Issy Coombes

Role - I work for the Wellington Phoenix Academy as the lead female sports scientist.

Wāhine or kōhine role model
One of my role models is Leah Williamson, captain of the England women football team. I really love her attitude towards player development, leadership and improving equality in the women's game.

SUPER WOMAN power
My super woman power would be empowering and educating female athletes on how to take charge of their health to optimise their wellbeing and performance.

SUPER WOMAN nickname
Health First Approach.

Main motivations to be active
I just love moving my body, getting outside, challenging myself to do better each time, and really seeing what I’m capable of, both physically and mentally.

Advice to inspire wāhine in Sport and Active Recreation
I think the best thing is to choose sports or forms of movement that you enjoy doing! Make them social and add a bit of competition to really have fun while moving your body.