Podcasts about Rugby union

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This week on The Knock On, KCLR Sport's weekly rugby podcast, Stephen Byrne is joined by Tom Crotty of Carlow Rugby Club, James Blanchfield from Kilkenny RFC, and Paddy Browne of Tullow RFC to break down all the latest action from across the local rugby scene.Carlow delivered a dominant performance in the Towns Cup, overpowering New Ross 66–0 to book their place in the next round, where they will face Wicklow. The fixture also carried a poignant moment, with a tribute paid to the late Martin Dunphy. Martin was a former Carlow player and a central figure in the club's golden era, playing a pivotal role in the historic Towns Cup teams that achieved an unprecedented three-in-a-row in 1992, 1993 and 1994.The scheduled ladies' game involving Carlow was unfortunately called off due to adverse weather conditions.Kilkenny also progressed in the Towns Cup following a solid 27–7 victory over Enniscorthy. They now set up a next-round clash with Tullow. It was a successful outing for Kilkenny across the board, with their women's side continuing their impressive form by defeating Navan 24–10. That result leaves the Kilkenny women with an outstanding record of nine wins from ten games this season.Tullow, meanwhile, had a bye in the Towns Cup but came into the next round with confidence after a strong league win over Seapoint the previous week, despite finishing that match with just 13 players. Tullow returns to league action this weekend with a challenging fixture away to Wicklow.We also bring you all the latest youth rugby news and updates from around the region.All that and more on The Knock On.

This week on The Knock On, KCLR Sport's weekly rugby podcast, Stephen Byrne is joined by Tom Crotty of Carlow Rugby Club, James Blanchfield from Kilkenny RFC, and Paddy Browne of Tullow RFC to break down all the latest action from across the local rugby scene.Kilkenny RFC picked up a strong home win over Mullingar, running out 28–17 victors in Leinster League Division 1B after scoring four tries to two. They're back at home this weekend as Clondalkin come to town, while the Kilkenny women travel to face South East Lions on Sunday.Carlow RFC enjoyed a dominant away win against Clondalkin, winning 40–17, and now turn their attention to an away trip to Gorey this weekend. It was a tougher outing for the Carlow women, who were beaten by Birr in Division 4.Tullow RFC were edged out at home by Tullamore in a high-scoring Division 1A encounter, losing 35–28. They face a tough test away to Seapoint this weekend. Tullow women were beaten 38–10 by Wicklow in the AIL and will look to bounce back at home against UL Bohemians.We also bring you all the latest youth rugby news and updates from around the region.All that and more on The Knock On.

From growing up in a Rugby Union family to discovering basketball at 15, and the journey that led him to the NBL, Tyrell talks life off the court: With his fiancée Kalani Tyrell opens up on the balancing act of supporting two professional basketball careers and raising a young family. He also reflects on the moment he cracked the Bullets roster, his growth as a player, and the surreal experience of joining the Denver Nuggets for Summer League.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

durée : 00:02:12 - Esprit sport - Alors que le tournoi des VI nations vient de se lancer, Esprit Sport évoque le rugby bien-être et santé, à travers les RUBieS, premier club de rugby santé affilié à la Fédération française de rugby. A Franconville, il est dirigé par Eric Dedenis, qui aimerait que la pratique se démocratise. Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les autres épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France.

durée : 00:01:57 - Esprit sport - Alors que le XV de France débute son tournoi des Six Nations contre l'Irlande, Esprit sport vous propose de découvrir les RUBieS, le premier club de rugby santé de France. Il compte actuellement plusieurs centaines d'adhérents comme Sonia et Christine, inscrites depuis la rentrée à Franconville. Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les autres épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France.

durée : 00:01:48 - Esprit sport - À l'occasion du début du Tournoi des Six Nations de rugby, Esprit Sport vous fait découvrir une autre facette du ballon ovale : le rugby santé, à travers les RUBieS. Une association ou les proches peuvent accompagner les malades au quotidien. C'est le cas de "Papi Daninou", notre troisième invité. Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les autres épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France.

durée : 00:01:54 - Esprit sport - Avant que ne débute le tournoi des VI nations de rugby, Esprit sport vous propose de découvrir les RUBieS, une association sportive d'intérêt général affiliée à la Fédération Française de Rugby. La pratique du rugby à cinq y est encadrée par des éducateurs sportifs comme Dimitri Haquin. Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les autres épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France.

durée : 00:01:49 - Esprit sport - Alors que le tournoi des VI nations de rugby va débuter, Esprit sport s'intéresse au Rugby Union Bien-Etre Santé : les RUBieS. Répartie au sein de différentes sections présentes sur tout le territoire, l'association compte actuellement plusieurs centaines d'adhérents comme Roselyne et Barbara. Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les autres épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France.

