Strength and Conditioning Coach Robbie Wilde presents on the subject of long term athletic development and the science of strength training for youth athletes, including the youth training model we have developed at GoPerform. This presentation was recorded at our recent Youth Athlete Seminar which is also available to watch via our Youtube Channel…

🎙️ “ACL Injuries in Female Youth Players” – with Miss Morgan Bailey 🗣️ Hosted by Carolyn Kent and student co-host Lotte Black 🔹 Episode Summary: In this episode of Women's Football Hub, we’re joined by Miss Morgan Bailey – a consultant trauma and orthopaedic surgeon and chair of the Women’s ACL Orthopaedic Steering Group. Together with co-host and …

🎙️ Episode Title: Intuition with Melissa Dhillon Hosted by Dr Ian Cookson Guest: Melissa Dhillon, Chartered Sport and Exercise Scientist & MSc in Sport and Exercise Psychology Listen now at www.womensfootballhub.com or on your favourite podcast app 🔑 Episode Summary: In this episode, Dr Ian Cookson sits down with Melissa Dhillon to explore the powe…

🎙️ “Rebuilding Stronger: ACL Recovery & Resilience in Young Female Athletes” – with Elliot Greenberg & Dr. Ted Ganley 🗣️ Hosted by Carolyn Kent, co-hosted by Lindsey Cornish 🔹 Episode Summary: In this episode of Women's Football Hub, host Carolyn Kent and co-host Lindsey Cornish are joined by two world-class experts from the Children’s Hospital of …

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Sam McHaffie, performance nutritionist at Manchester City Women and recent PhD graduate from Liverpool John Moores University. We unpack the findings from his four-part PhD exploring nutrition and energy availability in elite female footballers—from carbohydrate fear and body image concerns to under-fuelling and…

🎙️ Podcast Title: "Inside the Referee Mindset: Psychology, Pressure & Performance with PGMOL’s Kayleigh Dougan & Sue Jones" 👥 Guests: Kayleigh Dougan – Performance Psychologist, PGMOL Dr. Sue Jones – Performance Psychologist, PGMOL 🎧 Episode Summary: In this episode, Dr. Ian Cookson sits down with Kayleigh Dougan and Dr. Sue Jones to explore the un…

In the second part of their pregnancy series, local athlete and PE teacher Sophie Mures discusses with Sarah Holmes (specialist female health physio) her experiences of returning to physical activity and exercise after the birth of her daughter. The discussion referenced Returning to running postnatal guidelines and the Squeezy App. Links below: Re…

🎙️ Podcast Title: "Spotlight on REDs: Female Football, Menstrual Health & Multidisciplinary Support with Velvet Klass" 👤 Guest: Velvet Klass – PhD Candidate at Flinders University, researching REDs and multidisciplinary support in elite women’s football. 🎧 Episode Summary: In this episode, host Carolyn Kent chats with researcher and former athlete …

🎙️ Women's Football Hub Podcast – Sports Psychology Series: Transitions & Critical Moments 🎧 Hosted by: Dr. Ian Cookson 🎤 Guest: Louis Ross (Sports Psychologist | Loughborough DICE Program | Formerly with Bristol City Women) Episode Overview In this episode of the Women's Football Hub Podcast, Dr. Ian Cookson sits down with Louis Ross, a sports psy…

🎙️ The Role of Sports Pharmacy in Women's Football Guests: Emily Shears & Dr. Jessica Beal-Stahl Host: Carolyn Kent Episode Overview: Pharmacy might not be the first thing you think of in sport, but medications, supplements, and chronic disease management all play a crucial role in performance. In this episode, sports pharmacists Emily Shears and D…

Recovery & Return to Sport with Hannah Poulton 🎙️ Host: Carolyn Kent 🎙️ Guest: Hannah Poulton, Director of HLP Therapy, Women's Health Specialist, and PhD Researcher on C-Section Scarring Episode Overview In this episode of Women's Football Hub, host Carolyn Kent is joined by physiotherapist and women's health specialist Hannah Poulton to explore t…

