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UT Men's Rugby Club are the Texas state champions of 7's Men's Rugby.  We are onto the National Tournament in Kansas from May 16th through May 18th, where we will compete for a chance to be national champions.  The tournament will be streamed live on YouTube for any interested in watching.  In season, my lifts and diet have focused on maintaining body weight while improving agility.  In the off-season I will be granted the ability to lift in longer, more intense sessions to see more serious gains in strength and weight, both of which are difficult to improve in-season.  Until then my lifts will remain lighter to allow for more energy expenditure on gameday.  Cardio has recently become a larger focus in my regiment as its need has become obvious on the field.  While a treadmill or bike session is convenient in the gym, i enjoy open-field sprints which allow for longer bursts of output, while working in change of direction as well.  Cycling is a great simulator of a game environment, as the uphill portions require heavy work, after which you earn a brief rest at the subsequent downhill portion to come.  I'm hoping for great results at nationals and even better results off the field after a fantastic first season has concluded!