Back Row Workout: 16 Week Programme

BY graeme · Saturday Feb 28, 2015

In this manual, elite rugby performance specialist Kevin Shattock provides back rowers with a step-by-step programme based on strength & conditioning science to unleash elite performance on the rugby pitch by targeting the specific muscle groups that are key for flankers and number eights, with exercises that mimic the stress and high intensity of a rugby match.

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