#036 Athletic development series - Myth busting the gym environment for female athletes with Sarah Payne

Podcast Title: Women's Football Hub

Episode Title: Strength Training Myths & Realities in Women's Football with Sarah Payne

🎙️ Episode Summary: In this episode of Women's Football Hub, host Carolyn Kent speaks with Sarah Payne, a strength and conditioning coach specialising in women's and girls' team sports. Sarah, founder of The Human First Method and a player for Stevenage FC, shares her journey back to the pitch after a long injury and discusses the crucial role of strength training in football.

💪 What You'll Learn in This Episode: ✅ Why strength training won’t make female footballers “bulky” or “slow” ✅ How strength training can actually improve speed, agility, and injury prevention ✅ Busting myths about strength training during the season and recovery strategies ✅ The importance of progressive overload and smart training for performance gains ✅ How young athletes can feel more confident in the gym

🔗 Resources & Connect with Sarah: 📌 Follow Sarah on Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn – @HumanFirstMethod 📌 Learn more about The Human First Method

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