The Rugby Muscle Podcast

We're back again with the Glute Guy, Bret Contreras to discuss how using the hip thrust can get you faster if you do it right... and more importantly, how to do it right, what you need to consider if you want to get better (and why) and how in-depth you can really go with your training for rugby performanceSupport the show

This episode was a huge notch on the old belt for TJ, that's because he was joined by the Glute Guy Bret Contreras.The guys discussed how and why science is incredibly important in your training, the limitations of research and the reason why it's important to really believe in your coach.Enjoy!!!Support the show

You know the drill by now, we're back again with Beast Eric Duechle and we're answering your questions from Instagram:Specific style of training? How did he get noticed as a young player? Whats your biggest asset as a player and how did you get it? How can you have that muscle with the work rate needed for flanker? What does he see for USA Rugby in the future? Favourite Supplement? Favourite Training Movement? Favourite Food? Eric's Details:Youtube Channel: Being Eric DuechleInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericduechle/@tj.strength@rugbymuscleSupport the show

Today's episode features our very first Major League Rugby player, Seattle Seawolves star Beast Eric Duechle.When you look at Eric you may be forgiven for mistaking him for a dumb meathead, but when you like past the beastly physique there is a man who puts a lot of thought into everything he does.You'll notice that a lot when you listen to this episode where we discuss his rugby journey, mistakes and opportunities he made and how he structures his current life as a professional player including his workouts, recovery techniques and how he gets himself at his BEST on gameday!There's a ton of positive energy in this episode and we hope you feel it!Eric's Details:Youtube Channel: Being Eric DuechleInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericduechle/@tj.strength@rugbymuscleSupport the show

We're back again with Coach Sportland going through the usual Thursday riff raff of Instagram questions! This week they were:How does independant coaching compare to being a team staff member? Whens the best time to do speed training? Do jumps/throws have to be sequenced before lifts or are there advantages to during/after? How should my training week look as  Monday-Friday school teaching rugby player?I’m naturally fast but suffer hamstring tears - help? To get a discount for his live Speed Development Seminar use the code "TJ" at checkouthttps://coachsportland.co.uk/product/speed-development-seminar-rigs-gym/@coach_sportland@tj.strength@rugbymuscleSupport the show

In today's episode TJ chats with Sam Portland, Strength and Conditioning Coach and Boat-House owner.Coach Sportland is a specialist in prepping elite-level athletes to reach new-levels of sports performance, particularly with speed.Today, the guys discuss what strength and conditioning looks like in the real world, why it might be a good idea to do LESS and how to know what you're doing is right.To get a discount for his live Speed Development Seminar use the code "TJ" at checkouthttps://coachsportland.co.uk/product/speed-development-seminar-rigs-gym/@coach_sportland@tj.strength@rugbymuscleSupport the show

We made it to 100 episodes somehow and tried to do a live Q&A to celebrate, but technology isn't our best friend, we still got it recorded for all of you here on the #RugbyMusclePodcastQuestions were: Best neck strengthening exercises for a prop? How big is too big for rugby? Is there a best day to train legs based on a game on Saturday and training Tuesday and Thursday? How does rear foot position / height have an impact on the effectiveness of a Bulgarian Split Squat? Best match day diet for a 2pm kick off? Pre and post and breakfast the day after? Is there any benefit to taking creatine with your protein shake? Quickest way to cut weight effectively? Support the show

TJ sits down with Munster U20s young phenom prop Daragh Fitzgerald to talk rugby life.Daragh was one of the very first Athletes to go through the Rugby Muscle System and he has never looked back since.In this episode they discuss his weekly routine, what it takes to achieve your dream of playing rugby at the highest level, the mistakes he made and what he would've done differently if he'd repeated it.We at Rugby Muscle are extremely proud of Daragh and everything he has achieved so far as a 19-year-old and look forward to his career in the future!@daragh.fitzgerald@tj.strength@rugbymuscleSupport the show

In today's episode, TJ asks Dr James Hoffmann some random questions from Instagram.We loved Dr James coming on the podcast and if you did please let us know! Questions were:1g protein per pound? Training before breakfast? Least favourite comic book character? Favourite supplement? Best ways to combine rugby and bodybuilding? Future predictions for USA Rugby? Support the show

In this Rugby Muscle Podcast TJ talks shop with Dr James Hoffmann of Renaissance Periodization.Dr James is a former rugby player and coach himself, much of which he did whilst lecturing at Temple University and studying at ETSUThe guys discuss the nuances is in rugby training and how you can make sure what you're doing is effective. More about Dr James and where you can find his stuff to buy:https://renaissanceperiodization.com/team-member/james-hoffmannInstagrams:@rpdrjames@tj.strength@rugbymuscleSupport the show