One of the most enduring two-code careers in Australasian sport belongs to Brad Thorn. An All Black, Crusader, Highlander, Bronco, Queenslander, and Kangaroo, Thorn has nearly done it all over the span of his 40 year career. ‘Champions Do Extra', is Thorn's memoir, and it delves into his legendary rugby career and the lessons he's learnt along the way. He began working on it after he finished up with the Reds. “I thought, if I'm going to write something, surely I've learned something over the last 30 years, y'know, now is the time.” He was a part of three champion Brisbane Broncos sides and a World Cup winning All Blacks side – an achievement he maintains is the greatest of his career. “The Grand Final of Grand Finals,” he told Piney. “Everything was on the line.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan react to a packed weekend of Rugby League action and off-field debate.The pair review the latest Challenge Cup fixtures, breaking down the standout performances and biggest talking points. They discuss the future of international Rugby League, as Martyn and Jake debate whether NRL players leaving the sport to pursue a Rugby Union World Cup highlights shortcomings in Rugby League's own World Cup structure.They also look ahead to the business end of the season, discussing which teams could meet in the Super League Grand Final, before analysing growing speculation around the England head coach role, with Brad Arthur and Willie Peters both reportedly showing interest.Elsewhere, the episode covers key transfer and media news, including Cameron Smith's departure to Wakefield next season, Tex Hoy's new club, and whether Sky Sports will bid for Super League broadcasting rights in the next major TV deal.

A once in a generation player, Brad Thorn has achieved great things on the field. He's arguably the greatest code swapper rugby league and union have ever seen, winning the World Cup with the All Blacks, Crusaders titles, NRL titles, and he represented the Kangaroos and played in State of Origin. Thorn's had an immense amount of success across his 30-year career, and he's detailed the lessons he's learned in his new book, ‘Champions Do Extra'. The book's title stems from a sentiment expressed by Thorn's father when he was younger – encouraging them to take that one extra step when applying themselves to anything. “If you ask me who was my best coach, I'd say my dad,” he told Mike Hosking. “A lot of it was around mindset, and y'know, having a positive mindset and putting in the work, bringing the work ethic and then being able to have the belief, to having earned the belief to be able to, y'know, achieve the things you want to achieve and the potential you have.” While some measure of natural ability is always useful, Thorn believes it's the work you put in that allows you to become great. “There's many times with Richie McCaw, there's different parts of the game that I didn't initially think he was natural at,” he explained to Hosking. “But he just worked hard, y'know, and you saw those parts of his game develop.” “Hard work takes you a long way.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most teams double down when things stall. More drills. More meetings. More effort.Mike Cron (one of world rugby's most successful coaches) did the opposite.Instead of searching for answers inside his own sport, he started borrowing from others: different games, different pressures, different ways of thinking about performance. This bite size episode is about learning how to see what others miss.If you're responsible for people, results, or momentum - this will change how you think about improvement. Learn more about Mike here: https://www.mikecroncoaching.co.nz/   Use Code "PQPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Interested in sharing your story? Email Producer Shannon at support@performanceintelligence.com today with your story and contact details. Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/Find out more about Andrew's Keynotes : https://performanceintelligence.com/keynotes/Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/Watch the Performance Intelligence Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@performanceintelligencepodcastIf you enjoy the podcast, we would really appreciate you leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Play. It takes less than 60 seconds and really helps us build our audience and continue to provide high quality guests.

