“Make success inevitable”: Will Bartholomew’s Health Stack

Will Bartholomew is founder and CEO of D1 Training. After an injury ended his NFL career, the former fullback set out to recreate the elite training environments he experienced at the highest level.

“I’ve structured my schedule so staying in shape isn’t optional” he says. “If somebody looked at my calendar and saw my wellness routine, I want them to think, ‘Of course he’s in shape.’”

Will Bartholomew is founder and CEO of D1 Training.

Will starts his day with water, minerals, and salt, followed by 20-30 minutes of low-intensity fasted cardio. After a quick protein shake, he hits the gym at 8:15, blocking time on his calendar until 9:30.

“Every 90 days, I reset,” he explains. “I review my goals — physical, mental, business, and ask, ‘What habits do I need to lock in to make success inevitable?’”

These days, that means prioritizing flexibility, movement, and being a role model for his kids.

Here’s Will to share his Heath Stack:

Whoop

“I use Whoop to monitor my daily recovery score — green, yellow, or red. Every morning I write it down. It helps me reflect and change my behavior based on how I felt the day before. I also monitor my strain to see which activities burn the most calories and how my body responds.”

TeamBuildr

“I follow D1 workouts using the TeamBuildr app, whether I’m at home or traveling. I adjust my workout based on my Whoop recovery score. If I’m in the red, and it’s a heavy lifting day, I’ll scale it back because I know my body is not ready.”

MyFitnessPal

“I track my food to hit calorie and protein goals. Protein is the priority. I aim for one gram per pound of body weight, so around 220 grams a day. My strategy? Front-load protein early so I don’t overeat later.”

Nike Air Force 1 Customs / NOBULL

“I prefer Air Force 1s for business casual and everyday wear. When I’m lifting, I go for NOBULL shoes.”

Lululemon ABC Pants and Pace Breaker Shorts

“I wear the ABC Pants all the time in business casual settings. They’re elevated but still feel athletic and look sharp. The Pace Breaker Shorts are my go-to for working out. Comfortable and easy.”

Under Armour Base Layers

“I love all UA’s baselayers, moisture-wicking, dry-fit shirts. I like to layer them under a hoodie when it’s cold. It kind of gives me that old-school feeling, like when I used to wear them under my pads.”

D1 Core Team Tee

“If you run into me on the street, it’s like a 95% chance I’m wearing one of these. Love repping the brand.”