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Has anybody got special fitness drills for forwards and backs. What i'm looking at is speed, andurance, .....

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Simon JonesCoach, England

Frank

I cannot plan a training programme for you and your forwards and backs here as there is not enough space but there is a lot of good information you can find for rugby specific training if you type in "Rugby Training" in Google.

One site called "Netfit" has a specific Rugby section and the advice there seems sound.

You should always ask the advice of a qualified gym trainer before you start your players working out, explain to them what you want to achieve and they will be able to help you plan a programme.

Good luck

Simon

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