Education and early career

Mark graduated with a first-class honours in Sport and Exercise Sciences from the University of Limerick in 2018. Whilst studying Mark gained invaluable experience working with Sligo Rovers FC, UL GAA Sigerson team and Limerick FC. 

Mark began his career working with the Mayo Youths Kennedy Cup soccer team and also began working remotely with clients from all backgrounds through his online training and nutrition coaching business, Howley Health. During this time, Mark also studied with Mac Nutrition Uni to become a certified nutritionist.

In 2020, Mark rejoined Sligo Rovers FC as First-Team Strength & Conditioning Coach, before eventually being promoted to Head of S&C and Nutrition for the 2021 season. During his time at Sligo Rovers Mark gained extensive experience in a full-time professional environment with a club competitive in the League of Ireland Premier Division, as well as the Europa Conference League. His role as Head of S&C and Nutrition involved designing and implementing both gym- and field-based strength and conditioning sessions for the senior squad, as well as developing nutritional strategies to help enhance athletic performance and recovery. 

Contact

To get in contact with Mark directly, please feel free to email markh@mdperformancetherapy.com.