Gabby Thomas recently shared what she works on every Tuesday as she gears up for her 2025 season
At the Paris 2024 Olympics Gabby Thomas was a force to be reckoned with, winning three gold medals as she established herself as a true American sprint queen.
In the 200 meters, she obliterated a field that included the likes of Julien Alfred and Brittany Brown, with Jamaica’s Shericka Jackson unavailable, to deliver gold for the USA.
She also helped both the women’s 4x 100m and 4 x 400m relay teams to gold.
But her success would never have happened without proper preparation, which involves a meticulously structured training regimen in order to help her be at peak condition to deliver during championships.
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On Tuesday, 5th March, Thomas left fans inspired when she shared a photo of herself on X (formerly Twitter) to share her training routine on what she does every other third day of the week.
“Tuesdays are for sprinting and weight lifting,” she wrote.
However, she also takes part in other training drills during a typical week. Pulse Sports highlights how her training routine typically pans out, with insights from various sources providing a glimpse into her comprehensive approach.
Monday: Active recovery and mobility
Mondays often serve as active recovery days, focusing on mobility and flexibility to prepare for the week’s intense sessions.
Incorporating Pilates has become a cornerstone of Gabby Thomas’s routine, enhancing core strength, flexibility, and muscular endurance.
Speaking to womenshealthmag.com in 2024, Thomas acknowledges that Pilates challenges her differently compared to traditional workouts, stating, “It humbles me every single time.”
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Wednesday: strength and conditioning
As reported by FloTrack, midweek sessions focus on strength and conditioning circuits. A featured workout includes initial movements, hurdle mobility, dynamic stretching, and multi-jump routines, culminating in strength exercises targeting major muscle groups.
This holistic approach ensures balanced development and injury prevention.
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Thursday: Technical drills and speed work
Thursdays are reserved for technical drills in order to sharpen form, technique, and acceleration mechanics.
These sessions might include block starts, curve running, and short sprints to refine efficiency and race strategy.
Friday: Speed Endurance drills
Fridays focus on building speed endurance through longer sprints and interval training. As reported by FloTrack, Thomas incorporates workouts like 4×220 meters to simulate race conditions and enhance her ability to maintain high speeds over extended distances.
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Saturday: Rest or Active Recovery
Depending on her training cycle, Saturdays may be designated for rest or light activities such as yoga or stretching to facilitate recovery and maintain flexibility.
Sunday: mental preparation and rest
Sundays are typically reserved for rest and mental preparation. Thomas emphasizes mindfulness practices, including daily meditation, to manage stress and maintain focus.
As reported by run.outside.com, Gabby Thomas also prioritizes sleep, adhering to a consistent bedtime routine to ensure optimal recovery.
Thomas’s holistic approach, encompassing physical training, mental well-being, and recovery, exemplifies the dedication required to excel at the highest levels of sprinting.