Maintain your edge this off-season with a high-impact pull session designed by the team at SW7 Academy. This workout targets upper body strength, muscular endurance, and rugby-specific conditioning to keep you ready for game day.


Off Season Pull Session 

1. Tempo Chest-Supported T-Bar Row

4 sets of 6 reps
Tempo: 3-second eccentric, 2-second concentric


2. Lat Pulldown

4 sets of 10 reps


3. Superset Circuit (3 Rounds Each)

  • 3a. Rear Delt Fly – 3 sets of 10

  • 3b. Hammer Curls – 3 sets of 10

  • 3c. Upright Row – 3 sets of 10


Conditioning Finishers

Finisher A: 15-12-9 Reps/Calories (As Fast As Possible)

  • Rower (calories)

  • Single-Arm Row (each side)

  • Leg Raises


Finisher B: 15-12-9 Reps/Calories (As Fast As Possible)

  • Ski Erg (calories)

  • Lateral Plank Dips (each side)

  • Decline Push-Ups


Coach's Note from SW7 Academy:
These finishers are designed to push your capacity under fatigue—just like match conditions. Prioritise clean reps, but push the pace.

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