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EPISODE · Nov 27, 2025 · 11 MIN

Train Smarter for Rugby: The Big Mistakes Amateur Players Make in the Gym

from The Rugby Muscle Podcast · host Rugby Muscle: Gym, Training, Diet and Strength and Conditioning

In this episode, I break down the biggest mistake amateur rugby players make in the gym, copying pro-level training. I share my own journey, explain why pro methods don’t work for players balancing work, school, and life, and show the simple framework I use to help athletes get stronger, fitter, faster, and stay injury-free. I also walk you through my first-principles approach so you can build a sustainable system that actually improves your rugby performance. In this episode:00:00 Introduction: The Common Mistake in Rugby Training01:40 Personal Journey: From Amateur to Coach03:04 The Problem of Information Overload04:31 The Reality of Amateur Training07:11 The First Principles Approach09:44 Conclusion: Building a Sustainable Training SystemJoin Team Rugby MuscleGet personalised 1on1 Coaching from me for S&CGet early access to the ALL-NEW 5-day Rugby Athlete BlueprintSupport the showSupport the show

In this episode, I break down the biggest mistake amateur rugby players make in the gym, copying pro-level training. I share my own journey, explain why pro methods don’t work for players balancing work, school, and life, and show the simple framework I use to help athletes get stronger, fitter, faster, and stay injury-free. I also walk you through my first-principles approach so you can build a sustainable system that actually improves your rugby performance. In this episode: 00:00 I...

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