Unlocking Sport Science for Amateur Rugby Players w/ Caradoc Conditioning

Today on the Rugby Muscle Podcast, TJ discusses rugby strength and conditioning with Jake Colley Davis, aka Caradoc Conditioning. Topics include effective training methods, injury prevention, aerobic fitness, and balancing strength with rugby skill development. Practical advice on improving your game and staying fit as a rugby player is shared throughout the episode.Join our Free Skool Community to ask questions before we start charging for access:https://www.skool.com/rugby-muscle-athletes/aboutMore from Jake:https://www.caradocconditioning.com/https://www.instagram.com/caradoc_conditioning/More from Rugby Muscle:The Rugby Athlete Blueprinthttps://rugby-muscle.com/14DRABRugby Muscle Elite 1on1 Coachinghttps://rugby-muscle.com/elite/Team Rugby Musclehttps://rugbymuscle.programs.app/0:00 Introduction03:20 Jake's Rugby Journey06:39 Dealing with Shoulder Injuries08:10 Bulletproofing Shoulders for Rugby15:32 The Birth of Caradoc Conditioning20:58 From Theory to Practice in Coaching32:38 Challenges in Online Coaching38:54 The Importance of Progress in Training39:54 Challenges of Semi-Professional Athletes41:14 Training Techniques for Rugby Players45:33 Genetics and Training Adaptations47:54 The Role of Aerobic Fitness in Rugby52:03 Full Range of Motion vs. Partial Range01:03:31 The Value of Pull-Ups in Training01:06:12 Coaching Mindsets and Weight Targets01:12:05 The Bronco Test and Fitness Standards01:14:36 Balancing Quality and Quantity in Training01:21:03 Challenges for Rugby Coaches01:22:09 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsSupport the show