I am writing this article for the benefit of the amateur rugby coach who may be well versed in the tactics and skill training of their rugby team but may…
Be able
speed
perfomance
Strength
persistence
suppleness and mobility
Each of the subheadings above shows what the requirements of the sport are, however some positions require more of one aspect than another. That said, a full-back would need to…
Speed. 10 and 30 meter speed tests
Agility. The Agility T Test or the 5-10-5 Pro Agility Test
Perfomance. The vertical jump test and the 5-standing long jump test
Strength. The 1 rep max bench press. The 1-Rep Maximum Squat Test. The 1-rep max pull-up test
Persistence. The 5 Minute Run Test
After the testing phase, and after the coach has decided what needs most training, they can sit down and create their basic periodization plan.I've outlined a hypothetical pre-season training program…
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