Fast Facts:
- Name: Alex Slabinsky
- Age: 23
- Occupation: Professional Tennis Player
- Location: London, England
- Weight: 85kg
- Height: 6ft 1”
- Sport: Tennis
Alex Slabinsky - Q&A
Tell us about yourself and the sport you compete in..
I was born in Ukraine on 6th of March 1986 and began playing tennis at the age of 8. I moved to UK at the age of 10 and have been based in London ever since. I am now ranked in the top 5 British Players and top 300 in the world.
How did you become involved in your sport?
My father introduced me to tennis as he took me down to my local courts, my best friend also just started up in a junior squad there. I hated it when I first played and wanted to do swimming instead. I later returned to give it one more try and stuck with it ever since.
What does your weekly training programme consist of?
On average I play around 20hrs of tennis a week. I have two cardio sessions a week; a 30min run, and one intervals session recreating the tennis specific running of 30sec sprints with rest or jogs in-between. I also have 2 gym sessions a week; one upper body and one lower body weights.
Which Maximuscle products do you use?
Cyclone, Recovermax, Viper, Progain Extreme, Protrient and Ache-Free.
How do Maximuscle products help you during your training and whilst you compete?
I use Cyclone during gym sessions to help maintain muscle growth, Recovermax to recover after heavy training and matches and be ready to go the next day. Viper for energy during play and cardio training especially in hot conditions which helps me run for longer. Protrient & AcheFree for vitamins to support my immune system and help the joints and prevent injuries.
What has been the highlight of your career so far?
The highlight of my career has to be playing at the Wimbledon Championships in 2008 and 2009. It was a special feeling to win my doubles opening round at Wimbledon 2009 as its something you dream of as a kid. Playing in front of the home crowd also added to the experience.
Who are your heroes?
My hero would have to be Roger Federer because of the class he brings to the game and his professionalism on court.
What do you enjoy doing on your days off?
I usually see my friends and family as I don’t get to spend much time with them as I travel so much with tennis. If the weather is nice I like to go to a park to relax or just watch films in bed or go on the internet.
How do you stay relaxed and focused when the pressure is on?
I remind myself that I have done it hundreds of times at training, and think of my goals and tactics for the next point and when I step to the line I am ready to execute. It takes the pressure off the outcome but keeps me in a clear frame of mind.
What is your favorite Maximuscle product and why?
My favourite product is Cyclone because it provides me with all the nutrients needed to support my heavy gym sessions. It never makes me feel bloated and tastes great, clearly superior to any other brand.
Do you have any future goals?
My goal in the next few years is to become British Number 1 and be ranked inside the World Top 100.