Snoz ... just telling it how it is! An awesome interview.Sponsored by Cooks Plumbing Supplies. Check them out @ https://www.cooksplumbing.com.au

Gregor Paul, a colleague of mine here at NZME, the home of Newstalk ZB and the New Zealand Herald, wrote this about the just announced All Blacks v Springboks match in Baltimore: “This seems to me to be the most egregious money-grab in rugby's history: a decision that sells the genuine rugby fan short, compromises the physical well-being of the players and disrupts the nostalgic narrative of this being a traditional tour.” These are all fair points. I enjoy Gregor's writing. I love his succinct summary of the state of New Zealand rugby. His irascible Celtic mindset regularly holds a candle to the feet of NZR, for that we should be grateful. That sentence I referred to, bristling with indignation, maybe accurate and grim but sadly that's what rugby is and will continue to be. NZR have a duty of care with regards the financial security of our national game and recent history suggests they're trying hard to plug the fiscal leaks in the game, with the likes of the controversial and still-to-be-proven-astute Silverlake dive into the murky swamp of private equity. The fact that home test matches are dwindling in frequency, that players are being squeezed physically at every juncture, and that tradition has been pushed in front of a bus is of no surprise. Like Formula 1 drivers of the 50's and 60's, the modern rugby player is expendable and although they won't be killed as a result of their working conditions, if they burn out too early, never mind, here's another one to fill the breach. Some players appear intent on doing it to themselves, the much vaunted and demanded sabbatical, a concept based on rest and recovery, is now just a cash grab greedily swallowed by players with no apparent care for their own physical health. Bigger squads, higher player turn over, all drenched in money – all acceptable in the current rugby climate. Gregor is sadly right, but that's the nature of progress. If that's what we call this. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Braith Anasta and Dan Ginnane host this week’s Kayo NRL podcast to discuss all things rugby league — sharing their two cents on the Lomax situation, Angus Crichton’s move to Rugby Union for the 2027 World Cup, and previewing several teams’ chances of winning this season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third and final episode of Season 5, Smithy is joined by Welsh rugby superstar Louis Rees-Zammit as he reflects on his meteoric rise to fame and his bold transition to the NFL at the height of his career.Having made his Gloucester debut at just 18, the Welsh rugby winger looked destined for stardom—before making the shock decision to leave it all behind and pursue an NFL dream overseas.This episode explores elite sporting achievement, the pressures that accompany it, and how Louis overcame crippling homesickness to succeed in the world of rugby.Join us as we go #UnderTheSurface with Louis for an open and inspiring conversation about the mental battles that lie behind sporting success.

Mike ... just telling it how it is! An awesome interview.Sponsored by Cooks Plumbing Supplies. Check them out @ https://www.cooksplumbing.com.au

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In October 2025 Karl Budge was appointed as the new Blues CEO. Budge has previously served as the CEO of the ASB Classic, and been involved in the New Zealand Olympic Committee, SailGP, and the New Zealand Rugby Board. He joined Jason Pine to chat about plans and strategies for the Blues in 2026. On his relationship with other Rugby Union CEO's Budge said, "there's 80% that we get on like a house on fire, and want to collaborate and work together, and then there's 20% that we want to flog each other - and I quite like that dynamic." LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we start with football, where we look at the sacking of Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim after his explosive press conference criticising the club hierarchy. Not to be outdone, Chelsea have replaced manager Enzo Maresca with Liam Rosenior.In cricket it was the start of the fifth and final Ashes test in Sydney. After a promising start by England, with Joe Root hitting 160, it was sadly more of the same as Australia finished day 3 134 runs ahead of England and seemingly heading for a win to finish the series with a 4-1 win.It was the final round of the NFL regular season, and withit came late, late drama as the Ravens missed a field goal kick with just 2 seconds on the clock, meaning that their opponents the Steelers made the play offs instead. Meanwhile at the top of the table, the Seattle Seahawks topped the AFC and Denver Broncos the NFC, meaning they both have a bye for the first week of the playoffs.In a sport we rarely cover on Null & Void, we have the latest as teen darts sensation Luke Littler etched his name in the history books by defending his PDC World Championship crown at Ally Pally.We also have the latest in Rugby Union, Tennis and Golfbefore turning our guns towards the BBC in our “Get a Grip” after they have added England men's Six Nations to the long list of sports coverage they have lost to other channels.A splendid start to 2026!

