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Physical Preparation for Elite-Level Rugby Union Football

2004; Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; Volume: 26; Issue: 4 Linguagem: Inglês

10.1519/00126548-200408000-00001

1533-4295

Paul Gamble,

Lower Extremity Biomechanics and Pathologies

summary The manuscript features a brief discussion of the specific physical demands characteristic of rugby union football. This is followed by a rationale and description of the elements comprising the strength and conditioning program for rugby union football players at the elite level. Finally, a sample periodized strength training macrocycle for the training year is included.