An MVP's unconventional 'less is more' training strategy — including weights after games
WNBA icon Breanna Stewart has dialed down her training and recovery routine to the core essentials — Pilates, naps, carbs, and post-game weights.
Breanna Stewart, the New York Liberty forward, has a meticulous pre-game routine to maintain her performance at the highest level. After a decade in the WNBA, her approach has become more calculated. Her day begins with a black coffee, followed by nurturing her kids before heading to the training center at Barclays. For breakfast, she opts for an omelet bar, but does not track macronutrients.
Mid-training or after sessions, she fuels up with Clif bars or fruit, followed by chicken or salmon with veggies and more carbs. Six hours before game time, she consumes rice to prevent stomach discomfort. Her pre-game warm-up involves Pilates for core activation, helping her perform at peak capacity and avoid injuries. On game day, a nap followed by coffee calms her nerves.
Post-game, Stewart engages in recovery tactics like cold plunges, steam room or sauna sessions, and lifts weights to unwind and process the game. She believes "less is more" in her training, preferring effective workouts over prolonged or exhaustive sessions.
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