Common Rugby injuries: Rotator Cuff tear

Simon Moyes

There were injuries galore in the rugby news last week, and what better opportunity to introduce a new series of articles by leading consultant orthopaedic surgeon Simon Moyes on how to identify and treat common rugby injuries.The first up is one that can happen very easily and causes players a

Rugby Fitness: Warm-up Drills to avoid injury

England Rugby

Warm ups are an essential pre-requisite to any physical activity, and none more so than Rugby. Some lower league teams opt for the 'keep warm inside' option, some go for the drop-goal practising, whilst others might run a few half-hearted moves.However, warming up properly can help to stave off injury,

Pre-Season Rugby Fitness Training Programme

Pre-season fitness training at the top rugby clubs is already in full swing, but if you're looking to get in shape for the new season, check out this detailed pre-season fitness programme.The plan has been developed by our sponsor Sci-Mentor Nutrition, and there is plenty of information and sample training

Is it just me or are sit ups a waste of time?

Every rugby player wants to be a little bit fitter, and in many cases a lttle bit trimmer.  Most people at amateur level don't have that much time to dedicate to endless hours in the gym, so it's always good to know that what you are doing will make a

Fitness Training for Rugby

As the new rugby season draws closer, pre-season training steps up a gear and Rugby Fitness expert Sam Tomkins has produced two free guides for readers of The Rugby Blog.The first is a guide to Interval Training, designed to improve fitness levels specifically for rugby. Sessions have been created