In this episode of The Women’s Football Hub, host Sarah Thorne sits down with the brilliant Michelle Lyons, physiotherapist, educator, and global women’s health advocate. Together, they dive into one of the most important—and often overlooked—aspects of female athlete wellbeing: pelvic health and hormonal changes across the lifespan. From menstrual…

Alex Voakes ambitiously signed himself up for his first marathon in New York, 15 years ago on a whim. Since then he has fallen in love with the marathon and ultra marathon distances. Prior to running his first 100 mile Centurion Race last week, he sat down with Tristan Baker to discuss all he has learned in the subsequent years as he approaches com…

Sports Psychology Series – The Psychological Return to Football After Injury 🎙 Guest: Dr. Serena MacLeod (Chartered Sport and Exercise Psychologist) 🎙 Host: Dr. Ian Cookson Episode Summary: In this episode, Dr. Ian Cookson sits down with Dr. Serena MacLeod to discuss the psychological challenges athletes face when recovering from serious injuries. …

🎙️ Women’s Football Hub Podcast – Exploring ACL Injury Research with Erin Griffiths Episode Overview In this episode, Carolyn Kent welcomes a special co-host, Emily Howarth, an MSc Physiotherapy student, for her first podcast appearance! Together, they interview Erin Griffiths, a PhD researcher working with Manchester United on ACL injury risk fact…

Show Notes – Women’s Football Hub Podcast Episode: The History & Future of Women’s Football with Clare McEwen 🎙️ Host: Carolyn Kent 🎙️ Guest: Clare McEwen – Freelance Sports Writer, Author of She Can Kick It, and Health Researcher at Oxford University Episode Overview In this episode, Carolyn Kent welcomes Clare McEwen, author of She Can Kick It, a…

The Problem with Women’s Football Boots: Beyond ‘Pink It and Shrink It’ 🎙 Guest: Dr. Amanda Jagielo 🎤 Host: Carolyn Kent Episode Summary In this episode of the Women’s Football Hub podcast, host Carolyn Kent sits down with Dr. Amanda Jagielo, a sports medicine expert and researcher specialising in sports footwear. Dr. Jagielo shares groundbreaking …

Sports Science students Amelia and Chelsea are half way through their placement year at GoPerform. In this conversation with placement mentor Jonny they reflect on their experiences so far, the benefits of working across a broad population and finding their feet with coaching and working independently as part of a busy multi-disciplinary team. This…

Episode Description / Show Notes: In this special episode of Women's Football Hub, host Carolyn Kent welcomes back Mark McGuigan, a mental health occupational therapist and founder of Willow Grove Consulting, after our launch of the Mental Health and Recovery Toolkit — a free resource designed for athletes at every level. Together, they explore the…

Episode Summary: In this focused session, Occupational Therapist Mark McGuigan offers a grounding reflection to help players recognise and interrupt negative thoughts. Whether it’s self-doubt, overthinking, or inner criticism, this tool guides you to pause, shift perspective, and take back control of your mindset. What You’ll Learn: ✅ Why negative …

Episode Summary: Feeling tense? Need to switch off after a match or long day? This calming session, led by Occupational Therapist Mark McGuigan, guides you through a full-body Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) to help release stress and support recovery. It’s perfect for use before bed, during injury rehab, or any time your body feels tight and y…

Episode Summary: Emotions are part of football — but sometimes they can feel overwhelming or out of control. In this episode, Occupational Therapist Mark McGuigan offers a calming and reflective tool to help you make space for difficult emotions without letting them take over. Designed for players and coaches alike, this short session helps you und…

Episode Summary: In this short, reflective episode, Occupational Therapist Mark McGuigan offers a powerful mindset reset for players who are struggling after a poor performance. Whether you’ve had a tough match, made a mistake, or are feeling overwhelmed by expectations, this tool helps you let go, learn, and move forward with self-compassion and c…

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…

Episode Title: Concussion Rehabilitation with Dr. Julia Treleaven 🎙 Host: Carolyn Kent 🎙 Guest: Dr. Julia Treleaven, Associate Professor at the University of Queensland and Fellow of the Australian College of Physiotherapists 🔹 Episode Overview: In this episode of the Women's Football Hub podcast, host Carolyn Kent speaks with Dr. Julia Treleaven, …

