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Football Fitness Federation Podcast

Ben Cartwright
Sports Science
Strength and Conditioning
Football
Women's Football
Nutrition
Performance Coaching
Injury Prevention
Player Development
Rehabilitation
Athletic Performance
Networking
Sports Performance
Performance Training
Communication Skills
Strength Conditioning
Growth and Maturation
Fixture Congestion
Athletic Development
Premier League
Football Coaching

Podcast by Ben Cartwright

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes398Founded8 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Episode 391 of the Football Fitness Federation podcast is with the Coordinator of Individual Performance at Club Brugge Carl Vandenbussche We discussed: ▫️Understanding total Load ▫️Daily Load Cycles ▫️Circadian Readiness ▫️His role within the Perfor... more

Episode 390 of the Football Fitness Federation Podcast is with Lecturer in Strength & Conditioning Sam Barraclough We discussed: ▫️EPPP Benchmark testing ▫️Lessons from 10 years of Academy support ▫️Higher Education ▫️Multidisciplinary Profiling & mu... more

Episode 389 of the Football Fitness Federation Podcast is with 1st Team Sport Scientist at Sparta Prague Nikolaos Asimakidis We discussed: ▫️Fitness Testing in Football ▫️What Metrics to use ▫️Interpreting Data ▫️Trends & Innovations & much more! You... more

This Bonus episode of the Football Fitness Federation Podcast is with the Senior Sport Scientist at STATSports Simon Whitehead In this episode we preview the upcoming 2026 Football Fitness Conference The Conference is on Tuesday 5th & Wednesday 6th M... more

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Sam Barraclough
Lecturer in strength and conditioning, former academy sports scientist
University-based/Leeds Beckett University and Leeds United involvement
Episode: #390 "People & Processes" with Sam Barraclough
Niko Asimakidis
First-team sports scientist at Sparta Prague
Sparta Prague
Episode: #389 "Fitness Testing in Football" with Nikolaos Asimakidis
Sy Whitehead
Representative from Statsports
Statsports
Episode: BONUS "2026 Conference Preview" with Simon Whitehead
Ben Dixon
Head of Strength and Conditioning and Rehabilitation at Millwall Football Club
Millwall Football Club
Episode: #388 "The Rehab Integration Process" with Ben Dixon
John Phillips
Performance and Science leader; Head of Performance and Science at PFC Ludo Goretz (Bulgia)
PFC Ludo Goretz (Bulgarian club)
Episode: #386 "Driving Higher Performance Standards" with John Phillips
Elliot Sterling
Private Performance Coach
Episode: #385 "Plugging the Gaps" with Elliot Sterling
Patrick Orme
Head of Performance at Swansea City
Swansea City
Episode: #384 "The Good, The Bad & The Ugly of Sport Science" with Patrick Orme
Ben Voyce
Man United Women's First Team Strength and Conditioning Coach
Manchester United Women
Episode: #383 "Preparing Players for Chaos" with Ben Voyce
Darren Burgess
Director of Performance at Juventus
Juventus
Episode: #382 "Darren Burgess on Coaching, Recruitment & Culture at Juventus" with Darren Burgess

Host

Ben Cartwright
Host of the Football Fitness Federation Podcast

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 262 ratings
  • Got me started I my first year as a Sport Scientist

    This podcast was all I listened to for my first year as a sport scientist and literally made me hit the ground running. It is a must to keep your juices flowing. The quality of guests and questions will inspire you to look critically or from a new angle after almost every single episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Toom Willems
    Netherlands2 years ago
  • DJ Stieber PT, CSCS

    One of the most informative podcasts out there and a can’t miss in my weekly rotation. Has greatly enhanced my practice working as a physio/S&C for young soccer players and other athletes as well. 10/10 recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dpt.coach.djstieber
    United States3 years ago
  • Valuable resource!

    Provides a good insight for anyone who are in the field already or is just interested in how the football in general and football fitness specifically could be improved 👍🏻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Annika_59
    Sweden3 years ago
  • Top Podcast

    One of the top podcasts in all of performance! Gaining an insight into the work of practitioners around the world has aided me massively.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Owen M M
    United States3 years ago
  • Essential listening

    This podcast should be at the forefront of anyone’s mind who works in S&C or performance sport. Lots of incredible experiences to draw upon with some really good insights to take away and help practitioners develop and learn.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DBHZs
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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The host asks thoughtful questions that translate research into field-ready tips.
The show is a top resource for sport scientists and S&C coaches looking to broaden their knowledge.
Consistently high-quality guests and actionable takeaways for CPD and practice.
Listeners praise the depth and practicality of insights from practitioners around the world.

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#390 "People & Processes" with Sam Barraclough
Q: What advice do you have for students and young coaches about gaining experience and building networks?
Seek internships and placements to gain hands-on experience, use the network to find opportunities, and understand that practical application and soft skills are as important as theoretical knowledge in making an impact.
#390 "People & Processes" with Sam Barraclough
Q: How did you balance data with coach judgment when presenting information to staff?
Present the key messages clearly, educate coaches on the purpose of testing, and use data in conjunction with subjective analysis to inform decisions rather than replace human judgment; the MDT discussions benefited from combining signs, samples, and coach opinions.
#390 "People & Processes" with Sam Barraclough
Q: How did the benchmarking and standardization of testing evolve over the years you were at Leeds and in the Premier League project?
The benchmark testing was a collaborative, heads-of-sports-science-led effort that defined protocols like counter-movement jumps, sprint tests, and Yo-Yo endurance; over time force plates and broader data collection expanded, while maintaining a standard framework across clubs.
#390 "People & Processes" with Sam Barraclough
Q: What are some key takeaways from the experiences within Academies that lead to quality work across clubs?
The main takeaway is that people and processes matter more than anything; stable, experienced staff in the right roles, combined with consistent processes, create the best environments for player development.
#388 "The Rehab Integration Process" with Ben Dixon
Q: What are the biggest challenges when reintegrating players, especially towards the end of a season?
Navigating conflicting pressures from coaches, agents, and clubs while protecting the player's long-term health; using robust decision frameworks and considering context like match importance and season phase is essential.

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What is Football Fitness Federation Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on football performance, strength and conditioning, sport science, and rehabilitation within elite and professional environments. Conversations span talent development, testing and data usage, program design, load management, private coaching, and leadership culture in high-performance teams. Guests are practitioners from clubs, universities, and sport-tech companies, sharing practical insights, real-world challenges, and actionable strategies for improving player development, injury prevention, and on-pitch performance. Notable touches include cross-disciplinary approaches (e.g., rehab with ballet, cognitive loading, and data visualization) and a strong emphasis on culture, staff collaboration, and the practical realities... more

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1. Sam Barraclough
2. Niko Asimakidis
3. Sy Whitehead
4. Ben Dixon
5. John Phillips
6. Elliot Sterling
7. Patrick Orme
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