The Game of Thrones Warrior Workout

R+L=J? No, MH+this workout=ripped

By Men's HealthUpdated: 10 April 2019

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Want to sculpt strength like Jon Snow, bench like Bronn or lift like a Lannister? Well, your journey to Game of Thrones strength doesn’t have to be as slow as the White Walkers’ march. Not with this workout anyway.

We've teamed up with Garry Kerr, Head of Operations and Training at British Military Fitness to get you warrior ready in time for the start of Season Eight. This workout should build total-body strength, which will get you ripped, but still may not be enough to survive the Night King's wrath.

Dumbbell Farmers' Walk

Sets: 4

Reps: 20m

Rest: 20sec

Grab a pair of dumbbells and hold them by your sides. Walk forward taking short, quick steps. Go for the given distance, as fast as possible.

Hip Flexor Stretch

Sets: 4

Reps: 12

Rest: 20sec

From your knees, place one foot forward in front of you. Keeping your back upright and foot planted, lean forward through your hips to stretch the front of your rear leg. Repeat with the opposite side.

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Walking Lunge

Sets: 4

Reps: 8 (each leg)

Rest: 20sec

Lunge forward as far as you can with your right leg, bending your trailing knee so it almost brushes the floor. Use the heel of your right foot to push yourself off into the next lunge, this time leading with your left leg.

Single-arm Kettlebell Snatch

Sets: 4

Reps: 5

Rest: 20sec

Holding a kettlebell in one hand between your legs, squat down until your thighs are parallel to the floor. Drive upwards through your hips and knees and as the kettlebell rises to shoulder height, rotate your hand and push it upwards until your arm is locked out. Squat down and return the weight to the start position. Repeat. Complete the prescribed reps with one arm, then swap sides.

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