Leanne Watson-Charles
Advantage Net Strength
Welcome to Advantage Net Strength, the podcast for netballers who want to get stronger, fitter, faster and harder to play against. Hosted by coach and netballer Leanne, this podcast helps everyday netballers improve performance through smarter strength training, conditioning, nutrition, mindset, recovery and injury resilience. Because playing netball isn’t the same as training for netball. So whether you play social league, club, regional or beyond… if you want the edge, you’re in the right place.
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28. Okt 2026
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Episode 211 - Net Strength Q&A - Are You Your Own Mean Girl on Court? 15.08.2025 47:16
In this episode of Net Strength Q&A: - How effective is the windmill technique? - Probiotics for travelling - Order of exercises in a programme - Gym etiquette and wiping down equipment - My thoughts on selection of injured players to England - Where to take measurements - How to stay in front as a defender and receive intercepts - Hormones and influencers - Are you a Mean Girl to yourself on...
Episode 210 - What Makes a Good Netball Captain? 13.08.2025 31:14
Being a netball captain is about so much more than wearing the 'tag'. In this episode, I break down the qualities that truly make a great leader on and off the court. From having the courage to make tough calls for the good of the team, to walking the walk when it comes to fitness and effort. I’ll talk about earning respect, giving every player a voice, protecting team culture and knowing...
Episode 209- Net Strength Q&A - Playing Against Tall Players 08.08.2025 34:52
In this episode of Net Strength Q&A: - How to defend a tall GS - How to shoot against a tall defender - Electrolytes or not? - Body scan machines in the gym For more about Net Strength please go to www.coachedbyleanne.co.uk or find me on Instagram www.instagram.com/coachedbyleanne
Episode 208 - How to Prioritise Yourself Without Feeling Guilty 06.08.2025 19:32
In this episode, I’m answering a powerful question from one of the women in my coaching group: “How do I prioritise myself without feeling guilty?” As a mum of three, a netballer and someone trying to improve her fitness and confidence, she’s not alone in feeling torn between showing up for others and showing up for herself. We’re diving into why guilt shows up when you put yourself first, how to...
Episode 207- Net Strength Q&A - Food Intolerances and Fat Loss 01.08.2025 38:22
In this episode of Net Strength Q&A: - thoughts on food intolerance tests - tips for building flexibility/mobility as well - How to slim down on your stomach area - How to add a resistance band to free weights to add weight - Are the Elandr shoes just for post injury? - Supplements and dairy and gluten free protein powder For more about Net Strength please go to www.coachedbyleanne.co.uk or f...
Episode 206 - What Are You Actually Willing To Do? 30.07.2025 25:52
In this episode, I’m getting honest about what it really takes to reach your goals. We all say we want to be fitter, stronger, more confident or more successful, but are you actually willing to do what’s required? Are you prepared to let the house be messy if it means fitting in a workout? To stop drinking every weekend so you can actually feel good on a Sunday? To stand out from the crowd because...
Episode 205- Net Strength Q&A - Pathways, Poaching Players and Protein! 25.07.2025 57:32
In this episode of Net Strength Q&A: - How to pathways work? - My thoughts on poaching players - How many protein shakes is too many? - Feeling deflated from not being selected - How much strength training to do in season For more about Net Strength please go to www.coachedbyleanne.co.uk or find me on Instagram www.instagram.com/coachedbyleanne
Episode 204 - Summer Chaos? How to Keep Fit When the Kids Are Off & the Season's Coming 23.07.2025 22:16
Summer holidays can feel like chaos. The kids are off school, your routine’s out the window and trying to find time for yourself feels near impossible. In this episode, I’m chatting about how to manage your fitness during the summer break without burning out or giving up. I’ll cover how to plan your time realistically, ways to train even when childcare is a juggle, how to approach nutrition withou...
Episode 203- Net Strength Q&A - It’s a New Round! 18.07.2025 26:43
In this episode of Net Strength Q&A: * How do I know I am ready to get back on court post injury? * The science behind plyometric training * Supersets - what are they designed for? For more about Net Strength please go to www.coachedbyleanne.co.uk or find me on Instagram www.instagram.com/coachedbyleanne
Episode 202 - An Interview With Elle 16.07.2025 54:22
In today's episode I have guest Elle of ElleNet Coaching. Elle, a medical student and netball coach, shares her journey from playing for Blackpool Netball Club to running her freelance coaching business and discusses her coaching philosophy and approach. We chat all things netball, future dreams and aspirations to our thoughts on the current game and give tips for those with upcoming trials. F...
Episode 201 - Net Strength Q&A - Injury Mindset 11.07.2025 24:52
In this episode of Net Strength Q&A: * Have I tried the new Elandr shoes? * How to keep a positive mindset when injured? For more about Net Strength please go to www.coachedbyleanne.co.uk or find me on Instagram www.instagram.com/coachedbyleanne
Episode 200 - You Don’t Have to Be Motivated, You Just Have to Be Organised 09.07.2025 21:34
In this episode, I’m calling out one of the biggest lies we tell ourselves when it comes to training, fitness and sticking to our goals: that we just need to feel more motivated . The truth? Motivation is unreliable. What actually works is being organised. I’m sharing stories from my Net Strength clients who’ve made huge progress, not because they felt fired up every day, but because they built st...
