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<blockquote data-quote="ORothlain" data-source="post: 709092" data-attributes="member: 13427"><p>Hey,</p><p>I've played prop for 16 years, been a head coach, and a forwards coach. I can lend a bit of advice.</p><p>People tend to say loosehead is easier. I think it can be to a certain extent, but I play tighthead more often than not, and prefer it. Propping is all about where you find your niche. So, good luck, and welcome to the big show!</p><p>The loose and tight props have different objectives. Your goal is to hold the scrum steady, and keep it together. The opposition tighthead is trying to break things apart for you.</p><p>The main thing to keep in mind is that you're not just cannon fodder on the front line, you're a strategic beast, yoked to drive a winning scrum. </p><p></p><ol> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Watch your foot placement – wide base and feet slightly staggered (left foot slightly ahead of right foot – reverse for a tight head).</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Work on core strength. You'll need it to hold yourself steady against an experienced tighthead. You should incorporate planking into your workouts (even a daily thing). <a href="http://www.t-nation.com/training/superhuman-planks" target="_blank">http://www.t-nation.com/training/superhuman-planks</a></li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Deadlift, Squat, and Overhead press should be the cornerstone of your workout routine. Focus on form over weight. People who do these exercises with poor form will 1. Injure themselves, and 2. Have poor performance.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">TIghtheads like to pull down on your outside (left) shoulder/arm, and drive inbetween you and the hooker. Keep your bind tight, and keep your shoulders and back flat. This is why core strength is crucial.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Getting low is essential. Work on that. Keep your back flat, and bend at the hips. Squeeze your shoulder blades together, and keep your neck neutral.</li> </ol><p>I like the Beast, I'd also say take a look at Cian Healy. Mike Ross (Irish Tighthead) said this: "he's an absolute nightmare because he just gets settled down, gets his feet under him and gets in a good position for when the ball comes in." (<a href="http://www.the42.ie/mike-ross-leinster-1144318-Oct2013/" target="_blank">http://www.the42.ie/mike-ross-leinster-1144318-Oct2013/</a>)</p><p>If you have any questions about any terms, or ideas I've shared please ask, and let's discuss.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="ORothlain, post: 709092, member: 13427"] Hey, I’ve played prop for 16 years, been a head coach, and a forwards coach. I can lend a bit of advice. People tend to say loosehead is easier. I think it can be to a certain extent, but I play tighthead more often than not, and prefer it. Propping is all about where you find your niche. So, good luck, and welcome to the big show! The loose and tight props have different objectives. Your goal is to hold the scrum steady, and keep it together. The opposition tighthead is trying to break things apart for you. The main thing to keep in mind is that you’re not just cannon fodder on the front line, you’re a strategic beast, yoked to drive a winning scrum. [LIST=1] [*]Watch your foot placement – wide base and feet slightly staggered (left foot slightly ahead of right foot – reverse for a tight head). [*]Work on core strength. You’ll need it to hold yourself steady against an experienced tighthead. You should incorporate planking into your workouts (even a daily thing). [URL]http://www.t-nation.com/training/superhuman-planks[/URL] [*]Deadlift, Squat, and Overhead press should be the cornerstone of your workout routine. Focus on form over weight. People who do these exercises with poor form will 1. Injure themselves, and 2. Have poor performance. [*]TIghtheads like to pull down on your outside (left) shoulder/arm, and drive inbetween you and the hooker. Keep your bind tight, and keep your shoulders and back flat. This is why core strength is crucial. [*]Getting low is essential. Work on that. Keep your back flat, and bend at the hips. Squeeze your shoulder blades together, and keep your neck neutral. [/LIST] I like the Beast, I’d also say take a look at Cian Healy. Mike Ross (Irish Tighthead) said this: “he’s an absolute nightmare because he just gets settled down, gets his feet under him and gets in a good position for when the ball comes in.” ([URL]http://www.the42.ie/mike-ross-leinster-1144318-Oct2013/[/URL]) If you have any questions about any terms, or ideas I’ve shared please ask, and let’s discuss. [/QUOTE]
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