In today's episode, I'm delighted to be joined by Dr Josh Darrall-Jones to talk about how we can best develop rugby players from a strength and conditioning perspective. Josh not only carries out and contributes to the research that shapes our recommendations, but also works within pro rugby as a strength and conditioning coach. In this episode, we cover everything from the key characteristics a rugby players needs to have to thrive at the highest level, to minimising risk of injury and what the process looks like in taking a rugby player from average to elite (i.e. school rugby all the way through to the international stage). If you're an athlete or S&C coach that works in team sports, you'll need to grab a coffee and a notepad for this one. P.S. Whilst you're here, there's 3 ways I can further help you: 1) If you're an athlete who wants to eat right to be at your best when it matters the most, check out my 3 month online Athlete Coaching Programme >>> https://chrislowenutrition.com/onlinenutrition/ 2) If you’re a coach who can’t guarantee results but wants to inspire change into the lives of your athletes,  a coach that’s overwhelmed with the plethora of information available and shy away when getting asked questions about nutrition, my 6 month online sports nutrition education and mentorship programme is for you >>> https://chrislowenutrition.com/informed-coach/ 3) If you're an athlete or coach who's fed up of the boring 'healthy eating' and want time efficient, mouth watering, performance enhancing recipes, the Athlete Cook Book has you covered >>> https://chrislowenutrition.com/cookbook/