In this episode of the Rugby Muscle Podcast, you'll learn about the importance of in-season training for rugby players and debunk common misconceptions. Discover strategies for integrating strength, conditioning, and skill training during the season while effectively managing fatigue.

Practical examples of training splits are provided to help players optimize their performance and continuously improve throughout the year.

00:00 Introduction and Importance of In-Season Training
01:22 Common Misconceptions About In-Season Training
02:42 The Amateur vs. Professional Training Approach
04:57 Year-Round Training Strategy
06:38 Managing Fatigue and Prioritizing Training Elements
11:21 Example Training Splits for In-Season
14:23 Adapting Training to Individual Needs
19:38 Final Thoughts

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In this episode of the Rugby Muscle Podcast, you'll learn how the science-based fitness industry can overwhelm and mislead athletes, leading to stagnated progress. Where all this information comes from, where the science can mislead and lead to confusion and paralysis by analysis.

00:00 Introduction
02:59 The Problem with the Fitness Industry
04:43 Why Knowledge is overwhelming
07:52 Misleading Science and Evidence-Based Claims
14:44 Practical Training Advice
19:18 Conclusion and Next Steps

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In this episode of the Rugby Muscle Podcast, we revisit an insightful interview with fitness expert Dr. Mike Israetel. Dr. Mike, known for his Renaissance Periodization YouTube channel and various fitness apps and books.
You're going to love it.

The discussion covers practical advice for managing training volume in multi-sport athletes like rugby players, emphasizes the importance of consistency over perfection, and offers tips for fostering a love for training.

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00:00 Introduction and Welcome

05:06 Balancing S&C and Rugby Training

08:46 Importance of Keeping Training Records

11:16 Adjusting Training During High-Intensity Periods

14:43 Nutrition Strategies for Athletes

18:28 Maintaining Muscle During Rugby Season

19:56 Real-World Application of Sports Science

24:38 Psychological Aspects of Training and Winning

29:57 Athletes as Machines: Fine-Tuning Performance

32:30 The Disconnect Between Coaches and Sports Scientists

35:06 Consistency Over Perfection in Training

42:09 The Importance of Enjoying Training

51:34 Final Thoughts

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