WNBA star Lauren Jackson kept her team up 11 points while they
were in play against the Sun last night in the team's playoff
clinching victory over Conneticut. Photo: Kevin P. Casey/AP
Glam. Slam. Thank you, ma'am. Sexy star Lauren Jackson, knows how to put on the ritz when the show's on the line. Her primary role isn't in a movie or rolling down a runway but WNBA forward/centre Jackson has definitely got style.
The Australian basketball pro is considered by most Aussies as the most competitive player down under and has been said to be one of the best players in the world.
Finishing out nearly a decade of participation in the Summer Olympics, Lauren picked up two silver medals with The Opals (Australia's women's national basketball team) losing to her lover and her foe, The United States.
While the outback is her hometown, Seattle is where her heart is now.
Drafted by the Storm in 2001, she's worn the Storm logo ever since and Jackson's commitment was never more prevalent than in last night's clinching victory over the Conneticut Sun, guaranteeing the Storm a place in the playoff run.
In an interview with ESPN, Lauren Jackson's coach Brian Angler said, "She's an ultimate competitor. We gave her the option whether to play or sit out, and she didn't even hesitate that she was going to play.
The 6"5 Jackson played for nearly 30 minutes in the game, scoring 17 points and going perfect at the line. The complete package for the night's game, Jackson blocked 4 shots, pulled down 5 rebounds and one steal - Not including the Storm's position in the playoff run.
A competitor on the court and a beauty with the ball, Lauren Jackson is no stranger to a shape-up. Known for her comebacks post-injury and consistency in practice, Jackson says keeping up with her fitness makes her "feel more confident and play better ball".
In an interview with WNBA.com, Lauren Jackson revealed her top stay-in-shape secrets.
WNBA.com Interview with Fit and Fabulous Lauren Jackson
Q. Do you have a favorite exercise for lower body?
The leg press.
Q. What's your favorite exercise for upper body and why?
The bench press. The results are far more obvious. You can lift more and you get bigger muscles.
Q. What's your favorite cardio exercise?
The exercise bike.
Q. How do you work out on your off days during the season?
Recumbant bike.
Q. What do you do to stay in shape during the offseason?
When not rehabbing... The WNBL season in Australia.
Q. What is your toughest fitness challenge?
WNBA training camp!
Q. Is there a particular fitness/exercise goal that you have for yourself?
Just to become bigger, stronger and fitter.
Q. Is there a fitness accomplishment you're most proud of?
The 250-kilogram leg press.
Q. Is there one exercise that you hate doing and have to force yourself to complete?
The medicine ball for my abs.
Q. What advice would you give to someone who wanted to get into better shape for playing basketball?
Just to play lots of pick up basketball.
Q. Is there a fitness product on t.v. that makes you laugh the most?
The abtronic.
Q. Is there a certain food/meal that you like to eat before games?
Before games, I eat pasta with marinara saurce. Pretty basic. I have a huge weakness for McDonald's, but I also enjoy low fat healthy snacks.
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Comments
Lauren Jackson in six feet five inches tall not 5'11".
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