Conditioning has Rex Grossman optimistic about 2008

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The Bears' quarterback escaped Chicago, escaped the heckling of talk radio, escaped the criticism he so often heard from so many quarters. But if you think his three-week getaway to Tampa in July was all about rest and relaxation, you might not understand how serious Grossman has approached this competition with Kyle Orton. [link]

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Grossman Ready To Go; McGowan Out
Published 8/15/2008 by WCG at Windy City Gridiron
Grossman believes his off season program will help him win the job in the end. With the help of Jason Riley, the facility's director of performance, Grossman spent five days a week improving his footwork, strengthening his core, concentrating on his conditioning and dissecting his diet—trading in Papa John's thin-crust pizzas for fish and vegetables. "It was more about flexibility, training my muscles to fire in a different way," Grossman said. "I did lose some fat. I definitely felt like I was in the best shape I've been in after going ...

GROSSMAN, ORTON STILL BATTLING
Published 8/15/2008 by The Zoner at Zoner Sports
... I did notice a difference in the physique of Rex Grossman in the Bears’ 1st preseason game. Chicago Sports has the story about Grossman spending his offseason training and working out to become the most agile, fit player he can be. ...

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