Rivals Athlete Performance

Rivals Athlete Performance Rivals in the Gold Coast is where rising young athletes come to grow physically and mentally.

Cooper working on explosive power for rugby league.Most athletes get stronger, but not everyone trains how to transfer t...
04/08/2026

Cooper working on explosive power for rugby league.

Most athletes get stronger, but not everyone trains how to transfer that strength into movement.

In rugby, power is about producing force quickly and applying it to sprinting and contact.

That’s why we use this combo:

Chained Hex Bar Deadlifts
Build strength while improving speed of movement through the lift.

Box Jump to Broad Jump
Develop explosive power and forward projection.

This is how we turn strength into real game speed and power.

Build real game speed. Tap the link in our bio to get started!

31/07/2026

Speed doesn’t come from just running more.

It comes from training the mechanics behind acceleration.

This drill is called Banded Uries, and it helps athletes develop explosive hip drive, strong knee lift, and powerful first steps.

Better mechanics = more speed.
More power = more confidence.

Want to learn more? Click the link in our bio!

29/07/2026

Stronger. Lower. More control.

Jack’s front squat progress from before → after.
Better depth.
Stronger positioning.
More confidence under the bar.

This is what consistent training looks like.

Want this for your athlete? Click the link in our bio to learn more!

Rugby athletes are leaving acceleration speed on the table by ignoring single-leg power and force production.Most player...
28/07/2026

Rugby athletes are leaving acceleration speed on the table by ignoring single-leg power and force production.

Most players train hard. But very few train the specific patterns acceleration actually demands.

Acceleration in rugby is about explosive intent, single-leg force, and the ability to produce power from a dead stop.

That’s why we put Jack through these exercises to develop his acceleration:

1. Deadstop Split Squats
Builds starting strength and force production from zero. This is what allows an athlete to explode off the line instead of wasting steps.

2. Single-Leg Barbell Iso Max Pushes
Develops max intent and force into the ground. This directly transfers to stronger, more powerful first steps.

3.Single-Leg Hurdle Jumps
Trains explosive power and reactive strength so he can project forward with speed and control.

This is what real acceleration training looks like.

Not just running drills. Not just lifting weights.
Programming built around the demands of rugby.

At Rivals Athlete Performance Centre, this is the standard we hold for every athlete we work with.

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23/07/2026

There’s a scientific reason elite athletes train by jumping off high things.

It’s called reactive strength, your body’s ability to absorb force and fire back explosively, fast.

Most people think jump training is about jumping higher. It’s actually about landing better. That’s what builds speed, power, and joints that hold up under pressure.

This is the kind of training we build into every Rivals APC program to help young athletes move better, get stronger, and stay injury free.

Want your athlete training like this? Click the link in our bio to learn more!

22/07/2026

42.5kg → 50kg.

That’s not just an extra 7.5kg on the bar.

It’s weeks of showing up.
It’s better technique.
It’s building strength the right way.
It’s earning the next milestone.

Progress isn’t always dramatic overnight. Most of the time, it’s the result of consistently doing the little things well, session after session.

This is what long-term athletic development looks like.

We’re not just helping young athletes lift heavier. We’re helping them become stronger, more confident, and more resilient both in sport and in life.

Small improvements, repeated consistently, lead to big results.

Ready to help your young athlete reach their potential?

Click the link in our bio to learn more.

Too many young athletes are rushed into lifting weights before they're ready.Strength isn't about how much weight your c...
21/07/2026

Too many young athletes are rushed into lifting weights before they're ready.

Strength isn't about how much weight your child can lift. It's about building a foundation that lasts.

Before adding external load, every athlete should first master:
✅ Balance
✅ Stability
✅ Control
✅ Proper movement patterns

That's why progression matters.

From single-leg squats to weighted variations, every step prepares young athletes to move better, reduce injury risk, and develop real strength that transfers to sport.

Skipping the basics might seem like faster progress, but it often leads to poor technique, plateaus, and unnecessary injuries.

At Rivals, we focus on mastering movement first. Once the foundation is solid, strength becomes safer, more effective, and long-lasting.

Strong athletes aren't built by rushing the process. They're built by trusting it.

💪 Want your child to develop strength the right way? Click the link in our bio to learn more.

17/07/2026

Most athletes focus on the muscles they can see.

But the muscles on the back of the body are what create real strength, power, and resilience.

The GHD Dumbbell Back Extension Row trains the posterior chain while also strengthening the upper back.

This helps athletes develop better posture, stronger sprint mechanics, and reduce injury risk.

Small details in training like this build stronger, more confident athletes over time.

Parents, this is why structured strength training matters.💪

Click the link in our bio to learn more!

16/07/2026

Most athletes skip lateral strength work... and it shows in their game.

Speed isn’t just forward - it’s the ability to produce and control force sideways.

The lateral sled drag targets:
• Hip stability (glutes & adductors)
• Knee control (injury prevention)
• Change of direction mechanics

Without this, athletes struggle to cut, defend, and react efficiently.

This isn’t optional - it’s a key piece of athletic development.

Build complete athletes, not just straight-line speed.

Check the link in our bio to learn more!

15/07/2026

Did you know front squats are one of the best exercises for building core stability and athletic power?

That’s why our athletes start with the movement pattern first, then progress the load over time.

8 weeks of consistency and intent, and now it’s 22.5kg with confidence 💪

This is how real strength gets built.

Want to learn more? Click the link in our bio.

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Gold Coast, QLD
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