Mclaren driver Lando Norris pushes Martin Garrix to the limit as the duo work out together
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Lando Norris and Martin Garrix
In a recent instagram story, Mclaren driver Lando Norris can be seen pumping iron in the gym. Norris is accompanied by world famous Dutch DJ, Martin Garrix. Strikingly, Formula One drivers have to train even during the off-season to ensure optimum performance when F1 returns. While many drivers prefer a training retreat to the snow covered Alps, some enjoy staying inside the temperature controlled gym.
Notably, Fernando Alonso is currently in a training camp in the alps. The double World Champion shared a video of him running in -4 degrees on his instagram. Followed by another video of him training his neck. Formula One drivers have to perform a stringent neck strengthening routine in order to manage the G forces exerted on their necks during turns and acceleration.
The snow is not for everyone though. Pierre Gasly is currently training in Dubai. His gym was the scene of a hilarious reunion between Gasly and former teammate Yuki Tsunoda when the pair bumped into each other last week. Gasly has shared photographs of him deadlifting, bench pressing and performing neck strengthening exercises.
Lando Norris delighted to bring Martin Garrix to the gym
In Norris’ story, world renowned DJ, Martin Garrix can be seen doing a preacher curl. Norris proceeds to motivate him by asking him to go for ‘one more rep’. On closer inspection, the EZ bar seems to be loaded with two 10kg plates. Norris also captioned the story with “We got him to the gym”.
Garrix appears to be smiling throughout the treacherous process of performing preacher curls. Towards the end of the video, he exclaims “He was gonna do 15” upon struggling to complete 2 clean repetitions. Notably, Garrix is often seen in the Formula One paddock. He is an avid fan and a close ally to fellow dutchman, Max Verstappen.
Evidently, drivers need to maintain fitness standards even when they are off the clock. Such are the demands of Formula One. A driver can not carry too much weight because it will effect lap times and a driver can not be too lean because they wouldn’t be able to deal with the high G forces. While Garrix’ form and intensity might be questionable to some, it is certainly entertaining to see the 2 stars enjoying downtime together.
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