Recovery in Rugby A number of years ago at Dublin City University, a group of their talented students were challenged to look at the rates of recovery in Rugby, various strategies used out there, the pros and cons of each, and finally to give their recommendations from the spectrum of a professional team level to grassroots. ( This is form a
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RECOVERY: THE DAY AFTER MATCH DAY
MAXIMAL RECOVERY: THE DAY AFTER MATCH DAY Firstly let us state that this is the type of schedule that Senior rugby players will follow , it may not be practical for youth players unless they can get their parents on side early and ensure that they understand why they are being asked to fund and
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RECOVERY IN SPORT Recovery is a large part of the game of rugby – however it is not limited to the game – there needs to be recovery process built into training sessions. specifically where the session is more intense than normal Some sports men and women do not acknowledge that fun activities, coaching,
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Dehydration and Rehydration What do you – the athlete need to understand In simpler terms – dehydration is being thirsty and doing something about it before you die. The Rule of thumb in hot and humid climates is – When you fell thirsty it is too late – you are already dehydrating – water
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