The 5 Pillars of Female Athlete Health in Professional Women's Soccer

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. Enjoy the episode? Subscribe so you never miss a new release.