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Steve Ingham, performance scientists, leader and author, explores the science, art, purpose and origins of high-performance. Steve interviews and discusses these concepts with the people who have been there and done it, whether it’s achieving at the highest level, been the driving force in making remarkable performance happen or those who have explored and researched aspects of human performance in real-depth.
167: Rethinking strength, innovating exercise choice and movement patterns with Tim Stevenson
Supporting Champions
1 hour 15 minutes 35 seconds
5 months ago
167: Rethinking strength, innovating exercise choice and movement patterns with Tim Stevenson
In this episode of the Supporting Champions Podcast, Steve Ingham is joined by Tim Stevenson – a seasoned strength and conditioning coach – to explore the complex mechanics of the shoulder, injury prevention, and how to build resilient, high-performing athletes. Drawing from over 16 years of experience and his work with elite performers like Charlotte Henshaw, Tim shares a philosophy that moves beyond traditional training—focusing instead on dynamic stability, movement quality, and control-based strength.
Tim sheds light on why the shoulder is such a vulnerable joint, and how athletes can strengthen it not just through brute force, but through mobility, variation, and intentional movement. We explore how rehabilitation should be integrated with performance training, and how a holistic approach is essential for long-term fitness, injury resilience, and sustained enjoyment in sport.
🔍 Key Takeaways
✅ The shoulder’s complexity requires dynamic, not just isolated, strength.
✅ Rehab and S&C shouldn’t be separate—they must be integrated.
✅ Varied movement patterns and calisthenics build “bulletproof” shoulders.
✅ Strength is the armour—but control and awareness are the strategy.
✅ Movement quality matters more than just lifting heavy.
📌 Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Tim Stevenson and His Journey
03:05 The Complexity of Shoulder Injuries
05:47 Rehabilitation vs. Strength Training for Shoulders
09:14 Case Study: Charlotte Henshaw’s Journey
11:58 Dynamic Stability in Shoulder Training
14:57 Rethinking Traditional Strength Methods
17:48 Building Bulletproof Shoulders
21:00 Integrating Rehab with S&C
24:05 The Role of External Rotation
26:59 Exploring Training Alternatives
38:33 The Importance of Shoulder Mechanics
41:05 Integrating Control-Based Movements
42:30 Exploring Athleticism and Strength
44:41 Functional Performance Goals
46:38 Movement vs. Strength
48:56 Long-Term Fitness Philosophy
53:33 Variety and Longevity in Training
54:58 Practical Training Recommendations
01:01:17 Mobility Integration
01:04:22 Cross-Training for Shoulder Health
01:07:10 Final Thoughts
🎧 Whether you’re an athlete, coach, physio, or simply someone looking to future-proof your training, this episode with Tim Stevenson offers a compelling look into the science and practice of building strong, mobile, and resilient shoulders.
🔗 Learn more about Tim’s work at: https://www.dynamicshoulders.com/
🎓 Use code SC10 for 10% off all Supporting Champions Courses: https://www.supportingchampions.co.uk/onlinecourse/#courses
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Supporting Champions
Steve Ingham, performance scientists, leader and author, explores the science, art, purpose and origins of high-performance. Steve interviews and discusses these concepts with the people who have been there and done it, whether it’s achieving at the highest level, been the driving force in making remarkable performance happen or those who have explored and researched aspects of human performance in real-depth.
