Some of us may struggle with it from time to time, but together we can stay connected and look after are friends and family. Make sure you are there in both the good and difficult times.

LooseHeadz have come up with 7 Steps to Mental Fitness. It is as important to exercise your mind as it is your body.

Socialise - Whether online, or in person, staying connected with your friends and family is key to improving the mental fitness of yourself and others.
Workout - Exercise should be a key part of our daily routine. Whether it's going to rugby training, or just getting out for a walk.
Focus - Being able to focus on being present and in the moment provides us with the time to recognise, understand and process our thoughts.
Train - Having a structure and routine can help build our mental fitness, but continuing to learn and stimulate ourselves can have a huge impact.
Give - The smallest acts of kindness can be a huge boost for ourselves & others. Simply appreciating what we have can also help provide perspective.
Nutrition - A healthy, balanced diet can support good physical and mental health. Limit your intake of processed food and drink plenty of water.
Sleep - The average adult will need 7-9 hours of sleep each night, so make sure you have a good sleep hygiene routine

So, if you've not seen one of your teammates down at training, give them a call to see how they're getting on. Get down to training for not only the exercise but for the social. Give your time to others, your act of kindness can go a long way.

Remember, we are a #RugbyFamily. We share a common passion and the bonds that connect us all will last well beyond an 80 minute performance or a season. Reach out and talk.