New York Yankees baseball legend and MLB Hall of Famer Derek Jeter has been busy inspiring a new generation of athletes and die-hard baseball fans since hanging up the gloves nearly a decade ago.One of the greatest shortstops of all time, Jeter has appeared in TV commercials for Gatorade and Nike and made a documentary captain about his incredible career and life. But perhaps his proudest moment off the court was founding Greatness Wins, his sustainability-focused performance sports and athletic apparel brand.
CNN Underscored recently spoke to Jeter for his health and fitness essentials.
jump rope
“I actually added skipping rope to my workout routine for the first time after I broke my ankle when I was still playing baseball, and I’ve been doing it ever since. It’s great for concentration and coordination, and you can Do it anywhere.”
travel fitness
“I’m always on the road for business purposes, but I make sure I’m always focused on fitness when I travel. Resistance bands don’t take up much space in my suitcase, but they offer a variety of exercise types that I can design, Even in my hotel room.”
everyday pullover
“This is the most worn item in my current collection. Whether it’s going to a meeting or spending time with my family, it’s a must-have for my outdoor workouts and can be worn on the go. This piece is super soft and wicks away moisture Sweat, no matter how many times you wash it, for a consistent fit after every workout.”
resistance trainer
“This system has given me great flexibility in where and how I exercise. Using your own body weight and being able to control resistance allows me to work different muscle groups at the same time and reduces my overall workout time.”
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Multifunctional jogging pants
“These joggers are great for low-to-mid-impact workout routines. They’re great as a layered piece over shorts during early morning and evening workout sessions. They’re made with Pima cotton for extra strength Durability and comfort, so they’re my go-to pieces for the cooler months ahead.”
stainless steel bottle
“Staying hydrated is obviously a key component, not only when you’re exercising, but throughout the day. Carrying this stainless-steel bottle with me is a great reminder to take a break, drink some water, and get back to what I’m doing.”
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show shorts
“These shorts are the ultimate sports performance shorts. They have gentle compression as you stretch and move, which makes them great for training. Sustainability is also very important to me and Greatness Wins as a brand, these shorts and the Many other products in the range are made with GRS certified recycled polyester from plastic bottles.”
cooling pad
“I’ve always known the importance of taking time to stretch and relax after a workout, but it seems to be getting more and more important over time. This is my mat.”
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