In this episode, I break down the most effective upper body movements I use to build real rugby strength and on-field performance. This isn't bodybuilding or powerlifting, it's practical training that carries over directly to tackles, contact, and shoulder resilience.00:00 Intro02:18 Pull-ups05:50 Bench press07:58 Explosive push-ups 10:52 Single-arm rows 13:07 Face pulls14:23 Tricep extensions15:43 Hammer curls 16:45 Wrap up Join Team Rugby MuscleGet personalised 1on1 Coaching from me for S&CGet early access to the ALL-NEW 5-day Rugby Athlete BlueprintSupport the show

In this episode, I break down the most effective lower body movements I use to build rugby strength, speed, and resilience. I explain how each exercise transfers directly to on-field performance and how to program them correctly for real results.Join Team Rugby MuscleGet personalised 1on1 Coaching from me for S&CGet early access to the ALL-NEW 5-day Rugby Athlete BlueprintSupport the show

Choc joins us for a cool chat! Best of is presented by Pirtek. 

Join the Real Science of Sport Supporters club, and get access to the sports science community where at least one person (usually many more) knows the answer to every question you can possibly ask! Plus, engage on news, training, diet, and other sports science related topics with fellow listeners! A small monthly pledge makes you a Supporter, and the Science of Sport Community awaits!Show notesToday on the Spotlight, we kick off with a chat about whether your running shoes are causing injuries (4:24). This, after a former elite runner has sued Nike for an injury she claims was the result of running in carbon fiber plated footwear. Ross and Gareth talk about the complexity of running injuries, why proving a single cause is a near-impossible task, but why the claim is not necessarily a total no-hoper, given what we know about injury and these particular shoes. We look back at some precedents, sort of, where shoe companies have settled after claims, but with some very important subtle differences.We then shift to Track and Field for a pair of stories (32:29). World Athletics crowned their Athletes of the Year this week, with Mondo Duplantis and Sydeny McLaughlin-Levrone taking the overall honours. We throw some praise Mondo's way, and not because he's virtually unbeatable and playing with the World Record. We also discuss Grand Slam Track, which is surely in its final days after the depth of its latest financial hole were announced, and Track and Field Athletics, whose supposed demise may have been greatly exaggerated (37:23)We finish with a couple of contact sports stories. Ross co-authored a paper he thinks could transform how Rugby Union handles contact training to minimize head impacts (47:40). And we spotlight listener Petulant Skeptic, whose insights on infections and hand-washing in hospitals shed light on Guardian caps and reducing concussion risk (58:39).Oh, And Finally, Ross has a tale about a mattress that will do things you simply won't believe. Or at least, you shouldn't!Links to some articlesFormer elite runner sues Nike after being injured in AlphaflysIt's not all frivolous - this paper suggests a possible injury riskInjuries are multifactorial and very complex as this Umbrella Review makes clearOne of the papers I published with Dr Nic Tam on barefoot running, showing that even 8 weeks of supervised progression didn't turn us all into smooth barefoot runners, and may thus increase injury risk for manyVibram settled - not for causing injury, but for false claimsReducing full contact training in Rugby barely reduces head impacts in elite men's players - the paper we discussedThe outstanding post by Petulant Skeptic on what infection and handwashing may tell us about Guardian caps Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Todays episode is On Leadership and I am joined for the discussion by 2 great coaches. The first is Mike Dunlap. Mike is a basketball coach who has led teams in US Colleges, the NBA and in Australia. He was also an assistant with the Milwaukee Bucks when then they defeated the Phoenix Suns to win their first NBA Championship in 2021.The second is Rugby Union coach Franco Smith. As a player Franco represented South Africa as well as playing for clubs in South Africa, Italy, France and Wales. As a coach he has led teams to National Championships in Italy and South Africa and is presently the head coach of the Glasgow Warriors.Q: How do you mitigate the loneliness you might feel as a leader?Q: What philosophy guides you as a leaderQ: What did you do today to lead by example? If you would like to send us any feedback or if you know a great coach, who has a unique story to share, then we would love to hear from you, please contact us at paul@thegreatcoachespodcast.com or contact us through our website thegreatcoachespodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Mike unavailable, Iain Morton comes off the bench this week to discuss the latest twists and turns in the George Martin saga, look over a well-fought win over Newcastle and preview a tough voyage to La Rochelle. In amongst this, we ponder if a real life tiger did meet Martin Johnson in the 90's!

