In this episode of Women’s Football Hub, Carolyn Kent sits down with sports scientist Andrew Wiseman to discuss the physical preparation of female players. With years of experience in elite football – including the WSL, academies, and international environments – Andrew offers valuable insights into training load, injury risk, recovery, and the unique considerations for female athletes.
Topics include:
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How physical preparation has evolved in football
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Balancing training load with recovery
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Understanding individual athlete needs
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The role of sports science and collaboration with coaching staff
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Youth development and long-term athlete health
Whether you’re a coach, physio, sports scientist, or player, this episode will give you practical tools and food for thought to help improve performance and reduce injury risk in women’s football.
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