Jesse Kriel's brutal lockdown workout has us sweating!

Springbok centre Jesse Kriel is putting in the hard yards in an attempt to remain in shape during the Covid-19 enforced global lockdown.

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Known as a player who doesn't shy away from a gym session, Kriel has taken his training outdoors - and we're sweating just reading what he gets up to!

First up, a 'gentle' 3km warm-up ... at 4:30/km pace (that's 13:30 for the 3 000m)

That's followed by 10x500m sprints at a sub 3:30/km pace with a short break in-between to allow for your heart rate to get below 155 beats per minute.

And just when you think you're done, a little 2km warm down.

I guess you don't get to play 46 Tests for your country and 70 Super Rugby matches for the Bulls by sitting on your couch ...

- Compiled by Garrin Lambley

When the going gets tough ( from my point of view )????... Give this a go ?? - @Nike
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3km warm up - average page 4:30/km
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10 X 500m sprints sub 3:30/km, rest until your HR gets down to 155bpm then go again.
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2km warm down to enjoy the massive shift you just put in ???? Enjoy! pic.twitter.com/GQCj6OPNcN

— Jesse Kriel (@JesseKriel15) May 26, 2020