A Strength and Conditioning (S&C) Coach plans, delivers and reviews the physical and physiological preparation of athletes aligned to specific sports performance outcomes.

In order to do this, Strength and Conditioning Coaches have a deep understanding of the physical characteristics required to excel in sports performance. They understand what it takes for an athlete to be resilient to the demands of the intensity and volume within their training environment thus maximizing the technical training opportunities in their respective sports.  Plans can then be specifically tailored to the adaptations required, and, maximized in the strength and conditioning coaching environment in-line with the culture of the sport.

Strength and Conditioning is about more than lifting weights – it encompasses the entire physical development of the athlete and what is required to allow them to be the best physical version of themselves.

Responsibilities within Professional Football

In football, players must execute a wide range of physical tasks, from explosive sprints to sustained periods of high-intensity play. A robust S&C program equips players to handle these demands, contributing to improved on-field performance and a reduced risk of injury.

• Performance Enhancement: A well-structured S&C program enhances muscle strength, power, and overall athleticism, enabling players to sprint faster, jump higher, and engage in more powerful and precise movements. This translates to sustaining a higher level of physical performances throughout a match which can help the team to be more succesful.
• Injury Prevention: Conditioning helps to fortify muscles, tendons, and ligaments, reducing the likelihood of common football injuries like strains, sprains, and overuse injuries. Athletes who are physically prepared are also better positioned to recover quickly from the intense physical stresses encountered during games and training.