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Rugby, like many field sports, consists of lots of low intensity activity punctuated by bursts of extremely high intensity activity. Preparing for this, and trying to build up the right kind of 'explosive' fitness can be difficult. Like many aspects of the game however, the increasing professionalization and use of scientific methods can provide an answer . . .

The rugby season (and off season) can be broken down into a number of periods for the purposes of training and fitness. Put simply, there is pre season, the season itself, post season and off season. Each one presents its own particular challenges and needs to the coach and player, and should be met with very specific and very different styles of training. . . .

Very few people reach the top by accident, whether in rugby or anywhere else in life. The surest way to realise your dreams, and reach the top of your game or career, is through realistic planning and goal setting. This applies to both players and coaches in a rugby setting. Your own personal goals can be phrased as answers to questions to yourself -- "what do I want to do?", "where do I want to go", etc. . . .

Knowing where to position himself and what line to take in a run are vital for every back on a rugby team, but none more so than the fullback. As the literal last line of defence, the fullback often has the opportunity to make a try-saving tackle or start a good counter-attack from receiving high ball . . .

It is almost impossible to understate the role a good rugby coach can have in transforming a team. Similarly, a bad or unskilled coach can ruin a team's morale and create a team of under-achievers. Just contrast the recent fates of the rugby union teams of Ireland and England, both of whom have relatively recently changed coaches . . .

A good coach is all things to all people -- inspirational, knowledgeable, intelligent and perceptive. There are so many different aspects of being a coach that it can be difficult to know what to focus on when trying to improve your own performance, never mind your team's. . . .

The kicking game has been under a lot of pressure in rugby union recently as it has become the attacking weapon of choice for many teams after changes in the breakdown laws. However, there are lessons to be learned from rugby league, and your team might well benefit from a more kicking-oriented game . . .

Rugby league/Union has always been an intensely physical game and one that strains its players' bodies to the very limits of their abilities and tests every part of the body. This is even more true now than ever and coaches need to respond to that fact, not only if they want to be more successful but for their players' welfare . . .

Not every forward needs to contest every ruck every time. Often the ball is already won or lost by the time they get there (these things can be decided in seconds), so things quickly descend into a pile-up. This may seem obvious, but when it comes down to it, players might not be clear on when or when not to join a ruck. . . .

As a coach, there are many elements of the game that you must prepare your players for. They need to be physically fit, tactically aware and have mastery over the skills of the game. But beyond this, they must have the mental preparation to ensure they play to the top of their game. . . .

30 min SAQ video with Leeds University Conditioning Coach Mike Ferrandino. This session can be included into a training session or used as a stand alone recovery session . . .

Mental toughness is one of the most elusive goals of all elite players. It is one of the greatest accolades a professional player can have -- that he is said to be tough under pressure and consistent in performance. . . .

The ideal coach not only passes on his experiences to players and develops their skills, but does so quickly, bringing out the full potential of his players. The ultimate image is of the elite coach who joins a team and totally transforms their performance over the course of one season. While you may not be quite there yet, there is certainly a lot you can do to speed up your players' learning experience. . . .

Game sense rugby coaching is an increasingly popular style of coaching in many sports, and in particular, both codes of rugby. Originally popularised in Australia, it is also known as Teaching Games for Understanding (TGfU) or the Empowerment or Questioning Approach. . . .

Every good rugby coach has their own personal style, values and unique view on rugby coaching that make up their coaching philosophy. It is important for any coach to think about their own style and try and develop it fully into an all-round philosophy. Here are some thoughts on why you might want to do this, and how best to go about it . . .

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