In this episode of the Femme FC Podcast, Suren Vata joins the show to break down the five pillars of female athlete health in professional women's soccer. Suren is a dual accredited physiotherapist, the Female Athlete Health Lead at Charlton Athletic Women, and a practitioner whose work spans elite football and rugby across Singapore and the United Kingdom. His recent research and his presentation at the Arsenal Sports Medicine Conference have helped shape a modern, practical roadmap for supporting women in the professional game.

We walk through each of Suren's five pillars, including:

• How to use biomechanics screening and on field movement coaching to reduce injury risk
• Why pelvic floor support is essential for performance and long term health
• How to track the menstrual cycle in a way that informs care and empowers athletes
• How to build safe and supportive pathways for pregnant players
• Why bra and breast education affects comfort, confidence, and performance

We also discuss the growing collaboration within the Women's Super League, the importance of injury surveillance, and the value of a multidisciplinary approach that keeps players healthy and performing at their best.

This episode is full of practical insight for physios, athletic trainers, sport scientists, S&C coaches, and anyone working in women's football.

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