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Key Takeaways from Tim Grover (Michael Jordan’s Trainer)
As an avid reader I found that a lot of personal development books tend to repeat themselves. That was not the case for Tim Grover’s book “Relentless.” After completing his book and listening to hours of Tim’s advice, it is evident that he can help influence people from all walks of life positively.
Grover’s career started when he saw an article describing how Detroit’s physical play was affecting Michael Jordan mentally. Jordan had been explaining that he was getting tired of being overpowered by his opponents and that he had been injured from a workout by a trainer. Grover believed he had the ability to help Jordan. Grover contacted Chicago Bulls and was eventually able to speak to the head trainer and team doctor.
Grover got his opportunity to meet Jordan and he outlined a plan to help Jordan get stronger as well as avoid injuries. Jordan was initially sceptical as he was talking to a 25 year old trainer with no prior experience working with professional athletes. Jordan was the best player in the NBA and decided to give Grover 30 days to prove his worth. Those 30 days turned into 15 years and now Grover is the choice personal trainer for a number of NBA players. Some of his former clients include Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Dwyane Wade and Charles Barkley.
