Darius Workout: Train like League Of Legend’s Noxus Leader!

The next jacked character we’re bringing in from League of Legends (and have within our Riot Games Inspired Workouts) is none other than the Noxus leader: Darius!

It’s a dang crime that we haven’t had him on the site just yet…

But we’re fixing that today; with a lot of weights!

Which also means if you’re looking for a bodyweight workout you’ll want to head into the Calisthenics Workouts Database and choose from there.

Because for this one we’re getting BIG!

Darius Stats:

Real Name: Darius

Height: 6’5

Weight: 266 lbs.

Video Game: League of Legends

Powers: Yes

Darius is massive.

He even makes it in right around what we’d consider a behemoth among our Anime Workouts Database as well!

Wolverine was the shortest spot among comic characters we’ve seen at 5’3, prior to the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles coming in at 5’2, (and Gimli even shorter) – but Damian Wayne (Robin) is only 5’4.  Goku isn’t that tall either, though, standing only 5’7, with Miles Morales only an inch above him.

One Punch Man falls in at 5’9 right there with Ryu, Nightwing at 5’10, and then Spider-Man, Daredevil, and Green Arrow coming in around 5’11 and Beast joining them.

We’ve had Superman and Eddie Brock’s Venom at 6’3, and Captain America, Scorpion and Batman at 6’2, and Carnage at 6’1. Thor and Cyborg are towering over them at 6’6, Thanos and King right there with them at 6’7, Bane at 6’8, and Deathstroke right below at 6’5, and Black Manta at 6’4.

Ronan and Sagat are 7’5, and Doomsday came in at 8’10, and I doubt any characters are touching that anytime soon.

But, don’t worry if you’re not the same height or weight range.

We write these routines to be utilized by anyone and everyone.

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Darius Diet and Nutrition

**Keep in mind: this section will be nearly identical for each hero.**

Every hero needs to still have a good diet.

Unfortunately we can train like them, but I don’t think any of us are suddenly getting their powers, or the ability to magically stop caring about nutrition.

You can’t out train your diet, so I want to still give some pillars for nutrition.

You can start by checking out The Nutrition Pillars on the site, but I’ll break down some more information for you guys as well.

Guys like Dwayne Johnson and Kevin Hart incorporate 80/20 dieting with big weekly cheat meals, Hugh Jackman, Tom Hopper, Benedict Cumberbatch and Terry Crews utilize intermittent fasting (something I use daily as well), Ariana Grande, Mustafa Shakir and Madelaine Petsch are vegans, Brandon Routh and Frank Grillo opt for paleo, and tons of others utilize their own variations as well.

It’s all about sustainability.

AND, there are a thousand different ways to reach your goals, so finding the most sustainable way is what’s important.

Which is why our Academy utilizes multiple different Nutrition Classes (Greek Gods, Vikings, Spartans, Hunter Gatherers, Monks, Samurais, Minimalists, SuperHumans) to allow people to choose what is right for YOU!

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Darius Inspired Workout Routine Research

We’ve made it to “the fun part”.

And, if you don’t know by now, I say that every single time we get to the workout routine research section for character workouts.

To learn more about Darius we’ll be pulling right from his Wiki Fandom and some other sources, starting with his bio section here:

There is no greater symbol of Noxian might thanDarius, the nation’s most feared and battle-hardened leader. Rising from humble origins to become the Hand of Noxus, he cleaves through the empire’s enemies—many of them Noxians themselves. Knowing that he never doubts his cause is just, and never hesitates once his axe is raised, those who stand against the commander of the Trifarian Legion can expect no mercy.

Since a lot of our workout will also be built around his physique I’ll also be including what they tell us for his appearance section.

Although it might be obvious, it’s always good to have extra information:

Darius is a large, bulky man with a serious, intense face and middle-aged features. He has fair skin and swept-back black hair with a white streak. His eyes are variously portrayed as either red, green or gray. He also has a long, straight scar over his left eye.

It doesn’t give us THAT much information, but his Wiki even includes some information about his abilities.

Here’s how they break it down:

Master Axeman: Through his countless battles within the Noxian campaigns, Darius became very adept at using his battle axe in combat. He became so feared that he would make cities surrender by the mere sight of his banners as well as grant him the miltary title of Hand of Noxus.

Extreme Resilience: From a young age, Darius exhibited remarkable resilience to injury and pain. His body bears the visible scars of numerous battles, a testament to his enduring strength. Born an urchin in Basilich and the elder brother to Draven, Darius had to fight not only to survive but also to provide for his sibling. This innate toughness became even more apparent during his military campaigns.

Charisma: Darius is very charismatic in the eyes of the Noxian troops. After a general ordered a retreat, Darius saw him as a coward and beheaded him out of defiance, rallying the fearful troops and securing a victory. He is also known to accept anyone who is willing and able to fight for their ideals, no matter the cost.

This helps a bit, but we really already know what we’re dealing with for this one.

