Why Lebron James is the greatest basketball player
The youngest to reach 30k career points, 13x All Star, 13x All-NBA, 4x MVP, 3x NBA CHAMP, 3x Finals MVP, Olympic gold medals and so on. With stats like these, there’s no question he’s undeniably one of the greatest to ever play the game.
What’s even more impressive is his longevity without any major injuries. LeBron’s business savvy off the court is exceptional. On the court, his IQ for the game is second to none. He employs the same genius when it comes to taking care of his health. Natural talent, great genes, superb work ethic and diet enables LeBron to dominate and outlast the competition.
If you want results, incorporate these regimens to your routine.
James’ workout regimen is extraordinary. He trains 5 times a week during the off season and 7 times during the season. Some of the exercises include pilates and yoga sessions which prevent injuries by keeping the muscles lean and flexible. His workouts are designed not only for lean muscled build. They involve different mixes to boost explosiveness and endurance (supersets) on the court. The supersets are intense, fast-paced and involve minimal rest periods (~45 seconds) between each set.
Typical Upper Body Session:
5 minute warm-up jog on a treadmill.
3 sets of forearm planks (60 seconds each)
3 sets of side planks (60 seconds each)
3 sets of 30 push-ups
3 sets of 12 pull-ups
3 sets of dumbbell snatches (10 reps each)
3 sets of one-arm cable row (10 reps each)
Finish session with 20 minute cardio on a stationary bike
Typical Lower Body Session:
5 minute warm-up jog on a treadmill.
3 sets of Swiss ball ab rollout (12 reps each)
30 repetitions of Swiss ball crunch followed by planks on Swiss ball holding pose for 30 seconds (3 sets)
3 sets of dumbbell squats (10 reps)
3 sets of Swiss ball hamstring curls (10 reps)
3 sets of dumbbell step-up (10 reps)
3 sets of single-leg dumbbell calf raise (10 reps)
Finish session with 20 minute cardio on a stationary bike
Diet
The FDA (Food and Drug Administration) recommends intake of around 2500 calories for adult males and 2000 calories for adult females. Depending on your metabolism and activity level, you should find out the amount of calories that’s right for you. The All-Star ingests about 6 small meals a day which comprises the following according to Fitness Hacker:
Meal 1 (6.25am): Whole wheat bagel with 1 tablespoon peanut butter, 1/2 cup of strawberries, 1/2 cup cottage cheese
Meal 2 (9.30 am): 1-cup orange juice, 1 banana, 1 scoop protein power with 1 cup of milk (low fat).
Meal 3 (12 noon): Lean roast beef with whole-wheat bun. Lettuce, tomato, 2 tablespoons of mustard, low fat cheddar cheese, and a 1-cup milk (low fat).
Meal 4 (2.30 pm): 1/2 cup blueberries, 1-cup low fat natural yogurt, 1/2 glass milk, and one granola bar.
Meal 5 (5.00 pm): 1 cup strawberries, 1 cup milk, 1 cup orange juice, an 1 cup low fat strawberry yoghurt (with or without 1.2 tablespoon of honey)
Meal 6 (8.30 pm): 11/2 cup small broccoli, 1/2 cup rice, 1/3 cup orange juice, 3 oz chicken breasts, sliced water chestnuts (4 ounces) and 1.2 tablespoon virgin oil
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