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In this episode of the Fit Generation Training Podcast, we talk with Mar Álvarez, Physical Preparation Coordinator for the Spanish Rugby Federation.

We discover how strength, speed, and endurance are trained in rugby, how training load is controlled, and what role physical preparation plays in performance.

We also discuss injury prevention, concussion prevention, and how elite players are prepared to compete at the highest level.

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INDEX
00:00 – Introduction
03:00 – How a Rugby Player Prepares Physically
16:13 – Rugby Positions and Training Differences
20:25 – Rugby Injuries and Concussions
32:14 – How to Manage Load, Fatigue, and Performance
39:02 – How to Plan a Season and a Week of Training
48:24 – Preparing for World Cups and International Competitions
56:37 – The Biggest Mistakes When Training Rugby Players
1:01:51 – How to Work in Elite Sports
1:11:17 – Tips for future physical trainers