Akin Akman’s training essentials

Akin Akman, is co-founder and chief fitness officer of AARMY. Akin began his athletic journey at age 7 as a tennis prodigy training under legendary coach Nick Bollettieri. Drawing from his years of elite training, Akman developed the signature AARMY Method, based on his experience working with elite athletic coaches.

Akin Akman, is co-founder and chief fitness officer of AARMY

Here’s Akin to share his health and wellness go-tos:

Lululemon Release and Recover Ball Set

“As part of my prep and recovery routine, I use Lululemon’s muscle recovery tools for self-myofascial release to keep me elastic and ready. My favorite is their Release and Recover Ball. I’ll even use it under my feet during meetings to keep my plantar fascia loose, as stiffness often starts from there so I prioritize keeping it pliable.”

Shokz OpenRun Pro 2

“They sit off your ears, and are water-resistant, run-proof, and they never fall out. The charge lasts forever—honestly, I’ve never even needed to plug them in.”

Sunday Riley C.E.O. Glow

“Because I train so much, I’m intentional with recovery, and that includes skincare. I use Sunday Riley’s Vitamin C oil. It keeps my skin hydrated and fresh without feeling heavy. Simple, clean, effective.”

Wilson Pro Staff Tennis Racket

“I’m always ready with my tennis racket. My favorite’s the Wilson Pro Staff. I like the look, the feel, and the control. For me, it’s about staying ready—on the court, in training, in life. Tennis is the ultimate fit test – it’s 3 dimensional, dynamic and explosive.”

AARMY On Demand

“When I travel for Pop Ups, my routine doesn’t stop. I do AARMY On Demand every day. We built our digital app so you can train anywhere, anytime. No excuses. No equipment needed. For the champion, if you want to win, there’s always an opportunity.”

Lululemon Beyondfeel Running Shoe

“Running was a big part of my life growing up. I’ve recently started bringing it back into my training routine—especially when I travel, since it’s the perfect way to explore new places. I run in the Lululemon running shoes. They’re lightweight, responsive, and locked in.”

AARMY Resistance Bands

“I always travel with our AARMY bands. They come in a set of three, so I’ve got everything I need for the extra push, no matter where I am. They don’t take up any space in my bag, but they allow me to take every workout to the next level.”