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TWITTER<\/a> | FACEBOOK<\/a> | YOUTUBE<\/a> | PINTEREST<\/a><\/p>\n It is reported that 4 out of 5 westerners consume caffeine on a daily basis, a greater proportion than those consuming fruit. This is largely due to the fact that the drug is present in far more food and drink than we may be aware of.<\/p>\n Caffeine\u2019s prevalence in everyday goods such as tea, coffee, soft drinks and chocolate is one of the reasons why the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) removed it from their banned substance lists. Since caffeine\u2019s removal, it has been the focus of many studies as athletes seek marginal gains in performance.<\/p>\n With recent developments in caffeine chewing gum, it has become easier for athletes to regulate their caffeine intake and tailor it according to their training schedules.<\/p>\n Experts advise 3mg of caffeine per kilogram of bodyweight as the optimal dosage – which roughly equates to three large cups of filter coffee \u2013 taken one hour before exercise.<\/p>\n Healthspan\u2019s Kick-Start Gum, vegan-friendly and gelatin free, delivers 100mg of pure caffeine absorbed through the lining of the mouth with 85% absorption in 10-15 minutes and the peak performance window thought to last between 40-60 minutes.<\/p>\n How Does Caffeine Help Us During Exercise?<\/strong><\/p>\n As you exercise, the body produces adenosine which causes feelings of fatigue. Caffeine intake blocks adenosine receptors in the nerves so that the brain perceives less fatigue allowing athletes to exercise longer while feeling more mentally alert, lending itself to endurance sports such as cycling and running.<\/p>\n The stimulated nerve cells release the hormone epinephrine (adrenaline), which increases heart rate, blood pressure, and blood flow to muscles. \u201cGum format is the preferred ingestion method of the British Sailing Team as it allows us to have the greatest control over when it gets implemented,\u201d said Paul Mullan, Head of Sport Science at British Sailing and Healthspan Ambasador.<\/p>\n \u201cHealthspan\u2019s Kick-Start Gum is perfect for our athletes. It allows us to get a controlled dose, just when we need it to give our athletes a performance edge. For me, it\u2019s the best tasting and highest quality caffeine gum available.<\/p>\n \u201cThe performance window has been shown to last between 40-60mins with the peak effect being dependent on the format of ingestion.\u201d www.aldi.co.uk\/c\/specialbuys\/clothing<\/a><\/p>\n YOUTUBE<\/a> | TWITTER<\/a> | PINTEREST<\/a> | FACEBOOK<\/a> | INSTAGRAM<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Aldi launches Six Nations rugby range to kick off the tournament Kick off the Six Nations Championship with Aldi\u2019s new Six Nations range, available in stores and online www.aldi.co.uk\/c\/specialbuys\/sports-and-leisure from 28th January, days before the tournament officially starts.<\/p>\n Fans heading to the games can get kitted out from head to toe with Aldi\u2019s ultimate supporter bundle, available for English, Scottish and Welsh fans alike. This Rugby Rain Jacket (\u00a319.99), a Rugby Hoody (\u00a314,99), complete with a handy front kangaroo pocket to keep hands toasty, a Rugby T-Shirt (\u00a36.99) and this Rugby Beanie (\u00a34.99) are on sale for under \u00a347 and are embellished with the team crest logos.<\/p>\n Available in sizes small to XXL, this Rugby Long Sleeved Top (\u00a312.99), featuring a classic collar and V-neck design, can be paired with this Rugby Fleece (\u00a312.99), specially made from 100% polyester micro fleece to provide extra comfort whilst cheering on the players this Championship.<\/p>\n The kids\u2019 don\u2019t need to miss out, too, with this matching mini-me Children\u2019s Rugby Top (\u00a38.99) \u2013 a cotton jersey with a classic button and collar design \u2013 perfect to wear whilst supporting from the sofa. If you\u2019re lucky enough to be watching live at the stadium, little ones can layer up with this Children\u2019s Rugby T-Shirt (\u00a34.99) and Children\u2019s Rugby Hoody (\u00a39.99) \u2013 just the thing to keep the cold at bay whilst supporting!<\/p>\n The full range of Aldi\u2019s Six Nations range is available in stores and online from 1st February, available whilst stock lasts.