Arsenal's Alexei Rojas shares daily routine insights

Arsenal goalkeeper Alexei Rojas, 19, has shared insights into his daily life as a professional player. Recently promoted from Arsenal’s academy, Rojas gave fans a behind-the-scenes look through a video. Rojas starts his day early. He leaves home at 8:00 AM and arrives at the London Colney training ground by 8:15 AM. He says, “I always know it’s going to be a great day when the sun is out.” He makes sure to eat a hearty breakfast of an egg omelette, sourdough bread, and yogurt with berries to fuel his training. After breakfast, Rojas prepares for practice. He goes to the gym for a warm-up and activation exercises before training with the first team. Rojas appreciates this learning opportunity as a young goalkeeper. He regularly follows practice with an upper body strength workout and then enjoys a nutritious lunch. For lunch, Rojas often has dishes like salmon with spaghetti and beetroot, which help him regain energy. After training, he cools down with an ice bath to soothe his legs, and he studies Portuguese during his relaxation time. He snacking on granola, yogurt, and berries to maintain his protein intake throughout the day. Rojas wraps up his training day at around 4 PM. Instead of going straight home, he visits a local gym for additional recovery, enjoying the sauna and hot tub. He values these sessions as a way to relax and clear his mind. He ends his day with dinner and makes it a point to go to bed by 10 PM, believing that sleep is crucial for recovery. Rojas's routine highlights the hard work and discipline required to be a professional athlete.