Training tops for warming up

What top to wear depending on the session moment

A rugby session exposes the body to very different temperatures, and the training top must keep up with this rhythm. At arrival and during warm-up, you should wear a warm layer, zipped up to the collar, to get the muscles warmed up. During contact drills and touch games, a jersey or a technical t-shirt that dries quickly is enough. At cool down and during the talk, the body cools down in a few minutes: put on a layer right away, especially in winter, when evening sessions finish under the floodlights. Packing two tops of different warmth in the bag prevents finishing the session soaked and shivering.

By brand

Training tops are available by brand:

• adidas.
• Nike.
• Under Armour.
• Puma.
• Le Coq Sportif.
• Canterbury.
• Kappa.
• Gilbert.

Also, check out the training jerseys, tracksuits, and trousers.

Base layer, striped jersey, t-shirt: the effort outfit

Closest to the skin, the long-sleeved base layer Errea Ken wicks away sweat and keeps the arms warm under the jersey, without adding bulk. The Craft Progress striped jersey mimics a rugby jersey with a light and breathable fabric, designed for sessions with opposition. The Craft Community Mix t-shirt, more relaxed, is suitable for physical prep and strength sessions. For women, both the jersey and the Hummel Core t-shirt are available in a more fitted women's cut. All can be worn alone in mild weather or under a warm layer when the temperature drops.

Coach's parka and warm jacket for the sidelines

The educator, trainer, and substitutes remain still while players run: they need a top much warmer than the one for effort. The parka coach Force XV, designed for the sidelines, is worn over the outfit and cuts the wind throughout a match or session. The warm-up jacket Mizuno Team, made from knitted fabric, provides a middle layer for warming up and moving around. To choose well, select the parka one size up from your usual size, so that it fits over a sweatshirt, and ensure that it covers the lower back when bending down to pick up cones and balls.

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Frequently asked questions

What to wear for rugby training when it's freezing?

A long-sleeved base layer, a training jersey on top, then a warm zip-up top to take off after the warm-up. A second dry top, kept in the bag, replaces the first as soon as the session ends.

Long-sleeve or short-sleeve training top?

Long sleeves protect from the cold and burns on synthetic turf from October to March. Short sleeves allow free movement and are suitable for intense sessions and mild late spring evenings.

What cut to choose for a training top?

A fitted cut for exertion, which does not flap and doesn’t catch during contact. A looser fit for the outer layer, which should go over the jersey without restricting the shoulders.

Polyester or cotton for rugby training?

Technical polyester wicks away sweat and dries in minutes, which prevents cooling down at the end of exertion. Cotton, comfortable for everyday wear, absorbs water and feels cold on the skin once the session is over.

How to prevent odours on a technical top?

Wash it quickly after the session, inside out, at thirty degrees and without fabric softener, which traps bacteria in the fibres. Left damp in the bag, polyester quickly retains a stubborn smell.