Blade Workout Routine: Train like Eric Brooks in Real Life

Marvel Blade Workout — **Blade Training**

**Workout like Eric brooks, the vampire/human hybrid!**

In this episode of the Superhero Training Series, we are going to go over the training and performance of Blade, and by the end - go over a complete workout program that can help you look and perform like him!

Blade Diet and Nutrition

The most important factor being placed part of this training program is your nutrition! The way you fuel your body determines the overall success of the Blade training plan.

Consider the following…

Macronutrient Balance: Ensure a protein-rich diet (lean meats, legumes) for muscle repair, complemented by complex carbohydrates (whole grains, fruits, vegetables) and healthy fats (avocado, nuts).

Hydration: Water and Electrolyte intake for hydration and recovery

Blade Physical Stats:

Blade stands at 6’2, with a muscular, chiseled frame putting him at around 225 lbs! He’s over the age of 70, but with the help of his ability of being a vampire-human hybrid, he is able to maintain peak physical condition.

*Even if your physical stats don’t match that of Blade, these training programs can be utilized by anyone of any fitness level. Just always remember, to go at your own pace and build up over time.**

In Real Superhero Training, we came up with a system for physique analysis. We call it the attainability scale.

This system helps us discover the realistic aspects when it comes to a character's physique, and if it is truly realistic/attainable. It’s pretty straightforward, goes a little something like this:

Tier 1: Realistically achievable (Natty)

Tier 2: Giga Genetics (Natty, but maybe not as easily attainable)

Tier 3: Not natty (requires substance for maintenance)

Blade’s Physique is placed in the Tier 2 Category.

Blade’s physique is shown to be muscular, well conditioned with a low body fat percentage - which are all realistically achievable. However, when we considered vascularity, muscularity as well as overall physicality, it definitely requires higher genetic potential, aka ‘giga genetics’…

But even then, achieving his physique is still possible. Only for some (Including myself), it does require a little more effort.

I mean, we are literally superheroes. Ain’t no stopping you!

Here are some Tier 2 physiques we’ve covered at Action Hero Athletics: Moon Knight, Blade,Omni-Man, Baki Hanma, Ohma Tokita, Kratos, Deathstroke , Jin, Superman, Hwoarang

Blade’s Physical abilities

Here is what we know according to the Blade Wiki:

Powers

Dhampir Physiology: Blade was born a human/vampirehybrid, the enzymes in Blade's blood made him immune to normal vampire bites, uniquely attuned to sensing the supernatural and resistant to aging. Since being bitten by Morbius, Blade has gained many of the traditional powers of the vampire without developing their weaknesses. He has superhuman strength, senses, and stamina, plus an accelerated healing factor.[109]

Superhumanly Acute Senses: Blade's sense of sight and hearing are heightened to levels comparable to those possessed by true vampires. He is capable of seeing objects with perfect clarity at much greater distances than ordinary humans. He retains this same level of clarity even in near-total darkness. His hearing is similarly enhanced, allowing him to detect sounds that an ordinary human can't hear and enable him to hear sounds an ordinary human can hear but at greater distances. Blade is also able to sense the presence of supernatural beings or forces whereas an ordinary human would be oblivious to them.[109]

Superhuman Sense of Smell: Blade possesses an incredibly pronounced sense of smell, easily able to discern what's human and what's not even from a good distance away.[110] Jen Walters likened his olfactory senses to that of Wolverine.

Superhuman Strength: Blade possesses the strength of a vampire, allowing him to lift about 1 ton due to his half-vampire side. Blade has overpowered a vampiric Spider-Man, routinely makes prodigious jumps of hundreds of feet through the air, and has sufficient strength to easily rip the head off of another vampire with his bare hands.[109]
Superhuman Speed: Blade is capable of running and moving at speeds greater than even the finest human athlete. He can also accelerate his movements to cover short distances in an instant, faster than the human eye can see, but he is not as fast as a pure vampire. His reflexes are similarly heightened. He moves so fast that everything else when compared to him, appears to be moving in slow motion.
Superhuman Agility: Blade's agility, balance, and bodily coordination are enhanced to levels that are beyond the natural physical limits of the finest human athlete. He can leap several feet into the air and is able to move, jump, climb, flip, and run at incredibly fast speeds without difficulty or exhaustion. He can perform above-human parkour feats and virtually always land on his feet.

Superhuman Stamina: Blade's musculature generates less lactic acid (i.e. muscle fatigue) during physical activity than the musculature of an ordinary human. He can exert himself at peak capacity for several hours before fatigue begins to impair him.[109]

Superhuman Durability: Blade's Vampire/Human Hybrid tissue allows him to sustain physical trauma to a certain extent. He can withstand powerful energy blasts, exposure to temperature extremes, and great impact forces without being injured. He's been seen tanking a blast from Lilith herself and walked away with minor burns and injuries. This also contributes to his healing factor, making him more resistant than a normal human.

Not to mention, he is also an expert martial artist and weapon user!

In a gymbro’s perspective, here is what we need to create the Blade workout!

Strength Training: Blade has a lean yet muscular physique. For muscle building, Strength and Conditioning is Key!
Endurance: For superhuman stamina and durability
Speed and agility: For timing, quickness and reaction time
Martial Arts: Optional, but is a useful tool when structuring workouts!

Now, for the moment you have all been waiting for…

Here is the Blade Workout!

Warm-Up:

Shadow Boxing: 3 sets x 2 minutes (simulate combat movements, punches, and kicks)
Dynamic Stretching: 5-10 minutes (include arm circles, leg swings, torso twists)

Circuit:

Perform each exercise consecutively with minimal rest between exercises. Complete the circuit 4 times with a 1-2 minute rest between circuits.

Deadlifts: 4 sets x 8-10 reps (emulating Blade's strength)
Kettlebell Swings: 4 sets x 15-20 reps (explosive hip movements)
Box Jumps: 4 sets x 10-12 reps (heightened agility and power)
Battle Rope Slams: 4 sets x 30 seconds (intense cardio and endurance)
Medicine Ball Slams: 4 sets x 15-20 reps (unleash aggression and strength)
Sledgehammer Strikes on Tire: 4 sets x 20 reps each side (tap into Blade's raw power)
Burpee Pull-Ups: 3 sets x 8-10 reps (full-body engagement)

Finisher:

HIIT Cardio:

Sprint Intervals: 10 sets x 30 seconds sprint, 60 seconds rest between sprints

Cool Down:

Conclude the workout with a cooldown involving static stretching, focusing on major muscle groups, holding each stretch for 15-30 seconds.

Workout Tips:

Consistency: Stick to the routine, ensuring proper rest and recovery between intense workouts.
Intensity: Adjust weights and exercise difficulty to challenge yourself without sacrificing form.
Variation: Incorporate multiple variations of exercises and techniques to prevent repetitiveness.
Technique: be sure to focus on proper form in all exercises to avoid injury and maximize effectiveness.
Recovery: Allow proper time for rest and recovery to optimize muscle repair and growth.

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