From the Anfield Index archives and in light of Alisson Becker’s absence due to concussion it seems a good time to repeat Chris Nowinski’s podcast alongside Si Brundish and Dave Hendrick. Chris is an American neuroscientist, author and retired professional wrestler. After extensively researching concussions in American football, Nowinski co-founded the Concussion Legacy Foundation.
Simon Brundish is joined by Professor Kirsty Elliott-Sale for a wide-ranging conversation tackled some of the biggest myths, challenges, and opportunities in female athlete development—particularly in football.
1. Do Girls Need to Train Differently to Boys?
2. The Menstrual Cycle & Performance
3. The ACL Epidemic in Women’s Football
4. Cycle Tracking
5. Coaching, Staffing, and Sport Science Failings
6. Strength & Conditioning is the Gamechanger
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As Liverpool prepare to celebrate what is expected to be their Premier League title win, an unexpected post-season trip to Australia is reportedly in the works. According to The Australian, following the end of the Premier League campaign, the Reds could be flying more than 10,000 miles...
