The Los Angeles Lakers selected Julius Randle as their 7th overall pick, marking their highest draft pick in 32 years. Following the 2016-17 season, the team’s management emphasized the need for players to return to their improved physical condition during exit interviews. Despite Julius not being out of shape by any stretch, he exceeded his listed weight of 250 pounds due to poor eating habits.

In a recent interview with the Tidal League, Julius Randle‘s trainer recalled the incident from his time with the Lakers that angered him, stemming from Randle’s?unhealthy dietary choices influenced by former professional boxer Floyd Mayweather.

Tyler Relph opens up about Julius Randle’s poor eating habits

Tyler Relph revealed that the New York Knicks star used to be a menace back during his early days in LA, eating and drinking away unhealthily after games. Relph said, “I walked in right after the game and he’s got five cokes and fried food everywhere. Fried chicken everywhere. French fries. I remember sitting there and I was just mad at him. I’m like ‘Yo, what are you doing? He’s like ‘Bro you ever listen to Floyd Mayweather?'”.

He further added, “I’m like ‘Bro, what the f–k are you talking about?’. He’s like, ‘Floyd Mayweather said he drinks coke.’ I’m like, ‘Motherf**ker you are not Floyd Mayweather'”.

When asked about his poor eating habits, Randle had a simple answer. He was inspired by the boxing legend, Floyd Mayweather, who used to drink soda after every workout session.

However, Julius has come a long way since. Now, he’s way more picky with his food. Relph explained, “Now he’s like, ‘Is there any sugar here’. I was like, ‘Damn bro like…'”

Julius Randle’s workout routine

After the team’s warnings, Julius Randle started rectifying his mistakes and getting back in shape. Under the guidance of trainer Amoila Cesar, Randle committed to a five-day-a-week workout regimen. The workout started with a 15-20 minute warm-up, focusing on mobility and hip exercises, given Randle’s history of a broken hip pointer and leg. Randle would then run for a mile before beginning the core weight training program.

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The weight training included power cleans, deadlifts, barbell rows, back/front squats, bench presses, and snatches, lasting for 90 minutes. The weight training was followed by two hours of basketball drills and on-court training. His sessions culminated with a 20-minute foam rolling session to conclude the workout.

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