In this episode, I break down the biggest mistake amateur rugby players make in the gym, copying pro-level training. I share my own journey, explain why pro methods don't work for players balancing work, school, and life, and show the simple framework I use to help athletes get stronger, fitter, faster, and stay injury-free. I also walk you through my first-principles approach so you can build a sustainable system that actually improves your rugby performance. In this episode:00:00 Introduction: The Common Mistake in Rugby Training01:40 Personal Journey: From Amateur to Coach03:04 The Problem of Information Overload04:31 The Reality of Amateur Training07:11 The First Principles Approach09:44 Conclusion: Building a Sustainable Training SystemJoin Team Rugby MuscleGet personalised 1on1 Coaching from me for S&CGet early access to the ALL-NEW 5-day Rugby Athlete BlueprintSupport the showSupport the show

In this bulletin, Cyclone Fina making landfall in Top End; Gunmen in Nigeria abduct 200 students and staff from Catholic school; and in Rugby Union, Wallabies hit by fresh injury blows ahead of France Test.

Our first cast this episode of the Big Fish comes to you from Broughton Island with fishing mad Wallaby Mark Gerrard.

In this bulletin. Kellie Sloane elected unopposed as leader of New South Wales Liberals, no consensus on major issues, on the final days of the COP30 climate summit in Brazil. And in Rugby Union, the Wallabies turn to Carter Gordon to avert an historic European whitewash.

Zac Lomax has long been linked with rebel rugby union venture R360, but for him to be given a release by Parramatta has ramped up speculation around the competition. Who else is in the picture and why are NRL players the only athletes being linked to this global rugby competition? Featured: Michael Carayannis, NRL reporter, Daily Telegraph.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

A much more docile pod this week as we run through a well deserved and creditable win for the Gloucester young guns away at Sale in the Prem Cup, England beating Australia in an impressive and controlled performance and Glos-Hartpury securing a comfortable win over Exeter Chiefs. Meanwhile more Head contact/Red card controversy as Ireland were on the wrong end of a decision in Chicago.Finally Ed went to watch t'other code as he saw a bit of a snooze fest in the second Rugby League ashes test - but wondered if there are lessons to take for England and Rugby Union.Ed PriceRuss BrookesCherry Jam is proud to be sponsored by PGT LLP

Foreign ministers meet to discuss an international peacekeeping force in Gaza; The Reserve Bank set to announce its decision on the cash rate; and in Rugby Union, Indigenous and Pasifika teams prepare for the Global Youth Sevens tournament

Australia have been knocked out of the Women's ODI World Cup by host nation India, who chased down a record total to progress. The age profile of this team means we are unlikely to see this group contend for this title together again, will this trigger the changing of the guard and are we ready? The AFLW is going into the final home and away round with movement inside the top eight guaranteed, and the Wallabies have made eight changes to the team that is set to take on England at Twickenham this weekend.Featured: Michelle Goszko, former Australian cricketer. Marnie Vinall, ABC Sport. Sean Maloney, Stan Sport. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

In this episode, I break down one of the biggest problems I see in rugby strength training players who lift hard in the gym but don't actually get stronger where it matters: on the field.After 15+ years coaching rugby athletes, I've seen it over and over again, guys following bodybuilding or powerlifting programs that don't translate to real rugby performance. So today, I explain two proven approaches I use with my athletes.In this episode: 00:00 Intro01:49 Common Mistakes in Rugby Strength Training05:42 The Berserker Approach: Max Effort Method07:41 The Tactician Approach: Percentage-Based Progression09:29 Why These Methods Work10:44 Wrap upJoin Team Rugby MuscleGet personalised 1on1 Coaching from me for S&CGet early access to the ALL-NEW 5-day Rugby Athlete BlueprintSupport the show

The 10 biggest strength and conditioning mistakes I see rugby players make from overtraining and poor recovery to chasing the wrong goals. I'll break down each one and show you how to fix them so you can perform better on the field. In this episode: 00:00 Intro01:30 Too Low-Level to Care03:10 Too Much Gym Time05:20 Expecting Perfect Recovery07:50 Chasing Leanness10:30 Overthinking Conditioning11:50 Overthinking Exercises14:15 Perfect Weeks Myth15:25 Perfect Sessions Myth17:10 Distracted Goals19:40 Procrastinating21:20 Wrap up As we put the finishing touches on the Rugby Recovery Code, get early access by requesting it herePlaybookJoin Team Rugby MuscleGet personalised 1on1 Coaching from me for S&CGet early access to the ALL-NEW 5-day Rugby Athlete BlueprintSupport the show