<\/p>\n www.aldi.co.uk\/c\/specialbuys\/clothing<\/a><\/p>\n PRODUCT DESCRIPTION PRICE According to the Professional Rugby Injury Surveillance Project, there were 447 match injuries that led to time lost from training and\/or match play in the 2015-16 English professional rugby season. Encouragingly, there was a fall in match injury incidences but it remains a dangerous sport, with injuries to the knee – specifically Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) and Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) injuries – still some of the most common, only exceeded by concussions. Just recently, Rhys Webb was ruled out of Wales\u2019 Six Nations team with a knee injury.<\/p>\n Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon specialising in sports injuries and knees, Mr Ian McDermott says, \u201cUnfortunately, knee ligament injuries in rugby are extremely common, and pretty much everyone involved in the sport will know someone who\u2019s had some kind of knee ligament injury or knee surgery. The key factor in ensuring a successful recovery is to take the appropriate time out to rest and ensure players receive the right treatment for them.\u201d<\/p>\n Mr McDermott adds, \u201cIt\u2019s the nature of the game \u2014 high energy, full contact, hard impact. Part of the problem nowadays is that players are so big and so strong, and the speed of the game is so fast, that players are literally smashing themselves to bits. They\u2019re effectively storing up huge problems for themselves for when they get older, with a terribly high rate of neck arthritis and major knee problems.\u201d<\/p>\n There are a number of different types of knee ligament injury that can be sustained from rugby, ranging from small things like a minor sprain of the MCL to major injuries such as an ACL tear. Mr McDermott adds, \u201cWith higher energy injuries it\u2019s actually possible to tear multiple ligaments and even dislocate the whole knee joint, which can be catastrophic.\u201d<\/p>\n Most knee ligament injuries occur unexpectedly, from someone landing on a player\u2019s leg in a ruck whilst their leg\u2019s in an awkward bent position, or from tackles from the side where the tackler\u2019s shoulder impacts on the side of the player\u2019s leg, where the forces involved can be huge.<\/p>\n Mr McDermott explains that \u201cin these situations, there\u2019s pretty much nothing you can do to prevent a ligament snapping, as the forces can be like being hit by a car! However, to minimise the overall risk of any kind of injury, the most important thing is to train sufficiently in order to ensure that you\u2019re as fit and strong as possible before you go onto a pitch. The stronger the muscles are and the faster your reflexes, combined with having good posture and good biomechanics, the less likely you are to sustain an injury.\u201d<\/p>\n In terms of what to do once you sustain a knee injury, Mr McDermott advises: \u201cThe most important thing is to take knee injuries seriously! Fundamentally, with any significant injury, you should get it looked at properly, and if there\u2019s any concern about anything potentially serious then the best thing is to be seen by a specialist (an experienced physiotherapist or a specialist knee surgeon) and to have a high-res high quality MRI scan (a 3T MRI) \u2014 to see exactly what the potential damage actually is.<\/p>\n \u201cIf you\u2019ve damaged your knee, you also need to consider very carefully the timing of when to return to play after injury. You should listen carefully to your knees, be gentle with your joints and avoid anything that hurts or aggravates your symptoms in any way,\u201d Mr McDermott concludes.<\/p>\n Rugby League\u2019s national governing body, the Rugby Football League (RFL), has commissioned Manchester Metropolitan University Business School to develop a purpose-built leadership development programme that will improve governance among its management team.<\/p>\n The bespoke course will be based on the business school\u2019s acclaimed Masters of Sport Directorship (MSD), which qualifies its students for the role of sporting director and has attracted a host of high profile professional sports people including St Helens RFC CEO Mike Rush and Mark Bitcon, director of performance at Wigan Warriors.<\/p>\n Under the RFL leadership programme, a group from the organisation\u2019s leadership team will take part in a series of intensive workshops at Manchester Metropolitan University Business School throughout 2018, interspersed with periods of workplace implementation. Teamwork, coaching and mentoring, change management and leadership will all be covered on the programme.