🎙️ WFH Podcast: Perfectionism in Football with Dr Tracy Donachie 📢 Episode Summary In this episode of the Women's Football Hub podcast, host Dr Ian Cookson speaks with Dr Tracy Donachie from Newcastle University about perfectionism and overthinking in football. As a former footballer and sport psychologist, Dr Donachie shares insights into how perf…

In the first of a two part special P.E Teacher Sophie Mures and Physiotherapist Sarah Holmes discuss their experiences of pre-natal activity and exercise. Their conversation includes: The benefits of physical activity when pregnant Being aware of when you should stop participating in physical activity Being kind to yourself and your changing body a…

Women's Football Hub Podcast – MSK Physiotherapy Series 🎙 Episode Title: Emerging PhD Research on Hamstring Injury & Function 👩‍⚕️ Guest: Emma Sconce, Researcher & Former Footballer 🎧 Host: Carolyn Kent Episode Summary In this episode, Carolyn Kent sits down with Emma Sconce, a former footballer turned researcher, who has just completed her PhD at …

🎙️ WFH Podcast: Youth Injuries in Women’s Football with Angela JacksonEpisode Overview In this episode of Women’s Football Hub Podcast, host Carolyn Kent sits down with Angela Jackson, a consultant physiotherapist and strength & conditioning expert, to dive into one of the most crucial topics in youth football—injuries in young female players. From…

Women's Football Hub Podcast – Heading, Concussion & Brain Health in Football with Dr. Kerry Peek 🎙️ Host: Carolyn Kent 🎙️ Guest: Dr. Kerry Peek – FIFA Medical Researcher in Brain Health, Associate Professor at the University of Sydney, Former Council Chair at Sports Medicine Australia Episode Overview In this episode of the Women’s Football Hub Po…

Women's Football Hub Podcast – Breast Health & Performance with Prof. Deirdre McGhee 🎙️ Host: Carolyn Kent 🎙️ Guest: Professor Deirdre McGhee – Sports Physiotherapist, Researcher, and Educator at the University of Wollongong Episode Overview In this episode, Carolyn Kent speaks with Professor Deirdre McGhee, a leading expert in breast biomechanics …

Women's Football Hub Podcast – Episode with Ivi Casagrande 🎙 Host: Carolyn Kent 🎙 Guest: Ivi Casagrande – Performance Coach, Former Brazil Women’s National Team and Orlando Pride Coach, FIFA & UEFA Technical Expert Episode Overview In this episode of Women's Football Hub, Carolyn Kent sits down with Ivi Casagrande, a performance coach with an impre…

Cheer is one of the fastest growing sports in the UK, combining gymnastics with dance and acrobatics. Meg Maynard is a coach at Crimson Heat Tigers and has been immersed in the sport for the past 16 years as both an athlete and coach. In addition to her coaching qualifications she has a degree in sport conditioning, rehabilitation and massage and i…

Women's Football Hub Podcast Episode Title: Understanding Menopause in Female Athletes with Dr. Nicky Keay Episode Summary: In this episode of Women's Football Hub, host Carolyn Kent speaks with Dr. Nicky Keay, a leading expert in female athlete health, honorary clinical lecturer at University College London, and author of Hormones, Health and Huma…

Episode Summary: Host Carolyn Kent speaks with Siobhan O’Donovan, physiotherapist and founder of Posture Fitting, about the vital role of breast health and posture in women’s performance. Siobhan, known as "The Boobie Physio," shares practical insights on managing breast weight, finding the right bra, and building internal support through posture a…

Episode Summary: In this episode of Women's Football Hub, Carolyn Kent sits down with Hannah Antony, a senior physiotherapist from Alberta, Canada, and a medical content specialist. Hannah shares her personal journey through ACL injury and reconstruction, providing unique insights from both a patient's and a physiotherapist's perspective. Topics co…

Steve is 59 years old and has been a wonderful member of the GoPerform training community for the last 3.5 years. He has a physically active job which also involves management of a team. In this episode with Tristan he discusses the journey he has been on with his health in the past 3-4 years and how his perspective has changed from "living to 100"…

