When it comes to kicking for the sideline from a penalty or free kick, which is your choice: do you focus on finding touch with a safe approach to the…
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Garmin vivofit review
Rugby players love their training kit and tech, so they’ll be interested in Garmin’s new vivofit, a stylish new fitness tracker that would not look too shabby on your wrist. The…
Want to lose weight? Here’s how… Part 2
Five a day won’t keep fat at bay Forget five portions of fruit and veg a day – it should be nine a day. And of those nine servings, at least…
Want to lose weight? Here’s how… Part 1
Portions and protein “Cut down on the size of your portions,” says Lovell. “If you’re used to having four slices of toast for breakfast, eat three instead, and just half…
Mini Rugby Video: How to push pass
EVEN SOME of the world’s best rugby players struggle to pass well off both hands, so it’s important for mini players to practise this skill. Whether you’re a front-rower or…
Rugby World fitness: Spring like Israel Folau
LOOKING TO improve your rugby fitness? Take a look at this video for three gym exercises that will help you get more height in your vertical jump and more spring…
Mini Rugby Video: The parachute fall
TACKLING IS a skill every mini rugby player is eager to learn, but it is just as important to learn how to take a tackle. Fall the wrong way…
Mini Rugby Video: The two-on-one
A TWO-ON-ONE is a core skill that every player should learn – and this video explains how.
Mini Rugby Video: How to switch pass
THE SWITCH pass is a great skill to master if you want to beat defenders. Watch this video to see how it’s done and you can read a step-by-step guide…
How to have the perfect pre-season
Take a break Before you get stuck into pre-season training, you need a good off-season to let your body recover. It’s crucial to give your body time to recuperate from…