<\/p>\n RFL finance director, Tony Sutton, said: \u201cAs Rugby League\u2019s national governing body we are clear that we want to invest in our people so that we have continued excellent leadership that will future proof us as an organisation and enable the RFL \u2013 and all levels of the sport \u2013 to operate as effectively as possible.<\/p>\n \u201cThis programme is an important step for us. We approached Manchester Metropolitan because they have proved with their superb MSD course and the high calibre of students it attracts that they are the leaders in this field, which merges the best in corporate governance with state of the art leadership in sporting organisations.\u201d<\/p>\n Stephanie Sturges, programme leader at Manchester Metropolitan University Business School, said: \u201cThe RFL has made an innovative move to improve its sustainability and the quality and robustness of its leadership structures.<\/p>\n \u201cForward thinking sporting organisations are now acknowledging that they need to professionalise and actively support progression if they are to lead the way in promoting a successful organisation that leads by example across the whole sport.\u201d<\/p>\n Rugger-fans rejoice! If you didn\u2019t manage to bag yourself a seat at the Six Nations, don\u2019t fret, as this year Young\u2019s will be delivering all the atmosphere of Twickenham from the comfort of your local, complete with great beers on tap. Enjoy unrestricted views, meet like-minded people and discover a new favourite as you enjoy the game of gentlemen from 3rd February \u2013 17th March. If that wasn\u2019t enough, Young\u2019s is teaming up with Rugby greats, hosting a range of exclusive events and offering one lucky the person the chance to bag the best seat at Twickers in partnership with Guinness\u00ae.<\/p>\n Start the Six Nations in style with a one-off evening with Adam Jones and Nick Easter \u2013 engage in an exclusive meet-and-greet and Q&As before enjoying a 4-course dinner at The Alma in Wandsworth. Details available online: www.almawandsworth.com<\/p>\n Beat the crowds and enjoy pre-match fever with a Guinness\u00ae hosted brunches available at selected pubs. Enjoy dishes such as a full English breakfast or small plates from smashed avocado with poached egg and sour cream on sourdough to smoked haddock and wild rice kedgeree all washed down with two pints of the black stuff, from the exclusive pop-up Guinness\u00ae bar.<\/p>\n Finally, don\u2019t miss member of the 2003 World Cup winning squad, Will Greenwood, who will be joining Young\u2019s exclusively for select Six Nations games to provide his expert commentary, banter and analysis. With live pre-and-post-match interviews with the audience, the England rugby legend will give his expert opinion which will then be live broadcast on all Guinness\u00ae feeds. Available at various venues, visit http:\/\/www.youngs.co.uk\/6nations for more details<\/p>\n Scrum on down! Check out www.youngs.co.uk\/events to see what your local pub is doing to celebrate the Six Nations.<\/p>\n Ross has also worked as a sports performance coach with Stanford University football, Mission High School Football and hundreds of individual athletes has fully developed his strength and conditioning knowledge base and allowed him opportunities to work with D1, NFL, and elite level athletes such as Andrew Luck, Coby Fleener, David Decastro, and Jonathan Martin. With over a decade of experience in the fitness industry, Ross helps clients and athletes maximize their potential in achieving higher levels of performance in both their fitness and their daily living. Ross closely monitors each client\u2019s program, making adjustments as needed, in order to precisely push and motivate clients to obtain optimal results without injury. He compliments each training program with a customized nutrition strategy built to aid in the achievement of every client\u2019s performance goals. Through extensive research and personal analysis of a wide range of nutritional programs, Ross advises clients on the most efficient dietary adjustments to make for developing strength and muscle mass while reducing body fat.<\/p>\n Ross is also a coach, mentor, and lecturer to his peers and other coaches in the fitness industry. As one of the four fitness industry leaders to create The Business Movement in San Francisco, Ross inspires and instructs aspiring entrepreneurs and young coaches on making their best business decisions in the development of their private practices. His development of The Steiner Strength Mentor Program provides beginning level coaches with the opportunity to observe and study under Ross, while learning his philosophy, craft, and programming style, before eventually training his clients and athletes under the guidance of his watchful eye.