Could R360 take legal action against the eight unions who will deem any player that signs with the Saudi-backed league as ineligible for international rugby? New Zealand, England, Ireland, France, Scotland, Australia, South Africa, and Italy have joined forces against the competition, which is set to launch next year. While NZR has a policy to avoid selecting overseas-based players, other countries regularly pick from outside their domestic competitions. International Rugby Players' Association boss Omar Hassanein told Mike Hosking this precedent is likely to be explored by R360's lawyers. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Mike unavailable for selection, David Cowe is summoned from the subs bench to fill in to help review a topsy turvy win over Harlequins. We also process the sad news about Tigers hero Lewis Moody, as well as look ahead to the usual blood and thunder encounter with local rivals Northampton this weekend. 

This week on the Science for Sport Podcast, host Richard Graves is joined by Stuart Yule, Head of Physical Performance with the Scotland national rugby team. Stuart's career has spanned elite roles in football, hockey, and judo, before moving into rugby where he's been a driving force behind Glasgow Warriors' success and Scotland's rise on the international stage. Drawing on his unique background as a Commonwealth Games athlete, physiotherapist, and S&C coach, Stuart shares powerful insights into developing players who can thrive at the very highest level. This episode gives a rare behind-the-scenes look at how Scottish Rugby has evolved over the past decade and what it takes to prepare athletes to perform on the international stage. In this episode, you'll learn: * How Stuart's unique journey, from weightlifting in his dad's garage to competing for Scotland – shaped his approach to performance. * The key differences between preparing players at club vs. international level. * Why alignment across national pathways has been critical to Scotland's success. * How Scottish Rugby has raised physical standards and created a culture of continual improvement. * Lessons from other sports (including judo, athletics, and AFL) that are now embedded in rugby performance. * The importance of technical mastery, co-created training programmes, and athlete ownership in achieving world-class results. * How Scotland are preparing physically to compete with the best rugby nations in the world. About Stuart Yule Stuart Yule is Head of Physical Performance with the Scotland national rugby team. A two-time Commonwealth Games competitor in weightlifting, Stuart's career spans physiotherapy, strength & conditioning, and high-performance coaching. He has worked across football, hockey, and judo before joining Glasgow Warriors, where he played a pivotal role in their domestic and European success. Since 2017, Stuart has been a cornerstone of the Scotland national setup under Head Coach Gregor Townsend, helping raise performance standards and prepare players for the demands of test rugby. SIGN UP NOW: https://bit.ly/SFSepisode241 * ​ Learn Quicker & More Effectively * ​ Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery * ​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In * ​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese * ​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More * ​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance * ​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes * ​ Save Yourself The Stress & Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research

A big headache for NRL bosses ahead of the grand final. 10 stars are reportedly lined up to leave league, defecting to rugby union's Saudi-backed ‘R360', including Ryan Papenhuyzen, Zac Lomaz, and Warriors winger Roger Tuivasa-Sheck. The competition is targeting an October 2026 start date. But Australian Sports Journalist Jim Dolan confirmed to Mike Hosking that no one has officially signed onto the project yet. He says there's no coaches, no venues, and while there's plenty of talk of money coming in from around the world, no one's actually put their hand up and confirmed they're investing. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

England have won the women's Rugby Union World Cup on home soil. The Red Roses beat Canada 33 - 13 at Twickenham.

Headgear has been seen as one way to protect players, but a newly developed mouthguard could take brain injury prevention to a new level.  

In this episode, I break down why most recovery methods don't actually work. I explain what true recovery really is, how it ties into your training, and why you don't need fancy stuff to make progress.In this video00:00 Intro01:44 The Modern Recovery Industry02:55 Understanding True Recovery04:27 The Three Main Reasons for Recovery04:42 Training Hard Enough to Make Progress06:57 Making Adaptations Through Recovery09:02 Handling the Demands of Rugby11:36 Integrating Recovery into Training12:28 Wrap upAs we put the finishing touches on the Rugby Recovery Code, get early access by requesting it herePlaybookJoin Team Rugby MuscleGet personalised 1on1 Coaching from me for S&CGet early access to the ALL-NEW 5-day Rugby Athlete BlueprintSupport the show

