By: Fatima Roshni Image credit: Total Shape
Standing 7-foot tall Milwaukee Bucks star and power forward Giannis Antetokounmpo's nickname 'The Greek Freak' goes for his physical attributes and fitness as an athlete.
Carrying such athleticism, Giannis is quite serious with his workout regime, starting with the upper body workout on Monday and Wednesday every week with a 60-second break in between.
The exercises include Incline Press, Close Grip Pull Up, Dumbbell Raise, Machine Press, external and internal rotations, triceps press down, cable curls, hand grips, and wrist flexion and extension.
On Tuesday & Thursday, he works on lower body, doing deadlifts, leg presses, hip abduction, standing calf raises, reverse crunches, cable side bends, lunges, dumbbell step-ups, & Romanian deadlifts.
His Friday & Saturday routines include cardio like sprints, HIIT treadmill sessions, stationary bike work, laps while swimming, and other types of sports, with a rest day on Sunday.
On the other hand, Giannis' diet plan includes a daily intake of protein shakes 45 minutes before his workout and water intake throughout the day to keep his body, especially the muscles, hydrated.
His six-meal course for a day starts with breakfast of fresh fruits, eggs, oatmeal, and bacon, while his other meals include high-protein foods like meat, chicken, or fish and limited carbs per day.
Besides, the planned diet course, Giannis is seen munching and enjoying snacks in between or post game.
Giannis says- "It's important for me to never stop improving. When I'm not on court playing, I’m in the gym training and building strength. Eating well and exercising right is very important to me.”
“It’s Happening” – Giannis Antetokounmpo Is Joining the Golden State Warriors? Latest Video Sparks Trade Rumors