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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
Preseason Training
Fitness In Football
Football Injuries
Athlete Mentality
Managerial Impact
Paris Saint-Germain
Manchester City
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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Latest Episodes

World Cup 2026 is already chaos – and the ball hasn’t even been kicked.

In this episode, Stephen Warnock and Adrian Lamb react to the showbiz World Cup draw in the US: scripted jokes, awkward celebrity cameos, Infantino centre stage, and now a Super... more

This week on Strain on the Game, it’s officially Job Justification Day for fitness coach Adrian Lamb – as Stephen asks the question every player has had at some point: what’s the point of the warm-up… and why does it take so long?

Fresh from an over... more

n this episode of Strain on the Game, Stephen and Adrian dive deep into one of the Premier League’s biggest modern problems: the disappearance of time, patience, and stability for managers.

With sackings at record levels and average tenures dropping... more

This week on Strain on the Game, we’re turning the mic over to you.

In our first-ever Ask Me Anything episode, Stephen Warnock and Adrian Lamb dive into a brilliant mix of questions sent in by listeners covering everything from elite player preparat... more

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Recent Guests

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, with a strong background in elite football and performance analysis.
Adrian Lamb
Top fitness and performance coach, providing expertise in athlete wellness and recovery strategies.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 10 ratings
  • 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 Kingdom4 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 Kingdom4 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 Kingdom4 months ago
  • Great insight into the game

    Really enjoyed the episodes so far. An insightful and honest take on the game and behind the scenes. Great chemistry between the presenters. Really interesting discussions into,not just the game itself, but the fitness, science, diet etc behind it. Would strongly recommend

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gingerfray
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Insightful and funny

    Absolutely loving this podcast. It’s not just another football chat. Stephen and Adrian discuss into the stuff you don’t normally hear about. Really honest, funny in parts, and full of stuff that makes you see football differently. Can’t wait for more episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Podcaster1878
    United Kingdom4 months ago

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The engaging, honest discussions resonate well with fans who are tired of surface-level football commentary and are looking for more substantial content.
Listeners appreciate the depth of insight into the physical and mental aspects of football, highlighting the unique viewpoints that enhance their understanding of the sport.
Many enjoy the combination of entertainment and educational value, appreciating how the hosts blend personal experiences with expert opinions.

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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.
Football, Mental Health, and the Power of Community - with guest Steve Beharall, CEO of the Newcastle United Foundation
Q: Steve, can we start by explaining the role of Newcastle United Foundation and how mental health fits into its wider mission?
The Newcastle United Foundation aims to leverage the local passion for football to promote active living, education, and employability, with a significant focus on addressing mental health due to concerning local statistics.
Could This Be the Answer to the Premier League’s Injury Epidemic — Costing Clubs Millions and Managers Their Jobs?
Q: Would you agree that injuries have reached epidemic proportions?
Hancock agrees, indicating that specific soft tissue injuries are on the rise and calling for preventive measures.

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Focusing on elite football, this audio series investigates the multifaceted pressures that players encounter, both physically and financially. Notable topics cover injury recovery, fitness, nutrition, and the intricacies of modern football business. The format features discussions rooted in personal experiences from the hosts, who leverage their backgrounds in professional football and fitness coaching to bring listeners an authentic glimpse into the sport's nuances. Engaging insights are complemented by guest appearances from industry experts and practitioners, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the intersections of sports performance, health, and management in football.

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Recent guests on Strain on the game include:

1. Dr. Robin Thorpe
2. Steve Beharall
3. Jamil Qureshi
4. Dr. Dave Hancock
5. Dr. Chris Rosimus
6. Dave Pyle
7. Dr. Steve McNally

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