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Katie Barney: Fuelling Chelsea FC Women’s Rise to the Top

What does it take to fuel some of the biggest stars in world football — like Lauren James, Erin Cuthbert, Lucy Bronze, and Sam Kerr?

Today’s guest, Katie Barney (https://www.instagram.com/kjbnutrition/) knows better than anyone. As the Lead Nutritionist at Chelsea FC Women, Katie is at the heart of helping players perform, recover, and stay at their best in one of the most competitive environments on the planet.

In this episode, Katie opens the changing room door and gives us a behind-the-scenes look at:

- Her journey from passionate student to fuelling one of football’s biggest clubs

- How Chelsea’s elite athletes prepare their bodies for matchday dominance

- Why the academy players at Chelsea are out-eating the first team — and why that’s a good thing

- Why soy sauce is a staple on the menu at Chelsea!

- Why athletes should embrace simple sugars for top-level performance — not fear them

Plus much, much more!

Katie’s experience at the very top of the women’s game offers priceless insights for young players, parents, and coaches who want to understand what it truly takes to fuel like a pro.

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Remember to fuel for success and keep kicking those goals!

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