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What Rugby-Specific Training Really Means (And Why You’re Doing It Wrong)
In this episode, I break down what rugby-specific training actually looks like. Most players think it’s all about doing drills that “look like rugby,” but that’s not it. I go through the 5 key areas—strength, power, speed, aerobic capacity, and movement—and show you how to apply them properly to your training. I also explain how general work still plays a role and why timing and structure are everything.
In this episode:
00:00 Intro
01:24 What Specificity Really Means
02:29 Common Mistakes
04:13 The 5 Pillars of Rugby S&C
06:30 Why General Work Still Matters
07:53 Timing & Training Context…
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