

'No d*ckheads'. Building the best rugby players in the world with Nic Gill (Strength and Conditioning Coach at the All Blacks)
5 snips Aug 31, 2017
Nic Gill, Strength and Conditioning Coach for the All Blacks, shares his insights into building elite rugby players. He discusses the evolving demands of rugby training and the delicate balance of technical and physical preparation. Nic emphasizes the importance of player relationships for optimal performance and explores the myths surrounding strength and conditioning—debunking the notion that bigger is always better. He also reflects on the significance of mental resilience and tailored training approaches to ensure players thrive under the pressures of high-level competition.
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1 2 3 4 5 6
Intro
00:00 • 4min
Evolving Demands in Rugby Coaching
03:53 • 4min
Raising Standards in High-Performance Rugby
07:37 • 13min
Adapting Training Philosophy in World Rugby
21:05 • 5min
Measuring Coaching Success Beyond Numbers
26:05 • 10min
Reflections on Triathlon Training and Engagement
36:03 • 2min