England hooker Vicky Fleetwood has been working hard in the gym ahead of the Rugby World Cup with England in September.
The 32-year-old played a key part as England triumphed at the 2014 Women’s Rugby World Cup and featured prominently as they finished runners-up in 2017.
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5 Inspiring Rugby Union Women To Follow On Instagram
#1. Stella Mills
Women's rugby writer for the likes of RUCK, RugbyPass, Girls Rugby Club and more. A strong advocate for growing women's rugby from the grassroots up, Mills also works as a freelance PR in the women's sports industry, representing a variety of clients.
Read her latest column on International Women's Day by clicking here.
#2. Ellie Boatman
The England Sevens international, who has recently signed for Harlequins from Wasps, is a rugby winger who’s transformed her body and will help you do the same. From meal ideas to workout tips, she has everything covered. Ellie also happens to have the most impressive collection of leggings in the history of leggings, bringing her Instagram game to a new level.
#3. Kat Merchant (Worcester Warriors)
An inspiration to her team on the field, Merchant retired from rugby, aged 28, on medical advice related to the long-term effects of concussion after England won the World Cup in 2014.
She recently made the headlines as she refused to "give in to bullies" after she received anonymous hate messages and a video online due to her muscled physique.
The definition of inspiration, you can follow her fitness journey on Instagram.
#4. Charlotte Caslick
Caslick is one of the most recognisable players in women's rugby. She has pace, strength and determination that make her world class. And, most importantly of all, she never skips. a day in the gym.
#5. Vicky Fleetwood (Saracens)
Fleetwood has 79 England caps after making her debut a decade ago, and those caps include two World Cup Finals, one of those victorious in 2014. Her tips and tricks in the gym combined with her snaps from inside England camp make her well worth the follow.
