“Hotel gym workout,” she captioned the mirror selfie.
Lexi Thompson is getting her sweat on – at a hotel. In a new social media post the golfer shows off her amazing body during a grueling workout. “Hotel gym workout,” she captioned the mirror selfie. How does the athlete approach health and wellness? Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits – including her diet and workout routine.
1 Golf
Lexi spends most of her time on the golf course, perfecting her swing. Golf’s health benefits are extensive, including mind, body, and even lifespan, according to a comprehensive review published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. Benefits include improved longevity, decreased risk of developing heart disease or suffering a stroke, good mental health, and improved strength and balance.
2 Sled Pulling
During an interview with Holly Sonders and Gary Williams, Lexi discussed her love-hate relationship with a particular exercise. “Sled pulling is pretty hard,” she confessed. “That is something interesting, and my trainer puts a good amount of weight on the sled,” she added. “It is very difficult, but I love it. I love training and just knowing I can improve on my fitness is very important to me.”
3 Core Strength
Lexi also explained that she improved her core strength in the gym, which helped a lot with her golf swing and self-esteem. “I feel a lot better about myself,” she said.
4 Special Diet Before Events
When she is playing a golf event, Lexi follows a special diet, which includes a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, protein bars, and beef jerky. She revealed that Tiger Woods suggested it to keep her calories and energy levels up.
5 Intense Exercise Sessions at the Gym
In one of her workout videos, Lexi revealed her intense routine. It included squats with a kettlebell. “Feet shoulder width apart, feet a little toed out. Ensure good posture — header, chest out. And squeeze at the top,” she said in the clip. Then she did 10 single-leg deadlifts per side using a kettlebell. “Good posture, keep your core tight and really focus on your balance,” she said. Next up, hip rotation using a band. “Really focus on keeping your balance as you rotate that hip. Keep it nice and slow and controlled,” she suggested. She ends the video with a monster walk.