Get 10% OFF at elitefts (CODE: TABLE TALK): https://www.elitefts.com/  Shop Bands: https://www.elitefts.com/shop/bands.html   We welcome Mike Niklos to this episode of Dave Tate's Table Talk Podcast!   Since 2008, Mike Niklos has worked with athletes at every stage—from young athletes just beginning their journey to the highest-caliber professionals in the world. With nearly two decades of coaching experience, Mike has designed and implemented long-term athletic development programs for youth ages 8–18, as well as elite-level, high-performance training for professional, collegiate, and Olympic athletes.   His resume reads like a roll call of global sports organizations. Mike has trained and developed athletes competing in the NFL, CFL, XFL, NBA, MLB, MLS, USWNT, NWSL, UEFA, BBL, and Rugby Union. His ability to adapt programming to the demands of each sport—and the specific needs of each athlete—has made him a sought-after resource in the world of strength and conditioning.   Mike's coaching philosophy blends science-based performance principles with practical, real-world experience. He understands that building a dominant athlete requires more than just raw strength; it's about developing speed, agility, power, durability, and mental toughness over time. His long-term approach to youth training lays a foundation that not only improves performance in the short term but sustains it throughout an athlete's career. For professionals, his programming is dialed in to optimize peak performance when it matters most—on game day.   https://www.instagram.com/niklos11/   THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS  Get 10% OFF Your Next Marek Health Labs (CODE: TABLETALK): https://marekhealth.com/ Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase: https://partners.drinklmnt.com/free-gift-with-purchase?utm_campaign=agwp&am…   Save Up to 20% at Sleepme (CODE: TABLE TALK): https://sleep.me/tabletalk Get 10% OFF RP Hypertrophy App (CODE: TABLE TALK) :https://go.rpstrength.com/hypertrophy-app/  Get 10% OFF at elitefts (CODE: TABLE TALK): https://www.elitefts.com/  Get 10% OFF at Granite Nutrition (CODE TABLETALK): https://granitenutrition.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=Dave_Tate Support Massenomics! https://www.massenomics.com/ Use the discount code ELITEFTS20 to save 20% on your next monthly, yearly, or lifetime MASS Research Review membership plan. The discount lasts FOREVER!  https://massresearchreview.com/     SUPPORT THE SHOW    All profits from elitefts Limited Edition Apparel, Table Talk Coffee, and Team elitefts Workouts, Programs, and Training eBooks support Dave Tate's Table Talk Podcast.    elitefts Shop: https://www.elitefts.com/  elitefts IG: https://www.instagram.com/elitefts/    elitefts  Limited Edition Apparel: https://www.elitefts.com/shop/apparel/limited-edition.html

In this video, I share my top 7 tips to help you minimize injury risk in rugby. From building strength and fitness to improving technique, managing training load, and recovering properly, these are the exact strategies I use to keep players strong, fit, and ready all season.In this episode: 00:00 Intro01:52 Tip 1: Accept the Risk of Rugby04:03 Tip 2: Get Strong05:57 Tip 3: Get Fit07:08 Tip 4: Improve Your Technique08:21 Tip 5: Expose Yourself to Game Stresses10:04 Tip 6: Manage Your Load12:00 Tip 7: Manage Your Recovery13:20 Wrap upPlaybookJoin Team Rugby MuscleGet personalised 1on1 Coaching from me for S&CGet early access to the ALL-NEW 5-day Rugby Athlete BlueprintSupport the show

Today's episode is an edited version of a talk about rugby union's concussion crisis which I gave to the North of England Medico-Legal Society in Newcastle in April 2025, for which I'd like to thank Alex Littlefair for the invitation. It looks at the history of concussion in men's rugby union, examines how it has changed over the past fifty years, investigates the impact of professionalism, and looks at the weight of cultural traditions which have held back the sport's ability to deal with the crisis confronting it. As well as looking at the evolution of its attitudes to concussion, I also look at how rugby union's hyper-masculine traditions - inherited from its founders in the mid-nineteenth century - have shaped its understanding of injuries and have remained essentially unchanged over almost two centuries. Perhaps we can find the roots of the problem not only in today's hyper-professional sport but also in its roots as the symbol of nineteenth-century manhood?

