We’ve all heard of the ‘January detox’, but a group of professional jousters are taking it to the extreme as they begin preparations for this summer’s Jousting and Medieval Tournament: Champion of Champions edition at Arundel Castle.
The competitors have embarked on a rigorous training programme that combines equestrian exercises with physically demanding strength and agility drills, in order to be on top form for the six-day tournament in July.
A unique event, the competition at Arundel Castle sees participants sport full plate armour – making the preparations all the more important, as metal armour doesn’t change its shape if the jouster’s physique does!
Arundel Castle’s Jousting and Medieval Tournament will take place from 24-29 July 2018. For more information, please visit www.arundelcastle.org.
