‘Preparation is key to performing … I wear SKINS Compression garments during games, but they also help my recovery, post-training and games.’
Q: What does your training regime look like?
A: Training regime generally looks like strength and power-based gym sessions three times a week and four to five field sessions a week at different intensities.
Q: How do you prepare for and on game day?
A: Preparation is key to perform. The week is set up to allow us to be peaking come game time.
Q: What or who inspires/motivates you to do what you do?
A: Growing up, Christian Cullen inspired me. Now I just enjoy competing against myself to be the best I can be and competing against the opposition.
Q: How do SKINS Compression garments help you in training, competition and recovery?
A: I wear SKINS compression garments during games to improve performance. I also wear SKINS to speed up my recovery post-training/games.
Q: What SKINS do you use/recommend?
A: I would recommend SERIES-5, more specifically the Powershorts and Long Tights and the SERIES-3 Calf Sleeves.
Q: What is your proudest accomplishment?
A: Making my childhood dream of becoming an All Black come true.
Q: What are your athletic goals?
A: Not slowing down as I age.
Q: What is something about you that people are always surprised to learn?
A: I used to ride horses competitively.
Q: What do you do to unwind?
A: Surf, golf, fish, jet boat.
Q: What’s on your pre-game playlist?
A: Upbeat music (drum and bass) – Netsky, Wilkinson, sub focus etc.