The Rugby Muscle Podcast
The Rugby Muscle Podcast – Gym, Training, Diet and Strength and Conditioning. The podcast for rugby players of all ages and abilities that will help you lose fat, add muscle, strength and power and perform better on the pitch than ever before, with expert guests and unique stories from around the world, the Rugby Muscle Podcast cuts the crap to give you a simple no BS approach to your nutrition and training.
Episodes
365 episodes
150th LIVE Q&A w/ TJ & Alex COVID-19 Initial Thoughts, deloading, reloading, squats and more....
The old band got back together to answer questions from our Rugby Muscle Athletes Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/747438958657780/Obviously the COVID-19 c...
Returning to Rugby - S&C for School Kids and World Class Drivers - Nutrition Chat - Matt Dickens Performance Coach
Today TJ is joined on the Pod by previous guest Matt Dickens discussing his return to rugby after retirement, why he did it and what he did to seamlessly slot back in.We also continue our S&C chat discussing what he does with Brighton C...
Hypertrophy Hacks 001 - 10 Concepts That Will Boost Your Muscle Growth - Rugby Muscle Podcast 148
Whats up?! TJ's back with a solopisode today starting a new "hacks" series, there are many simple wins that you MUST do in order to gain muscle.They are things you can add into your training this week and will help you in your pursuit of ge...
Crossfit, Powerlifting, Myths and Why You Should Be Well-Rounded w/ George Pagan III - Rugby Muscle Podcast 147
This week TJ is joined by Fitlete owner George Pagan to discuss everything training, why being well-rounded is really going to benefit you as a player.Fitletes.com@fitletenation Show...
Sport Sleep Coach Nick Littlehales (Team GB, England Rugby, Man Utd) On Sleep and Recovery as a Whole - RMP 146
An important episode on how to practically approach sleep and recovery as a rugby player and athlete… Find more on Nick’s stuff: www.sportsleepcoach.com@_sp...
STOP Mental Masturbation NOW - Why You SHOULDN'T Be Looking For More Fitness Information - 6 Nations Review #145
This was a quick rant because you can't have tips if you don't know what you're trying to improve - hope you found it helpful!
Practical Fat Loss, Nutrition and Training - 1 More Gamechangers Chat - Big Nick Whiteman #144
In today's episode of the Rugby Muscle Podcast TJ is joined by Big Nick Whiteman to discuss nutrition, training, hypertrophy and good ol' plant-based nutrition.A great bumper episode for you to enjoy
Q&A - 6 Nations, Starting Olympic Lifts, Plant-Based Lunch Thoughts, Union vs League, Quarter Squats RMP #143
After a 6 Nations review and preview, TJ answers the following questions from the Rugby Muscle Athletes Facebook Page:Love some info on Hip and Ankle Mobility. And learning the ...
How Hard Do You NEED To Push Yourself? What To Do With Injuries like Tendonitis? 6 Nations Predictions - TJ Q&A #142
Today TJ is answering a bunch of questions from the Rugby Muscle Athletes Facebook group which you can join here:https://www.facebook.com/groups/747438958657780/Use this gro...
How To Gain Lean Muscle - The Hardest Thing To Successfully Achieve in the Gym - Hypertrophy / Bodybuilding - Rugby Muscle Podcast 141
Think gaining effective muscle is easy?Think again.Today TJ goes over a complete guide explaining why gaining muscle is difficult and how to do it effectively.
Steroids in Rugby, Stronger Passing, Booze & Sleep and More - TJ Q&A - Rugby Muscle Podcast 140
Steroids in Rugby - what is your opinion? I’ve noticed my pass power isn’t great, my pass fades on me a little - anything I can do in the gym to increase this? Core? Would like to know, what type of food affects sleep if...
3 Things You Need To STOP Doing in 2020 To Make Real Progress #139
Setting endless things that you need to do in the new year sucks.... but making no progress sucks.... how do we fix this?By NOT doing these three things. haha!Now, give the show some love pretty please, share with friends and 5 stars!