<\/p>\n TWITTER<\/a> | FACEBOOK<\/a> | YOUTUBE<\/a> | PINTEREST<\/a><\/p>\n It is reported that 4 out of 5 westerners consume caffeine on a daily basis, a greater proportion than those consuming fruit. This is largely due to the fact that the drug is present in far more food and drink than we may be aware of.<\/p>\n Caffeine\u2019s prevalence in everyday goods such as tea, coffee, soft drinks and chocolate is one of the reasons why the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) removed it from their banned substance lists. Since caffeine\u2019s removal, it has been the focus of many studies as athletes seek marginal gains in performance.<\/p>\n With recent developments in caffeine chewing gum, it has become easier for athletes to regulate their caffeine intake and tailor it according to their training schedules.<\/p>\n Experts advise 3mg of caffeine per kilogram of bodyweight as the optimal dosage – which roughly equates to three large cups of filter coffee \u2013 taken one hour before exercise.<\/p>\n Healthspan\u2019s Kick-Start Gum, vegan-friendly and gelatin free, delivers 100mg of pure caffeine absorbed through the lining of the mouth with 85% absorption in 10-15 minutes and the peak performance window thought to last between 40-60 minutes.<\/p>\n How Does Caffeine Help Us During Exercise?<\/strong><\/p>\n As you exercise, the body produces adenosine which causes feelings of fatigue. Caffeine intake blocks adenosine receptors in the nerves so that the brain perceives less fatigue allowing athletes to exercise longer while feeling more mentally alert, lending itself to endurance sports such as cycling and running.<\/p>\n The stimulated nerve cells release the hormone epinephrine (adrenaline), which increases heart rate, blood pressure, and blood flow to muscles. \u201cGum format is the preferred ingestion method of the British Sailing Team as it allows us to have the greatest control over when it gets implemented,\u201d said Paul Mullan, Head of Sport Science at British Sailing and Healthspan Ambasador.<\/p>\n \u201cHealthspan\u2019s Kick-Start Gum is perfect for our athletes. It allows us to get a controlled dose, just when we need it to give our athletes a performance edge. For me, it\u2019s the best tasting and highest quality caffeine gum available.<\/p>\n \u201cThe performance window has been shown to last between 40-60mins with the peak effect being dependent on the format of ingestion.\u201d With the new year, \u2018new me\u2019 and imminent return to Rugby and many other high intensity sports, it is common to experience a muscle strain and debilitating tears. Hamstring injuries remain a frequent frustration for sporting individuals, significantly impacting Sunday league, all the way to elite level athletes. Recent evidence suggests that hamstring tears account for 12-16% of all athletic injuries.<\/p>\n Hamstrings are a triad of muscles which span the back of the thigh, aiding in bending of the knee and extension of the hip \u2013 particularly useful when accelerating and decelerating in high intensity sprinting, such as in Rugby.<\/p>\n Unfortunately for the athletes (no matter how fit), a hamstring tear is a common injury involving a tightening and\/or tear in one or more of these muscles. This may occur when fatigued and nearing the end of a game, full out sprinting and\/or slowing down rapidly.<\/p>\n Sam Roshdy, a Chartered Physiotherapist at CapitalPhysio.com highlights the key symptoms of a hamstring tear:<\/p>\n – Pain \/ tenderness localised to the back of the thigh and\/or lower buttock. He then goes on to offer his top prevention techniques, prior to the first game back:<\/p>\n – Return to light cardiovascular fitness – light jogging for e.g. \u2013 at 50% intensity of your maximum; maximum = full out sprinting. Can be completed up to 15-20 minutes in the days building up to the first training session. TWITTER<\/a> | FACEBOOK<\/a> | INSTAGRAM<\/a><\/p>\n Many ingredients go into making a world beating performance; Motivation, Drive, Commitment, Discipline, Heart, Power, Endurance, Blood, Sweat and Tears. But now there is a new ingredient\u2026 KYMIRA sport<\/strong>!