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Anthony Joshua uses intensive stretching equipment in Fury preparations

Source: Punch Nigeria · 24 Sep 2026, 10:40 UTC
Anthony Joshua uses intensive stretching equipment in Fury preparations
Image: Punch Nigeria · original report

Anthony Joshua is undertaking an unusual stretching exercise as he prepares for an expected heavyweight bout with Tyson Fury. The training equipment has been described as “torture” because of its demanding nature, although the supplied report gives no date or confirmed details for the proposed fight.

Anthony Joshua is using an unusual stretching machine while preparing for an expected heavyweight fight against Tyson Fury. Punch Nigeria reported that the equipment has been described as “torture” training because of the demanding nature of the exercise. The report was accompanied by photographs of Joshua during the session.

The training forms part of Joshua’s preparations for a proposed bout with Fury. However, the supplied material describes the contest as expected rather than confirming a completed agreement, venue or date. No details were provided about the duration of Joshua’s session, the identity of the trainer overseeing the exercise or the specific physical benefit the machine is intended to deliver.

The report also does not include comments from Joshua or Fury about the training. The available information is limited to Joshua’s use of the stretching equipment and its connection with preparations for the anticipated heavyweight meeting. It does not establish whether the exercise is part of a wider change to Joshua’s training programme or whether it will affect his readiness for the fight.

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