Anthony Watson's workout and training plan

England and Bath Rugby wing Anthony Watson has been making the headlines in recent weeks, after enjoying a strong personal Six Nations campaign comprising vital tries and man-of-the-match performances. But how does Watson tailor his training to maximise his performance on the field?

Working recently with nutrition sponsors MaxiNutrition Watson shed light on the regime and training schedule which helps him become one of the most athletic wingers in world rugby.

Speed and agility are two of the main weapons in the 22-year-old's arsenal and, with rugby backs reported to have similar sprint times to track athletes over 15 and 35 metres despite their larger frames, these traits are something at which Watson consistently works at in order to develop his all round game. 

Renowned for his electric pace which has made him a regular fixture out wide for both club and country, this is something Watson has to both hone and maintain.

But, as an attribute, speed is a difficult one to enhance. As with any sporting attributes, speed can be trained but much of Anthony's work is to support his speed and develop agility, power and strength, so that he can exploit his speed when needed.

In their training tips, Maxi Nutrition comment: "Watson's training programme is designed specifically for an elite athlete who is fully supported and monitored by a team of high performance professionals. 

"Although well known for his speed and agility, Watson's training programme is a more rounded approach to support all aspects of his game.

"Anthony tells us that it's this preparation that gives him the edge, 'Knowing that I have ticked every box and left no stone unturned,' Anthony tells us. He feels this gives him the freedom to express himself and enjoy his rugby."

Maxi Nutrition add: "Speed is a sporting attribute that training alone, is no substitute for a favourable genetic makeup, however, training can not only support speed, protect against injury but training can also help to turn raw speed into something functional and England's Anthony Watson has done exactly that.

"Speed is one thing but being agile and quick is a real asset on the rugby pitch. Know your limits but explore your potential, someone is always quicker but speed alone will not bring success."

You can watch Anthony Watson talk training and recovery, post match routine, internationals and diet with Maxi Nutrition below: