21
May
TL;DR
Chain deadlift is lighter at the bottom and heavier at the top and heavier loads lead to greater muscle activation... thanks science.
The trap bar high be better for athletes as it shows...
21
Apr
TL;DR
Contact jump mats are accurate for most mortals but might underestimate any freaks you train.
Rugby players are bigger, significantly stronger and faster than they were 13 years ago
Vibration and deadlift are both good warm...
10
Mar
First of all dear reader apologies for missing out on February I haven't been keeping this blog up to date as I would like. Something I plan to remedy in the immediate future.
Blood pressure...
12
Sep
TL;DR
Eccentric strength is important for change of direction
Squat and hip abduction are the best prevention for knee valgus when landing
Low rest between angonist/antagonist supersets makes gains.
Total body training crammed together isn't much worse than...
11
Feb
The Importance of maximal leg strength and drop jump performance
15 female rugby players where tested for 1RM, Counter movment jump, Squat Jump and Drop jumps from various heights.
The players where split into strong groups...