The Kearney brothers, Rob and Dave have both been crucial members of the current Irish Rugby World Cup squad and the two brothers have lifted the lid on their strict training regime and they have also offered up some hints and tips for maintaining a healthy diet and keeping fit.
Gym or Field Sessions?
Rugby is such a demanding game which requires a lot of effort in the gym as well as countless hours out on the field honing your skills.
Rob outlined the breakdown of a professional rugby players week and how exactly they manage to fit in both heavy gym sessions and field sessions in the build up to a big international match.
Recovery
Games at the highest level, such as the game on Sunday are bound to take a lot out of you. Dave explains how important it is to eat the right food in order to ensure a strong and quick recovery, something which is vital for all levels of exercise.
Hydration
Hydration is crucial for maintaining any level of fitness. De-hydration causes the body to fatigue far quicker and will decrease your exercise performance massively.
Different people need to hydrate themselves with different amounts but if you're preparing for a big event it's crucial to take in plenty of fluids in the days leading up to it.
Balance Your Nutrients
Balancing your carbohydrate and protein intake is crucial for maintaining a high performance level come match day. Carbohydrates should be avoided unless you're expecting to exert a lot of energy whilst protein is crucial for recovery after a heavy session or match.
Dave explains how he controls his diet throughout the week with a heavy emphasis on carb loading on the day of a game ad on the day before.