The goals for our Darius Inspired Workout are:

• Darius’ Massive Muscular Aesthetic
• Darius’ Strength and Speed
• Darius’ Mass and Resilience

This one will be around intermediate to advanced fitness level; but you should be able to scale down fairly easily by cutting some movements and/or dropping the weight.

If it does seem a bit daunting for you to start with you can also check out our Beginner Workouts and then level up to this one.

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Darius Inspired Workout Routine

Training Volume:

6 days per week

Explanation:

Being that we’re discussing such an insanely strong character we’re going to be training with 6 days a week to be able to tack on some endurance and HIIT within our four heavy days of lifting.

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Darius Workout Routine: Sample Schedule

Monday: Noxian Bench Press and Accessory Work

Tuesday: Noxian Back Squats and Accessory Work

Wednesday: Commander Endurance Training

Thursday: Noxian Overhead Press and Accessory Work

Friday: Noxian Deadlift and Accessory Work

Saturday: Behemoth HIIT and/or Alternative Training (MMA/Parkout/Etc.)

Sunday: Rest Day

Darius Workout: Noxian Bench Press and Accessory Work

Warm Up: 

10 Minute Walk/Jog

Compound Lift:

Bench Press

Warm Up Sets: 10, 8, 6, 4

Increase the load slightly each set.

Reverse Pyramid Training Sets: 2, 4, 6, 8

Decrease the load each set.

Accessory Work:

Incline Dumbbell Bench Press

3×12, 10, 8

Cable Pushdowns with Rope

3×12, 10, 8

Weighted Dips

3×8

Chest Flys (Cable or Machine)

3×10

Skull Crushers

3×10

Optional Core Work:

Sit Ups

3×20

Hanging Knee Raises

3×20

Darius Workout: Noxian Back Squats and Accessory Work

Warm Up: 

10 Minute Walk/Jog

Compound Lift:

Back Squats

Warm Up Sets: 10, 8, 6, 4

Increase the load slightly each set.

Reverse Pyramid Training Sets: 2, 4, 6, 8

Decrease the load each set.

Accessory Work:

Front Squats

3×12, 10, 8

Leg Press

3×12, 10, 8

Weighted Lunges

3×8 each leg

Hamstring Curls (or Kickbacks)

3×10

Quad Extensions

3×10

Optional Core Work:

Cable Crunches

3×20

Hanging Leg Raises

3×20

Darius Workout: Commander Endurance Training

Complete your Endurance Training based on your Overall Fitness Level:

Beginner: Run 1-3 Miles

Intermediate: Run 3-5 Miles

Advanced: Run 5+ Miles

Optional Alternative Training:

• The Best HIIT Workouts

Endurance Training Resources:

• Constance Wu Workout Routine and Diet Plan
• Ewan McGregor Workout Routine and Diet Plan
• Kid Flash Workout Routine and Diet Plan
• Grant Gustin Workout Routine and Diet Plan
• How To Train After Your First 5K (Workout Included)

Darius Workout: Noxian Overhead Press and Accessory Work

Warm Up: 

10 Minute Walk/Jog

Compound Lift:

Overhead Press

Warm Up Sets: 10, 8, 6, 4

Increase the load slightly each set.

Reverse Pyramid Training Sets: 2, 4, 6, 8

Decrease the load each set.

Accessory Work:

Barbell Shrugs

3×12, 10, 8

Lateral Raises

3×12, 10, 8

Power Cleans

3×8

Cable Front Raises

3×10

Upright Rows

3×10

Optional Core Work:

V-Ups

3×20

Hanging Knee Raises with Twist

3×20

Darius Workout: Noxian Deadlifts and Accessory Work

Warm Up: 

10 Minute Walk/Jog

Compound Lift:

Deadlift

Warm Up Sets: 10, 8, 6, 4

Increase the load slightly each set.

Reverse Pyramid Training Sets: 2, 4, 6, 8

Decrease the load each set.

Accessory Work:

Wide Grip Cable Pulldowns

3×12, 10, 8

Close Grip Cable Rows

3×12, 10, 8

Weighted Chin Ups

3×8

Reverse Cable Flys

3×10

Preacher Curls

3×10

Optional Core Work:

Weighted Sit Ups or Machine Weighted Crunches

3×20

Toes to Bar

3×20

Darius Workout Routine: HIIT or Optional Additional Resources

HIIT Training Resources:

• The Best HIIT Workouts
• Jump Rope Workout Database

Parkour Training Resources:

• The Nightrunner Parkour Workout Routine
• The Assassin’s Creed Parkour Workout Routine
• The Robbie Amell Parkour Workout Routine

Main MMA Training Resources

• Anna Diop Workout Routine and Diet Plan
• Ryan Potter Workout Routine and Diet Plan
• Frank Grillo Boxing Workout

Other MMA Training Resources:

• Deathstroke Workout Routine
• Daredevil Workout Routine
• Moon Knight Workout Routine
• Sagat Workout Routine

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