The conversation begins, continues, but rarely ends, on Discourse! As mentioned, you can become a member of our VIP community by donating a small monthly amount to show your support, and dive into sports science and opinion. We are also on YouTube now, for those who want to watch.Show notesIn today's spotlight, our Discourse Digest looks back at some remarkable track & field performances and how they set up enthralling races in the upcoming Tokyo World Championships. We talk Kipyegon, Tsegay, Chebet, Hodgkinson and Lyles. Tensions between the UCI and cycling teams boiled over with a standoff around rider tracking the latest in the ongoing rider-safety struggles. We discuss how the failure of both sides to compromise and communicate is impacting rider risk.Risk conversations continue with news that World Boxing will follow athletics' example by screening for sex to protect the integrity of the women's boxing category and the safety of its fighters. Finally, instrumented mouthguards now have an LED light, and we discuss how many are only now becoming aware of this innovation and system for head impact management in Rugby Union.In Centre Stage (48:17) we turn our attention to doping. Gabby Thomas has called for lifetime bans for coaches whose athletes dope. We explain why it's not quite that simple, legally and philosophically. It's all part of the complexity of the anti-doping landscape, which we explore further with examples of recent doping cases and claims about who bears fault, when bans begin and which performances are tainted.Listener Lens (1:01:58) involves discussion about heart rate as a guide to training intensity on hot days. Ross explains that we can measure, but not manage our training while our physiology does the necessary in the heat. That becomes a conversation about Zone 2 training in Ross Replies (1:09:47), as listener Niall shares questions about how to incorporate this training intensity into his journey towards fitness and performance.And finally (1:13:16), Josh asks who you'd put on your Mount Rushmore of athletes? An impossible question, but Gareth and Ross share their thoughts, raising some eyebrows with picks and how they value sporting icons and their legacies.LinksVaughters interview about safety in cycling and the UCI standoffWorld Boxing sex screening articleListener Lens on HR in the heat - Discourse members onlyZone 2 thoughts - the mega thread from our listeners - Discourse onlyMount Rushmore of sport Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our guest on this episode is Professor Adam R Nicholls. Adam is based in the Department of Sport, Health, and Exercise Science at the University of Hull, UK. His primary research is related to stress, appraisal, and coping among athletes. He has published 3 books and more than 80 peer-reviewed journal articles. His research has brought him into contact with elite-level Rugby Union, Rugby League players, as well as golfers who have won majors, where he has “learned a great deal about what it takes to perform under pressure.” He also posts terrific content on LinkedIn which is where the Great Coach John Buchanan first brought Adam to my attention. Much of our discussion today is based on his latest book: Psychology in Sports Coaching: Theory and Practice. Which I highly recommend. If you would like to send us any feedback or if you know a great coach, who has a unique story to share, then we would love to hear from you, please contact us at thegreatcoachespodcast@gmail.com or contact us through our website thegreatcoachespodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a massive year for women's rugby - so today we've teamed up with the Rugby World Cup 2025 - to speak to Wales International Rugby Union player Gwen Crabb! With the Rugby World Cup 2025 fast approaching, Gwen spoke to us about the barriers young women face in sport, how she overcame them to rise to the top of her sport, and why this moment matters so much for women's sport. We talked body confidence, media narratives, and how rugby has helped Gwen feel powerful - not just physically, but also mentally. She also shared her hopes for the next generation of girls, and how rugby is evolving to be a place where everyone feels like they belong.The Rugby World Cup 2025 is a huge moment in time for us to show that rugby is sport where everyone belongs, as a fan or as a player. Gwen wants to inspire a new generation of women and girls to feel strong and confident in whatever they do and know they can be anything, do anything and belong anywhere.Every body belongs in sport. Join the conversation to inspire a new generation to feel strong and confident in whatever they do. #StrongBodiesStrongMinds #WhereWeBelong Buy tickets for The Rugby World Cup 2025!Follow @gwencrabb on Instagram Follow @gwencrabb on TikTokFollow @rugbyworldcup on Instagram Follow @rugbyworldcup on TikTok We're heading to Edinburgh for our biggest live show ever. We'll be taking over the iconic Usher Hall for one night only on 3rd September. Head to SIDTLive.com for more information and to purchase tickets.Follow us on Instagram:@shouldideletethat@em_clarkson@alexlight_ldnShould I Delete That is produced by Faye LawrenceStudio Manager: Dex RoyVideo Editor: Celia GomezSocial Media Manager: Sarah EnglishMusic: Alex Andrew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.