James Haskell

Former English Rugby Star

James Haskell is one of England’s best back-row players and has played top level club and international rugby all over the world. Following his retirement from professional rugby in May 2019, James signed a deal to fight with mixed martial arts promotion Bellator MMA.

"James’ elite athleticism and commanding physique has seen him become one of the most recognisable sportsmen of his generation."

Topics

Motivation
Team Building
Life and Times
After Dinner

Languages

He presents in English.

How he presents

James is an engaging and charismatic speaker who always makes any event memorable.

Publications

2018
Cooking For Fitness: Eat Smart, Train Better
Perfect Fit: The Winning Formula
2016
Introduction to Becoming and Remaining Rugbyfit

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In Detail

An England international from the age of 21, James Haskell has enjoyed an impressive career on the rugby pitch. The flanker has featured for some of the biggest rugby clubs in the world, as well as making 77 caps at international level. James has pushed himself to the top throughout 16 years in the game. Alongside his international appearances, he has twice played for the British and Irish Lions, becoming the man of the series in the 3-0 series win over Australia. He’s also developed a profile off the pitch, in the media, and also as a health and fitness expert. His business interests have stretched from a coffee brand to clothing and a fitness and training company. In this latter area he has published books, developed a website and app, a diet supplement brand and fitness courses.

What he offers you

James shares his lessons of dealing with the pressure to perform and getting the best from the team around you. He also explores how to overcome challenges both personal and professional, and how to achieve the goals you set for yourself. As well as relating these lessons from the pitch to the workplace, he also looks at their role in health, fitness and wellbeing.