Elite Preparation for the Modern Athlete
At the highest level, elite athlete recovery and performance aren’t just physical—they are behavioural, emotional, and highly individual.
In a recent episode of the Supporting Champions podcast, Dr Ben Rosenblatt, Founder of 292 Performance, shared his philosophy on preparing athletes not only for the demands of competition, but for the challenges of life.
With years of experience leading the physical performance strategy for the FA Men’s Pathway, and now working with Premier League players, Olympic athletes, and high-performing private clients, Ben emphasises that true elite preparation is personal. It’s not about just lifting more or running faster—it’s about showing up better under pressure, fatigue, and when it matters most.
Durability Before Dominance – Building the Foundation for Elite Athlete Performance
One of the core principles at 292 Performance is durability mapping—a proactive, data-led process that identifies physical, psychological, and contextual risks before they impact performance.
Rather than reacting to problems, this approach anticipates them, enabling smarter planning and individualised athlete training. The aim isn’t simply to boost performance metrics, but to build robustness, ensuring athletes remain consistent, available, and ready when it counts.
Durability mapping also supports better communication with clubs, aligns with rehabilitation strategies, and creates immersive preparation environments in the lead-up to competition.
Simplicity Over Complexity: Why Consistency Wins
Ben is clear: “Consistency is king.” In high-performance sport, complexity often gets in the way of progress. The real gains come from:
- Selecting training methods relevant to the athlete’s goals
- Using smart intensity strategies to promote adaptation without overtraining
- Keeping sessions engaging through playfulness, gamification, and micro-dosing of stimuli
When athletes connect with their training, they commit fully, and progress accelerates.
Coaching the Person, Not Just the Player
In club athlete training, it’s easy to rely on systems and structures. But at 292 Performance, the priority is the person behind the athlete. Training is tailored to individual routines, motivations, and personalities.
This can include unconventional yet effective interventions—such as creative team activities—to strengthen trust and connection. The result? Athletes who are emotionally engaged, resilient, and adaptable.
Supporting Transitions: Beyond the Field of Play
292 Performance’s commitment doesn’t end when the match does. The team supports athletes through career transitions, post-competition adjustments, and identity challenges.
From helping with branding to providing discreet support in alignment with club culture, the focus is always on holistic athlete development. This ensures performance and well-being post career.
292 Performance – Built on Spirit, Driven by Science
The name “292” reflects ancient Hebrew symbolism for life force, spirit, and energy, values embedded in every coaching programme. For Ben and his team, success is about sustainable excellence, purpose, and joy in performance.
Whether it’s elite athlete recovery in the UK, bespoke club athlete training in Europe, or private coaching for high-performing individuals, 292 Performance ensures every client is ready when it matters most.
“We exist to help elite athletes show up at their best when it matters most—and sustain that standard with purpose, clarity, and joy.” – Ben Rosenblatt
Listen?
🎧 Listen to the full Supporting Champions podcast episode here.