With all due respect to the history of the game, modern day rugby union has become a much more demanding game, placing big physical demands on players. Although it is a hugely physical sport, many club and amateur players may often struggle during rugby-specific fitness testing and this may be attributed in part (or in whole) to a lack of a good training regime, and little if any rugby skills training.
Rugby Union is not a game for the unfit. Its start-stop nature means that players generate high levels of speed and explosive power, as well as possessing the ability to recover quickly between sprints.
Good levels of strength are mandatory for rugby union players. However, muscular size and body mass, although important should not be the only goal of a rugby union player; Explosive power is equally as important, not only for the development of speed and acceleration but for tackling and jumping.
The game has evolved so much since turning professional, making it harder for smaller men to compete. In order to excel in the game of rugby you have to master the basic skills of rugby and improve your speed, strength and power.
The correct level of fitness and combination of strength and power, together with the right mix of skills is what makes a rugby player standout from the rest. For you to be classified as a good rugby player, you have to be fit and powerful, and must have a good grounding in the basic rugby skills as well as mental skills.
I'm a born and bred New Zealander, where rugby union is in my veins. Having been involved as a fan and coach alike, I have seen too many players simply turn up for training expecting to become the best player on the team.
These set of articles provide pointers to a number of great resources that can help you develop your rugby union game and become the games next superstar!
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