Football is a game of skill and talent, but many do not realise the intense training and fitness nuances that it takes for players of all abilities to continue playing at the top of their game.

One explanation is a unique approach to physical exercise called 'fitness snacking'. This sees Beckham undertake small bouts of exercise throughout the day as part of his normal routine.

Correspondence to Dr Benjamin F Mentiplay, La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia; b.mentiplay{at}latrobe.edu.au Objective To ...