Plyometric Exercises To Do – Rugby Fitness Training

The following exercises are simple to do and could be done before rugby training if warmed up, during a weights session or after practice However you do them if you consistently add jumps into your plan then you will begin to make improvements in your speed. If you...

The Speed Formula

Your speed on a rugby field is based upon a combination of factors. These involve strength, running technique as well fatigue factors. The following equation will determine your speed – Your speed on a rugby field is based upon a combination of factors. These...

Sprinting Speed – The1st Step – Rugby Fitness Training

Take a look at this video which is a small segment of the sprint training module in the Fitness Victory Formula. Sprint speed is as much about technique as it is about physical conditioning. To have quicker athletes they need to be stronger and fitter but the biggest...

Plyometric Exercise – Rugby Speed Training

The following exercises are simple to do and could be done before rugby training if warmed up, during a weights session or after practice However you do them if you consistently add jumps into your plan then you will begin to make improvements in your speed. If you...

Rugby Fitness Testing – Star Performer

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...

The Speed Formula

Max Strength – This is the amount of force you can generate within the muscles. This is also called slow speed strength as it takes up to a second plus to exert maximum force. For sprinting the stronger you are the better. A key point to note is that it is the...