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Rugby
All things Rugby Gym. Includes rugby specific workouts and position specific exercises.


How to structure your gym week if you play rugby on Wednesdays and Saturdays
Midweek and weekend games? Welcome to the pain cave. This schedule is common in uni leagues, development squads, and semi-pro rugby—but...
Luca Feser
Jul 122 min read


Recovery and prehab: the gym work you do after the match
You've just pushed through 90 minutes on the pitch, or battled for 80 on the rugby field. The final whistle blows, and your body feels...
Luca Feser
Jul 103 min read


Rugby's acceleration game: gym exercises for lightning-fast players
In rugby, it’s not always about hitting top speed over 100 metres; it’s about that explosive first few steps—the acceleration that lets...
Luca Feser
Jul 82 min read


Rugby winger workouts for speed and agility
What makes a rugby winger Wingers are rugby’s speedsters, sprinting down the flanks to score tries. They dodge defenders with quick...
Luca Feser
Jul 41 min read


Rugby flanker workouts for endurance and power
What makes a rugby flanker Flankers are rugby’s all-action warriors, tackling relentlessly and supporting attacks. They chase breakdowns...
Luca Feser
Jul 21 min read


Why am I fit in the gym but gassed on the pitch?
You know the feeling. Crushing your gym sessions all week, hitting personal bests, feeling unstoppable. Then Saturday comes around and...
Luca Feser
Jul 12 min read


Why mobility matters for rugby players
What is mobility in rugby Mobility is about moving joints freely with strength and control. For rugby players, it powers explosive...
Luca Feser
Jun 281 min read


What physical attributes do I need for my rugby position?
Rugby's beauty lies in its diversity. It's "a game for all shapes and sizes" where "each position requires a different set of physical...
Luca Feser
Jun 272 min read


Gym workouts every rugby player needs
At CURVA, we know rugby isn't just about hitting the pitch; it is about building a body that can dominate every tackle, every ruck, and...
Luca Feser
Jun 242 min read


Off-season vs in-season rugby training plans
What are off-season and in-season plans in rugby Off-season plans build raw strength and power for scrums and tackles. In-season plans...
Luca Feser
Jun 221 min read


Scheduling rugby workouts around your season
Why scheduling matters in rugby Rugby players balance gruelling matches, training, and recovery. A poorly timed workout can lead to...
Luca Feser
Jun 161 min read


How to structure an off-season rugby plan to build strength
The off-season is the best time for rugby players to build real strength. Without the weekly load of matches and tactical sessions, we...
Luca Feser
Jun 142 min read


Rugby scrum-half workouts for agility and speed
What makes a rugby scrum-half Scrum-halves are the playmakers of rugby, orchestrating the game with quick passes and sharp runs. They...
Luca Feser
Jun 131 min read


Tracking weights for rugby progressive overload
What is progressive overload in rugby Progressive overload means gradually increasing weights or reps to build strength. For rugby...
Luca Feser
Jun 71 min read


Rugby prop workouts for explosive power
What makes a rugby prop Props are the powerhouse of the scrum, driving the pack forward with raw strength. They anchor the front row,...
Luca Feser
Jun 31 min read


Rugby Stretching is the best way to stay Injury Free
Tired of being sidelined by preventable injuries? Research shows that targeted stretching reduces rugby injuries by 55% , but most...
Luca Feser
Jun 21 min read
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