Episode Title: Unlocking Youth Potential: Athletic Development with Rob Anderson Episode Summary: In this episode of the Women's Football Hub podcast, Carolyn Kent is joined by Rob Anderson, BSc in Strength and Conditioning and MSc in Applied Sport and Exercise Physiology from St Mary's University. Rob was the 2024 UK Strength and Conditioning Asso…

Emotional Regulation in Women's Football with Sarah Knapp In this episode of Women's Football Hub, Dr. Ian Cookson interviews Sarah Knapp from Northampton Town Women's Football Club. They discuss Sarah's unique journey into sport and exercise psychology, and focus on the topic of emotional regulation. Sarah shares insights from her experience worki…

Mistakes not to make with nutrition with Aimee Ellen O'KeefeGuest Introduction Aimee Ellen O'Keefe is a performance nutritionist with an impressive background in sports nutrition. She has worked with: Manchester United Women's Football Team (First full-time nutritionist in WSL in 2021) England Rugby Red Roses Williams Racing (Performance Nutrition …

In this episode sports therapist and nutrition coach Heidi Zymela-Sandy sat down with Tristan Baker to discuss everything we need to know about nutrition as we head into a New Year, the key themes they discussed were: The principles of energy requirement Setting goals in January - what to do and what to avoid How best to fuel your exercise with foo…

Integrating Pelvic Health in Professional Football with Emma BrockwellGuest Profile Emma Brockwell is a pelvic health physiotherapist who has worked with top football clubs including Arsenal, Chelsea, and Southampton. She is: Co-author of the Return to Running Postpartum Guidelines (2019) Co-host of the podcast "At Your Cervix" Part of the FIFA Fem…

Coaching Youth and Blind Football with Lola Arribas RodriguezEpisode Overview In this episode of Women's Football Hub, host Carolyn Kent sits down with Lola Arribas Rodriguez, a technical support trainer at the Football Association (FA) in England and a passionate coach working with youth and visually impaired athletes. Guest Profile Name: Lola Arr…

Pregnancy, Breastfeeding, and Female AthletesGuest Information Guest: Suzanne Carney Expertise: Physiotherapist specializing in breast anatomy, postpartum care, and women's health Episode Overview In this episode, Carolyn Kent and Suzanne Carney dive deep into the complex world of breast anatomy, pregnancy, breastfeeding, and the challenges female …

Nutrition’s Impact on Injury Prevention in Women’s FootballGuest Profile: Phil Woodbridge Lecturer at Buckinghamshire New University Registered Sports Nutritionist PhD Researcher focusing on nutritional interventions for injury prevention in female football players Episode Overview In this insightful episode of Women’s Football Hub, host Carolyn Ke…

Host Sarah Thorne talks to Gráinne Donnelly the editor of the POGP about her PhD research on compression garments and their potential use for the management of pelvic floor issues. This podcast episode explores pelvic health in female athletes, with a specific focus on compression garments as a potential management tool for pelvic floor dysfunction…

Sports Science Series: Esther Goldsmith - The Menstrual Cycle In this episode, Dr. Megan Lowry interviews Esther Goldsmith, a sport and exercise physiologist who works for Sport Wales. Esther specialises in supporting female athletes and educating coaches on how to best support the unique needs of female athletes. Main Topics Discussed - Esther's b…

In this episode of Women's Football Hub, host Carolyn Kent interviews Mark McGuigan, an occupational therapist and mental health practitioner who works with athletes in the sports industry. Mark is the Director at Willow Grove Consultants and a Player Care Consultant at the Player Care Group. He has extensive experience working in mental health ser…

In this episode, host Carolyn Kent interviews Angela Kenneally, who is a sport and exercise medicine specialist Physiotherapist and the current lead physiotherapist for the Football Association of Ireland. Kenneally also specialises in pelvic health. Key Topics Discussed: - Kenneally's background and path to becoming the lead physiotherapist for th…

Meet the team series: Sarah Thorne on Types of Incontinence and Holistic Treatment In this episode, host Carolyn Kent sits down with chartered physiotherapist, sports rehabilitator, personal trainer, and pelvic health specialist Sarah Thorne. Sarah shares her extensive background in sports medicine and her passion for advocating for women's health,…