A Day in the Life of Justin Herbert

Justin Herbert continues to rise the ranks and rip apart NFL defenses but have you ever wondered what it took for him to get there the Los Angeles Chargers quarterback has a compelling daily routine diet and training regimen we discover how number 10 spends his time and money as one of the League's Premier quarterbacks from when he wakes up in the morning to when he goes to bed this is a day in the life of Justin Herbert at the break of dawn Justin wakes up from his sleep it's 5: in the morning bright and early I wake up at about 5:00 a.m. immediately brush my teeth and head out the door I live about 15 to 20 minutes away from the facility and I really look forward to the drive because it gives me a chance to just listen to music and unwine Herbert says Herbert drives a dark Audi sedan and has diverse music preferences that span across country hip-hop and classic rock genres with acdc's For Those About to Rock being a go-to for pregame motivation beyond music Herbert unwinds through Hobbies like fishing and golfing finding peace and relaxation in the rhythm of these activities but more on that later once he arrives at the team facility Justin begins his day by stretching and warming up before the team starts the day with weight training Herbert is a monster when it comes to the gym the 6'6 236 lb quarterback does various drills and lifts with his team coach arbau staff places a huge emphasis on achieving balance and flexibility you can see them using resistance bands ropes and weighted medicine balls once other offensive teammates arrive he welcomes them and begins to throw routes to his receivers they work hard to perfect their chemistry and it shows do you know who holds the record for most passing yards through a player's first three NFL seasons it's Justin Herbert he had 14,890 yards in each of his first three seasons Herbert also joined Hall of Fame quarterback Payton Manning as the only other quarterback to pass for 25 touchdowns in each of his first three NFL seasons it's safe to say Justin knows how to connect with his white outs he and his receivers discussed what they see in opposing teams coverages and create plans for what they do in those moments on Game Day constant adjustments are made to ensure Peak Performance if you're a fan of Justin Herbert how would you rank him amongst NFL quarterbacks is he top three or top 10 share what you think in the comments with Jim Harbaugh I believe Herbert is going to become a top three quarterback we all know who's number one Patrick Mahomes Joe Barrow is second Justin Herbert has all the talent and ability to take third once he gets scarier weapons the league is going to be a lot more fearful of the Chargers quarterback the next task on Herbert's schedule is offensive team meetings Coach Harbaugh and the offensive staff go over the Playbook and scheme they watch film of how their plays develop and go over tiny details that tie it all together once morning meetings are over it's on to the first meal of the day breakfast you may be wondering why we didn't mention anything about food earlier well Herbert isn't huge on breakfast right when he wakes up normally to get his body going Herbert starts the day relatively light Justin said I can't eat very much in the morning I kind of have a weak stomach so maybe I'll reach for a Gatorade protein bar or two I usually stick with the chocolate peanut butter flavor we lift at 6:00 a.m. for about an hour and then we'll have a couple of meetings I usually have just the right amount of energy to get through all of this and then at 9 or 10:00 I'll have two slices of bacon three eggs over easy two slices of wheat toast Justin is known for being very organized he likes things to be neat and orderly his teammates tease him about it but also appreciate that he's wired that way it's almost an OCD type of deal he looks over his schedule while drinking a cup of coffee before taking on his next meeting with the o line where they discuss pass protection as they finish that up Justin is ready for his morning too those guys were a couple of wussies huh ladies and gentlemen Justin Herbert is Human After All leadership after the first part of the day Herbert heads home real fast to prepare dinner for his teammates yeah Justin not only Cooks NFL defenses but the man can also cook real food he takes a lot of of pride in smoking different Meats on his Trager he makes a significant leadership role for the organization hosting his team in his home is one of the ways that he strengthens relationships amongst the roster it helps the players learn more about each other and have each other's backs when bullets fly in a game but even simply creating long- lasting friendships is what it's all about it's wild to think that Herbert got criticized for being an introvert that his leadership abilities were questioned when he came out of Oregon as a draft prospect I have no doubts that a lot of scouting departments are kicking themselves for passing on Justin Herbert Herbert's leadership qualities further shine through his organized handwriting and color-coordinated closet demonstrating his commitment to Perfection despite his aversion to messiness particularly evident during grocery shopping teammates appreciate his dedication to maintaining order while Herbert tends to stay low-key his teammates actively engage him in social activities to Foster more team bonding his preference for indoor activities such as watching movies and playing board games showcases his interest and provides camaraderie opportunities Herbert contributes significantly to the team's cohesion and success through his disciplined approach and willingness to participate when Justin gets home from morning practice he's already prepared the meats nicely in the fridge he pulls