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We need to start to talk about the intersection of these two worlds ...
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Bras & Kit | Injury | Video
Sam is the CEO of Inclusive Fit, an organisation which consults fitness organisations and spaces on creating disability-inclusive spaces.
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Here's what's going on and how to offer the support she might need ...
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Symptoms may signal that perimenopause is pending yet women often soldier on without help.
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Carla from Ashby Netball Club on returning to netball having those brave conversations
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NETBALLHer posed three questions to an anonymous mum newly returned to the game.
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Mental health challenges in puberty, pregnancy, postnatal, and menopause - and how her netball family can help
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"I'm using this knowledge to pay more respect to women at all different times of their lives."
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Some assume GP sign-off at six-weeks is a green light, but it's probably not.
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Blow by blow this is pelvic floor and basic core to cardio and resistance.
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Steps and staples in your recovery journey back to sport, to life, to you.
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Good food is key to health and to overcoming the challenges of having a whole ‘nother human on-board.
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Considerations, complications and stumbling blocks for active women planning pregnancy.
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Starting or growing a family - it's a huge decision which comes with a lot of big questions.
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A simple yet huge move to tackle dropout stats (which may be even worse than reported).
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WHP Christien Bird and Baz Moffat talk teens and pelvic health, now and in future.
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It’s time to challenge the subtle narratives we feed young girls and give them better, braver messages
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As young as eight the body gives cues so parents / carers can prep the period chat. Here’s what to know and how to approach.
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Pelvic floors, bladders and bowels are older lady things, aren’t they?
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It’s getting more (not less) problematic and the response may lie in reimagining the gymspace.
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Active teenage girls need compelling messages about food and nutrition … if we don’t, social media will.
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Lumps, curves, hormones, mood swings, periods … conditions aren’t exactly optimum for the netball court.
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A beginner’s guide to macros and what eating healthy is / isn’t. Spoiler alert, carbs are good …
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"Having NETBALLHer available for support and much more awareness about injury management ... is just critical."
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Loughborough Lightning's Lydia on nutrition and how to fuel like an athlete.
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At-a-glance ways to dial back your injury risk ... and just good advice for all seasons.
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Netball’s increasing popularity is great for our game, but more players means more injuries unless strategies are in place. Here's some of netball's most common.
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Netballer Lucy shares her injury story and how she stayed connected to the game when walking the long road to recovery.
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The menstrual cycle may influence injury risk but no-one says you can't take control.
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Your shoes, kit and environment alter your risk of injury … so does your invisible boob-force.
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Dr Emma Ross on signs and symptoms of concussion and why 'If In Doubt Sit Them Out' is crucial advice.
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Hormones and periods, pains and mental health - this is puberty risks and how to mitigate.
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Some modifications are most definitely required as you travel life’s injury superhighway.
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Rachael on returning to court with 'a totally new body' and the gap between expectations and reality.
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Pregnancy and childbirth - they’re not injuries or illnesses, but the healing process is comparable and you can't afford to rush your return.
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Times have changed and active pregnancies are recommended ... with a few new rules, that is.
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Concussions and sub-concussions are 'silent killers' and for her the risks are greater.
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A collection of downloadable guides for the developing female body
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Knowledge = power? Almost. Re active women and food, the right knowledge + priorities + vigilance = power.
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Sarwat usually stops exercise for Ramadan but this coming year she'll take a different approach.
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If you’re into your training you’ll read a lot about ‘macros’, but what about micros?
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Some women need to for health reasons and doing so is about much more than diet …
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Once written off as a fancy term for fatigue, RED-S is so, so much worse than that.
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Are you getting enough water? Read this then answer again - turns out water’s pretty important …
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Academy coach Sheonah Forbes on having "lightbulb moments" and a holistic approach.
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Want to control your weight? There’s safe and solid ways to do so, and ways that aren’t so much …
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It's a 'no' from us and the evidence too ... it may just make you fatter.
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A staple if you're preparing for a big event and it works a treat ... unless you're female.
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Anyone want 4% gains in performance? It's all in a good sports bra.
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Your menstrual cycle is amazing – fact! Here's what it is and how it works.
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Truths and terms we’ll need to know sooner or later.
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Meet the pelvic floor - an underappreciated piece of core body apparatus.
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Key hormones and what they do in perimenopause (AKA why you feel crap).
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Too boring, not working, the right time to do it and can I do it when I pee … your questions answered.
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Strategies to use, solutions to try and how you can manage your unique symptoms.
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Fatigue, heavy flow, stomach pains - here's Dr Emma on common symptoms and strategies to deal.
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The lowdown on HRT, non-hormonal and lifestyle solutions in perimenopause.
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Forty years a netball coach, Val's engaging clubs, players and parents in important conversations.
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Recently through the menopause, netball coach Yvonne wants to start more conversations.
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Christien Bird explains the role of a Women's Health Physio and the A-1 treatment for issues.
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We know we shouldn't but we all like crop tops - here's a tip or two for choosing well.
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Several factors increase your likelihood of having pelvic floor issues, but we can all take action.
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Ensure adjustable straps on your sports bra or it won't do much for your posture.
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HRT and meditation are great … but there’s no fit-and-well if you don’t move.
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"The Well HQ suggested taking magnesium supplements ... and it really, really helped."
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Exercise is a magic medicine in midlife … provided you stick to a few golden rules.
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Smaller breasts move too - here's how to support them best.
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Know your Endometriosis, Adenomyosis, PCOS, Fibroids, RED-s, PMDD ...
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How to support peers and colleagues, answer questions and signpost people towards help.
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How to support midlife women so they stick with the sport they love.
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Sport dropout rates increase with breast size so it's time to support them.
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Amazing revelations may await if your track your menstrual cycle - here's why and how-to.
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Join Dr Emma for a guide to period products: how they work and what they do well.
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England and Manchester Thunder star Ellie Cardwell takes to TikTok to talk sports bras.
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A video guide to bladders, bowels and pelvic floors; issues that arise and actions to take.
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"Because of some family health issues I decided not to go the HRT route."
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Dr Bella Smith on how to support women going through menopause now.
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A panel discussion about different period products and their ethical creds.
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Pelvic health expert Baz Moffat tests your knowledge (and habits) on bladders and bowels. Where are you on the Bristol Stool Chart?
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Under-reported but very, very real - breast injuries hurt performance, joy, comfort and more.
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We may know the medical mechanics but this is about you, your mood and performance.
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Baz and menopause specialist Dr Mandy Leonhardt discuss good nutrition in midlife.
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"Close off your anus, relax and let go" ... a little help with your pelvic floor exercises.
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The subtle and not-so-subtle ways kit hurts ... and what we can do about it.
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Dr Emma Ross: "Kit can be inspirational … but it’s also a barrier."
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Exercise and train your pelvic floor - work it in harmony with your back and abdominal muscles and diaphragm
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Periods, bras, pelvic floors - start talking and we'll build a better support system.
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Often a perfect storm of hormones and stress, here's steps to take to sleep better.
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Baz talks pelvic health and FAQs with Maya Al-Memar.
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Puberty's a journey and the system doesn’t provide a map so it's on us parents, coaches and supporters to tool up.
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This article is primarily for parents but it’s useful for coaches and anyone who works with younger females.
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"We've introduced Caught Short Kits, which is a really good idea."
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Sporty wardrobe updates so you can move comfortably and with confidence.
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"Recently I've had a bit of a penny-drop moment."
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Keep your body (and mind) comfortable and confident through change.
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In general society, leaking is common and taboo. In professional sport it’s a whole lot more of both.
