Match and Training Load Exposure and Time-Loss Incidence in Elite Rugby Union Players

To investigate the impact of match and training load on time-loss incidence in elite, professional Rugby Union players.Eighty-nine Rugby Union players were monitored over two seasons of training and competition. Load was measured for all training sessions and matches using subjective [session ratings of perceived exertion (sRPE) load; RPE × session duration] and objective [global positioning systems (GPS); distance and high-speed running...