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Abbie Ward: Rugby, Motherhood & Resilience

· 44 min

Episode Abbie Ward: Rugby, Motherhood & Resilience

0:00 44:07

Abbie Ward joins Just As Well to talk about life as a Red Rose, the evolution of women’s rugby, motherhood, pregnancy and returning to elite sport.

In this episode, Abbie opens up about her journey into rugby, the realities of professionalism in the women’s game, and what it was like becoming one of the first players in professional women’s rugby to navigate pregnancy and motherhood while continuing her career.

She also shares why representation matters, how rugby makes space for different body types and strengths, and why balance is the key to wellbeing.

In this episode:

• Abbie Ward’s route into rugby • The growth of women’s rugby • Playing for England and Bristol Bears • Motherhood and returning to professional sport • Training during pregnancy • Mental resilience and balance • Why sport is for everybody

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