Letchworth’s Director of Rugby has added Pro Boxer and Personal Trainer Tom Ansell to his team as Strength and Conditioning expert.
Tom’s early sporting career was on the playing fields at Letchworth. A promising half back, he was selected to represent Hertfordshire, quickly making his mark with early elevation to the Senior squad.
A personal trainer, Tom realised Boxers took their training to another level. He followed that route, finding his talents weren’t limited to Rugby. Boxing out of the Goodwin stable, his Pro record now stands at 8 wins from 9 bouts.
He retained his love for rugby and will now be responsible for whipping the senior players in to shape. His understanding of the game is a real bonus. As well as general fitness, Tom will tailor individual programmes dependant on position and body type.
Players will have access to Tom at club sessions, and through The Elite Fitness Academy in Hitchin.
Basra is delighted to welcome Tom to the team he is developing. “Tom’s links to The Club, together with his knowledge and skill make him a great asset. If you are not fit, you will get found out at this level. With Tom on board, there will be no hiding places.”
The RFU have just issued guidance as to allowing small groups of players to train, so Tom will be busy very soon.
