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 sprint prep, balancing strength and conditioning, and why trying to lose weight now is a bad move.
In this episode:
00:00 Intro
00:58 What Preseason Is For
02:26 Common Mistakes
04:33 Rugby Skills
06:46 Real Rugby Fitness
12:15 Strength vs. Conditioning
13:40 The Weight Loss Trap
15:46 Wrap-Up
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