About Charlie & Stefano

Charlie and Stefano first met back in 2012, while working together at Southend United FC, helping youth players return from injury and rebuild their performance. Since then, they’ve both carved out exceptional careers in their fields, sharing the same passion for developing footballers who are not only stronger, but smarter about their bodies.

Between them, they’ve worked with a range of professional clubs, including Southend United, Colchester United, Arsenal, and Chelsea, and have supported players at international level.

Charlie went on to build Physio Active Healthcare, a thriving physiotherapy company now operating across nine clinics in Essex, Cambridge, and Hertfordshire, helping thousands of clients recover and perform at their best.

Stefano has built SR Elite, a leading strength and conditioning company, coaching a roster that includes professional footballers from lower league to international level, using data-driven, football-specific methods to build power, resilience, and athletic performance.

Now, Charlie and Stefano are combining their expertise to create Built to Last — a program designed to give young players the same quality of physical preparation seen at the top level.

Through structured strength and conditioning, they’re helping the next generation of players:

• Develop good habits early, so they stay fit and perform at their best
• Build strength, mobility, and coordination that translates directly to the pitch
• Understand how to train safely, reducing the risk of injury and burnout
• Gain confidence and resilience that lasts long beyond football

Built to Last is about creating strong, capable athletes who move better, play harder, and set a foundation for lifelong performance — both in sport and in health.