Rory McIlroy is one of the best golfers on the planet, but he’s also an athlete. When he isn’t practicing his swing on the driving range or golf course, he’s putting in the work at the gym to train his body. To help him with his training, Rory trusts Nike to provide him with training shoes so he can run, jump, cut and lift.
The Nike Metcon 2, a training shoe by Nike, gets a new spring look, inspired by Rory’s training journey and the year’s first Major Championship – The Masters. Rory’s off-course routine includes cross training: running, cutting, jumping and weight lifting to gain muscle endurance, strength and speed.
“Ever since I started to get into strength and conditioning, it has not only improved my golf game but also helped prevent injury,” confirms McIlroy.
For his in-gym moves, McIlroy relies on the Nike Metcon 2. Known for its strength and stability, the shoe enables him to tackle a range of activities, from lifts and squats to core and balance work, all integral to his success.
“Good posture and reliable core stability ultimately improve my swing and make me more consistent,” McIlroy attests. “I like to keep a workout routine for at least six to eight weeks before changing it up. Recently, I’ve started to add some speed and strength-specific training to get more explosive.”
McIlroy will display his hard-earned strength at the first Major of the year, where springtime azaleas will also be in full bloom. “The mental and physical strength I build throughout the year helps me to not only concentrate and visualize where I want the ball to go but also to have the power and explosiveness to then hit that shot,” he explains.
He’ll have a lot of competition this year with the likes of Adam Scott and Jason Day playing incredibly well over the past month. You can’t count out defending champion Jordan Spieth or other young stars such as Rickie Fowler either. Just nine more days until The Masters!
Source: Nike Inc.
