Offseason Mistakes That Set You Back – What Rugby Players Must Do Now

What should rugby players really be doing during the offseason?In this short and powerful episode, Gurthro Steenkamp and Ben Pegna break down how to use your offseason wisely — whether you’re a young academy player, a seasoned pro, or somewhere in between.They cover:The difference between offseason and preseasonHow to balance rest, recovery, and readinessCommon mistakes that derail your comebackWhy reviewing your season and realigning your vision is criticalThe importance of skill work and personal discipline over the breakThis is your offseason playbook — a chance to recharge, refocus, and come back stronger than ever.🎧 Like, follow, and leave a rating if this episode helped you plan your break.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Offseason Strategies02:59 Understanding Offseason vs Preseason11:26 Setting Goals and Evaluating Performance15:01 Challenges and Threats During Offseason23:21 Skill Acquisition and Personal Development27:20 Structuring Your Offseason PlanIf you're a rugby player, coach, or front-rower looking to improve your game and gain insights from one of the best, this episode is a must-watch! 🎙️🔥🔔 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE & TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS for more rugby insights from top players & coaches!📲 Follow us for more rugby content:📩  Join Coach G’s Free Community - https://thescrumdominatormindset.mykajabi.com/offers/JNLUYzpiFollow us on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ - https://www.instagram.com/lessonsfromthegamepodcastFollow Coach G on⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠ - https://www.instagram.com/ggsteenkampFollow Ben on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ - https://www.instagram.com/benpegna