Jacob Osborn

Steve Smith's Cricket Diet & Workout Plan | Man of Many

LIFESTYLE
According to legend, Steve Smith struggled with weight issues at a young age, being a little chubbier than his mates. In turn, he adopted a healthy mindset and adjoining diet early on in life, which helped pave the way for his career. To this day, he avoids excessive amounts of carbs. Along similar lines, he also eats plenty of proteins.

Steve Smith’s Diet Plan

  • Oatmeal – A large bowl of jumbo oats with some skim milk added to it is a certifiable way to maintain heart health, build energy, and even fight cholesterol.
  • Eggs – Protein intake starts as early as breakfast.
  • Fresh Juice – It might have carbs, but it also has vitamins and nutrients.
  • Tea or Coffee – No one argues with caffeine!
  • Breakfast

  • 25g whey protein powder + 25g dextrose in water – Consume directly after the morning workout.
  • Oatcakes with low-fat cheese – About 45 minutes after your workout, help yourself to this healthy snack, which maintains the slow release of energy throughout the day.
  • Piece of fruit – We’ll let you figure this one out.
  • Beverage
  • Post Workout Snack

  • Sandwich – Think granary bread, a healthy spread, and some lean ham or chicken and you’re heading in the right direction.
  • Large mackerel fillet – To be clear, you should eat the sandwich or the fillet—not both.
  • 100g mixed nuts & seeds – Yummy and nutritious.
  • Mixed Salad – Be sure to incorporate plenty of dark leafy greens.
  • Low-fat yoghurt – It should be low in sugar as well.
  • Beverage
  • Lunch

  • 2-3 oatcakes with low-fat soft cheese – It might taste familiar, but this is about the slow release of energy, not your palate.
  • 100g mixed & seeds – You’ll eat them and you’ll like them, damn it!
  • Piece of fruit – Make it an orange this time. Why? Because we said so.
  • Beverage
  • Post Cricket-Training Snack

  • Lean protein – Choose between steak, chicken breast, or fish.
  • Side dish – Typical sides consist of things like boiled potatoes, basmati rice, or dry roasted sweet potatoes.
  • Vegetables – There’s nothing to say about veggies that you don’t already know.
  • Low-fat yoghurt – Like your previous serving of yoghurt, this one should be low in sugar.
  • Beverage
  • Dinner

  • 100g cottage cheese – Feel free to eat a serving of quark cheese or yet one more cup of yoghurt instead.
  • Banana – Antioxidants, nutrients, fibre, oh my!
  • A handful of nuts and seeds – It’s a good thing nuts and seeds are tasty because you’ll be eating a fair amount of them.
  • Beverage
  • Pre-Bedtime Snack

    If you follow cricket, you’re probably aware that Steve Smith recently suffered a concussion while playing for the 2019 Ashes series in England. However, he was back at the top of the Test batting rankings by early September, which only further demonstrates his perseverance and talent. Perhaps that’s why Alastair Cook claimed that ‘Steve Smith is redefining what is possible as a batsman.’

    Steve Smith’s Workout Plan

  • Start with an athletic lift such as a high pull-up or power clean—perform 8-12 reps.
  • Follow with 2-4 minutes of free aerobic exercise at 90-95% maximum heart rate.
  • Rest for 2 minutes.
  • Perform 3 rounds total, resting 2 minutes between each round.
  • Rest for 5 minutes after the last round.
  • Phase One

  • Start with a slower and slightly less technical athletic lift such as a front squat or back squat—perform 8-12 reps.
  • Follow with 2-4 minutes of free aerobic exercise at 90-95% maximum heart rate.
  • Rest for 2 minutes.
  • Perform 3 rounds total, resting 2 minutes between each round.
  • Rest for 5 minutes after the last round.
  • Phase Two

  • This phase typically consists of circuit training. Employ bodyweight movements for 6-12 reps.
  • Perform 3-5 sets total.
  • Take no more than a minute of rest between each set.
  • Phase Three

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