Miami Dolphins offensive lineman Patrick Paul revealed his offseason training program has contained some unique workouts to help him evolve in 2026.
Miami Dolphins left tackle Patrick Paul has been on the rise, and his abilities have led to him being named as an integral part of the team moving forward. Set for his third year in the NFL, the lineman also broke down how he is preparing for the 2026 season.
On top of training with his fellow teammates and establishing chemistry there, Paul revealed his unique offseason training has included boxing, pilates, and yoga. The ability to strengthen his hands and mobility could lead to an even more impressive showing.
Paul joined "Drive Time with Travis Wingfield," the Dolphins' official podcast, where he spoke about how he prepared his body from his first year in 2024 to 2025. Now, he is adding even more physicality to his workout regimen in 2026.
"Going into year three, I'm upping the ante even more. Bringing guys with me, going with people, trying boxing. Implementing boxing for the hands. Doing my pilates. I think I'm at 150 classes ... implemented yoga, different things to strengthen different body parts that you wouldn't think are necessities. Pilates with the balance. It's everything we live in; we live in a stance where we have to be there and we have to be strong. We have to be agile, side-to-side," Paul said.
Taking care of the body is one of the most important things that an NFL player can do, especially offensive linemen who are constantly under duress from defenders attempting to sack the quarterback.
As an anchor on the offensive line, Paul is also covering the blind spot for Malik Willis, so his abilities as a blocker are even more important to ensure that his quarterback can get the ball off without worrying about taking a big shot.
The Dolphins' offense will live and die on the play of the offensive line, as Willis' time to throw in the pocket could pay dividends, including opening running lanes for him to rifle off big runs.
That is also the case for running back De'Von Achane, who had a career year in 2025, leading to a four-year, $64 million contract extension.
Miami figures to be a run-heavy team in 2026, and the capabilities of Paul and the line will be on full display to ensure that happens.
Paul is also considered a leader in the locker room and on the line, so it will be up to him to show the rookie class coming in how to take care of their bodies, especially that of rookie lineman Kadyn Proctor.
Proctor is set to line up on the left side alongside Paul as the left guard, though that has not been confirmed just yet. Either way, if Paul and Proctor can emerge as bullies on the left, the Dolphins offense may surprise many in 2026.
