Saturday, December 26, 2009

Lewis Hamilton's Racing Workout


A lot of times we get the feeling that only certain sports require athletes to spend time in the gym. But for most sports, athletes have to strengthen the muscles that make them excel at their sport. For tennis, its forearms. But for racing its a little more difficult. Its about building endurance, and staying focus. Lewis Hamilton must stay in top shape in order to be the world's best race car driver:

"Quick reactions aren't born within you, you need to practice. I do this through a series of speed and agility exercises. These exercises include speed ladders and mini hurdles, sprints, and plyometric exercises such as jumping and hopping."

[ See more here, click on "How Does Lewis Train"]

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