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 #StrengthTraining #ShoulderHealth #Rehabilitation #InjuryPrevention #AthleteDevelopment #SupportingChampions #DynamicStability #MobilityTraining