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Getting in Shape for Rugby is This Simple

The Rugby Muscle Podcast·Rugby Muscle: Gym, Training, Diet and Strength and Conditioning·14 September 2026·19 min

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Most rugby players don’t need more training hacks they need to get the basics right. I break down the five things that build real rugby fitness... In this episode: 00:00 Rugby fitness is simple 01:31 Consistency beats gimmicks 02:33 Skylar’s Zone 2 turnaround 05:37 The five essentials 06:19 Aerobic fitness 07:34 Strength training 10:51 Speed work 12:48 Power training 15:41 Movement and mobility 17:30 Stack the basics 18:10 Wrap up Get the Rugby Muscle Training Week Playbook Join Team Rugby Muscle Get personalised 1on1 Coaching from me for S&C Get early access to the ALL-NEW 5-day Rugby Athlete Blueprint Support the show