Episode 199- Net Strength Q&A - Gym Anxiety 04.07.2025 42:24
In this episode of Net Strength Q&A: * Does muscle weigh more than fat? * Seed oils - are they bad for you? * Gym anxiety * Wrist straps * How to not contact the GK on a rebound For more about Net Strength please go to www.coachedbyleanne.co.uk or find me on Instagram www.instagram.com/coachedbyleanne
Episode 198 - Confidence Isn’t Just Physical 02.07.2025 19:21
In this episode, I’m diving into something that came up in a recent Net Strength check-in. One of my clients shared how she usually feels anxious before netball games, can’t eat and gets all the physical symptoms, but after this last block, she stepped onto court with a new team and felt calm, capable, and actually enjoyed it. It got me thinking: confidence isn’t just about how fit you are or how...
Episode 197 - Net Strength Q&A - Tough decisions as a Captain - sub yourself or sub them? 27.06.2025 1:05:01
In this episode of Net Strength Q&A: - How do you make tough decisions as a captain - What running shoes did I buy? - How do I know whether I am lifting enough? - Traditional skill drills vs game based coaching - How to deal with negative attitudes within the team - With limited time, would you recommend sprint training over distance for ne...
Episode 196 - Success Looks Boring (Until It Works) 25.06.2025 15:43
Everyone wants results. But not everyone wants repetition. In this episode, I talk about the truth behind real success. Whether that's on the netball court, in the gym and beyond. If you think strength training is boring, or you're constantly looking for new ways to stay motivated, this one's for you. I break down why doing the same things over and over (and over again) is exactly what...
Episode 195 - Net Strength Q&A - Split Landing Shooters - Should You Stop the Split? 20.06.2025 45:58
In this episode of Net Strength Q&A: - Is blending fruit "bad" - How to avoid late take offs - C/WD positioning on back line passes - How to defend the ball o the circle edge - How to disrupt a split landing shooter - High Protein Milk Alternative For more about Net Strength please go to www.coachedbyleanne.co.uk or find me on Instagram www.instagram.com/coachedbyleanne
Episode 194 - The Pep Talk You Didn’t Know You Needed 18.06.2025 36:03
This week, I’m talking to the part of you that’s feeling stuck. Maybe you’re craving a reset. Maybe you’re frustrated that the scales haven’t shifted despite all your hard work. Or maybe you keep saying you’ll “just track everything” without really looking at why things keep spiralling in the first place. This is your reminder that lasting change doesn’t come from surface-level promises - it comes...
Episode 193 - Net Strength Q&A - How to Manage Communication On and Off Court 13.06.2025 55:45
In this episode of Net Strength Q&A: - Ankle supports - Netball funding - Creatine - Top tips for match coaching - Changes in body composition - Trainers - How do you manage your nerves for a big game? - Communication on court For more about Net Strength please go to www.coachedbyleanne.co.uk or find me on Instagram www.instagram.com/coachedbyleanne
Episode 192 - What the Heck is Net Burn — And How Is It Different from Net Strength? 11.06.2025 20:36
In this episode, I’m diving into everything you need to know about Net Burn — my brand new 10-week HIIT-based training program designed specifically for netballers. I’ll explain what it is, how it works, who it’s for and how it’s different from my signature strength coaching program, Net Strength . If you loved the vibe of those lockdown-style netball workouts but want something more structured an...
Episode 191 - Net Strength Q+A - Building a Powerful Mindset 06.06.2025 42:01
In this episode of Net Strength Q&A: - Running intervals for netball - Foods or supplements for skin - Snacks ideas - How to get more protein in - Building a powerful mindset For more about Net Strength please go to www.coachedbyleanne.co.uk or find me on Instagram www.instagram.com/coachedbyleanne
Episode 190 - Built for Netball: Inside the Game-Changing Elandr Trainer 04.06.2025 56:09
In this episode of The Coached by Leanne Podcast, I sit down with Eloise, the founding force behind Elandr—the world’s first netball-specific trainer designed with built-in ankle support. Joining the Elandr journey is none other than netball royalty Serena Guthrie, along with a footwear designer whose resume includes working on the iconic Nike Air Jordans. We talk about the why behind the shoe, wh...
Episode 189 -Net Strength Q&A - Game Day Nutrition, Amazing Defenders and Cortisol 30.05.2025 1:02:37
In this episode of Net Strength Q&A: • Game day nutrition • How to be an amazing defender • Tips for coaching inexperienced juniors • Cortisol - does it matter? • Supplements, what to take and who to avoid! • Fasting For more about Net Strength please go to www.coachedbyleanne.co.uk or find me on Instagram
Episode 188 - Balancing Netball with Life: Fitness, Family and Finding Time 28.05.2025 14:37
Struggling to juggle netball, training, work, family and everything else life throws at you? You're not alone - and you’re definitely not lazy. In this episode, I dive into the reality of being a busy adult netballer and share practical, realistic strategies to help you stay strong, fit and confident without burning out. I cover: Why perfection isn’t the goal - consistency is How to train effe...
Episode 187 - Net Strength Q&A - What is Needed for Fat Loss 23.05.2025 1:18:16
In this episode of Net Strength Q&A: - Starting the day on a positive - On a fat loss journey, do you have to adjust the amount of calories as you continue to lose weight? - Do you have to increase exercise as you go to lose weight/maintain? - How to rebuild mental confidence after an injury - As a GA how do you lose your GD in the D or the correct way of doing a backline pass as a GA/GS? - Ho...
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