Free MMA S&C Blueprint: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/mma-strength-conditioning-blueprint/ BJJ S&C Blueprint: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/bjj-strength-and-conditioning-blueprint/ SSOF App & Community: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/ssof-underground/ Trifecta Nutrition: https://trifectanutrition.llbyf9.net/3JoV0k (Code "liftbig40" for 40% off) SSOF Rash Guard & Shorts Discount - Code "SWEETSCIENCE" https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/sweet-science-rash-guard SSOF Taniwha Rashies & Shorts - Code "SWEETSCIENCE" https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/taniwha-rash-guard https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/taniwha-shorts Ed Lea discusses the current state of rugby in America, his journey in athletic performance coaching, and the dynamics of performance coaching. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration between coaching staff and the need for a structured approach to strength and conditioning. Ed shares insights on seasonal training strategies, monitoring athlete performance, and adapting training to individual needs. Timestamps 00:00 The State of Rugby in America 02:57 Ed Lea's Journey in Athletic Performance 06:01 Performance Coaching Dynamics 08:41 Strength and Conditioning in Rugby 14:47 Canary Sessions and Monitoring Performance 28:58 Balancing Family and Training Commitments 29:41 Sprints and Conditioning Strategies 34:56 Preseason Training Approaches 39:35 Adapting Training to Individual Needs 42:47 Managing Congested Schedules 48:53 Player-Centric Training Methods 55:55 Flexibility in Training Schedules Ed's IG: https://www.instagram.com/edlea87/
