Training Like a Professional Amateur

I sat down with Joel Harries to talk about what it actually means to train like a pro… when you’re not one.

Joel works with rugby players who have jobs, families and limited time - but still want to see how good they can be.

This is about standards, mindset and doing the right things - repeatedly.

🧩 What You’ll Learn:

👉 Why “professional amateur” is a mindset, not a playing level.
👉 The difference between chasing 1% gains and nailing the 80%.
👉 How to think about injury if you actually want to improve.
👉 Why most people are overwhelmed by information - and underwhelmed by progress.
👉 How to be ruthless with your time when you’ve only got five hours a week.

There’s a lot in here about boredom, basics and being honest with yourself.

If you used to love sports, still care about your performance, but don’t have pro-level time - this will land.

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👉 Joel's YouTube Channel
👉 Joel's Instagram

If you’re a former athlete with unfinished goals and you want structure around your training, send me a DM on Instagram with the word EVERGREEN.

We’ll have a proper conversation about where you’re at and what real progress could look like for you.