My name is Fran, Francesco Pignatti, and I’m a sports nutritionist specialised in physique sports. I graduated from the University of Westminster, London, in 2021 with a Master’s degree in Sport & Exercise Nutrition. 

I decided to work as a Sport Nutritionist later on in my career. I also hold two Master’s degrees in Business Administration from Manchester Business School and the University of West London. In my previous life, I worked for 12 years as a strategy and innovation manager for Canon EMEA in Stockley Park, Uxbridge, London, UK.

In November 2016, I left the corporate world to focus exclusively on my passions: health and fitness. I founded and registered my own company— IronManager Ltd. Today my team consists of 20 personal trainers and nutritionists. We operate primarily online, specialising in sport performance and body recomposition.

I have 20 years of experience in the fitness industry. In March 2018, thanks to my experience as a digital entrepreneur, I was invited to give a TED talk at TEDx Legnano (Italy) on the story and evolution of IronManager.

To date I’ve published over 300 evidence-based articles, 800 informational videos and 7 books. However, I’m not just an academic. As a physical culture enthusiast, I regularly put myself on the line by taking to the competitive field and walking the walk. I’ve participated in 18 natural bodybuilding competitions in the USA, the UK and Italy, showcasing my dedication to fitness and discipline. More recently, I’ve ventured into the world of endurance sports, completing my first sprint triathlon.