<\/p>\n These performances start in the changing room, they start with\u00a0KYMIRA sport<\/strong><\/p>\n Infrared performance and recovery sportswear, made from our innovative KYnergy fabrics.<\/p>\n KYMIRA sport<\/strong> offers infrared performance smart sportswear used by a number of pro athletes to help improve performance during training. The infrared technology is woven into the fabric to help increase circulation, increase respirational efficiency, increase tissue oxygen levels, offer pain relief and helps reduce \u2018The Doms\u2019 (delayed onset muscle soreness) if worn half an hour before exercise, during and an hour after.<\/p>\n The garments allow athletes (and sporting enthusiasts) the ability to push their training harder, go further and recover quicker!<\/p>\n www.kymirasport.com<\/a><\/p>\n 29th January 2018: England 2003 Rugby World Cup heroes Mike Tindall, Will Greenwood and Neil Back are getting back together to take part in a brand new Wolf Run obstacle challenge at Pippingford Park, East Sussex on Saturday 28th April.<\/p>\n To celebrate the new event, the three Rugby World Cup winners will be running shoulder-to-shoulder with Saturday runners and providing a helping hand to tackle the famous Wolf Run obstacles.<\/p>\n Ahead of the April 28th event, The Wolf Run put Mike, Will and Neil through their paces in the infamous Mud Sucker obstacle, to give them a taste of what to expect on 28th April.<\/p>\n To view the video, click here – https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nNTJt8uOOsc<\/p>\n To encourage people to get their own Wolf Packs back together, The Wolf Run is offering a buy four places and get one free deal for the East Sussex event in Ashdown Forest.<\/p>\n Commenting on the challenge ahead of them, Mike Tindall said: \u201cIt\u2019s great to have an excuse to get back together with Will and Neil \u2013 we definitely don\u2019t do it enough. We occasionally bump into each other at England matches but in terms of doing something together that is a completely social and pre-arranged gathering, it just doesn\u2019t happen.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cAs a team back in 2003, it was the team spirit, dogged determination, dedication and unbelievable camaraderie that set us apart from the other teams. I knew that no matter who was stood to my left or my right, I could 100% rely on them to get the job done. It\u2019s 15 years this year since that unbelievable evening but I have no doubt we\u2019ll still have the same togetherness and team work. We\u2019ll have to put that to good use to get us through The Wolf Run and we look forward to helping as many people as we can around the course.\u201d<\/p>\n Wolf Run Director, Charlie Moreton commented: \u201cWe are thrilled to have Mike, Will and Neil on board. It will be awesome to see them working as a team again as they tackle The Wolf Run together. It\u2019s also an exciting opportunity for our runners at Pippingford Park on the 28th April to take on the course with these rugby legends.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cOur aim is to encourage people to use The Wolf Run as an event to get back together with friends they might not see in-person as much as they\u2019d like. The beauty of Wolf Run is that it is open to all abilities and requires a real team spirit to get around \u2013 making it perfect for a group of friends.\u201d<\/p>\n Moreton continues: \u201cAshdown Forest offers the perfect wild landscape just 30 miles from central London. The venue is no stranger to obstacle racing as it has hosted the UK OCR championship finals and been a military training area since the 1930s. The combination of open hills and intricate wooded valleys make it perfect for a Wolf Run event, with lots of mud and water.\u201d<\/p>\n For more information on the new Spring Wolf Run and to join Mike Tindall, Will Greenwood and Neil Back at Pippingford Park, East Sussex visit \u2013 www.thewolfrun.com<\/p>\n This call is designed to help every athlete and high performer unleash the winner within, we know that winning isn’t just an outside game but an inside one too and that’s where this call comes in. The call is all about digging into you, digging into the person inside and understanding how to fine tune and use your mind to unleash your winning performance everytime. We also work together to put in place the rituals which will enhance your life, training and performance.<\/p>\n If you’re looking to enhance your outer training and combine your inner self to really harness your power and produce your best performance and ultimately win then this will be the perfect call for you.