by benrft1 | Jul 23, 2014
Agility training underpins much of rugby performance so it only makes sense to use a test to see if you are improving it from your training. A simple test that looks at lateral and backward elements of agility as well as acceleration/deceleration is the T-test. To...
by benrft1 | Jun 20, 2013
It can be really helpful if you periodically measure your fitness (2-4 times a year). From this you can then chart progress and identify weaknesses. This means you can set out the fastest way to increase on field performance. The video shows some simple tests to do...
by benrft1 | Apr 11, 2013
Take a look at this video which is small segment of the agility module in ‘The Star Performer Blueprint’- My course for high performance conditioning. One of the big errors made in agility training is forgetting that your speed is based upon a sound...
by benrft1 | Jul 12, 2012
Take a look at this video which is a small segment of the plyometric module in the Fitness Victory Formula. Plyometric training is a superb way to increase speed and power. Most coaches do not use it or start with exercises too advanced for their players. This video...