Henry Pollock Reveals Incredible 10kg Body Transformation In Three Months

Thursday, 02 July 2026 at 11:39

bySteven Smith

England sensation Henry Pollock has revealed the remarkable physical transformation that helped launch his rapid rise to the top of the game.

The Northampton Saints back-row added an astonishing 10kg of muscle in just three months after joining the club's senior programme, increasing his weight from around 95kg to 105kg.

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But it wasn't just the size gain that caught the attention of coaches.

Pollock's testing numbers are among the most impressive in English rugby. The 20-year-old can reportedly squat 230kg for three reps, bench press 140kg for two reps and reach a top speed of around 10 metres per second.

His engine is just as impressive, recording an elite Bronco test time of 4 minutes 25 seconds, while his explosive power is highlighted by a 54cm vertical jump.

Speaking in a recent Men's Health feature, Pollock explained that the aim was never simply to bulk up. Instead, Northampton's strength and conditioning staff focused on making him more powerful and resilient while preserving the pace and work-rate that have become trademarks of his game.

The results speak for themselves.

Now an England international and one of the country's brightest young talents, Pollock possesses a rare blend of size, speed and endurance that has already drawn comparisons with some of the modern game's greatest back-row forwards.

It's little wonder England coaches have been left so impressed by his extraordinary athletic profile.

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