Punchbag and boxing circuits add variety to a programme and are a refreshing alternative to running based sessions

The upper body demands of rugby mean that boxing type training is a fantastic method of exercise. Consider these developmental benefits:-

• speed, reaction, and co-ordination
• upper body power
  
• sprinting arm technique
• confidence

The pushing and pulling action during punching helps develop power and endurance for the arm action associated with sprinting

Sessions can be manipulated for fuel mix conditioning and incorporated with other exercises.

A running interval followed by a hook and jab medley demands similar energy and movement patterns to rugby scenarios