Former England midfielder Karen Carney opens up about her decision to retire from professional sports, highlighting the toll it took on her body. Carney, who had an illustrious career representing England and various clubs, including Birmingham City, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Chicago, realized that her body could not handle the demands of the sport any longer. At the age of 31, she struggled with basic tasks such as walking to the toilet due to persistent back, knee, and ankle issues. It was at that moment when Carney made the difficult decision to step away from professional sports.
Following her retirement, Carney shifted her focus to running as a means to stay physically fit and maintain her mental well-being. This transition proved to be challenging as she had to adapt from the structured training routine of football to self-driven workout sessions. Carney draws inspiration from athletes like Denise Lewis, a fellow Midlands native, and Sir Mo Farah, whom she had the pleasure of meeting during her time in the Team GB Olympic squad.
Since her retirement, Carney has embarked on a successful career as a sports broadcaster, covering both men’s and women’s football matches. She also participated in events like Soccer Aid as part of the England team. Additionally, Carney is spearheading a comprehensive review of women’s football to foster sustainable growth and build upon the accomplishments of the Lionesses in winning the European title.
To learn more about Carney’s journey, including her thoughts on running and her future in sports broadcasting, read the complete interview in the latest issue of Runner’s World UK, available now.
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