The Rugby Muscle Podcast

In this episode, I break down why rugby players shouldn’t train like bodybuilders if they want to perform at their best on the pitch. I share the key differences between bodybuilding and rugby traini…

In this video, I break down a big mistake I see all the time in rugby training like an athlete instead of as an athlete. I share my personal experience, including a story about a top-level player get…

In this episode, I open up about my biggest nutrition mistake as a rugby player. I share how I fixed it and what you can do instead for long-term success on and off the field.

In this video: 

00:00 Int…

In this episode, I dive into the parts of rugby culture we don’t always talk about, from social pressure to training habits. I break down what’s really helping your progress and what might be slowing…

Zone 2 training changed the way I coach rugby players. In this video, I explain what Zone 2 is, why it works, and how to actually do it right. I cover heart rate, duration, timing etc. If you want be…

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—…

In this video, I break down the 6 key elements every serious rugby strength and conditioning program needs. From heavy lifting and low-level cardio to speed work and proper progression, I share what …

In this episode, I’m sharing the real story behind how Rugby Muscle began. I talk about the challenges, the turning points, and how I built a training system that helps amateur rugby players get real…

In this episode, I break down the biggest preseason mistakes I see players make. I explain what preseason is really for, how to avoid injury, and how to actually get fit for rugby. I also cover sprin…

Ever feel slow or heavy-legged even when you’re fit? I’ve been there. In this video, I break down 6 real reasons why you’re fatigued, beyond just conditioning. From strength gaps and poor skill to ba…

In this video, I break down the 5 key pillars of rugby physical preparation. I share the most common challenges players face and give you clear, practical tips to help you perform your best on the fi…

In this episode, I break down why most rugby players hit training plateaus and how simplifying your S&C plan is the key to long-term results.

In this episode: 

00:00 Intro 

00:55 Why You’re Overcomplica…

Most players get S&C wrong. In this episode, I break down what proper strength and conditioning really looks like. 

In this episode: 

00:00 Intro

01:29 Defining Strength and Conditioning

02:49 The Import…

Why Zone 2 Changed My Rugby Fitness

In this episode, I break down how Zone 2 training transformed my performance. I cover why it matters for rugby, how to find your Zone 2, avoid common mistakes, and …

In this episode, I break down 5 rugby conditioning myths that are killing your progress. From overusing team sessions to misusing the Bronco test, I explain why most players train hard but still gas …

In this episode of Rugby Muscle, I break down why so many players train hard but still feel cooked when it matters most.

It’s not about pushing harder — it’s about building the right engine. I’ll shar…

In this episode of the Rugby Muscle Podcast, I open up about the biggest mistake I made as a strength & conditioning coach — one that held back my athletes and limited progress more than I realized a…

In this episode of the Rugby Muscle Podcast challenges conventional notions of rugby toughness and offers a fresh perspective on what it truly means to be tough on the rugby pitch...
 

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Optimizing a Real Rugby S&C Program

In this episode, I break down a real rugby strength and conditioning program sent in by a listener. I talk about the balance between keeping training simple enough …

Optimizing Off-Season, Pre-Season, and In-Season Training for Amateur Rugby Players

In this episode, I explain how to train smart through the off-season, pre-season, and in-season as an amateur rugby …