Want to Smash Like Viktor Axelsen? The Olympic Champion Reveals His Training Secrets

Jayce September 10, 2024 10 0

Two-time Olympic champion Viktor Axelsen has unveiled the secret behind his powerful smashes and incredible agility on the badminton court. The 30-year-old player shared a 54-second video on Instagram, offering a glimpse into his workout routine.

In the video, Axelsen shared two of his key exercises:

Hex Bar Deadlifts

3-4 sets,
8-12 reps

Axelsen stated that hex bar deadlifts and lateral exercises are crucial to his powerful smashes. These exercises give him perfect balance and strengthen his leg muscles, which are essential for executing smashes. He recommends that young badminton players incorporate this exercise into their daily training to elevate their game.
He said, “Hex bar deadlifts can transform a badminton player’s level.”

“They are a great alternative to squats and deadlifts.”

“They build strong legs and explosive power, improve balance, and provide the strength you need for a more powerful jump smash.”

Bulgarian Split Squats or Dumbbell Lunges

3 sets per leg,
6-8 reps

In the second part of the video, Axelsen explained why Bulgarian split squats or dumbbell lunges are ideal for badminton players and how they have improved his agility over the years.

He explained, “These exercises build single-leg strength, enhance balance, and improve agility.”

“This is crucial for quickly changing direction on the court. Additionally, they help prevent injuries by strengthening stabilizer muscles.”

Axelsen and Social Media
The Danish player is also well aware of the power of social media and its ability to boost the popularity of badminton. He has amassed a million followers on Instagram, as well as on Weibo and TikTok.

他在接受法新社采访时表示：“我不会轻视社交媒体给我带来的曝光度。这是展示我的运动项目和打造个人品牌的绝佳机会。”

Olympic Champion Axelsen

Earlier this month, Axelsen defended his men’s singles title by defeating Thailand’s Kunlavut Vitidsarn to claim the gold medal. Axelsen needed only 52 minutes in the final to secure a 21-11, 21-11 victory over Vitidsarn.

Axelsen became the first European to win consecutive Olympic badminton singles gold medals. Just like in the Tokyo Olympics three years ago, his Paris victory remains the only medal won by a European in the sport

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