Super fit T-Rex is no relic
RUGBY LEAGUE
15 MAY 12 @ 12:20AM BY JON GEDDES
http://origin.manly-daily.whereilive.com.au/sport/story/super-fit-t-rex-is-no-relic/
GIANT Sea Eagles forward Tony Williams says a torturous seven-week training program has left him ready to rip in for NSW.
‘T-Rex’ described the regime under Manly fitness guru Donny Singe as the hardest few weeks of his life.
“Personally I reckon I am ready to go,†Williams said as the Blues assembled in Penrith yesterday.
“I have the chance to make a difference to the team - not just watching it, I am actually there. I would rather do it than talk about it.â€
Not only did Williams complete normal team training during his time on the sideline, he also drove to Narrabeen on his days off for extra sessions.
Five days a week for five hours at a time, Williams sweated it out with game related drills that included running, tackling, agility and ball work, all under the watchful eye of “drill sergeant†Singe.
“At times I couldn’t run and he was yelling at me. I felt like saying something,†Williams said.
“But I couldn’t because he would just make me run more. It was pretty much like pre-season training.
“I set myself a goal to get back and be ready to go.â€
Now a fresh Williams said he can’t wait to get back to playing, not only for NSW but the Sea Eagles.
“I am blessed, I thank God for helping me,†he said.
What made his enforced lay-off even harder was the fact he was not injured.
“When you go to the game and watch the boys lose, you feel bad you can’t help.
“It is a big ask but I am looking forward to the challenge and want to do my best to help the boys win.â€
The first State of Origin is on May 23 at Etihad Stadium, Melbourne.