In this episode of Rugby Muscle, I break down why so many players train hard but still feel cooked when it matters most.

It’s not about pushing harder — it’s about building the right engine. I’ll share what actually works to level up your rugby performance: from zone 2 conditioning to high-output sprints, and how one athlete changed everything by training smarter.

If you’ve ever felt fit but not rugby-fit, this episode is for you.


In this episode:
00:00 Intro
00:45 The Problem with Traditional Rugby Conditioning
02:01 The Importance of Aerobic Conditioning
04:46 Building a Strong Aerobic Base: Louis' Story
06:29 Balancing Aerobic and High-Intensity Training
09:28 The Role of the Brain in Physical Performance
11:01 Wrap up



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In this episode of the Rugby Muscle Podcast, I open up about the biggest mistake I made as a strength & conditioning coach — one that held back my athletes and limited progress more than I realized at the time. It’s a commonly overlooked piece of the puzzle, but once I fixed it, the results changed fast. If you’re serious about rugby performance, this one’s for you.


00:00 Intro
01:29 Early Coaching Philosophy and Mistakes
02:48 The Shift in Training Philosophy
05:17 Realization Through Endurance Athletes
07:21 Implementing Aerobic Work
09:03 Wrap up


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In this episode of the Rugby Muscle Podcast challenges conventional notions of rugby toughness and offers a fresh perspective on what it truly means to be tough on the rugby pitch...

In this episode:
00:00 Intro
01:12 Defining Toughness – It’s not just physical grit
02:08 What actually matters
03:10 My Experience – How aerobic capacity changed my game
06:36 Mental Toughness
07:20 Consistency Wins – Building habits that last
09:29 Final Thoughts


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How to Actually Get Tough for Rugby Without the Bullshit
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