2019 Review - The Most Important Part of Goal Setting - Grappling, Conditioning, Plant-Based Stuff, Making Gains and Having Fun
https://www.facebook.com/groups/747438958657780/permalink/2574645992603725/This is the link to submit your goals!It's all there in the title m...
Everything Hypertrophy w/ Dr Mike Israetel - Practicalities of Gaining Muscle as a Rugby Player - Podcast 137
In this episode, TJ talks with Dr Mike Israetel.This guy is an absolute genius when it comes to gaining muscle and training efficiently.You'll want to listen to this man
Q&A - Books for Rugby S&C, Training the Day After a Game and Post-Training Food and Podcast Update - RMP 136
Questions today mate:Any thoughts or recommendations about books for rugby s&c?Lifting Sunday after game day. What would you prescribe?What Position Do you Play?What is the best thing to eat after hard training?...
Top 5 Lower Body Exercises, World Cup Final Review and More Q&A - Rugby Muscle Podcast 135
Today the Rugby Muscle Podcast is back as TJ gives us a quick World Cup Final Review and answers a bunch of Instagram questions. Massage Guns as a recovery Tool? Top 5 lower body exercises Why don’t you h...
World Cup FINAL Preview & Game Changers Documentary Review - A Scientifically Plant-Based Eater's Perspective
Previewing the England v South Africa Rugby World Cup Final
From Chubby Student To Faster Master w/ Rugby Muscle Model Tom Lawley #133
TJ is joined on this podcast by Tom Lawley, and we discuss his whole journey through nutrition, training and rugby.We talk about how he transformed his body and life with small, simple changes. It shouldn't sound too drastic.
Keto Diets - The Pros/Cons for People & Rugby Players, Practicalities and Rationalities - World Cup 1/4 Review and Semi Final Preview
In today's episode, TJ discusses the pros, cons and ins and outs of ketogenic dieting. Why you may want to use keto and why it's potentially a bad idea for rugby players.As we just had some awesome Rugby World Cup 1/4 Finals he also reviews...
Exactly What To Eat On GameDay & Differences For Cutting/Bulking- World Cup 1/4 Final Preview - Nutrition Q&A 2
In today's episode, TJ discusses the World Cup quarter-finals, gives his predictions and answers the following question.What should I eat before, during and after a game? How would it differ with cutting or bulking?Do the Pod a favour a...
Using Recipes to Stay Consistent With Your Diet w/ RecipeIQ App Founder Ken Leeser #130
Today TJ discusses more nutrition nuances with the Recipe IQ App found Ken Leeser.If you're tracking your diet (as you should) you should download the RecipeIQ App from the app store
Nutrition Q&A #1 - Low Carb Diets, Nutrition when injured and what courses to learn from plus some World Cup 2019 thoughts - Rugby Muscle Podcast 129
Time for a Nutrition Q&A!The world of nutrition has probably got a lot more confusing over recent years thanks to idiots on the internet, luckily ya boy has you covered.In today's episode TJ answers the following questions:- Is ...
Rugby World Cup 2019! Round 1 thoughts, predictions for the tournament and what you should look for
In today's episode TJ rambles on about his thoughts for the world cup.Please support the show by spreading the word however you wish to
How starting easy can GROW into HUGE progress - 2019 Goals Update, Vegetarianism, BJJ, Weights, Yoga and Life #127
Hey all,Welcome to the first ever Carpisode!Forgive the lower audio quality, but this allows me to get more of these out.Today, I go over the goals I set myself at the beginning of the year, and how far they have come since ...
Dr Jacob Reed - Mental Toughness, Why GENERAL work is often better than specialist, How to build athleticism and power in Rugby Players #126
In today's Rugby Muscle Podcast you have the honor of listening once again to the VERY wise words of Dr Jake Reed of UNI and Renaissance Periodization.Dr Reed is a former rugby coach and consultant and gives his background in today's episod...