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Strain on the game

Strain on the game
Football
Premier League
Club World Cup
Pre-Season Training
Chelsea
Nutrition
Player Fitness
Injuries
Injury Recovery
Player Performance
Fitness In Football
Preseason Training
Football Injuries
Athlete Mentality
Managerial Impact
Manchester City
Paris Saint-Germain
Elite Football
Commercial Aspects
Performance Coaching

Strain on the Game takes you inside the physical and financial pressures of elite football. Hosted by former Premier League and England International Stephen Warnock and top fitness and performance coach Adrian Lamb, each episode dives into the realities behind the pitch, from injury recovery, fitness, nutrition, to the business of the modern game. Honest, insightful, and real.

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In this special “Meet the Presenters” episode of Strain on the Game, Adrian turns the mic on Stephen Warnock — to unpack the story behind the voice.

Stephen and Adrian kick off with a bit of life catch-up (Utah, Sydney, Kuala Lumpur), a few birthday... more

his week on Strain on the Game, Stephen Warnock and Adrian Lamby Lamb flip the script with a reflective episode — looking back on recent guests and the big themes that keep coming up behind the scenes of elite football.

From Paul Brand’s eye-opening... more

Ryan takes Stephen Warnock and Adrian Lamb inside the 2010 World Cup campaign with New Zealand, revealing the behind-the-scenes chaos that nearly derailed everything. From players forming a literal human conveyor belt for baggage in an airport transf... more

Ryan Nelsen’s football journey is anything but traditional — and that’s exactly why it’s so valuable.

In this episode of Strain on the Game, Stephen Warnock and Adrian Lamb sit down with the former New Zealand captain, Blackburn leader, and ex-Toron... more

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Recent Guests

Ryan Nelsen
Former Premier League center-back and World Cup captain for New Zealand
New Zealand Football
Episode: Ryan Nelsen: The Accidental Pro — From Stanford to the Premier League (and Beyond)
Paul Brand
Football Intelligence Lead at UEFA
UEFA
Episode: Inside UEFA: How Elite Football Analysis Shapes the Modern Game
Dr. Robin Thorpe
Expert in recovery for elite athletes, worked with Premier League teams, Olympic athletes, and various sports like basketball and boxing
Red Bull Group
Episode: Inside Premier League Recovery with Dr. Robin Thorpe
Steve Beharall
CEO of Newcastle United Foundation
Newcastle United Foundation
Episode: Football, Mental Health, and the Power of Community - with guest Steve Beharall, CEO of the Newcastle United Foundation
Jamil Qureshi
Performance psychologist and mindset expert
Episode: Ryder Cup Captains to Premier League Stars: The Psychology behind Elite Performance.
Dr. Dave Hancock
Experienced head physio and CEO of Apollo, previous roles include working with Leeds and Chelsea
Apollo
Episode: Could This Be the Answer to the Premier League’s Injury Epidemic — Costing Clubs Millions and Managers Their Jobs?
Dr. Chris Rosimus
Head of nutrition and performance for England's national teams
FA (Football Association)
Episode: Fuelling Football: The Nutrition Team Supporting England's National Teams
Dave Pyle
Lead performance chef for England's national teams
FA (Football Association)
Episode: Fuelling Football: The Nutrition Team Supporting England's National Teams
Dr. Steve McNally
Performance Support Director at PGMOL and former club doctor at Manchester United and Liverpool Academy
PGMOL
Episode: Rooney, Ronaldo & Referees: Inside Football Medicine with Dr Steve McNally

Hosts

Stephen Warnock
Former Premier League player and host bringing firsthand insights from a professional football career.
Adrian Lamb
Physical performance expert and co-host, providing professional insights into athlete fitness and health.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
  • always fun & exceptionally insightful

    admittedly, I’m biased, but I think this is among the very best sports podcasts I’ve listened to.

    of course, given the hosts, you’d expect it to be good, but the quality of the analysis is truly excellent. you’re always worried that a show like this will descend into dull bantering about the good ol’ days, but the density of insight here is amazing. two very thoughtful guys who have been at the top of their fields chatting about footy: what more could you ask for?

    no idea who this “Adrian Lam... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sharshe02
    United States2 months ago
  • always fun & exceptionally insightful

    admittedly, I’m biased, but I think this is among the very best sports podcasts I’ve listened to.

    of course, given the hosts, you’d expect it to be good, but the quality of the analysis is truly excellent. you’re always worried that a show like this will descend into dull bantering about the good ol’ days, but the density of insight here is amazing. two very thoughtful guys who have been at the top of their fields chatting about footy: what more could you ask for?

    it is so good that I am givi... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sharshe02
    United States2 months ago
  • Brilliant Nostalgia Trip for Football Fans!

    Loving Strain on the Game! Stephen Warnock takes you right back to late 2000’s football with brilliant behind-the-scenes stories. Proper insight, plenty of banter and loads of nostalgia. If you grew up watching football in that era, you’ll love it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Puyol2911
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Insightful

    Great listen, gives you a completely different perspective on football rather than just being on the fans side. Having the different perspectives from Adrian & Stephen really help to open your eyes into what really goes on

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PF89268
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Excellent insight

    I’m a football fan and love fitness so this podcast is both entertaining and extremely insightful! Looking forward to future episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joeforefc
    United Kingdom6 months ago

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The combination of personal anecdotes with professional insights makes for engaging content that resonates with both fans and industry professionals.
Listeners appreciate the depth of analysis and insights provided by the hosts, particularly regarding behind-the-scenes aspects of football.
Many find the discussions refreshing, focusing on the realities of the game rather than just fan-oriented commentary.

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Inside the Data: What a Premier League Performance Analyst Actually Does (with Paul Brand)
Q: How do you decide what's too much information to present to players?
Feedback from players is crucial to find the right balance and ensure that meetings and information shared are effective.
Inside the Data: What a Premier League Performance Analyst Actually Does (with Paul Brand)
Q: What is data in football? What do you bring?
Data includes various types, such as video analysis and contextualizing performance metrics to aid teams in winning matches.
Premier League Recovery with Dr Robin Thorpe: Part two
Q: How do you facilitate recovery from travel fatigue and jet lag for players?
Staying over after games rather than traveling immediately improves sleep quality and reduces fatigue.
Premier League Recovery with Dr Robin Thorpe: Part two
Q: Can you explain the importance of sleep and what role it plays in the recovery process?
Sleep provides the majority of recovery for physiological and muscular needs, as well as consolidating memory and learning, which is vital for performance.
Football, Mental Health, and the Power of Community - with guest Steve Beharall, CEO of the Newcastle United Foundation
Q: What have you found to be some of the greatest mental health challenges in the community in the North East?
Major challenges include the legacy of industrial work culture, high rates of unemployment, and issues like the cost of living crisis leading to abject poverty, which significantly affect mental health.

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What is Strain on the game about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast explores the intricate dynamics of elite football, featuring discussions that span the physical demands players face, the impact of nutrition and fitness on performance, and the financial pressures present in the sport. The hosts, knowledgeable from their backgrounds in professional football and fitness, bring listeners behind the scenes, offering unique perspectives on topics such as injury management, training methodologies, and the balance of mental and physical health in athletes. By addressing both the athletic and commercial aspects of the game, the content provides a well-rounded understanding that is likely to resonate with fans and professionals alike, making it an informative resource for anyone interested in the inne... more

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Recent guests on Strain on the game include:

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2. Paul Brand
3. Dr. Robin Thorpe
4. Steve Beharall
5. Jamil Qureshi
6. Dr. Dave Hancock
7. Dr. Chris Rosimus
8. Dave Pyle

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