Miguel Cabrera instantly sheds weight working with LeBron James' trainer

Earlier in the week, Detroit Tigers general manager Al Avila said after talking to Miguel Cabrera, the first baseman “is probably going to be stronger than ever."

But now we have video of a slimmer Cabrera training, and with whom.

David Alexander, the owner of DBC Fitness in Miami, and has trained plenty of big-time athletes, including Antonio Brown, Dwyane Wade and perhaps most notably, LeBron James.

His latest client? Mr. Cabrera.

Alexander posted on Instagram (below) that Cabrera has shed 11 pounds (down from 256) in 2 weeks, as they work on bio mechanics, including reaction and sensory drills. Alexander also posted a video (below) of Cabrera mimicking his swing while reacting to red and green lights.

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Avila said Cabrera’s winter workout program has focused on core strength, especially his back muscles. It was designed using flexibility exercises.

Cabrera posted a career-worst .249 batting average with 16 homers and 60 RBIs while battling season-long back ailments last season, as the Tigers tied for a league-worst 64 wins.

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