THIS IS the fourth in a series of conditioning combos put together by Harlequins head of strength & conditioning John Dams. They are all dynamic three-exercise circuits or ‘triple sets’,…
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Pro’s Playbook: Midfield Attacking Options
EVERY MONTH we rack the brains of the professionals to bring you the best tips to help you improve your game! We speak to John Fletcher, RFU Development Manager and…
How to – Fight the Festive Flab
THE FESTIVE season always leads to an increased intake of food and drink. But try to keep your diet in check, maintain some sort of training routine and get rid…
Pro’s Playbook: Target Blindside Return
EVERY MONTH we rack the brains of the professionals to bring you the best tips to help you improve your game! We speak to Lyn Jones, ex-Wales flanker and head…
How to – Stay in Top Condition
AS THE festive season looms, you will need to manage your time and social life well, writes John Dams, Harlequins’ head of strength and conditioning. So while others take a…
Conditioning combo 3: sled drags, press-ups & med ball throws
THIS IS the third in a series of conditioning combos put together by Harlequins head of strength & conditioning John Dams. They are all dynamic three-exercise circuits or ‘triple sets’,…
How to – Reduce body fat
WITH WINTER approaching and the temptation for comfort food rising, it’s important to keep tabs on your body fat, writes Harlequins’ head of strength and conditioning John Dams. If you’re…
Conditioning combo 2: Push press, sit-ups and burpees
THIS IS the second a series of conditioning combos put together by Harlequins head of strength & conditioning John Dams. They are all dynamic three-exercise circuits or ‘triple sets’, which…
Conditioning combo 1: Tyre flip, jump and shuttle
IN THE first of a series of conditioning combos put together by Harlequins head of strength & conditioning John Dams, you need to flip over a tractor tyre, jump through…
Develop in-season fitness
THE SEASON is here and the hard work isn’t over, writes John Dams. Don’t get stuck in the gym doing things you’re good at; get on the pitch and WORK…