Training with Team Willis

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Been working out everyday in Santa Monica with Ryan Nece, Shawne Merriman and Travis Johnson. Darren Willis is our trainer. We don't start our offseason conditioning program until next week so this is my training before the training, I get a month head start so I'll be in good shape when the team starts working out.

I've been training with Darren since I came out of K State. We're in the gym every day from 8-9:30 and then do outdoor training after that. We go on the field Monday and Thursday to run routes and work on our speed and quickness. We're in the pool doing strides and jumps on Tuesdays. That works everything, arms, legs, you name it. On Wednesdays we alternate running the Santa Monica stairs and the sand dunes. The sand dunes really work your hips, ankles and balance. We do treadmill work on Fridays. Everything we do is tough, but nothing compares to the sand dunes. It's by far the hardest thing we do. That's why working out with the other guys is so valuable because when you start getting tired there is always someone there pushing you

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• eagles4ever05 said March 25, 2009

  Sounds Like fun if you like that sorta thing Keep Pushing on no matter what there that should get you through tomorrow

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• Shanelle626 said March 26, 2009

  Wow, I got tired just reading that! Nice to hear you devote yourself so completely to the less-glamorous part of the job.

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• Boltz4Life said March 26, 2009

  Tank and Lights Out! F'n SICK!!! I'll pay the price of a NFL Ticket to watch you guyz train.

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• CHRIS72 said March 26, 2009

  whats up d sproles,
  
  it just shows that you dont just take your great abilities for granted,
  but want to get better every day.

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• ameyer84 said March 26, 2009

  I heard that Boltz4Life!! Nice work Tank, keep up the good job, must be why you always look great on the field!

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• socalsunburner said March 26, 2009

  Whats up playa?!! Thanks for being a MAN-BEAST even on the offseason!!! That shows true dedication for the game! Im glad you got that money this year that you deserve! 2 years ago was your coming out party.. last year you proved your a BEAST....this year you will prove you and the Chargers are SUPERBOWL CHAMPIONS!!!!!!
  
  GO CHARGERS!!!!!

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• polevault1543 said March 26, 2009

  Just dont let Merriman "try to get you a little bigger" lol
  
  awesome training though any detail what you guys are working in the weight room?

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• perrygdoc said March 26, 2009

  Sign a long term contract soon....please!

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• Rousey said March 26, 2009

  It is no wonder why you do well on the field when you get your opportunity. You prepare yourself throughout the season, and you go above and beyond the expectations of your organization. I like to hear of that type of dedication. It is motivating to the fans. Very informative blog. You connect well with the fans. Keep up the good work.

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• Rousey said March 26, 2009

  It is no wonder why you do well on the field when you get your opportunity. You prepare yourself throughout the season, and you go above and beyond the expectations of your organization. I like to hear of that type of dedication. It is motivating to the fans. Very informative blog. You connect well with the fans. Keep up the good work.

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• SDBoltLvr said March 26, 2009

  Tank, sign your long term deal! As a die hard Charger fan, I am so happy you are a Charger. I am excited about next season and you, Lights Out, LT & Rivers are the main reasons why. Go Chargers!

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• ReggieF said March 26, 2009

  Hey Darren! I'm such a big fan of yours man, I absolutely love the way you play, you're all heart. I would love to see you guys training in Santa Monica, I live in LA so I'm going to go down there this weekend and I'll hope to see you there. Great blog btw, I love it!

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• fightinggull43 said March 27, 2009

  The sand dunes...haning out with Napolean Dynamite's grandmother?

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• Smashmauf said March 28, 2009

  Nice. It is nuts how athletic the NFL gets every year, keep up the good work. One question though, who's winning the workout battles? :-)

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• steiny31 said March 30, 2009

  Your the man Darren
  Keep up the great work
  enjoy the off-season and try to relax my man
  hope all is well
  all the best,
  -Steiny

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• Fallanstar09 said April 01, 2009

  Even though Iam a Pats fan. I will say good luck to ya for the upcoming season. U were on fire last year and it was fun to watch and Iam def trying to get you for Fantasy Football this year... But shhh dnt let my other teams knw that or they'll try to get u before me :)

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• cameron123 said April 16, 2009

  love all the info sproles,
  cant wait to see you make giants tumble come september,
  i tell you, watching you run in slow motion with huge men falling trying to tackle you is the most eipc thing i have ever seen.
  and you have probably the most amazing college highlights i have ever seen

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• lovemystar said April 20, 2009

  I'm so glad that I came across your blog today because seriously, I need some motivation for my workout. What you do to train is WAY more difficult than any of us can ever understand. So, there is no excuse why I can't go run or get up and make it to the gym. I know it sounds silly but thanks so much for the inspiration--really! And, its nice to see you blogging. I met you twice (which I'm sure you don't remember). Once at a charity event at the SD training facility with the free throw contest (remember that)? You were on point that night with your shooting skills. And then again at a private training camp. Myself and 3 other gals won a dinner with LT and we saw you on your way to get some catered food. You were nice enough to sign my football which I have proudly displayed in my house. I blogged about my experience. Stop by and check it out sometime... www.lovemystar.blogspot.com. Anyhow, good luck to you this upcoming season, I'll be cheering for you guys here in San Diego~.

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