them out and puts them in the smoker on low heat then returns to the team facility for the next part of the day Herbert loves to golf he hosts charity events to raise funds for special causes and if there's a moment in the day when he could fit in a chance to hit a few balls that's where you can catch him lunch it's now around 11:30 a.m. and the team is gathering in the cafeteria to eat lunch the Spanos family finally outdid themselves with the new facilities along with high-end aesthetic architecture the kitchen is state-of-the-art the team Chef makes quite a few options for the players Herbert usually gets a sandwich or rice and chicken something along those lines in the afternoon he'll stop by the Smoothie station and get a smoothie that consists of strawberries banana mango pineapple Greek yogurt and vanilla way isolate protein powder being in a big market like Los Angeles gives Justin Herbert a lot of opportunities to team up with Brands as an ambassador and receive sponsorships as we mentioned Trager earlier they jumped on the opportunity to partner with Justin right away Subway's another brand that teams up with Justin to Market their sandwiches whenever Herbert gets the chance if he's not having a meal with the team he loves picking up a sub from Subway the balance between Subway sandwiches homemade grilled meals and nutrient-rich smoothies showcases Herbert's commitment to a well-rounded diet tailored to his athletic demands this dietary mix fuels his energy levels during games and supports his overall health and fitness underpinning his impressive achievements on the field after lunch the next task is a media session Justin will speak an interview with chargers media and reluctantly appear on other National media segments such as Rich Eisen show or k Adams's up in Adams once those are knocked out it's time for a full team practice 11 on 11 scrimmaging the team will run through the Playbook on offense and work on many game-like situations from Red Zone work and no huddle to the two-minute drill having a coach like Harbaugh is going to be a huge for Herbert and the Chargers harball knows how to lead and build winning cultures after practice the Young quarterback washes up with some doctor squat soaps and shampoos and heads to the team theater to watch film film studies it's no secret that the best quarterback study film and take notes the great quarterbacks watch countless hours of their upcoming opponent's defense they look for Tendencies and situ situational calls from the defensive coordinators and search for the weakest links to attack in one-on-one matchups that doesn't include the time they take to analyze their own tape what opportunities they missed and how they're helping the offense without the ball in their hands Justin is following in the footsteps of the great ones he also looks for his sight progressions footwork play action and throwing mechanics checking for anything he needs to correct of course he watches his highlights too it helps boost confidence but once film time ends Herbert's tummy is ready for dinner dinner you want a picture is it so Li thanks for having me tag along great time fishing and you got some fish Subway is the typical Herbert dinner but today he's hosting his teammates when Justin goes to Subway he gets two sandwiches one is a steak and cheese sandwich and the other is the chicken bacon ranch both on Italian herbs and cheesy bread for dessert Herbert is a big fan of mint chocolate chip ice cream and peanut butter cookies the quarterback said he's done a good job staying away from the sweets over the past few months probably because I call it a night pretty soon after dinner like at 8:10 or so I get home at about 7:45 so I'll have dinner for like 15 or 20 minutes and then it's always right around 8:10 that I turn the lights off I'm normally a night person and waking up early in the morning is not easy for me by any means but it's kind of comes with the job it's something I have to do so it's something that I've had to practice and it got easier over time but it's still not easy at all Herbert understands the critical role that good sleep and nutrition play in his overall performance making them non-negotiable priorities if Justin stays up a little longer he'll wind down by watching a movie evening time he loves Christopher Nolan films especially Inception and Interstellar um Interstellar it's a good one but my I think my favorite actor would Christian Bale if Herbert isn't feeling a movie he just goes to sleep once Justin headed hits his pillow he's off dreaming about the moment he gets to win a Lombardi trophy with his teammates when do you think Justin Herbert will leave the Chargers to a Super Bowl victory you think that Jim Harbaugh and Justin Herbert can become the next best duo in the NFL that's everything that Herbert does in a typical day as the Chargers quarterback some days include filming for sponsorship commercials like Chipotle or Nike Justin really likes fishing too he's a down toe guy all in all Justin stays busy and has an incredible work ethic he continues to put in the time it takes to become one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL in conclusion Justin Herbert's unwavering determination and impress mive onfield achievements are sparking hope for the Chargers Resurgence as they push for a Super Bowl run Herbert's leadership quality shine through his long hours of practice film study and commitment to continuous Improvement starting his workday at 5:00 a.m. and often finishing after 8:00 p.m. Herbert's dedication to his craft is evident we're excited to see what's in store for the young Gunslinger thank you for watching all the way to the end if you enjoyed the video join the halftime family and check out some of our other videos see you in the next one