NRL: Bearing up under scrutiny

Many experts have tried to uncover the answers to why the Warriors have underachieved so badly this season when they were expected to be among the contenders.

The Herald on Sunday thought we had exposed the truth at Warriors training last week.

Among guidelines pinned to the gymnasium wall was a rule which stated: "No nude training."

Had that been the reason for their woes? Was coach Ivan Cleary's naked ambition a little raw for his players?

With images of Steve Price and Stacey Jones training in the buff, we went in search of the bare facts.

The stark reality is somewhat more innocent.

It turns out the rule was included to stop Warriors under-20s players who enjoy gazing in the mirrors from training topless.

Whew.