Advantage Net Strength

Advantage Net Strength

By Leanne Watson-CharlesHealth & Fitness
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Advantage Net Strength episodes

  • Episode 218 - How to Start and Finish Your Season Strong

    Heading into a new season? This episode is packed with advice to help you start strong, stay consistent and finish even stronger. From setting clear goals to being coachable, fighting for your bib, supporting your squad and managing your body throughout the season, I’ll walk you through everything you need to know to have your best year yet on court.

    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

    20 min
  • Episode 217- Net Strength Q&A - Captain vs Coach

    In this episode of Net Strength Q&A:

    - Captain vs Coach decisions on game day

    - Tips on getting out for the centre pass

    - Warm up routine for game day

    - Is strapping ankles a good idea during games, after a fracture?

    - Post holiday reset


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


    36 min
  • Episode 216 - Your Questions Answered

    As part of my Net Strength programme, I do a weekly Q&A where clients can ask me any questions to help them on their coaching journey. So I thought I would open this out to all my lovely followers on Instagram and answer their questions.


    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 215- Net Strength Q&A - Collagen for Netballers?

    In this episode of Net Strength Q&A:


    - Oestrogen and Cholesterol, what's the link?

    - Supplements - NMN/NAD and collagen - are they worth the hype?

    - How to cool down

    - How to quiet the Gremlins in your head

    - How to add another position to your skillset


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


    55 min
  • Episode 214 - My Pre-Season Journey

    After the heartbreak of play-offs and a tough, overwhelming few months, I knew something had to change. In this episode, I’m sharing an honest look at my own pre-season journey. The struggles, the small steps I took to turn things around and how those changes have already made a huge difference to my fitness, recovery and mindset.


    From setting a realistic bedtime, to tackling my running block, to signing up for Hyrox and creating accountability, I’ll walk you through the exact strategies I used to rebuild my energy and get excited for the new season. Nothing drastic, just simple, consistent changes that anyone can apply to their own life and training.


    If you’ve been feeling stuck, tired, or unsure where to start, this episode will give you practical tools and reassurance that small steps really do add up.

    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

    33 min
  • Episode 213 - Net Strength Q&A - How to Structure Workouts When the Season Starts

    In this episode of Net Strength Q&A:

    - Types of protein-whey vs casein

    - What is best in a pre season friendly: working on lots of combinations or letting the team settle?

    - Rest periods between reps - can you skip them/shorten them? What are their benefits?

    - Should I be lifting heavier?

    - How to structure your workouts during the season

    - What to do if no one will take the captain role?

    - How can you manage fairness of court time?

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


    57 min
  • Episode 212 - Beyond the Court: The Mental Game of Netball

    Netball isn’t just physical, it’s mental. Confidence, resilience and handling pressure are what separate good players from great ones.


    In this episode, I dive into the mental side of the game: how your mindset impacts performance, the traps that hold netballers back and practical strategies you can use to build mental toughness.

    You’ll learn:

    • How to reset quickly after mistakes

    • Confidence-boosting habits you can use off the court

    • The best drills to train your brain for pressure situations

    • Why self-talk and visualisation are game-changers

    If you’ve ever left a match replaying every mistake in your head or felt your confidence vanish under pressure—this one’s for you.

    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

    22 min
  • Episode 211 - Net Strength Q&A - Are You Your Own Mean Girl on Court?

    In this episode of Net Strength Q&A:

    - How effective is the windmill technique?

    - Probiotics for travelling

    - Order of exercises in a programme

    - Gym etiquette and wiping down equipment

    - My thoughts on selection of injured players to England

    - Where to take measurements

    - How to stay in front as a defender and receive intercepts

    - Hormones and influencers

    - Are you a Mean Girl to yourself on court?

    - How to look after your tattoos!

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


    48 min
  • Episode 210 - What Makes a Good Netball Captain?

    Being a netball captain is about so much more than wearing the 'tag'. In this episode, I break down the qualities that truly make a great leader on and off the court. From having the courage to make tough calls for the good of the team, to walking the walk when it comes to fitness and effort. I’ll talk about earning respect, giving every player a voice, protecting team culture and knowing when to step in as a leader instead of a friend. Whether you’re already a captain or thinking about stepping into the role, this episode will give you the tools to lead with confidence, clarity and impact.

    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



    32 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.