Advantage Net Strength

Advantage Net Strength

By Leanne Watson-CharlesHealth & Fitness
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Advantage Net Strength episodes

  • Episode 228 - How to Fuel for Netball

    Ever turned up to a match feeling flat, heavy, or running out of steam by the third quarter? Chances are it’s not your fitness, it’s your fuelling.

    In this episode, I break down exactly how to eat and drink to perform your best on court. We’ll cover what to eat before, during and after a match How to structure your nutrition through the week and simple examples you can actually follow.


    If you want to play stronger, sharper, and last longer on court then this episode is your game-changer.


    Hope you enjoy this episode

    Follow me on Instagram - www.instagram.com/coachedbyleanne and message me any questions about health, mindset or netball!


    For Net Strength, please go to www.coachedbyleanne.co.uk/net-strength

    47 min
  • Episode 227 - Net Strength Q&A - Netball in the Olympics?

    In this episode of Net Strength Q&A:

    - How to deal with being a "weaker" player

    - How to manage "mean" teams

    - How to get netball in the Olympics

    - How to support PCOS (and other hormonal diagnoses) through diet


    For more about Net Strength please go to www.coachedbyleanne.co.uk or find me on Instagram www.instagram.com/coachedbyleanne

    1 hr 8 min
  • Episode 226 - Doing Hard Things

    7 years ago, I crossed the finish line of my first ultramarathon. 60 kilometres, over 8 hours of running, and absolutely no idea if I’d even make it to the end.


    In this episode, I share the story behind that race, from early morning solo training runs, to being “dumped” by my training partners, to the emotional and physical battle of making it to the finish line.


    But this isn’t just about running. It’s about doing hard things, the kind of challenges you take on purely for yourself.

    We all face moments in life where we doubt what we’re capable of, but it’s in those moments of discomfort and uncertainty that we grow the most. When you do something hard, you prove to yourself that you can handle difficult things and that belief spills into every other part of your life.

    So, what’s your ultramarathon?
    What’s the hard thing you want to do purely for you?

    Tune in for a raw and honest conversation about self-belief, resilience and how pushing beyond your comfort zone builds confidence and opportunity in every area of life.


    Hope you enjoy this episode

    Follow me on Instagram - www.instagram.com/coachedbyleanne and message me any questions about health, mindset or netball!


    For Net Strength, please go to www.coachedbyleanne.co.uk/net-strength

    21 min
  • Episode 225- Net Strength Q&A - All About The Defence

    In this episode of Net Strength Q&A:

    - Positioning as a defender, especially against a fast opponent

    - When is it time to move clubs?

    - How to politely decline advice

    - Is taking Glucosamine Sulphate & Vitamin C supplements worth it?

    - Protein shake recommendation

    - How to time your jumps and flys

    - How to put off a tall shooter when shooting

    - Communication on court

    For more about Net Strength please go to www.coachedbyleanne.co.uk or find me on Instagram

    43 min
  • Episode 224 - The Poison is in the Dose

    There’s a lot of noise right now about ultra-processed foods (UPFs). From dramatic TikToks to scaremongering headlines, it can feel like every packet of bread or protein bar is out to ruin your health. But here’s the truth: the poison is in the dose.

    In this episode, I break down what UPFs actually are, why cutting them all out isn’t realistic (or necessary) and how they can even support your netball performance. Think sports drinks, gels, cereal bars and protein powders. The exact things that can help you recover faster and fuel better on court.

    Instead of stressing about whether something is “processed,” let’s zoom out and focus on what really matters: eating enough protein, fuelling your body for training and enjoying food without guilt.

    Hope you enjoy this episode

    Follow me on Instagram - www.instagram.com/coachedbyleanne and message me any questions about health, mindset or netball!


    For Net Strength, please go to www.coachedbyleanne.co.uk/net-strength

    36 min
  • Episode 223- Net Strength Q&A - Managing Club Dynamics

    In this episode of Net Strength Q&A:


    - How to improve your club coaching, without offending the coach!

    - How to give team feedback when you're not the captain

    - How to fit in workouts around netball training and matches

    - How to match a GS speed in the circle

    - How to manage players on your team


    For more about Net Strength please go to www.coachedbyleanne.co.uk or find me on Instagram


    50 min
  • Episode 222 - Success and What it Really Looks Like

    What does success actually look like to you?

    In this episode, I dive into why so many of us put pressure on ourselves to follow a plan perfectly and then feel like we’ve failed when life gets in the way. I share a story from one of my clients who achieved something incredible on court after injury, but still walked away feeling like she’d had no impact. Sound familiar?

    We’ll explore why our brains work this way, how the Reticular Activating System (RAS) filters what we notice and how gratitude journalling can re-train your mind to focus on your wins instead of your “failures.”

    Success isn’t about perfection. It’s about defining what it means to you, and allowing yourself to celebrate the progress you’re making along the way.


    Hope you enjoy this episode

    Follow me on Instagram - www.instagram.com/coachedbyleanne and message me any questions about health, mindset or netball!


    For Net Strength, please go to www.coachedbyleanne.co.uk/net-strength

    11 min
  • Episode 220 - The Power of Self-Talk for Netballers

    Your thoughts can make or break your game. In this episode, I’m diving into the power of self-talk and how the voice in your head directly impacts your performance on court.


    We’ll explore why your beliefs matter more than any training plan or nutrition programme and I’ll share simple, practical strategies you can use in the moment, whether it’s after a missed shot, a turnover or when you feel like you can’t keep up to reset and refocus.


    If you’ve ever found yourself spiralling with negative self-talk during a match, this one is for you. By the end, you’ll have tools to flip those thoughts, hold strong body language, and bring your focus back to the game so you can perform with confidence.


    Hope you enjoy this episode

    Follow me on Instagram - www.instagram.com/coachedbyleanne and message me any questions about health, mindset or netball!


    For Net Strength, please go to www.coachedbyleanne.co.uk/net-strength

    17 min

About Advantage Net Strength

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Welcome to Advantage Net Strength, the podcast for netballers who want to get stronger, fitter, faster and harder to play against.