Why Training Like An Athlete Could Be Hurting Your Rugby Performance

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 getting crushed by CrossFit, and explain why generic athlete training doesn’t cut it for rugby. You’ll learn how to align your strength and conditioning with the actual demands of the game, plus get free tools to help you train smarter with Rugby Muscle.In this video:00:00 Intro01:00 Understanding the Difference: Training Like an Athlete vs. Training as an Athlete02:03 A Personal Story: The CrossFit Experience03:57 The Key Differences in Training Approaches07:49 Building the Right Base for Rugby08:27 Aligning S&C with Rugby Training10:28 Identifying Your Needs as a Rugby Player12:22 Wrap up

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