What F1 Star Lando Norris Does to Safeguard His Health On and Off the Track

When it comes to discussions on the best F1 drivers, Lando Norris will undoubtedly come up as one of the youngest and most talented names in the sport.

At just 24 years old, he’s raced in more than 100 Grand Prix. His wins include a landmark victory at the British Grand Prix, helping McLaren net its first Silverstone podium finish since 2010. It’s thus no surprise that the team renewed his contract at the beginning of 2024. On his end, Norris is clearly taking that extended partnership seriously. He most recently dominated the Singapore Grand Prix, bringing his total wins for the current season up to three and helping him catch up with frontrunner Max Verstappen.

What makes following Norris’ career even more fulfilling is the fact that the driver has had to overcome multiple hurdles just to get to where he is today. In particular, he’s had a number of health concerns over the years that have both directly and indirectly impacted his F1 performance. Thanks to the efforts he makes to look after the most crucial aspects of his health both on and off the track; however, Norris has managed to maintain a high standard when in his races—which means we can expect even greater successes from him in the years to come.

Back health

In 2023, Norris first revealed that he’s been struggling with health issues that have accumulated over the years and became especially severe the year before. The driver specifically noted that he now experiences aggravated back pain resulting from the extreme physical demands of the sport. In 2022, this issue began affecting both his racing performance and his daily life, particularly disrupting his overall sleep quality. To remedy the problem, Norris began more intensive physical training and therapy to streamline his recovery, boost his stamina and prevent chronic pain from continually affecting him during races.

I have to stretch; I have to do all these things. In the morning and in the evening. Before every session.

Lando Norris

Driver, McLaren F1 Team

He now focuses on strengthening specific muscle groups like his core, glutes, and lower back. With additional support from his team at McLaren, he’s also working to strike a balance between his career and physical health. Given his recent successes in 2024 alone, it’s safe to say that…