How does James Harden train? Exploring the diet and fitness routine of Los Angeles Clippers’ Star

James Harden has made his mark with basketball and is now playing for the Los Angeles Clippers. The basketball icon who has been a part of the game for a long time has integrated a sustainable workout routine and diet to ensure he stays in shape. Harden's routine is even more stringent than other NBA players, as he competes for MVP each year.

What is James Harden's Fitness Routine?

James Harden has been training with Paul Fabritz for a long time. In an interview with Men's Health, Fabritz delved deep into what Harden's fitness routine looks like. He shared, “He plays 82 plus games every year. We gotta keep him durable, resilient and healthy. But, he’s also competing for the MVP each year – so it’s not just about health – it’s also about explosiveness..it’s about his movements on the court. So I’m going to take you through a typical workout. Let’s do it.” He also added, "We've got to work hard, we've got to work smart, we've got to work consistently. Take care of your nutrition, take care of your sleep, you're going to see some good results."


When it comes to the workout, it includes a dynamic warm-up, stability drills and core activation before he begins the workout. Priority is also given to stretching and recovery.

What is James Harden's Diet?

In an interview with Sports Illustrated, James Harden shared that to him, "Nutrition means everything. Now I know you have to make sure you’re putting the right things in your body so your career can last as long as possible.”




James Harden prefers fish as his primary source of protein, with Seabass and Halibut being his favorites. As a post-game meal, he usually opts for fish, rice, and mixed vegetables. He ensures to add Omega-3 fatty acids to his diet to help him recover. However, when it comes to celebrating a big win, he might indulge in a steak or some mac and cheese.


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Additionally, he is also a big fan of smoothies. In the interview with Sports Illustrated, he shared, “The one thing I can make is smoothies -- you just throw it in the blender. Sometimes I go healthy with the greens like kale and the other nasty stuff, but sometimes I just go with the fruit. It depends on the way I feel that day.”


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