<\/p>\n m.mcdonnell10@hotmail.com Desperate for a new and exciting way to spend time with your friends and loved ones? Look no further than Topgolf, the premier entertainment experience that inspires connections and brings people together. Through point scoring games, good food, drinks and music, Topgolf fuels life long memories regardless of one\u2019s age, gender or skillset.<\/p>\n So how does it work? Players are invited to play addictive point scoring games whilst enjoying an assortment of mouth-watering food and drink options either while they play or after in the relaxing restaurant. Topgolf, the signature game, enables players to aim microchipped golf balls at giant dartboard-like targets on an outfield and receive instant feedback on the accuracy and distance of their shots.<\/p>\n Topgolf also offers a variety of other games to choose from including TopBreak, TopChip, TopShot and TopPressure and has PGA instructors on hand to help you brush up on your skills.<\/p>\n Whether you\u2019re planning a hot date, a work event or a fun-filled family day out, Topgolf Watford, Chigwell or Surrey has everything covered. Combining the competition of sport with your favourite local bar, Topgolf inspires everyone \u2013 even non-golfers- to come together for a little playful competition.<\/p>\n FACEBOOK<\/a><\/p>\n Fruit Bowl has launched a national competition<\/p>\n for Primary Schools to win personal coaching from<\/p>\n Rachael Burford, Harlequins and England Rugby Player.<\/p>\n Fruit Bowl<\/a> the irresistible, intensely fruity kids snacks, have launched a new campaign to get kids active and eating more healthily, inspired through sport. To celebrate and acknowledge the start of the Six Nations Rugby Tournament, they have are offering a competition for primary aged children across England. One lucky school will win Fruit Bowl snacks for an entire Year Group, PLUS the Harlequin Ladies and England Rugby player Rachael Burford<\/a> to come and coach at their school, and a signed rugby ball for the winning child.<\/p>\n Rachael was one of the first women in English history to become a full time professional rugby player in 2006. More than a decade on, and she is far from swinging low\u2026In fact, Rachaels\u2019 chariots are gleaming as she still plays for England, as well as her mentoring, coaching, public speaking and the launch of her \u201c12\u201d and The Burford Academy.<\/p>\n Alice Bream – Brand Manager at Fruit Bowl said \u201cWe are thrilled to be working with Rachael as a Fruit Bowl ambassador, affectionately known as a Fruitivator. Rachael is such a mentor in the sport she holds so dear, and with her unique insight into teamwork and achievements, her attitude sits well with the brand values of Fruit Bowl too.\u201d<\/p>\n
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\nIt is by no coincidence therefore that caffeine can be used as an ergogenic (performance enhancing) aid for endurance performance.<\/p>\n
\nIn order to consume a more precise and well-timed dose of caffeine, elite and competing athletes are opting to use caffeine gum offer more traditional sources.<\/p>\n<\/p>\nHow best to avoid and treat the dreaded hamstring tear
\nLondon\u2019s largest privately owned physiotherapy firm offer their top tips on how to stay fit during the Rugby season<\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.intouchrugby.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/cph.jpg\")
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\n– Pain reproduced with walking, sprinting, bending over, bending \/ straightening of the knee.
\n– Swelling and or bruising may be evident.
\n– An audible \u201cpop\u201d, \u201csnap\u201d when the hamstring goes.
\n– Reduced weightbearing on affected limb.<\/p>\n
\n– Adequate warm up & cool downs immediately before + after training \/ matches, consisting of:
\n1. Dynamic stretches moving through range, accompanied with static stretches.
\n2. Initial jogging building up to full out sprinting in preparation for the 80 minutes.
\n3. Practicing sport specific drills: Footwork, Kicking, Passing, Tackling.
\n– Continuing with and or beginning strength & conditioning programmes for the hamstrings, as well as surrounding muscles.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.intouchrugby.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/ooool.jpg\")
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