleep Impact of the Female Hormone Cycle

- The differences between male and female sleep patterns
- How the female hormone cycle affects sleep throughout the month
- The impact of temperature changes linked to hormonal shifts
- Practical tips to adjust your sleep environment and routine accordingly
Dairy Free

Why Elite Athletes Are Going Dairy-Free: Performance-Boosting Benefits

Elite athletes are increasingly turning to dairy-free diets to gain a competitive edge. This article explores how removing dairy may reduce inflammation, improve digestion, and enhance recovery—key factors in high performance. With insights from science and sport, it highlights why dairy-free living could be a smart move for those aiming to train harder, recover faster, and perform at their peak.
nap

Are Evening Naps Beneficial?

You are allowed to nap but ensure it is done properly​. Don’t nap for longer 30 minutes​. Avoid naps later in the day​. A Good way to increase total sleep time if used properly​
Finance

Struggling To Sleep Without Financial Clarity?

Due to the competitive nature of professional sports, those at the elite level are seeking ways to improve their performance and often forego their mental wellbeing in pursuit of winning.

We provide straightforward, discreet and a diligent service so that finance and money can be managed efficiently, leaving more time to focus on mental health and achieve greater heights.
Breakfast

Don’t Skip Breakfast

Breakfast plays a vital role in the performance and well-being of elite athletes. As the first opportunity to refuel after overnight fasting, a healthy breakfast enhances energy levels, supports muscle recovery, stabilizes blood sugar, and improves cognitive function. It also contributes to a healthy metabolism, body composition, and immune system. Skipping this critical meal can impair both physical and mental performance, making breakfast an essential component of an elite athlete's daily routine.
Improving sleep

Improving Sleep for Female Footballers During the Menstrual Cycle

Sleep is crucial for athletic performance, recovery, and health. Female footballers face unique challenges due to menstrual cycle changes and varying match schedules, which affect sleep patterns. This article explores strategies to optimise sleep across different menstrual phases while adapting to match timings for improved performance and well-being.
Importance of Turmeric

Importance of Turmeric

Turmeric, a yellow spice from the Curcuma longa plant, is valued for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Its active ingredient, curcumin, provides key health benefits. Widely used in traditional medicine, turmeric supports athletes by enhancing performance and recovery, making it a powerful natural aid in sports and fitness.
Electronics

Electronics, How Do They Affect Sleep Performance?

Minimise time spent in the bedroom when not sleeping. Avoid screens at least 30 minutes before bedtime, as they can delay sleep onset. Charge your phone outside the bedroom and refrain from using it as an alarm clock. Limit TV distractions—record shows to watch later rather than viewing them live.
Hydration

Importance Of Hydration

Hydration is essential for elite athletes as it supports nearly all bodily functions, helps maintain energy, boosts physical and mental performance, and aids recovery. Despite its critical role, it is often underestimated or overlooked.
Bedroom Management

Bedroom Management

Maintain a cool bedroom for better sleep regulation. Keep the room quiet and free from distractions, such as technology. Avoid eating or drinking in bed. Use a dimly lit alarm clock instead of a phone to minimise disruptions.