The Rugby Muscle Podcast

Should Fitness Be Done at Rugby Training?! Coaching Discussion w/ Colin Johnson

April 04, 2024 Rugby Muscle: Gym, Training, Diet and Strength and Conditioning Season 7 Episode 22
The Rugby Muscle Podcast
Should Fitness Be Done at Rugby Training?! Coaching Discussion w/ Colin Johnson
Show Notes

Today's Rugby Muscle Podcast features Colin Johnson, a coach finishing his Masters in coaching science. He is also TJ's former captain from the team he coached and now the coach of that same team.
This discussion unpacks a debate surrounding fitness integration into rugby coaching, offering insights from their experiences as coaches of amateur teams.

Perfect for coaches, players, and rugby enthusiasts, this episode highlights innovative approaches to enhancing rugby performance through focused fitness training.


0:00 Introduction
2:00 Coaching styles and why it's important
5:00 Different feedback for different players   
8:40 BIG DISCUSSIONShould fitness be done at rugby training? How?
55:50 What is the role of the coach as a whole?
1:02:40 Most important attribute as a coach? 
1:16:12 Conclusion: Recap and teaser for future topics.

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