My Attempt at the Roman Reigns Workout Thing
Alright, so I kept seeing stuff about Roman Reigns and how the guy stays in shape. You know, the “Tribal Chief” build. Looks powerful. I got curious, figured, why not give his kind of workout a shot? See what it’s actually like, not just reading about it. I’m no pro wrestler, obviously, but I like pushing myself in the gym sometimes.
So, I started digging around, trying to piece together what his routine might involve. Seemed like a lot of heavy lifting, compound movements, you know, the basics but ramped up. Stuff like squats, deadlifts, bench presses. Also saw mentions of conditioning work, sled pushes, farmer’s walks – things that build functional strength, not just mirror muscles. Looked intense, honestly.
Getting Started: The First Few Sessions
Okay, the first week? Rough. That’s the simple way to put it. I decided to focus on hitting those big lifts hard, like I read he does.
- Squats: Went heavier than usual. Legs were shaky afterwards. Really felt it the next day.
- Bench Press: Tried to push good weight but focused on form. Didn’t want to snap anything trying to be a hero on day one.
- Deadlifts: These were the real killer. Felt my whole back working. Kept the weight manageable to start, just getting used to pulling heavy again.
I also threw in some accessory work, like rows and overhead presses, and tried some basic conditioning – just some high-intensity intervals on the bike to simulate that in-ring gas tank he must have. Felt wiped out after each session. No joke.
Sticking With It (Sort Of)
I kept this up for a few weeks. It wasn’t easy. You gotta be consistent. Some days I felt strong, others I really had to drag myself to do it. It’s definitely a grind. You need to eat right too, fuel this kind of work. I tried to eat more protein, cleaner carbs. Felt like I was constantly hungry.
The heavy compound lifts remained the core. That felt right. It’s the kind of training that builds overall strength. I did notice I was getting stronger on my main lifts, slowly but surely. The conditioning part? Still tough. I never really enjoyed that part, but I knew it was necessary. Felt a bit more durable, maybe? Less winded on the stairs, small stuff like that.
What I Learned
Did I end up looking like Roman Reigns? Ha! Not even close. But that wasn’t really the point. The point was trying out that style of intense, power-focused training. It’s demanding. Requires serious dedication, good recovery, and probably a lot more food than I was eating.
It definitely pushed me. Showed me that building that kind of physique is no accident; it’s hard, consistent work focused on getting brutally strong. I respect the effort involved. I took away a new appreciation for heavy compound lifting and sticking to the basics. While I probably won’t keep up that specific intensity forever, incorporating those heavy lifts and some tough conditioning definitely felt beneficial. It’s solid, old-school stuff that works if you put the effort in. Felt good to push my limits that way, even if I’m not spearing anyone anytime soon.
