After acquiring 15 kg of muscle, Scott McTominay has disclosed that a former teammate assisted him.
Over the past few years, the Manchester United midfielder has undergone an incredible bodily change, going from 70 kg to 85 kg.
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How Scott McTominay put on 15 kg of muscle has been made public.
In recent years, the midfielder’s weight has increased to 85 kg.
After graduating from the club’s academy and making his debut in the main team, McTominay is now a vital member of Erik ten Hag’s squad.
He has now disclosed, nevertheless, that prior to Paul Pogba’s suggestion, he was worried about gaining muscle.
The former United player had informed McTominay that he wouldn’t start gaining muscle until he was 23.
“I think people would have their eyes opened if they knew how hard players work in the gym, and the level of intensity that’s required to push yourself to hit those goals,” the Scotland international said in an interview with FourFourTwo.
“Over the last seven years, my physique has changed. I was 6′ 3” and 70 kg at the age of 17 or 18, and I now weigh 85 kg. Gaining muscle required a great deal of effort on my part.
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“I once discussed it with Paul Pogba, and he said, ‘You’ll put on the muscle when you get to 23.'” However, it didn’t, and I recall asking myself, “Where is it then?”
“I am lucky because I have always loved going to the gym. I’m competitive and like to see slight improvements. The same is true for my sleep and food; I consider myself disciplined, and I’m proud of that.
Additionally, the 27-year-old has grown to be a crucial component of Ten Hag’s strategies.
With six goals from midfield in all competitions so far this season, he has been an outstanding player.
Earlier this month, McTominay commanded the Red Devils at Anfield against Liverpool.
In the meanwhile, he helped Scotland qualify for Euro 2024 by scoring seven goals in ten games.
Paul Pogba assisted McTominay in his remarkable physical makeover.