Episode 177: Join host Andy McDonald on our Inform Performance Podcast, for an in-depth conversation with Tom Tombleson, a renowned Strength & Conditioning Coach with extensive experience in professional rugby and elite sports. As a former professional rugby player and a lead Strength & Conditioning Coach for England Rugby, Australian Rugby Union, Manchester City FC, and GB Rugby 7’s, Tom shares expert perspectives on conditioning, rehabilitation, movement mechanics, and the evolving demands of high-performance sport.
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Topics Discussed
- Understanding Tendinopathy and Movement Mechanics
- Case Studies in Athlete Rehabilitation
- Navigating Movement Patterns in Athletes
- Identifying Subtle Signs of Athletic Issues
- Individualizing Player Preparation
- Evolving Conditioning Strategies
- Common Conditioning Approaches in Rugby
- Leveraging Strengths in Conditioning
- Minimum Standards & Metrics in Conditioning
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