Ep. 8: Strength, Speed, and Self-Care: Erica Suter’s Guide to Female Athlete Development

In this episode, Erica Suter, a strength coach and author, discusses her background in football (soccer), her passion for strength training, and her work with young female soccer players. She explains best practices for strength training with a young female athlete population and give thoughtful advice on how to navigate the world of youth soccer.

If you work with young female athletes, or have a daughter that is involved in sport, you will want to listen to this episode!

Show notes:

• Passion for Strength Training and Performance Coaching

• The Importance of Mental Development in Youth Athletes

• Consistency in Strength Training to Prevent Injuries

• Factors Contributing to ACL Injuries in Female Athletes

• The Role of Nutrition, Protein, and Animal-Based Sources

• Recognizing and Addressing Overuse Injuries in Young Athletes

• Developing Proper Movement Patterns and Play-Based Movements

• Improving Speed: Training and Genetics

• Addressing Misconceptions and Prioritizing Nutrition and Self-Care During the Menstrual Cycle

• Choosing the Right College Program: Considerations and Compromises

• Prioritizing Strength Training and Self-Care from a Young Age

Links to the Episode! (Available on all platforms)

Connect with the Erica:

• Instagram: @fitsoccerqueen

• Website: ericasuter.com

• Book: 

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Have a great day,

Liam